Belmond Napasai

On Koh Samui’s northern coast, on the idyllic Maenam beach, fringed by leaning palm trees.

Bamboo furnishings, four poster beds and traditional oriental wall hangings make the 55 villas and 14 private pool residences at Belmond Napasai an atmospheric choice that’s luxurious without sacrificing local culture. Take your pick from villas with their personal balconies for secluded sundowners; oceanfront residences with their own pool, seemingly flowing into the turquoise sea just beyond; or villa suites with soothing waterfall baths and private massage salas.

Lai Thai does what it knows best – and very well at that – in its selection of local Thai dishes, while the Beach Bar serves light meals and a fresh seafood barbecue from its very picturesque location. The Lobby and Pool bars are at hand to quench a post-sunbathing thirst with a cocktail.

Take your beachside relaxation to new levels with some yoga or tai-chi beside the sea; explore the jungle-carpeted interior of the island on elephant back, stopping off to enjoy the panoramic hilltop views and stunning waterfalls or sail out onto the Andaman Sea with a private boat trip to visit the nearby scatter of pretty islands.