Pros

  • On the beach, right in the heart of Chaweng
  • Traditional Thai property owned by a local family
  • Rooms are decorated with authentic local materials
  • All rooms are air-conditioned and have minibars plus free mineral water
  • Villas with private plunge pools are available
  • Two beachfront restaurants serving international cuisine
  • Gift shop selling handmade local goods like soap and handbags
  • Pretty grounds filled with tropical plants
  • Outdoor pool with sea views
  • Free car parking on-site
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
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Cons

  • Breakfast is not included in the room rate
  • Rooms close to the neighboring bar and road pick up noise
  • Beach and immediate area is very busy
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Bottom Line

There are 162 guest rooms at this busy three-and-a-half-pearl property on beautiful Chaweng Beach, right in the middle of the bustling little town. The shops and raucous nightlife that the area is famous for are just a minute’s walk away, but the property itself is a fairly quiet retreat (providing travelers don't get a room near the road). The hotel has two beachfront restaurants, pretty gardens, a swimming pool, a gift shop selling local crafts, and free Wi-Fi throughout the resort. Guest rooms are spacious and quite lovely, with charming traditional Thai decor plus flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning. Villas with private pools are also available. It's worth comparing with the nearby Samui Resotel and Spa, a quieter options with a swim-up bar and modern fitness center, though rates are higher.

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Amenities

  • Cribs
  • Internet
  • Pool

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Chaweng Garden Beach Resort

Scene

Traditional and relaxed family-run hotel, one of the larger properties on the beach

The Chaweng Garden Beach Resort is owned by a local Koh Samui family, and has the relaxed feel of a family-run property -- that'a major plus for a wild town like Chaweng, though some carryover of the lively vibe is inevitable. From a style perspective, the hotel is traditionally Thai, with rooms and facilities being spread across multiple buildings which are in the wooden bungalow style. The lobby is an open-sided building with a high wooden vaulted ceiling, and bursts of bright color in the decor. It has wooden benches and chairs covered in bright cerise and lime green cushions, there are colorful pots with vibrant green plants, and a cool, gray tiled floor. Guests are offered a cool drink and a damp cloth upon arrival at the check-in desk. The resort itself has sand paths that wind through pretty gardens to the attractive pool area, which is sheltered from the beach by a line of palm trees. The property and its location appeals to a wide range of people, and therefore attracts a range of guests from groups of friends, to couples of all ages, and families with children.

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Location

Right in the heart of lively Chaweng, directly on the beach

The hotel is set right on the clean, white sand and clear blue waters of Chaweng Beach. It's surrounded by many other hotels and resorts, as well as restaurants and bars. Chaweng’s lively nightlife and shops that line the main are just a minute’s walk from the property. Other attractions in the area include the large Central Festival Samui shopping mall and cinema, which is a five-minute drive or 15-minute walk from the hotel, the Phetch Buncha Thai Boxing Stadium which is a five-minute drive, and the Wat Plai Laem Buddhist temple which is a 15-minute drive. Alternatively the kick-boxing stadium can be reached in 15 minutes on foot, as can Chaweng Walking Street, which is home to a night market and lots of open-air drinking. Koh Samui Airport is around a 15-minute journey by car from the hotel. 

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Rooms

Air-conditioned rooms with minibars, decorated in traditional Thai style

The 334 guest rooms at the Chaweng Garden Beach Resort are available in a range of categories from Basic Double rooms through to Deluxe Bungalows and Villas with a private pool. They are all decorated in traditional Thai style, using beautiful, brightly colored local fabrics in the soft furnishings plus dark wood floors, walls, and furniture. Every unit also has balconies and windows looking out onto stunning tropical views. Each room is equipped with air-conditioning, a minibar, a safe, flat screen TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities, free mineral water, and free Wi-Fi. The beachfront bungalows have the addition of a whirlpool tub, while Garden Villas have a private pool and separate living room. The bathrooms are equally charming, with handmade ceramic vessel sinks covered in floral patterns and the use of local tiles. Most bathrooms are spacious and have a separate shower and bath tub. Some previous guests have found that noise from the neighboring bar can be a nuisance in the evenings, as can noise from the road in street-facing rooms. 

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Features

Beachfront dining, sea views from the outdoor pool, and a good gift shop

 Without a doubt the ability to walk right onto busy Chaweng Beach from the hotel is a major highlight for many guests. That aside, there are a decent number of features for guests here.A good buffet breakfast is available daily at the hotel, although it’s not included in the room rate. This is served at the property’s eatery, Sue’s Ocean Restaurant. It’s right on the beach, is also open for lunch and dinner, and specializes in international cuisine. There’s also a bar within the restaurant. In addition, the hotel has the Sukulaya Restaurant, which is right on the beach as well. It is shaded by palm trees and offers a range of dishes, but is most popular for its fresh seafood grills. Other on-site facilities include a shop selling beautiful handmade gifts such as soaps and handbags, and an outdoor pool surrounded by loungers, parasols, and garden and sea views. Guests can use Wi-Fi free throughout the property and parking is free too. 

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Things You Should Know About Chaweng Garden Beach Resort

Also Known As

  • Chaweng Gardens Beach

Address

162/8 Moo 2, Chaweng 84320, Thailand

Website

Oyster Hotel Review

Chaweng Garden Beach Resort

Scene

Traditional and relaxed family-run hotel, one of the larger properties on the beach

The Chaweng Garden Beach Resort is owned by a local Koh Samui family, and has the relaxed feel of a family-run property -- that'a major plus for a wild town like Chaweng, though some carryover of the lively vibe is inevitable. From a style perspective, the hotel is traditionally Thai, with rooms and facilities being spread across multiple buildings which are in the wooden bungalow style. The lobby is an open-sided building with a high wooden vaulted ceiling, and bursts of bright color in the decor. It has wooden benches and chairs covered in bright cerise and lime green cushions, there are colorful pots with vibrant green plants, and a cool, gray tiled floor. Guests are offered a cool drink and a damp cloth upon arrival at the check-in desk. The resort itself has sand paths that wind through pretty gardens to the attractive pool area, which is sheltered from the beach by a line of palm trees. The property and its location appeals to a wide range of people, and therefore attracts a range of guests from groups of friends, to couples of all ages, and families with children.

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Location

Right in the heart of lively Chaweng, directly on the beach

The hotel is set right on the clean, white sand and clear blue waters of Chaweng Beach. It's surrounded by many other hotels and resorts, as well as restaurants and bars. Chaweng’s lively nightlife and shops that line the main are just a minute’s walk from the property. Other attractions in the area include the large Central Festival Samui shopping mall and cinema, which is a five-minute drive or 15-minute walk from the hotel, the Phetch Buncha Thai Boxing Stadium which is a five-minute drive, and the Wat Plai Laem Buddhist temple which is a 15-minute drive. Alternatively the kick-boxing stadium can be reached in 15 minutes on foot, as can Chaweng Walking Street, which is home to a night market and lots of open-air drinking. Koh Samui Airport is around a 15-minute journey by car from the hotel. 

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Rooms

Air-conditioned rooms with minibars, decorated in traditional Thai style

The 334 guest rooms at the Chaweng Garden Beach Resort are available in a range of categories from Basic Double rooms through to Deluxe Bungalows and Villas with a private pool. They are all decorated in traditional Thai style, using beautiful, brightly colored local fabrics in the soft furnishings plus dark wood floors, walls, and furniture. Every unit also has balconies and windows looking out onto stunning tropical views. Each room is equipped with air-conditioning, a minibar, a safe, flat screen TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities, free mineral water, and free Wi-Fi. The beachfront bungalows have the addition of a whirlpool tub, while Garden Villas have a private pool and separate living room. The bathrooms are equally charming, with handmade ceramic vessel sinks covered in floral patterns and the use of local tiles. Most bathrooms are spacious and have a separate shower and bath tub. Some previous guests have found that noise from the neighboring bar can be a nuisance in the evenings, as can noise from the road in street-facing rooms. 

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Features

Beachfront dining, sea views from the outdoor pool, and a good gift shop

 Without a doubt the ability to walk right onto busy Chaweng Beach from the hotel is a major highlight for many guests. That aside, there are a decent number of features for guests here.A good buffet breakfast is available daily at the hotel, although it’s not included in the room rate. This is served at the property’s eatery, Sue’s Ocean Restaurant. It’s right on the beach, is also open for lunch and dinner, and specializes in international cuisine. There’s also a bar within the restaurant. In addition, the hotel has the Sukulaya Restaurant, which is right on the beach as well. It is shaded by palm trees and offers a range of dishes, but is most popular for its fresh seafood grills. Other on-site facilities include a shop selling beautiful handmade gifts such as soaps and handbags, and an outdoor pool surrounded by loungers, parasols, and garden and sea views. Guests can use Wi-Fi free throughout the property and parking is free too. 

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Best Rates

Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Babysitting Services

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Basic Television

  • Beach

  • Cabanas

  • Cable

  • Concierge

  • Cribs

  • Internet

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Mini Bar (with liquor)

  • Pool

  • Poolside Drink Service

  • Room Service

  • Swim-Up Bar

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