Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort

We have just returned home from a truly wonderful three weeks in this beautiful resort. We had a nicely refurbished room and received fantastic service from our room attendant Ting. The bed, shower, air con and overhanging balcony were superb. There were nice little touches, too many to mention, in the room and throughout the resort. The pool and beach areas are really nice with plenty of sun loungers and also cabanas on the beach. Other highlights included: a wonderful 90 minute spa massage; the themed buffet nights (Thai and Ribs ‘n’ Reggae); and happy hour at the poolside bar with 2 for 1 cocktails! We have been fortunate enough to have stayed in many quality hotels around the world, so what makes the Anantara Bophut special and among the very best? The staff! Every single one of them genuinely strives to provide the ultimate in customer delight, always delivered with a huge smile. And imagine the feeling being saluted by the security guard as we walked down to the beach. The senior management team, led by Thomas, are highly visible and keen to interact with guests to ensure complete satisfaction. On our final morning the staff in the breakfast room made such a nice fuss of us, even presenting us with a card with comments from many of the staff. They all excelled but we’d like to give a shout out in particular to Zin, Via and Arm. This holiday will live long in our memory but we hope to return before too long. A huge thank you to Thomas and all the team from Gary and Mary (Scotland, UK).

Resort is beautiful, staff are incredibly friendly, rooms are spacious and clean and the little extra details make it an unforgettable place to stay

Although the hotel is stunning to look at with beautiful features such as ornamental ponds and stunning grounds, I don’t think that it meets 5 star expectations. We stayed at the Anatara in Chiang Mai prior to coming here and there was a huge difference in service levels. It also lacks a nice air conditioned bar area for social gatherings. The hotel and pool areas were clean and well maintained, but little things like not replacing shampoo and milk in the room, getting breakfast orders wrong and messing up on not freezing cold packs when requested for medical reasons, made it fall short of my expectations. Breakfast variety on offer was also a lot less than other 5 star establishments that we stayed in.

The best experience for staying at the Anantara Bophut Koh Samui was amazing, The staff were friendly and keep smile all the time, Breakfast fullfill me for start with amazing day in Koh Samui. I would recommend this place in highly for people who find the best place to visit Thailand specialty in Koh Samui.

Where do I even begin? My wife and I just returned from an unforgettable stay at Anantara Bophut Koh Samui, and I honestly don’t know how to rejoin normal life after experiencing what can only be described as the perfect tropical escape. We were celebrating my wife’s 30th birthday, and let me just say – Anantara really knows how to make you feel special. From the moment we arrived (with a refreshing welcome drink I desperately tried to buy a bottle of – no luck, sadly 😂), we were enveloped in warm hospitality and beautiful surroundings. They went above and beyond for my wife’s birthday: adorable room decorations, sweet treats, and even a surprise birthday cake! It was all so thoughtful and beautifully presented – a memory we’ll both treasure. I didn’t even have to nudge them; they just did it. That’s true 5-star service. Set just off the beach with plenty of comfy beach beds, soft white sand, and a warm sea breeze, this resort is as much a postcard as it is a place. The grounds are pristine, with lush tropical gardens, a serene lily pond complete with a traditional boat in the middle (insta-worthy, obviously), and a general design aesthetic that oozes luxury. We found ourselves wandering around just to admire the landscaping. It’s that kind of place. Every Thursday evening, the resort hosts a cocktail party – live entertainment, tasty canapés and some seriously top-tier cocktails. Speaking of which – the food overall was brilliant. From poolside bites to restaurant dinners, every dish was fresh, flavourful, and beautifully plated. Those breakfast spreads? Let’s just say I’m now on a croissant detox. Our room was spacious, spotless, and stylishly finished – everything you'd want in a luxury beachfront escape. Big comfy bed, powerful shower, great AC, and thoughtful little touches that show they’ve really considered the guest experience. Cleanliness? 10/10. We had booked a Designer Dining experience – a private meal on the beach. Unfortunately, due to some unforeseen circumstances (completely outside the resort's control), we couldn’t finish the dinner as planned. I would suggest putting out some flame lit torches or fans in the future to try deter this from happening again. BUT – and here’s what makes Anantara truly stand out – the management team went above and beyond to turn things around. We were met with kindness, professionalism, and genuine care. A huge shoutout to Sandy, Ploy, and Thomas the manager, who each played a role in ensuring that despite the hiccup, our celebration continued with grace and style. It's that level of service that turns guests into loyal fans. We loved taking shelter from the midday sun in their beautiful library, complete with cool air, comfy chairs, and an awesome selection of reads. Sometimes it’s the little things – and this quiet space was a hidden gem. The staff were exceptional across the board – attentive without being intrusive, warm without being overbearing, and always ready with a smile or a recommendation. Ploy at front of house was a delight to deal with throughout our stay – the kind of person who makes you feel like you’ve known them for years. Final Thoughts This was more than just a holiday – it was a celebration of love, life, and next-level hospitality. Despite one plan not working out, everything else more than made up for it, and the way it was handled said everything about this resort’s standards. We’re already daydreaming about our next visit – and you can bet we’ll be back (possibly for birthday #31, or sooner, let’s be honest 😉). Thanks Anantara Bophut – you’ve set the bar incredibly high.