Sala Samui Chaweng Beach Resort

“The best hotel in samui”

We originally had a reservation at another hotel, and switching to Sala turned out to be the best decision we made during our trip. The location is absolutely perfect — it’s peaceful and relatively quiet, yet just a one-minute walk from all the hustle and bustle. We couldn’t have asked for a better… more

We originally had a reservation at another hotel, and switching to Sala turned out to be the best decision we made during our trip. The location is absolutely perfect — it’s peaceful and relatively quiet, yet just a one-minute walk from all the hustle and bustle. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay!

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“A genuinely special stay – beautiful setting and exceptional Thai hospitality”

We stayed at SALA Chaweng Beach Resort for 10 nights in June, travelling with my two adult children. Having stayed in a number of good hotels over the years, I have to say that SALA really stood out — not just because of the beautiful setting, but because of the quality of the people and the genuin… more

We stayed at SALA Chaweng Beach Resort for 10 nights in June, travelling with my two adult children. Having stayed in a number of good hotels over the years, I have to say that SALA really stood out — not just because of the beautiful setting, but because of the quality of the people and the genuine hospitality throughout our stay. We arrived on Koh Samui after a few days in Bangkok and, following an unfortunate experience at another hotel, made a last-minute decision to book SALA directly. We arrived just 15–20 minutes after making the reservation, so we weren’t expecting anything particularly elaborate. We couldn’t have been more pleasantly surprised. From the moment we arrived, we received the warmest of Thai welcomes. Cold towels were offered immediately, which were very welcome after the journey, and the check-in was efficient, friendly and professional. Within minutes we were being taken to our room. We had booked a Beachside Garden Suite, and it was fantastic. The room was extremely spacious, with a large bed plus an additional bed for our third guest, a beautiful rain shower, bathtub and our own private pool. There was also a lovely seating area outside with a ceiling fan, overlooking the main pool and, beyond it, the beach. The little touches made a difference too, including the complimentary refreshing fruit drink provided each day. The beach is exceptional The real jewel in the crown, however, is the beach. SALA occupies a beautiful, quieter section at the northern end of Chaweng Beach. The sand is incredibly soft and white, the water is crystal clear and wonderfully shallow, and the whole area has a much more relaxed feel than the busier parts of Chaweng. There were always plenty of loungers available, along with comfortable bean bags along the beachfront. The beach team were excellent — attentive without being intrusive, incredibly efficient and always friendly. The hotel also provides complimentary kayaks and other water activities, which were great fun because the sea in this part of Chaweng is so calm. There is quite a lot of coral in the water, so you need to take care when entering the sea, but the water is so clear that it is easy to see where you’re stepping. Breakfast and the staff Breakfast was excellent, with a very good selection of fresh fruit, cold meats, fried rice and other buffet choices, alongside an à la carte menu where eggs could be prepared exactly as you wanted them. I have to make a special mention of Sao and Jenny. Sao was absolutely exceptional. She knew all three of our names from the first day and, incredibly, within a few days she already knew what we wanted for breakfast before we had even ordered. She was consistently warm, friendly and genuinely interested in making sure we were looked after. Jenny was also extremely helpful and friendly throughout our stay. People often say that it’s the staff who make a hotel, and Sao and Jenny are perfect examples of that. Please make sure they know how much their efforts were appreciated. The main pool is also beautifully designed, with comfortable poolside beds and large floating rings provided by the hotel — perfect for spending a lazy afternoon. My daughter also used the gym on several occasions and was very impressed with the facilities. Perfect location The location worked perfectly for us. SALA is peaceful and relaxing, but you’re only a 5–10 minute walk from the busier part of Chaweng if you want more restaurants, bars and nightlife. We walked out for dinner most evenings and, having hired a car, also explored other parts of Koh Samui, including Lamai. There were occasionally some very large groups of guests during our stay who were particularly loud and demanding (I won’t mention from where but most can guess) and on occasions appeared to have friends visiting from outside the hotel. We actually felt sorry for the staff having to deal with some of this behaviour, as it wasn’t consistent with the atmosphere or standard of the hotel. It was, however, a relatively minor issue during what was otherwise an outstanding stay. Would we return? Absolutely. The team at SALA looked after us from the moment we arrived until the moment we left, and we were genuinely sad to go. What impressed me most wasn’t simply the beautiful beach, the excellent suite or the facilities. It was the consistency of the service and the warmth of the people. SALA managed to give us exactly what you want from a stay in Thailand — beautiful surroundings, a relaxed atmosphere and that genuine Thai hospitality that makes you feel welcome rather than simply like another guest. A genuine 5-star experience. We would absolutely return to SALA Chaweng and would have no hesitation recommending it to friends and family.

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“Cant Fault the place. Had a magical time”

I rarely write reviews - but feel compelled to after our amazing stay at this great property. The resort its self is located in a great part of Cheweng. Close enough to walk into town along the sand or the road but not close enough that its noisy or loud at night. The property is immaculate, ser… more

I rarely write reviews - but feel compelled to after our amazing stay at this great property. The resort its self is located in a great part of Cheweng. Close enough to walk into town along the sand or the road but not close enough that its noisy or loud at night. The property is immaculate, service and attention to detail un-matched in our stay in thailand. The beach bar has a real vibe about it with the bartender who's name as 'apple' being a standout - but they were all great The ladies at breakfast were just as good. There were two who i cant recall their names sadly but there was amazing also - doing all the usual things good places do like recalling your coffee order each day, knowing were you like to sit or don't, and discussing what you ended up doing the day prior after discussing it with them. Would def go back. Highly Highly Highly recommend.

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“Great stay”

A wonderful stay! The hotel is in a great location, and the entire staff was extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Everything was very clean and well maintained, which made the stay even more comfortable. I felt very welcome and truly enjoyed my time here. I can highly recommend this hotel an… more

A wonderful stay! The hotel is in a great location, and the entire staff was extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Everything was very clean and well maintained, which made the stay even more comfortable. I felt very welcome and truly enjoyed my time here. I can highly recommend this hotel and would definitely be happy to stay here again. Thank you for the wonderful experience!

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