Nittayavadee Panset Resort  

A low-key Koh Samui hideaway about 9 km from the island’s center. Close to Bang Kao Beach, Hin Ta and Hin Yai, Lamai Night Market, Thong Krut and Laem Set Beach, plus Laem Sor Pagoda and Buddha’s Footprints for quick day trips.

This boutique resort packs just 16 air-conditioned rooms with private patios, minibars and in-room refrigerators. Rooms include 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable, showers and complimentary toiletries. Expect simple coastal styling and an intimate, small-property vibe.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, unwind with onsite massages, or grab a drink at the bar/lounge. Family-friendly options include babysitting/childcare (surcharge). Free self-parking is available, and patios make it easy to catch sea-breeze mornings.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property keeps you connected.

There’s a bar/lounge on-site for evening drinks. For local flavors, explore nearby Lamai Night Market and the beachside towns a short ride away.