Santhiya Koh Phangan, Koh Phangan

Santhiya Koh Phangan occupies a fantastic location on the tropical island of Koh Phangan, a 30 minute boat ride away from Koh Samui .  The resort is set into the side of a hill extending down to a bay. Luxury rooms have an authentic Thai feel with a teakwood design, wood carvings and local fabrics.  Several of the rooms have private pools with panoramic views out across the bay. As to be expected in a resort of this standard, there is a brilliant swimming pool, a superb spa and two good restaurants; one restaurant offers Thai and international food with panoramic views whilst the other offers casual dining and a bar on the beach.

What we love about this resort is how you get the feeling of being on a desert island but without being cut off: there are a couple of other resorts nearby and a small local village so you can enjoy strolls around the local area and a decent range of places to eat.

This is a great resort for couples or families who can choose to relax in the pleasant surroundings or explore the surrounding island and marine park in more depth.

 Last visited by David - November 2013