Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort
Beachfront calm on the north coast, with Fisherman's Village dinner options ten minutes along the sand.
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- Open 24 hours daily
- 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.
About Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort
The location is what sells this one. You're on the quiet north-coast beach at Bophut, with lily ponds, lawns running down to the sand and an infinity pool looking across the water to Koh Phangan. Then, ten minutes on foot, you've got Fisherman's Village and the best concentration of dinner options on the island. That combination is rare on Samui, where plenty of good resorts strand you somewhere you need a taxi to escape.
The style is Thai-classical rather than white-box modern, heavily planted, and it reads as grown-up rather than party-focused. The spa has a strong following. If you do want a night out on Koh Phangan, boats to the Full Moon Party leave from the pier nearby, so you can have both without staying somewhere loud.
Who it suits: couples, honeymooners, families who want the beach and a proper restaurant walk rather than a hotel-buffet holiday every night. If you're after nightlife on your doorstep, Chaweng is the wrong side of the island from here and you'd be better off basing yourself there.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026 · How we check places
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort, round out your day in Koh Samui with contrasting stops nearby.
99/9 Bophut Bay Samui Island
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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.
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Location Matters More Than Stars
A well-located 3-star hotel often beats a remote 5-star resort. In Bangkok, staying near a BTS or MRT station saves hours; on islands, proximity to the beach you actually want matters most.
Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort worth visiting?
Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort holds a 4.7★ rating from 1,562 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated hotels & resorts in Koh Samui.
What are the opening hours of Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort?
Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort is open 24 hours a day — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort?
The best months to visit Koh Samui are January – August, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in July – August & December — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: October – December (Gulf Coast monsoon).
Where is Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort located?
Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort is at 99/9 Bophut Bay Samui Island, in Koh Samui. Getting around Koh Samui: Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road); Motorbike or scooter rental.
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