Welcome to Belmond Napasai in Koh Samui, Thailand, a secluded resort on the island's fashionable north coast. Nestling on gentle slopes leading down to the unspoilt white sand of Baan Tai beach, it offers a selection of beautiful Thai-style cottages as well as stunning two and three bedroom villas set into the cliffside.
Belmond Napasai is set on a graceful hillside in a secluded position, overlooking Ban Tai beach on the Gulf of Thailand, in seventeen acres of lush tropical vegetation. It has a small, private sandy beach with a pontoon to which guests can swim, fifty-five cottages, fourteen private villas, two excellent restaurants and the indulgent Napasai Spa.
The spectacular range of accommodation includes thirty-four Sea View Cottages, eleven Beachfront Cottages, eight Garden Cottage Suites, two exclusive Beachfront Cottage Suites with direct access to the beach and fourteen private villas all decorated in contemporary Thai design.
Napasai features a beautiful horizon edge freshwater pool that appears to flow onto the turquoise sea. A children's pool is also available. The pools are surrounded by the beautiful gardens which have on show bougainvillea, frangipani, coconut palms and cashew trees, jackfruit and mango.
Location Summary
Thailand stretches 1860 km north to south, giving it one of the most diverse climates in South East Asia and has land borders with Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia.
Samui Island (Koh Samui) is one of the major islands of the Gulf of Siam and is a one and a half hour flight from Bangkok.
Napasai is a resort on Baan Tai beach near the town of Maenam in the north of the island, a 25 minute transfer from the airport. The hotel is a very peaceful place, where guests can rest and relax in unspoiled natural surroundings.
Directions to Hotel
Access is easy with regular flights departing from Bangkok and several ferry and jetboat companies also operate from Surat Thani.
From Koh Samui International Airport - Exit the airport then make a left turn heading north for about half a mile. Turn left (west) at the first junction onto Route 4171 Laan Thong Road towards Bo Phut. Proceed on Laan Thong Road for about 2 miles, staying to the left as the road comes to a *T* intersection. There you will see a sign for Napasai Resort. Make a right turn heading north on route 4169 for about about 2.5 miles following hotel signs directing you through the village of Maenam, after which you will see Napasai's entrance on your right.
From Surat Thani - Take a taxi from the airport to the Surat Thani pier, then take the ferry (1.5 hour ride) from the mainland to Koh Samui pier in Nathon. From Nathon, take a taxi to the hotel (about 2.5 miles) or request in advance a Koh Samui pier to Resort transfer through Napasai's concierge.
The wonderful environment beckons sea and sports lovers and the fantastic Ang Thong maritime Park right on the doorstep.
Namuang jungle trips are based on the south of the island close to the namuang one waterfall. Guided elephant treks through the island's tropical forests are featured. Treks can last 15 minutes, half an hour, one hour or half a day. The half-day Samui jungle adventure includes time spent feeding and getting to know your elephant and a trek along the river to the spectacular namuang waterfall.
Recommended Rooms
Belmond Napasai offers a spectacular range of accommodation including thirty-four Sea View Cottages, eleven Beachfront Cottages, eight Garden Cottage Suites, two exclusive Beachfront Cottage Suites with direct access to the beach and fourteen private villas (also available for purchase).
Tropical teak furnishings and cotton drapes blend with traditional weavings and traditional pieces of Thai art and crafts give each room its cosy, welcoming atmosphere. The spacious cottages are exquisitely decorated in cottons, silks, wood and bamboo. The large baths are perfect for relaxing after long days of exploring the surroundings.