Imagine a pristine beach with sapphire seas. It's the postcard perfect Thailand that our dreams and desktop wallpapers are made of. If there was any doubt that such a place still exists in our busy world, we're here to quell your worries. It's real, and if you want to experience it all first hand, go to Bandara Resort and Spa, Samui.
Location, Location…Bandara's property consists of 6.7 acres of land, 50% of which is garden area. It's a swimmer's paradise with 4 pools (including children's pool and beach pool), and easy access to the ocean. The resort is 15 minutes away from the airport and a 10 minute walk to the famous Fisherman's Village.
Rooms here are spacious, each with a private balcony, mini bar, bath tub, and shower. Down feathered pillows and comfortable beds guarantee a restful sleep. Couples may want to reserve the exclusive villas (with both an indoor and outdoor bathroom, and private pool), while families should opt for the comfort of connecting rooms with easy access to the main pool.
Wine & DineChom Dao, Bandara's fine dining restaurant, is spectacular for dinner. The open air venue gives you a full view of the ocean while serving some of the best the Gulf of Thailand has to offer. We recommend the
Phuket Oysters in Thai style,
Roasted Rack of Lamb Provincial, and
Rock Lobster Salad. For an unforgettable experience, come at twilight while the ocean is still visible and the stars are just starting to unveil. A guitar duo is at the ready to serenade you, and will take requests for popular songs—"Somewhere Beyond the Sea" by Frank Sinatra, works perfectly.
Leelavadee Restaurant is open daily and provides 24 hour room service. Definitely an incentive to wake up, the breakfast buffet carries all the cold meats, international cheeses, dim sum, rice congee, or fresh fruits you'll ever wish for.
Just beyond the lobby is the elevated Ling Lounge, a relaxing place to unwind amongst fountains and live music. At main pool, there is a pool bar, as well as a Beach Bar (extension of Chom Dao restaurant) where sunbathers and swimmers can get ice cold drinks at their leisure (recommended are perfectly muddled mojitos, pomelo splashed cosmopolitans, as well as ice cream shakes for those lazy sunny afternoons). There is also a GM cocktail party every Friday night at the Beach bar.
The Things You'll LoveThe details have all been thought out for you, as Bandara provides a beach bag complete with towels, umbrellas, and sandals, so you can start sunning the moment you arrive. The spa has a varied menu, with well trained masseuses and treatments found nowhere else. In terms of service, Bandara's friendly atmosphere is the epitome of Thai hospitality, and the staff goes out of their way to make you feel like your requests are a pleasure to deliver.
Lifestyle Asia Recommends If this is your first time in Samui, let the hotel help you plan a trip and rent one of their driver's for the day. The price is depends on your plans, but it's a very comfortable, and very personal way to explore the island.
At the spa, instead of choosing a single treatment, go for one of their Bundled Packages. It includes a selection of several cures, that will relax you exponentially. Stay tuned to Lifestyle Asia for a full rundown on the Bandara's Spa.
Bandara Resort & Spa, Samui,
178/2 Moo 1, Tambol Bophut, Koh Samui,
Surat Thani 84320 THAILAND
+66 (0) 7724 579 / samuisales@bandarasamui.com
More Information: http://www.bandarasamui.com
