Bophut Koh Samui Resort
Lush tropical garden resort with Southern Thai architectural roots, boutique-luxury feel, and a genuinely quiet beach — popular with couples and design-conscious families.
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor for sea views — ground-floor garden suites are lovely but look into the greenery rather than out to sea.
Why It Matters
The Bill Bensley-designed spa covers 3,000 sqm of lotus ponds and garden pavilions and is consistently cited as one of the best resort spas in Koh Samui. The property also gained wider fame as a filming location for The White Lotus Season 3.
Built on a former coconut plantation on Koh Samui's quieter north shore, Anantara Bophut is the kind of resort that earns its reputation the hard way — through detail. Bill Bensley designed the spa, and his fingerprints are all over the grounds too: lily ponds, soaring palms, monkey statues tucked into sprawling gardens. Fisherman's Village is a short stroll along the beach, the airport is 15 minutes away, and the beach itself is calm enough to actually swim in. 106 rooms and suites, from compact garden-view rooms to beachfront pool suites with their own private pools.
Where You'll Stay
10 room types available
Deluxe Garden View Room
Second or third-floor sanctuary with floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening onto an outside sofa area with garden views. Available in king or twin configuration. Spacious feel for the size, with iPod dock and Southern Thai decor.
King or Twin · 36 sqmDeluxe Sea View Room
Second or third-floor rooms with sweeping views over Bophut Beach and the Gulf of Siam from an outdoor sofa. Richly decorated with Southern Thai-inspired artworks and silks. Bathrooms with rain showers.
King · 36 sqmGarden Pool Suite
Spacious suite with private alfresco spaces including a shaded sundeck in manicured gardens and a 14 sqm plunge pool. Large sliding doors connect inside to out. King bedroom, ensuite with bathtub and walk-in rain shower, lounge area, built-in bar and wine fridge. Nespresso machine, yoga mat, beach bag.
King · 78 sqmGarden View Suite
Royal Garden View Suite opening onto lushly landscaped gardens via a private balcony. Four-poster king bed, lounge area, and a standout ensuite with terrazzo bathtub for two overlooking garden views, plus a separate shower.
King (four-poster) · 65 sqmJunior Garden View Suite
Ground-floor suite with a terrace opening directly onto the resort's landscaped gardens. King-size bed or twins on request. Ensuite bathroom with freestanding bathtub. The only room category that allows pets.
King or Twin · 44 sqmLuxury Beach Front Pool Suite
Beachfront suite with a private pool surrounded by a deck for sunbathing and al fresco dining, steps from Bophut Bay. Four-poster king bed, terrazzo bathtub for two, and 180-degree sea views. The top-tier two-guest suite at the property.
King (four-poster) · 80 sqmLuxury Beach Front View Suite
Beachfront suite with two terraces opening onto tropical foliage with prime Gulf views. Four-poster king bed, cosy lounge sofa, and a terrazzo bathtub for two in the ensuite plus a separate shower area with dual basins. 180-degree sea views.
King (four-poster) · 80 sqmPremier Garden View Room
Third-floor position with sweeping views of the resort's indigenous gardens. King-size bed dressed in top-notch linens, balcony with sofa. Compact but well-appointed with contemporary Thai decor.
King · 32 sqmSea View Suite
Second or third-floor suite with sweeping Gulf of Thailand views from a furnished balcony. Sleek mod-Asian styling with a four-poster king bed, cosy lounge, and terrazzo bath large enough for two with twin sinks behind a sliding glass partition. Nespresso machine, wine fridge, yoga mat and beach bag included.
King (four-poster) · 65 sqmTwo Bedroom Pool Suite
The resort's most spacious accommodation, ideal for families or groups of friends. Master bedroom has a lounge area and built-in bar; the second bedroom has its own ensuite and outdoor living space. Private pool with easy access to the beachfront pool and restaurants.
King + separate bedroomThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Guided cocktail masterclass with expert mixologists. Learn timeless classics and new creations.
Exclusive dinner at a romantic location within the resort — beachside or garden — with personal chef and butler.
Visit a local market with the chef, then return to whip up a Thai feast and eat it for lunch. Step-by-step guided class — good for all skill levels.
A 30-metre free-form beachfront infinity pool edging Bophut Beach. Deep section for lapping, shallower jet area for lounging. Pool bar attached. Open to guests throughout the day.
On-site Muay Thai classes guided by expert instructors, held in the resort gardens.
Head out to sea with a local fisherman to try for grouper, barracuda, and African pomfret in the Gulf of Thailand. Seasonal and weather dependent.
Range of non-motorised water sports available directly on Bophut Beach including kayaking, paddleboarding, and windsurfing.
Set sail on Blue Sapphire Summer Casa, a 45-foot luxury cruiser in partnership with Blue Voyage — Thailand's leading yacht charter company. Explore secluded Gulf of Thailand shores, snorkel coral gardens, and swim off remote beaches.
For kids aged 10 and above: PlayStation 5, air hockey, and classic arcade games. Open daily 9am–7pm.
Montessori-inspired kids' club for ages 4–12 under shady trees. Nature scavenger hunts, coconut shell painting, arts and crafts, discovery playground, and a Nintendo Switch. Open daily 9am–6pm.
Yoga (including Hatha), sound therapy, and meditation sessions available in the resort's garden setting. Guided by resident wellness team.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Ballroom accommodating up to 200 guests, plus smaller meeting rooms. Suitable for corporate retreats, celebrations, and weddings. Dedicated events planner available.
Complimentary WiFi throughout the resort including all rooms, lobby, restaurants, pool, and bar areas.
Naturally lit fitness centre open 24 hours. Fully equipped with Technogym cardio and strength machines, free weights, and conditioning equipment. Personal training sessions bookable.
Private room available for guests when late check-out isn't possible — guests can relax, shower, and have coffee before departure.
Up to two dogs or cats per room (max 35kg each) accepted in the Junior Garden View Suite only. Daily fee THB 1,500++ per pet. Refundable damage deposit of THB 20,000 at check-in.
Pool with jacuzzi area in addition to the main infinity pool.
Free-form infinity pool on Bophut Beach with pool bar. Deep lap section and shallower relaxation area with jets.
Two floodlit tennis courts available for guest use.
Complimentary shuttle to Central Samui shopping mall twice daily (outbound 12:00–4:00pm, return 1:00–5:00pm).
Private limousine transfers to/from Koh Samui International Airport (15 min). Options: Toyota Fortuner THB 950, Toyota Commuter THB 1,600, Toyota Alphard THB 2,600, Mercedes GLC Coupe THB 2,600. Requires 24-hour advance reservation.
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