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Six Senses Samui
Koh Samui, Thailand · Six Senses · Grand Luxury
Six Senses Samui opened in 2004 on a 20-acre headland at the northernmost tip of Koh Samui, with 66 pool villas threaded through indigenous vegetation on a promontory falling to the Gulf of Thailand on three sides. Its Dining on the Rocks restaurant, seven interconnected sala platforms cantilevered over the sea, became one of Asia's most photographed resort dining settings. The resort holds two MICHELIN Keys in the 2025 Thailand guide.
- 67 rooms
- Opened 2004
- Neighborhood: Bophut
- Rooms from 592 sq ft (55 m²)
About Six Senses Samui
- Dining on the Rocks is a set of seven interconnected open-air salas built on the rocky headland itself — the restaurant is literally suspended above the Gulf of Thailand, with water visible between the platforms.
- The resort holds two MICHELIN Keys in the 2025 Thailand guide and won the World Luxury Hotel Award for #1 Luxury Eco/Green Hotel in Thailand in 2025.
- Six Senses Samui was one of the brand's earliest Thailand properties when it opened in 2004, pre-dating the brand's acquisition by IHG and establishing the Six Senses wellness formula — organic farm, non-motorised water sports, sustainability certification — before that model became industry standard.
- All 66 villas include a private infinity pool; a renovation circa 2015 resurfaced every pool with turquoise stone tiles and added seven new pool villas to the original inventory.
- The smallest published suite or villa start at 592 sq ft (55 m²).
History
Six Senses Samui opened in 2004 as one of the brand's pioneering resorts in Thailand, embodying the Six Senses ethos of sustainable luxury and sensory reawakening that began in 1995. The property underwent significant renovations around 2015, including resurfacing villa pools with turquoise stone tiles and adding seven more pool villas. It has grown in popularity among travelers seeking eco-conscious escapes with cultural integration.
The setting
Six Senses Samui occupies a gently sloping headland at the northernmost tip of Koh Samui in Baan Plai Laem, Bophut, its 66 villas threaded among 20 acres of indigenous vegetation on a promontory that falls to the Gulf of Thailand on multiple sides. The topography — requiring guests to descend steep teak staircases to reach beach and pool levels — guarantees uninterrupted panoramas and a near-total absence of the visual intrusion that affects flatter resort properties. The Plai Laem headland's narrow coastal road, protected natural vegetation and concentration of premium neighbours consolidate this as Koh Samui's most exclusive coastal corridor, six kilometres from the airport and anchored to the island's most pristine shoreline. 4 km from Big Buddha monument.
Restaurants and bars
- Dining on the Rocks — Restaurant · Innovative food concepts
- Dining on the Hill — Restaurant · Thai
- Drift at the Beach — Poolside · Wood-fired oven and grill
- Drinks on the Hill — Restaurant
- Alchemy Bar — Bar
- Dining by the Edge — Restaurant
- Drinks on the Rocks — Restaurant
Experiences
- Ang Thong National Marine Park snorkelling and diving — Snorkel or dive to see the wonders of the Ang Thong National Marine Park, reached via nearby islands.
- Local highlights tours (Big Buddha Temple, Fisherman's Village) — Visit local highlights including Big Buddha Temple and Fisherman's Village.
- Thai cooking class — Learn to prepare and cook authentic Thai dishes with the resort's Thai chefs at Dining on the Hill, daily 1:00 to 3:00 pm; advanced reservations required.
- Muay Thai with a pro — Try Muay Thai with a professional on the resort.
- Morning wellness activities — Holistic sessions at Six Senses Spa from 8:30 am daily, including Yoga, Tai Chi and Thai Pran.
- Movie Under the Stars — Films shown on a big screen under the stars every Monday and Thursday from 9:00 pm onwards.
Amenities
- private infinity pools in 60 villas
- main infinity pool
- spa
- beach
- farm
- yoga
- non-motorized water sports
- Sauna
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Kids' club
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Recommended (2026)
- MICHELIN Two Keys (2026)
- World Luxury Hotel Awards #1 Luxury Eco/Green Hotel Thailand (2025)
- Two MICHELIN Keys
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