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The Lamai Samui
Thailand, South East Asia
Lamai
"This spectacular resort boasts an exclusive setting on Lamai Beach, offering a sense of seclusion and tranquility making it the ideal getaway for travelers who are looking to escape from it all. This beautiful resort comprises a chic modern village of villas and suites set amidst serene surroundings. Guests are led up a unique walkway to the elevated lobby where they are met by soothing sounds courtesy of the resident DJ. The guest villas and suites enjoy luxury, lavish furnishings and meticulous attention to detail to ensure that guests experience the utmost in decadence and quiescence. Guests will appreciate the resort's selection of exceptional leisure and dining options and can enjoy lazy days by the oceanfront infinity pool, or sipping a refreshing cocktail from the poolside bar. Guests can also opt for yoga or meditation for the ultimate in rejuvenating tropical living."
Facilities
- Spa treatments*
- Massage
- Steam bath
- TV lounge
- Sun loungers
- Outdoor freshwater pool
- Poolside snack bar
- Private beach area
- Luggage room
- Concierge
- Please note some facilities may incur an additional fee
Due to the surrounding area and the number of steps around the hotel, it may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
The Local Area
Tripadvisor Reviews
4.5 Excellent1,454 reviews
Excellent
62%
Very Good
23%
Average
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
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Escape Trip at Lamai Samui
I’m back in Samui after more than a decade. I used to stay at Chaweng Beach, but this is my first time staying in the Lamai area. A beachfront hotel offering a good level of privacy, featuring a pool right by the beach. The weather is pleasant with strong sunshine and beautiful skies; at sunset, the changing colors of the sky create a romantic atmosphere. The hotel also offers rooms with direct access to the large indoor pool, but this time we stayed in a room featuring a private whirlpool tub and an open-air, Balinese-style bathroom. I like to relax with in this pool after long day, the water bubble to release my back pain. The hotel isn't large, but it is lush and shady, with tropical trees lining the walkways. The menu features both Thai and Western dishes. Among the Thai options, I really liked the duck Khao Soi. For breakfast, there was a wide variety of fruit, as well as rice soup with onsen eggs and scrambled eggs. I also enjoyed the French toast, and the fried tofu with teriyaki sauce was delicious—though I can't recall the exact name of the dish for dessert I try Mango Sticky Rice. Staff are very friendly and supportive. There are convenience stores, coffee shops, and a beach with a walkable stretch nearby. A shuttle service to Central is also available. Next time, I’d like to try staying in a beachfront pool villa.
Relaxing atmosphere
The Lamai Samui has a really nice and relaxing atmosphere with lots of greenery around the hotel. The Plate is one of the restaurants there, with a beautiful sea view and a great place to enjoy a meal.
They also have different types of rooms, and each one has its own unique design and style. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help. Overall, it’s a nice place to relax and enjoy your stay in Samui.
Review by Namito17 Phuket, Thailand
Accommodation was perfect
Accommodation was brilliant, food lovely, staff / service professional and kind.
The reason for 4 stars was the beach Wasn't the best to swim in. Pool was awesome
A Stay That Didn’t Quite Meet Expectations
We stayed at The Lamai Samui with high expectations, especially since my husband had visited about 10 years ago when it was still Le Méridien and remembered it as a true 5-star experience.
While our private villa was lovely and definitely the highlight of our stay, the overall property felt quite dated. Maintenance could be improved—particularly noticeable in areas like the roofs, which didn’t feel well kept.
Service, while polite, lacked the personal touch you’d expect from a 5-star resort and the personal presence of the GM. It was the little things that made the difference—especially traveling with a 4-year-old. There were no special touches specially since we stayed there for a week, or activities during Easter, and my husband recalled thoughtful experiences from before (like a lantern ceremony) that are no longer offered.
The beach also wasn’t swimmable during our stay, and there were no loungers on the sand or children’s beach toys—something we’ve come to expect from similar resorts. Breakfast was decent but became repetitive over the course of a week.
Overall, while we had a comfortable stay and enjoyed the villa, it didn’t quite live up to the 5-star standard we were expecting.
This hotel saved our holiday.
We inadvertently ended up staying at the Lamai given that the original hotel that we’d booked was so bad we had to move quickly. But, we lucked out with the Lamai. The staff, management, quality and cleanliness were exemplary. Sure, there’s some construction work going on currently but it’s easy to dial out of that.
We couldn’t have been looked after any better. The hotel is at the far end of a 2-mile stretch of beach (at the best end of it), which is calm and relaxing. Wake up around 6, go and watch the sunrise from the beach, have a walk, go back for breakfast and then relax by the pool. Again, I can’t praise the staff enough for their kindness, consideration and attentiveness. It’s a place that, well, meets your expectations.
Review by NCW_1972 Abberton & Langenhoe, England
