The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui

David Johnston

We had the perfect honeymoon at the Ritz-Carlton Koh Samui. It has beautiful rooms, great food and excellent facilities, but it is the quality of service, above all, that makes it such an exceptional place to stay; the place we had the best holiday we’ve ever had. We stayed in one of the ultimate pool villas with an unrestricted ocean view. If you can afford it, is most definitely worth it, as you can see nothing but ocean from wherever you are: living area, bedroom, bathroom, etc. The room had everything we could need, together with a whole host of small touches from blackout doors for the bedroom to complimentary mosquito sprays (their approach to mosquitos is particularly robust, with resort-wide mistings taking place every few days to keep them away). They knew it was our honeymoon and so both in the room on arrival and throughout our stay there were a series of things in our room and in restaurants we ate at to congratulate us, including cards, chocolates and fruit. The food is excellent. There is a very wide choice of foods for breakfast and nothing you could want that is not on offer. There are also a series of great restaurants including a thai restaurant, Indian restaurant and meat/fish grill restaurant, that all provided excellent food. A particular favourite for us was the One Rai restaurant, where Chef Armaan’s food was some of the best Indian food we have eaten in any country, particularly the murgh malai tikka, dum chicken biryani and naan breads. We ended up eating there 3 times. The Thai street food market they put on is also very much worth going to for a wide range of food and good entertainment. There are lots of activities you can take part in every day. Particularly good are the Muai Thai classes, where Mick and Sean are very good, fun teachers. The main pool is large and does not get too crowded whatever time of day it is, and the gym is nicely designed and similarly not busy. There is an excellent buggy service that is available at a moment’s notice and transports you from location to location if you are feeling it is hot or somewhere is too far to walk. We stayed for 10 nights and during that time there was also several events the resort put on to give guests free cocktails and canapes. It is however the service that makes the Ritz Carlton Koh Samui so exceptional. At every position across the resort the staff go above and beyond to ensure you have everything you need. Beginning with Tee, one of the managers, who gave us her number, made lots of good local recommendations, was contactable at all times if we needed anything and ensured we were always taken care of. Chef Nan, the resort’s pastry chef, has a lovely, bubby personality and made a huge range of delicious pastries (orange chocolate madeleines being a particular favourite), circulating round tables in the mornings to ensure you were having a good stay. Ping was also great at breakfast and around the resort ensuring you had everything you need. In some ways it is unfair to single out particular people as the standard of service is so high across the board, but special shout-outs also have to go to Yok and Raj at One Rai who were very attentive and provided great conversation, as well as Wannisa, Megan, Mai and Immie. But throughout our stay, everyone was excellent and we could not have asked for more, hence it being the perfect honeymoon. Choose the Ritz Carlton for your Koh Samui stay – you won’t regret it.

Nuala Fadden

We have stayed in many wonderful hotels around the world, but the service at The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui was genuinely exceptional, up there with the very best we have experienced. Everything felt incredibly well thought through, often before we even had the chance to ask. The rooms were spacious and beautiful, the food was excellent, particularly The View and Baan Talat, and the staff throughout the resort were warm, attentive and efficient. The little touches made the stay feel very personal, from handwritten notes for our anniversary and birthday celebrations to bookmarks and sun hats. A very special mention must go to Tee, who was outstanding. She seemed to be ten steps ahead at all times and nothing was ever too much trouble. We left feeling not simply that we had stayed in a beautiful hotel, but that we had been genuinely looked after. A truly memorable stay.

Alleah Facey

Such an amazing stay and honestly my favourite day of the trip. The gym is really nice and the buggies always came to the room so quickly which made everything feel effortless. The food was amazing and the breakfast is especially good. I recommend going before 10 am to really enjoy it. The pool is beautiful and such a lovely place to relax. The staff truly went above and beyond to make our stay extra special. The room was the nicest room I have ever stayed in. Everything felt luxurious and so well thought out. Can’t wait to come back 🩵

Siejakowski Kuba

We had a wonderful stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui. The villas are beautiful, the food is excellent, and the staff are genuinely warm and attentive. The resort is scheduled for some renovations soon, which should make the experience even better. The only area that could use improvement is the beach loungers, which are due for replacement. Overall, a fantastic resort and highly recommended. Special thanks to Tee for making everything happen.

Joan Choo

I had an amazing stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui. From check-in to check-out, every team member provided warm hospitality and exceptional service, making my stay truly memorable. A special thank you to Ms. Bernice, Director of Rooms, for her outstanding care and support throughout my trip. She was attentive, approachable, and always willing to help, making my experience even more enjoyable. I would also like to commend Mr. Sean, the Muay Thai trainer, for his patience, excellent communication, and for sharing not only Muay Thai techniques but also the culture and traditions of Koh Samui. The resort is absolutely beautiful, with breathtaking views, excellent facilities, and a peaceful atmosphere. Every detail reflects true luxury and genuine hospitality. Thank you to the entire team for an unforgettable holiday. I highly recommend The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui, and look forward to returning again.