RenaissanceR
Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa
Ko Samui · Lamai Beach / Laem Nan Peninsula, southeast coast
Renaissance beachfront resort on Ko Samui's Laem Nan peninsula near Lamai Beach, known for private pool villas, two pools and the Quan Spa.
Sheraton · Premium
Sheraton Samui Resort
Chaweng Noi Beach, Bophut
82
Guest score
Sheraton beachfront resort on Ko Samui's quiet Chaweng Noi Beach, set on a tiered hillside with a free-form beachfront pool, Glow Spa and a Star Kids Club for families.
Last updated August 6, 2026
Sheraton Samui Resort is a 141-room, Mediterranean-style property terraced across a lush hillside above Chaweng Noi Beach, a quieter and scenic stretch that many reviewers rate among the island's best swimming beaches and a short drive from busier Chaweng. Independent reviews consistently praise the setting: a free-form beachfront infinity pool, a salt-water garden pool, warm and attentive service from reception through housekeeping, and a generous breakfast buffet with strong Thai and international variety. Families are well served by the Star Kids Club, multiple pools and connecting rooms, while the Glow Spa, 24/7 fitness centre and tennis court round out the amenities. Rooms are spacious with private balconies and ocean or garden views. The honest watch-outs are consistent across sources: the steep, tiered layout means plenty of stairs and slopes, with guests relying on golf-cart buggies to reach the beach, pools and restaurants; rooms and bathrooms feel dated and are awaiting a major renovation; and restaurant dining is seen as pricey and less impressive than breakfast. Elite and lounge touches, such as complimentary lounge check-in, are noted but modest. Overall it reads as a relaxed, family-friendly beach resort with a standout location and service, best suited to travellers who value a quiet beach over polished, contemporary interiors.
How guests rate it
- Location90
- Service85
- Rooms76
- Food & breakfast80
- Value78
| Address | 86 Moo 3, Chaweng Noi Beach, Bophut, Ko Samui, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand |
|---|---|
| Brand Sub Brand | Sheraton |
| Neighborhood | Chaweng Noi Beach, Bophut |
| Distance From Airport Km | 9 |
| Elite Benefits | Room upgrades for Platinum Elite and above, subject to availability, Complimentary breakfast or bonus points for Platinum Elite and above, per Marriott Bonvoy program terms, Guaranteed room availability with 24-hour notice for Titanium and Ambassador Elite |
| Landmark Distances | [object Object] |
Pros
- Quiet, scenic Chaweng Noi Beach, often cited as one of Samui's best swimming beaches and away from the crowds
- Warm, attentive service consistently praised from reception to housekeeping
- Generous breakfast buffet with strong Thai and international variety
- Family-friendly with a Star Kids Club, multiple pools and connecting rooms
Cons
- Steep, tiered hillside layout with many stairs and slopes; relies on golf-cart buggies to get around
- Rooms and bathrooms feel dated and tired, awaiting a major renovation
- Restaurant dining seen as pricey and inconsistent compared with the strong breakfast
The research view
What the research keeps finding
Themes that came up again and again across independent reviews — not a single opinion, but the patterns that repeat.
Consistently praised
- 141 rooms and suites on a Mediterranean-style hillside above Chaweng Noi Beach
- Ranked around #4 of 10 hotels in Bo Put on TripAdvisor with a 4 of 5 rating across roughly 1,200 reviews
- Signature facilities include a free-form beachfront infinity pool, salt-water garden pool, Glow Spa and Star Kids Club
Worth knowing before you book
- Hillside terrain means a lot of walking and stairs; not ideal for limited mobility, though buggy service is available
- The property is aging, with some dated rooms and occasional reported maintenance issues
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Reviews & videos from around the web
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Written reviews
Sheraton Samui Resort Review: Our Stay Experience and Guide
↗TripZilla · TripZilla Travel · Feb 2019
Guide-style review highlighting the quiet Chaweng Noi Beach setting, contemporary Thai design, family-friendly Star Kids Club, multiple pools and 141 rooms across a landscaped hillside.
Sheraton Samui review
↗The MileLion · Fred Ee · Jan 2016
Mixed first-person stay: praises the beach, beachfront pool and lounge check-in, but flags weak breakfast, service slips, shower and maintenance issues after a recent rebrand.
Sheraton Samui Resort Review: What To REALLY Expect If You Stay
↗Oyster.com
Independent inspector review of the 141-room hillside resort: free-form beachfront infinity pool and salt-water garden pool, gorgeous quiet beach, with age and dated decor noted as watch-outs.
Video reviews
SHERATON SAMUI RESORT ░ Koh Samui, Thailand ░ Samui's Best Value 5-Star Resort? ░ A 4K Honest Review
Wanderlust Reports · Aug 2024
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Sheraton Samui Resort from Samui International Airport?
The resort is roughly 9 kilometres from Samui International Airport (USM), about a 15-minute drive. It sits on Chaweng Noi Beach, around a five-minute drive south of the busier Chaweng Beach district, making it convenient yet noticeably quieter than central Chaweng.
Is Sheraton Samui Resort good for families?
Yes. The resort offers a Star Kids Club with indoor and outdoor play areas, multiple pools including a beachfront infinity pool and a salt-water garden pool, connecting rooms and a calm, safe beach. Golf-cart buggies help families move around the large hillside property with young children.
What should I know about the resort's hillside layout?
The property is terraced across a hillside above the beach, so reaching the beach, pools and restaurants can involve stairs and slopes. Complimentary golf-cart buggies run throughout the resort, but guests with mobility limitations should request a room located closer to the facilities they plan to use.
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