Published Thu, Jan 31, 2026
Tranquil, quiet luxury hotel with lovely well kept gardens, set on large secluded sandy beach with comfy sun beds well spaced apart Large swimming pool set in the gardens with sun-beds and...
The 5-star resort, a member of the "Leading Hotels of the World", is located within a 23 hectare palm garden right on a 300-metre private section of the Mae Nam beach, which is considered the most beautiful beach on Koh Samui.
Our “Equatorial Duplex Suites” are located in the main building overlooking the pool area, whereas the “Villas” are spread in our tropical garden. Each villa type is identical in interior and size – they only vary in their location. (please view our resort map)
Each Villas is designed like an authentic Thai house with locally made wooden parquet floor, Siamese furniture and spacious, luxurious bathroom. A special feature is the private terrace from where you can either see the beach or the garden. All Villas have sufficient space between each other to guarantee total privacy. Throughout the resort new design-trends blend in skillfully with authentic Thai architecture - creating the special ambience of the resort. Available equipment is up to latest standards with flat screens, Satellite TV, DVD/CD player, WLAN as well as coffee- making facilities.
Santiburi Resort was completely renovated and presents an even more refined look after the reopening in December 2014 to its guests. All villas and suites, including furniture and equipment as well as the public areas such as lobby, spa, restaurants and sporting facilities are fully redesigned. However the authentic Thai character, which is much appreciated by the guests, is retained
Our “Equatorial Duplex Suites” are located in the main building overlooking the pool area, whereas the “Villas” are spread in our tropical garden. Each villa type is identical in interior and size – they only vary in their location. (please view our resort map)
Each Villas is designed like an authentic Thai house with locally made wooden parquet floor, Siamese furniture and spacious, luxurious bathroom. A special feature is the private terrace from where you can either see the beach or the garden. All Villas have sufficient space between each other to guarantee total privacy. Throughout the resort new design-trends blend in skillfully with authentic Thai architecture - creating the special ambience of the resort. Available equipment is up to latest standards with flat screens, Satellite TV, DVD/CD player, WLAN as well as coffee- making facilities.
Size and decor are the same as in the River Villa suite but its located in the middle of the tropical garden.
On 91 sqm you can expect two bedrooms and one living room.
Size and decor are the same as in the River Villa suite but its located in the front of the tropical garden.
Our villas create the original character of our “peaceful village Santiburi”: You live in a luxury villa with a terrace in an authentic Thai-style: Floor with Teakwood and Thai silk-materiel, as well as luxury baths with two washbasins, shower and a round bathtub in marble.
These suites are located in the main building and afford a wonderful view at the pool and the tropical garden.
These villas feature an additional luxury with an own Plunge Pool with continuous water intake that offers a wonderful refresher on your own private terrace.
This type of villa with its direct location at the sea features you a perfect holiday feeling!
These types of villas will meet the highest standards!
The same location and room setup like the Standard Beach Front Villa. It is with advanced luxuries because of the own plunge pool at the terrace with integrated Jacuzzi.
Top private service (per stay of 7 nights) afternoon tea, espresso machine, breakfast on request on the terrace and one complimentary bar set up (whiskey, gin and vodka half bottles).
In all restaurants of our Santiburi resort you can enjoy your meal in a classy, yet relaxed atmosphere.
Guests’ favorite is the “Rim Talay” Restaurant, located directly by the beach with a magnificent view over the golden sandy beach and the turquoise waters of the Mae Nam Bay. At night surrounded by torch lights with a whiff of Thai spices in the air…true paradise!
Culinary highlights await you in every individual restaurant, with our French Chef having served for no lesser than the King and Queen of Thailand themselves before joining the Santiburi Resort. All of your wishes will be fulfilled, whether you feel like a small snack at our Pool Bar or like a sumptuous Thai Dinner in our fine Dining Restaurant “Sala Thai”
Not to forget our famous nightly Theme Parties, that include special buffets and entertainment Program.
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VIMARNMEK
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With its stunning garden area and the possibility of eating outdoor, this restaurant is the perfect location to have breakfast. The restaurant features an extensive buffet and makes sure that a huge selection of continental and Asia meals. |
SALA THAI
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In our “Sala Thai” restaurant we serve classical Thai meals on the first floor of the main building (indoor with aircondition or outside) with a magnificent view over our tropical garden. An extraordinary dinner-experience complimented with the warmth and friendliness of our local Thai staff. |
TAKSIN LOUNGE
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The perfect location for having a relaxed cup of tea in the afternoon or simply enjoying a drink before or after dinner. |
RIM TALAY BEACH BAR
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Surely our most frequented meeting point! The bar is the perfect place to experience our famous theme nights, like the “Seafood Barbecue” or just watching the wonderful sunset over the Mae Nam Bay. |
POOL SIDE BAR
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An excellent alternative to have lunch outdoor. This bar offers huge choice of all kinds of light meals in a comfortable ambience. Our fresh and exotic cocktails are real delicacies which you can enjoy while relaxing at the pool. |
All sport activities are perfectly organized and equipped with state of the art material. We offer our guests the possibility also to be active during their “relax –vacation”. To allow privacy our sports-campus is exclusively reserved for hotel-guests only.
If you prefer just to relax on our beautiful private beach then our comfortable hammocks and sufficient number of beach-chairs are just waiting for you! Our “beach butler service” offers you complimentary two towels per Person, free bottled mineral water as well as fruit and ice cream servings twice per day - rounding up the feeling of being totally pampered.
Every Afternoon at 4 pm there is a traditional “high tea” set up in our lobby-again free of charge.
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KIDS ACTIVITY CENTRE |
Our Santiburi Kids Activity centre does not only mean fun for all our small guests but also for the grown-ups! Available in our activity centre are: table-tennis, dart, soccer–kicker, computer game room including a play-station, library and much more. |
FITNESS |
With us you do not need to miss your daily fitness-routine while on vacation! Try our air-conditions fitness-center (including outdoor area) during our opening hours from 6 am til 8 pm. |
SQUASH-THAI BOXING |
For Squash lovers we have our air-conditioned squash center available. Shoes and rackets are provided at no charge. |
WATERSPORTS |
At our spectacular beach all kind of water sport-activities should not be missed! Our water sport director, a championship catamaran sailor, will be delighted to demonstrate to you the secrets of wind surfing or catamaran sailing. Available in our centre are a wide range of kayaks, catamarans, lasers, and windsurf boats. Without mention the best life jackets. |
TENNIS COURTS |
Even professionals have trained on our two tennis courts. All courts are floodlit so that you can enjoy the cooler evening hours to play. |
SOCCER FIELD |
Our own football pitch is often used and has become very popular with our guests. If you like competitions you can join our daily afternoon soccer tournament. |
JOGGING & BICYCLES |
At the Santiburi you don’t need to miss your daily jogging routine!We offer you a 1.2 km jogging track leading you through the tropical gardens and along our beautiful seaside. |
GOLF CHIP & PITCH & DRIVING NET |
When you are not yet ready for our 18-hole championship golf you can improve your swing in our practice area located near the activity centre. Our golf-pro will be happy to teach you a few tricks. |
SANTIBURI SPA |
A true paradise of relaxation in the middle of the beautiful garden of the Santiburi Resort! Santiburi features an intimate SPA where the natural beauty of the treatment rooms with their private “Jacuzzi-gardens” fit perfectly into the natural landscape-scene of the Santiburi. |
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Based on 1422 reviews
5
Sleep Quality
4.7
Location
4.6
Rooms
4.7
Service
4.8
Value
4.4
Cleanliness
4.8
Published Thu, Jan 31, 2026
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