Pros
- Peaceful setting along beautiful, secluded beach
- Charming, contemporary rooms with furnished terraces
- In-room air-conditioning, bathrobes, kettles, and flat-screen TVs
- Some units have outdoor tubs and sea views
- Beachfront eatery with Thai cuisine and happy hour drinks
- O Restaurant offers buffet breakfasts and Italian food at dinner
- Ocean-view infinity pool surrounded by sunbeds
- Full-service spa and small gym
- Free speed boat transfer (offered at three set times each day)
- Free Wi-Fi
Cons
- Somewhat isolated location (pro for some)
- Complaints that food is overpriced for quality
Bottom Line
On a peaceful, isolated beachfront in Koh Samet, the upscale Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa offers 30 charming villas and cottages. The spacious, contemporary rooms have some local flair, plus air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and furnished terraces. Some add outdoor tubs and ocean vistas. Gorgeous grounds and open-air spaces add to the tranquil, nature-centric atmosphere, and the quiet setting draws lots of couples. A lovely infinity pool overlooks the ocean, and there's a full-service spa for further relaxation. A beachfront eatery serves tasty Thai fare, while O Restaurant offers buffet breakfasts and Italian dishes such as wood-fired pizza for dinner. However, many past guests have said food is overpriced. A suitable alternative for families, Sai Kaew Beach Resort offers upscale accommodations and more kid-friendly features.
Hotel & Amenities Photos
https://stage.oyster.com/rayong-province/hotels/le-vimarn-cottages-and-spa/photos/deluxe-cottage/
Amenities
- Fitness Center
- Internet
- Pool
- Spa
Scene
Charming, secluded hotel with local flair, ocean vistas, and romantic vibe
The combination of its secluded beachfront setting and just 30 rooms gives Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa an intimate, cozy feel. An elegant design with traditional elements pervades throughout, with lots of open-air spaces, rich teak wood, thatched roofs, and lights hanging from vaulted ceilings. Rattan furniture, large floor vases, and fish fountains at the pool add more local character. There's an obvious focus on nature here, with many of the rooms and facilities facing the ocean, and gorgeous, lush grounds that are well-manicured. The peaceful atmosphere and adult-centric features make this a popular spot for couples, including those on their honeymoon. Families or travelers looking to explore the island may find the location a bit too out-of-the-way, however.
Location
Picturesque beachfront setting away from the main areas of Koh Samet
On Koh Samet's northwestern coast, Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa is situated along the pristine and picturesque Ao Prao Beach, which is shared with just a few other hotels. The location is somewhat isolated, so there's little to do within walking distance, but taxis can take guests to Koh Samet Beach and the numerous bars and restaurants nearby in about five to 10 minutes. Free shuttle speedboat transfers are provided to the resort from Ao Prao Pier on mainland Thailand three times each day. The pier is about a two-hour-and-forty-minute drive from Bangkok.
Rooms
Charming units with terraces, bathrobes, and kettles, plus sea views from some
The 30 cottages and villas are charming and spacious, done in a mostly contemporary style with some locally inspired touches. Expect hardwood floors, a mix of modern wood and traditional rattan furniture, thatched roofs, vaulted ceilings, and mostly earth-tone palettes, plus lilac accents in some. Four-poster beds, local artwork, and bronze wall hangings add personality. All rooms also have private furnished terraces, some of which offer stunning ocean views and big tubs. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and tea- and coffee-making facilities, but no ceiling fans. Desks, sitting areas, and closets with bathrobes, electronic safes, sandals, slippers, and umbrellas are also provided. Bathrooms vary by room, and some have colorful purple or emerald green tiles. They also come with showers, free toiletries, and hairdryers, plus some add big mosaic-tiled tubs.
Features
Infinity pool overlooking the beach, a full-service spa, and two dining options
Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa has a range of features that are primarily geared toward couples on vacation. A highlight is the private area of Ao Prao Beach, which is quiet and lined with cushioned loungers. Overlooking the beach and ocean is a well-sized infinity-edge pool. It has a jetted area and deck lined with loungers under umbrellas. Another raved-about amenity is the full-service spa, which offers a variety of treatments, some of which can be done in rooms with outdoor tubs. The fitness center has two walls of windows that let in lots of light, but there are only a few cardio and strength-training machines, in addition to free weights.
Two dining options include Buzz, a contemporary beachfront eatery serving up traditional Thai fare. It has both indoor and outdoor seating and is popular for its happy hour drinks. O Restaurant, meanwhile, offers buffet breakfasts with international fare and Italian food, such as wood-fired pizza, at dinner. Both receive positive reviews, though many guests have commented that it's a bit overpriced for the quality.
Wi-Fi is free and a computer is on-site for guest use.
Scene
Charming, secluded hotel with local flair, ocean vistas, and romantic vibe
The combination of its secluded beachfront setting and just 30 rooms gives Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa an intimate, cozy feel. An elegant design with traditional elements pervades throughout, with lots of open-air spaces, rich teak wood, thatched roofs, and lights hanging from vaulted ceilings. Rattan furniture, large floor vases, and fish fountains at the pool add more local character. There's an obvious focus on nature here, with many of the rooms and facilities facing the ocean, and gorgeous, lush grounds that are well-manicured. The peaceful atmosphere and adult-centric features make this a popular spot for couples, including those on their honeymoon. Families or travelers looking to explore the island may find the location a bit too out-of-the-way, however.
Location
Picturesque beachfront setting away from the main areas of Koh Samet
On Koh Samet's northwestern coast, Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa is situated along the pristine and picturesque Ao Prao Beach, which is shared with just a few other hotels. The location is somewhat isolated, so there's little to do within walking distance, but taxis can take guests to Koh Samet Beach and the numerous bars and restaurants nearby in about five to 10 minutes. Free shuttle speedboat transfers are provided to the resort from Ao Prao Pier on mainland Thailand three times each day. The pier is about a two-hour-and-forty-minute drive from Bangkok.
Rooms
Charming units with terraces, bathrobes, and kettles, plus sea views from some
The 30 cottages and villas are charming and spacious, done in a mostly contemporary style with some locally inspired touches. Expect hardwood floors, a mix of modern wood and traditional rattan furniture, thatched roofs, vaulted ceilings, and mostly earth-tone palettes, plus lilac accents in some. Four-poster beds, local artwork, and bronze wall hangings add personality. All rooms also have private furnished terraces, some of which offer stunning ocean views and big tubs. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and tea- and coffee-making facilities, but no ceiling fans. Desks, sitting areas, and closets with bathrobes, electronic safes, sandals, slippers, and umbrellas are also provided. Bathrooms vary by room, and some have colorful purple or emerald green tiles. They also come with showers, free toiletries, and hairdryers, plus some add big mosaic-tiled tubs.
Features
Infinity pool overlooking the beach, a full-service spa, and two dining options
Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa has a range of features that are primarily geared toward couples on vacation. A highlight is the private area of Ao Prao Beach, which is quiet and lined with cushioned loungers. Overlooking the beach and ocean is a well-sized infinity-edge pool. It has a jetted area and deck lined with loungers under umbrellas. Another raved-about amenity is the full-service spa, which offers a variety of treatments, some of which can be done in rooms with outdoor tubs. The fitness center has two walls of windows that let in lots of light, but there are only a few cardio and strength-training machines, in addition to free weights.
Two dining options include Buzz, a contemporary beachfront eatery serving up traditional Thai fare. It has both indoor and outdoor seating and is popular for its happy hour drinks. O Restaurant, meanwhile, offers buffet breakfasts with international fare and Italian food, such as wood-fired pizza, at dinner. Both receive positive reviews, though many guests have commented that it's a bit overpriced for the quality.
Wi-Fi is free and a computer is on-site for guest use.
Hotel & Amenities Photos
https://stage.oyster.com/rayong-province/hotels/le-vimarn-cottages-and-spa/photos/deluxe-cottage/
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Amenities
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Babysitting Services
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Balcony / Terrace / Patio
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Beach
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Business Center
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Cabanas
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Fitness Center
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Internet
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Kids Allowed
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Laundry
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Pool
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Spa
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