Melia Koh Samui, Ko SamuiMelia Koh Samui in Ko Samui, Thailand has a corrected score of 4.2 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 11 of 58 hotels we score in Ko Samui. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction: Booking.com 4.1, Tripadvisor 5.0, Google 4.0, Agoda 4.2. Rooms from about $563 a night (cached, not a live quote).Meliá Koh Samui is a five-star beachfront resort situated on Choeng Mon Beach in northern Koh Samui. The property contains 159 rooms and 41 suites that incorporate Thai design and maritime themes. It features three outdoor swimming pools, a spa, and various dining venues serving Mediterranean and international food. The hotel operates a Woke programme with mandatory eco-rules and optional cleaning services. It suits families and couples looking for direct beach access and tropical gardens. While the resort offers a premium experience, the higher starting price of $563 per night may limit its accessibility for budget-conscious travellers.What stands out

Direct access to Choeng Mon Beach

Three outdoor swimming pools

Thai inspired room design

On-site spa and dining

Watch out for

High starting nightly rate

Better-scored in Ko Samui

Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui, Ko Samui: 4.4 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), from $1,615 a night. Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui occupies a hillside position on the northwestern tip of the island, overlooking Laem Yai Bay and the Gulf of Thailand.

Vana Belle Koh Samui, Ko Samui: 4.4 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $688 a night. Vana Belle is a five-star resort situated on Chaweng Noi Beach in Koh Samui.

Banyan Tree Samui, Ko Samui: 4.3 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), from $826 a night. Banyan Tree Samui is a five-star resort situated on the beachfront of Lamai Bay in Koh Samui.