Gulf Islands Hotels

These aren't recommendations just pulled from a google list! Every hotel here is one we've personally experienced or regularly book for WanderlustPro clients who want these iconic islands done properly. If you're going to splash out, these are the ones worth splashing on. All properties start from $300 per night.

Banyan Tree Samui (Luxury)

The W (Luxury)

Pearl of Samui Resort (Budget)

Anzhu Seamate Villa (Mid-Range)

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Koh Samui:

Koh Tao:

Koh Tao Heights Pool Villas (Luxury)

Greenery Resort (Budget)

The Place Luxury Boutique Villas (Luxury)

Good Place (Budget)

Lucke Boutique Hotel (Mid-Range)

Koh Phangan:

Morning Star Resort (Budget)

Sunset Hill Boutique Resort (Luxury)

La Belle Vie Boutique Hotel (Luxury)

Sea Escapes Report (Mid-Range)

Ocean Vibes (Mid-Range)