Ammatara Pura
Refined beach resort offering villas with private pools, plus an elegant restaurant & a spa.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Ammatara Pura, round out your day in Koh Samui with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
We spent 7 nights at Ammatara Pura Pool Villa and had an amazing experience. The resort is absolutely stunning, built in traditional Thai style—it felt like staying in a palace or temple. The atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing the whole time. Our villa was incredibly spacious, with the largest bedroom we’ve ever stayed in. Everything was high quality, from the furnishings to the little details like slippers. Breakfast was cooked fresh to order each morning, based on what we selected the day before—delicious and a nice change from the usual buffet. One highlight was the free Thai dress-up and photo session. Two kind staff members (one also served us breakfast!) dressed us in traditional outfits and took a ton of lovely photos around the resort. It was such a unique and thoughtful touch. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a luxurious, quiet stay with authentic Thai charm.
A spectacular hotel Architecturally beautiful The villas are amazing. Book a Sea View villa for total privacy and amazing views It really is an oasis of calm in a busy city Easy walk to town and all the bars and restaurants The hotel foo right on the beach is excellent too. This is my second time visiting this hotel. This time for 12 days. Wish I could stay longer. The service from the staff here is beyond any I have experienced anywhere else without it being intrusive. Stephen the manager is a delight And Anastasia the food and beverage manager is an absolute star! Stay here Thank me later 😂👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Amazing hôtel, real disconnection and relax ! Amazing villa clean spacious and calm . The employees are really nice kind and smiling. I recommend 1000% . Beautiful beach .
Location Info
128/75-76 Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand+66 61 664 9545www.ammatarapura.com/Tips for Visiting Hotels & Resorts
Book Shoulder Season
May–June and September–October offer dramatic discounts (30–50% off peak rates) with fewer crowds. Weather is mixed but rarely a washout — afternoon showers clear quickly.
Compare OTAs and Direct Rates
Always check the hotel's own website after finding a rate on Agoda or Booking.com. Many Thai properties offer a best-rate guarantee or throw in perks like free breakfast when you book direct.
Pool Villa Doesn't Mean Expensive
Private pool villas in Krabi, Hua Hin, and Chiang Mai start around 2,500–4,000 THB/night — a fraction of Bali or Maldives prices. Search specifically for 'pool villa' to surface hidden gems.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
January – August
Avoid: October – December (Gulf Coast monsoon)
Rainy season
October – December
Avg. temperature
24°C – 32°C(75°F – 90°F)
Crowds
Peak: July – August & December
Getting there
Koh Samui Airport (USM) has direct flights from Bangkok and regional hubs (Bangkok Airways monopoly). Ferry from Surat Thani takes ~1.5 hrs — a cheaper option.
Getting around
- •Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road)
- •Motorbike or scooter rental
- •Taxis (metered or negotiate upfront)
- •Grab available in main areas