The Library

The Library

luxury4.8Boutique Design Hotel / Resort
Price Tier
Luxury
Property Type
Boutique Design Hotel / Resort
Insider Tip
1/5

Book a Secret Pool Villa if the budget allows — the entrance is disguised behind a wall panel, which guests consistently describe as a memorable arrival moment.

Why It Matters

The Red Pool is genuinely iconic — mosaic tiles in orange, yellow, and red that photographers and design lovers seek out specifically. The hotel also operates a real library (The Lib) stocked with over 1,400 books and films guests can borrow. The largest villas (The Writer, The Editor) are adults-only and sit at 278–359 sqm with private pools, gyms, and outdoor cinemas.

The Library sits directly on Chaweng Beach — one of Koh Samui's busiest strips — yet somehow feels a world away from it. Forty-six studios, suites, and pool villas are spread across 12,800 square meters of protected land, all done up in stark white with black lacquer accents and pop-culture flourishes. The headline act is the signature red-tiled swimming pool, which has been singled out by Condé Nast Traveler and Tripadvisor as one of the most spectacular hotel pools in the world.

BrandTablet Hotels
TypeBoutique Design Hotel / Resort
Price Tierluxury
LocationKoh Samui, Thailand

Where You'll Stay

8 room types available

1-Bedroom Secret Pool Villa
Villa

1-Bedroom Secret Pool Villa

The entry point into the Secret Chapters — the private villa category. Entrance is deliberately camouflaged in the compound walls, so you have to find the hidden door. Inside: 220 sqm with a full dining room with pantry, outdoor Jacuzzi, 8-meter private pool, oversized tandem rain shower, and his-and-hers walk-in closets.

Custom 3.3m-wide bed · 220 sqm
Hidden entrance (disguised villa door)8-meter private swimming poolFull dining room with pantryOutdoor Jacuzzi bathtub
2-Bedroom Secret Pool Villa
Villa

2-Bedroom Secret Pool Villa

At 347 sqm, this is the two-bedroom villa option for families or groups of friends. A 10-meter private pool, a private gym inside the villa, outdoor Jacuzzi, and full dining room with pantry. Fits up to 6 guests (max 5 adults). Guests consistently call this a highlight of any Koh Samui stay.

Custom 3.3m-wide beds in both bedrooms · 347 sqm
10-meter private swimming poolPrivate gymFull dining room with pantryOutdoor Jacuzzi bathtub
2-Bedroom Suite
Suite

2-Bedroom Suite

The family-oriented option in the Pages category. At 156 sqm it fits up to 6 guests (max 5 adults) and includes a dining room, outdoor Jacuzzi, twin wash basins, and walk-in closet. Both bedrooms have their own Smart TVs.

Custom 3.3m-wide bed (primary) + 2 single beds (second bedroom) · 156 sqm
Two bedroomsDining roomOutdoor JacuzziInternet-ready iMac
Exotic Suite
Suite

Exotic Suite

Ground-floor suites with an outdoor patio facing the garden. The Jacuzzi bathtub is a step up from the Smart Studio. Complimentary snack bar included. More space to spread out, and the open-air patio brings the outside in.

King or Twin · 76 sqm
Ground floor with outdoor patioJacuzzi bathtubRain showerLarge-screen Smart TV with Blu-ray player
Smart Studio
Studio

Smart Studio

Upper-floor studios with a terrace overlooking the garden. Stark white interiors, mood lighting, bathtub plus rain shower. The square bathtub is a design signature. Good for couples who want privacy at an entry price for the property.

King or Twin · 67 sqm
Second floor locationPrivate terrace with garden viewsLarge-screen Smart TV with Blu-ray playerMood lighting
The Bookmark
Suite

The Bookmark

One of the more dramatic rooms on the property — 102 sqm with a custom-built bed nearly 11 feet wide. Located close to the sea. The in-room Jacuzzi, twin wash basins, and walk-in closet make this feel like a proper suite. Internet-ready iMac included.

Custom 3.3m-wide bed · 102 sqm
Custom 3.3-meter-wide bedClose to seaIn-room JacuzziSound bar
The Editor
Villa

The Editor

Adults-only villa designed specifically for couples. At 278 sqm it includes a dedicated reading room (fitting, given the brand), an outdoor sala, Jacuzzi, and 8-meter private pool. The Editor is a step up in romance from the standard Secret Pool Villa, and the adults-only designation means complete quiet.

Custom 3.3m-wide bed · 278 sqm
Adults-onlyDedicated reading roomOutdoor sala8-meter private swimming pool
The Writer
Villa

The Writer

The flagship. The largest and most exclusive villa at 359 sqm — adults-only, sea view, and direct beach access. Private library, outdoor cinema, courtyard with private gym, outdoor Jacuzzi, and an 8.5 x 7.5-meter pool. This is as good as it gets on Chaweng Beach.

Custom 3.3m-wide bed · 359 sqm
Adults-onlySea view with direct beach access8.5 x 7.5-meter private swimming poolOutdoor cinema

Eat & Drink

4 venues on property

Spa & Wellness

On Property

How you'll actually spend your days.

Water Sport
Canoeing

Canoeing available as an optional activity from the beach.

Windsurfing

Windsurfing available as an optional activity from the Chaweng Beach frontage.

Sightseeing
Cultural Tours

The tour desk can organize cultural tours around Koh Samui including temples such as Wat Phra Yai and the Big Buddha.

Entertainment
Evening Live Music at The Drink GalleryComplimentary

Live music evenings at the bar, adding atmosphere without the Chaweng Beach club noise.

On-Site Leisure
Library & Cinema Lounge (The Lib)Complimentary

The Lib is a curated reading room with over 1,400 books plus an array of films — guests can borrow anything to take back to their room or villa. Minimalist interiors with sea and Red Pool views make it a genuinely pleasant afternoon spot.

Water Sport / Excursion
Snorkeling & Diving Trips

Tour desk arranges snorkeling, diving, and fishing trips to nearby sites. Two small islands near Chaweng offer good snorkeling conditions.

Cultural Experience
Thai Cooking Class

Thai cooking classes can be arranged through the hotel's tour desk. Guests rave about them — one reviewer noted learning tom yum from scratch. Arranged off-site.

Amenities & Practical Info

The details that matter for planning.

Beach
Direct Chaweng Beach AccessComplimentary

The property sits directly on Chaweng Beach with beach towels, umbrellas, and loungers available for guests.

Connectivity
Free Wi-FiComplimentary

Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property and in all rooms.

Fitness
The Fit (Fitness Center)Complimentary

On-site gym with modern cardio and weights equipment. Positioned next to the Red Pool. Well-equipped for a boutique property.

Guest Services
24/7 Reception (The Content)Complimentary

The reception area — named The Content, naturally — is staffed around the clock for check-in, check-out, and activity planning both in-hotel and beyond.

Tour DeskComplimentary

On-site tour desk to arrange off-property activities including cooking classes, cultural tours, snorkeling, diving, and fishing.

Parking
Free Private ParkingComplimentary

On-site car park available to guests at no charge.

Pool
The Red PoolComplimentary

The signature red mosaic-tiled infinity pool overlooking the sea. Selected as one of the world's most spectacular hotel pools by Tripadvisor and Condé Nast. Steps from Chaweng Beach.

The Long PoolComplimentary

A rectangular lap pool lined with vibrant mosaic tiles in orange, yellow, and red. Designated as a quiet pool — better for laps and calmer guests.

Room Amenity
Pillow MenuComplimentary

Luxurious pillow menu available in certain room categories.

Technology
In-Room iMac ComputerComplimentary

Internet-ready iMac computers provided in The Bookmark, 2-Bedroom Suite, and all Secret Pool Villas.

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