When you arrive at the Six Senses Samui the view is at once exhilarating and strangely familiar. The sweeping vista of palm-clustered islands and shimmering seas brings to mind all the fantasies we have of the Orient's beaches. The resort is made up of a stunning collection of bamboo-clad villas looking out over the Gulf of Thailand. At Six Senses there are only villas, most with a private swimming pool with polished wooden floor interiors. Following the renovation, all villas are fully enclosed and air-conditioned so there are no "open-air spaces" as such and the bathroom and bedroom have a sliding door that separates them. The restaurants and bars are open pavilions, deriving their aesthetic from the communal longhouses of traditional river communities. The view, the architecture, the style and even the temperature intentionally immerse the guest in the location. This is back to nature – without a hint of roughing it. Six Senses Samui gives you everything, including a comprehensive spa that offers every conceivable treatment in Asia.
Amenities
Hobie Cats
Kayaking
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Windsurfing
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Room Service
Spa
Swimming Pool
Where is it
Located on the northern tip of Koh Samui in a secluded cove, 20 minutes from Chaweng Beach. Transfer time from Samui International Airport: 15 minutes.
Hotel information
66 villas, some of which have private infinity-edged swimming pools. All villas include TV and DVD player, complimentary WiFi access, tea/coffee-making facilities, Philips bluetooth sound bar, mini-bar* and safe. Hideaway Villas have partial ocean views, a living space complete with entertainment system, outdoor shower, day-bed and private plunge bath, sleeping maximum 2 adults.
Pool Villas are located on the resort's hillside with a private pool and partial ocean views, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
Ocean View Pool Villas have spectacular ocean views and a private pool, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
Ocean Front Pool Villas are located at the front of the resort and have ocean views, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.
Ocean Front Pool Villa Suites have ocean views and a private pool in the garden. They also have a separate dining room and lounge area, sleep maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
The Retreat Room is located on the beach and features an infinity pool and sundeck, panoramic views over the Gulf of Thailand and 2 bedrooms, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 4 children.
Award-winning restaurant Dining on the Rocks. Dining on the Hill (regional and International cuisine).
Cinema Paradiso at Cool by the Pool.
Infinity swimming pool. Spa* with outdoor treatment rooms and activities on offer including pilates and yoga. Water sports centre*. Land based and ocean excursions*, Thai cooking classes*, Family Experience Library*.
WiFi is complimentary throughout the resort.
3 nights between 23 Dec-8 Jan.
No check out on 31 Dec-1 Jan.
* Denotes local charge.
Based on 1188 reviews
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10/10 resort
Dec 10, 2024Karen04512017Surrey
Utterly spectacular resort, in keeping with other Six Senses resorts we have been lucky enough to visit. Service is second to none, setting is just beautiful, tons of free activities which we loved, best massage we have ever had, I could go on and on. Great location too. Really close to airport-but no noise. Fishermans Village nearby is great for…
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Utterly spectacular resort, in keeping with other Six Senses resorts we have been lucky enough to visit. Service is second to none, setting is just beautiful, tons of free activities which we loved, best massage we have ever had, I could go on and on. Great location too. Really close to airport-but no noise. Fishermans Village nearby is great for food and market. I could not fault this resort
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5-star in every way
Dec 8, 2024peemak2015Trang Province, Thailand
I spent two nights at Six Senses Samui late in November to celebrate my birthday. The resort is 5-star in every way. The villa was spacious and sparkling clean, the service was top-notch and food was delicious. I requested a villa surrounded by lots of trees and was not disappointed. The main pool offers breathtaking views and is long enough for…
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I spent two nights at Six Senses Samui late in November to celebrate my birthday. The resort is 5-star in every way. The villa was spacious and sparkling clean, the service was top-notch and food was delicious. I requested a villa surrounded by lots of trees and was not disappointed. The main pool offers breathtaking views and is long enough for lap swimming. My GEM Khun Aum was very helpful.
I’m also glad that the resort has some villas that don’t have a pool, which allow me to avoid paying extra money for a tiny pool that I won't use anyway. Note that the hideaway pool villa that I stayed in was a complimentary upgrade.
I feel sorry for the resort that a large and not so beautiful residential complex has been built to the south on the east side of the resort and somewhat ruins the sense of seclusion.
A few things to note: the door to the villa won’t stay closed if it’s not locked, lighting control panel was not near the bed but hidden in the wall, the TV was rather outdated and there was some unpleasant smell at the south edge of the main pool.
Overall, I find Six Senses Samui absolutely worth visiting. I also would like the thank the resort for offering affordable deals from time to time. I will be looking for those deals and visit again if possible.
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Best buffet dinner!
Oct 27, 2024Miguel F
My stay at Six Senses Samui was amazing. The location has stunning views, and the private pool villas were both luxurious and peaceful. The buffet dinner was one of the best I’ve had, with lots of delicious options. I also loved the farm on the hill, where you can see goats and chickens and even collect eggs for breakfast. The staff were friendly…
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My stay at Six Senses Samui was amazing. The location has stunning views, and the private pool villas were both luxurious and peaceful. The buffet dinner was one of the best I’ve had, with lots of delicious options. I also loved the farm on the hill, where you can see goats and chickens and even collect eggs for breakfast. The staff were friendly and made the experience even better. Six Senses Samui is perfect for a relaxing, nature-filled getaway.
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Down to earth luxury in a jungle treehouse on the beach
Sep 30, 2024Christopher N
Pictures don't quite do this location justice, and do not capture the charm and warmth that accompany the villas here at Six Senses.
We had an excellent stay. The friendly staff work tirelessly and were always available to us -- the service is really top notch. Our hideaway room was spacious and had a beautiful view. I love that everywhere we…
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Pictures don't quite do this location justice, and do not capture the charm and warmth that accompany the villas here at Six Senses.
We had an excellent stay. The friendly staff work tirelessly and were always available to us -- the service is really top notch. Our hideaway room was spacious and had a beautiful view. I love that everywhere we went felt like we were in a rainforest canopy. The beach is secluded and beautiful during the day, and the "quiet pool" on the hill has an amazing view of the sunset while being conveniently close to the restaurant. We really loved the complimentary "sunset party" that the resort threw while we were there, as well as the "library" which was a wonderful quiet space to do a little work and read in air conditioning.
Food was delicious - breakfast was abundant and drinks were generous, including the many mocktails available. The spa was superb. You're not too far from Chaweng or Choengmon, and Grabs were available within minutes whenever we wanted to go "into town".
This resort remains rooted in nature, and it feels very special everywhere you go. Keep in mind it is on a steep hill and so there are many stairs (though golf carts are easily available at any time of day to get you up and around from your room to any part of the resort)
We'll have to come back to try the dinner on the rocks.
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A beautiful oasis with the best views and the most friendly service.
Aug 5, 2024151charitynBath, United Kingdom
This six senses resort is really beautiful - both the villas and the overall resort. There are numerous spots around the resort that take your breath away.
The other real treat is the friendliness of the team working there - right across the resort. Such great Thai hospitality.
The way the resort is designed it has a great balance of relaxation…
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This six senses resort is really beautiful - both the villas and the overall resort. There are numerous spots around the resort that take your breath away.
The other real treat is the friendliness of the team working there - right across the resort. Such great Thai hospitality.
The way the resort is designed it has a great balance of relaxation and luxury but doesn't feel up tight which was really nice. The spa was wonderful and we had a great anniversay meal 'on the rocks' which was a lovely experience, as well as a fun cooking class.
When we arrived the resort was pretty quiet (early june) so there really wasn't much going on especially in the evenings. This isn't the place you go for a party holiday! We did go into Fishermans Village for an evening, and then went back again for our last night because we enjoyed it so much. Coco Tams is the place to go for a fun evening, and the hotel shuttle (or local taxi) works well - it is only 15 minutes way.
We also visited the Samui Elephant Haven which was amazing, and picks up from the hotel.
The only thing I'm not sure about is whether it is worth having a pool villa. In some ways it was a treat but there were a lot of mosquitos by the little pool as it was tucked in the undergrowth (although they try to spray to remove them) so we didn't really sit out there. The main pool is beautiful and also has less bugs as it's windier!
And to be honest we weren't sure about the cocktails - they just didn't taste like they usually do so many it is the local ingredients. The lemongrass straws are amazing though and the soft drinks were lovely so probably did us good!
Overall it felt like a really luxurious stay if you want to relax where nothing was too much trouble (our GEM Honey was always there for advice too).
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10/10 resort