 Tongsai Bay: Overview
Welcome to Koh Samui’s original five star hotel, located on its own private stretch of sandy Chaweng Beach. Originally the vision of Akom Hoontrakul it is still run to the highest standards by his family.
Discover the highest standards of luxury, alongside friendly, personalized service and serious commitment to conservation and responsible eco-tourism. Tongsai Bay delights in sharing the stunning natural environment with visitors and in preserving it for future generations. To this end it is proud to have pioneered The Green project.
Stay in a suite with amenities to appeal to the most discerning traveller, complemented with private terraces and fabulous ocean views. Dine in the sophisticated elegance of Chef Chom’s Thai Restaurant and sample the finest Royal Thai Cuisine. Escape to the secluded and more laidback ambience of Floyd’s Beach Restaurant or enjoy the intimate delights of the poolside Butler’s Restaurant.
All of our restaurants offer only the best ingredients lovingly prepared to perfection. Sample exquisite Asian and international dishes served by attentive waiters. Order from our extensive wine list and well-stocked bars and share the exquisite indulgence of good food and good company on sunlit days and magical starlit evenings.
For your further convenience the Lobby Bar serves aperitifs before dinner and excellent cocktails and nightcaps until the wee small hours while our internet Café Sip is a beachfront oasis. Drop by any time for fresh coffee, cooling drinks or afternoon teas. Take in the stunning views as you surf the net and catch up with home.
Recline by either of our luxury pools or stretch out on our spacious beach. Drift into tranquil Prana Spa and be transported to inner peace and outer beauty.
Join in watersports from snorkelling and canoeing to sailing and diving or play a round or two of tennis. Browse in our shop for original and distinctive local crafts and souvenirs. Take a walk to Chaweng Town with its bustling markets, bars and nightlife. Or ask us to arrange private transport and tours so that you can explore more of our beautiful tropical paradise. Tongsai Bay is not simply the original, it is also the best hotel on Koh Samui.
Tongsai Bay: Rooms OverviewCottage Suite
Each suite offers individually controlled airconditioning, spacious bathroom with separate shower & bathroom, double sinks, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, separate living area, minibar, satellite TV, CD/DVD player, complimentary movies, IDD telephone, tea & coffeemaking facilities, sofa, coffee table chairs, artwork, fruit basket, flowers, spacious private terrace, additional openair bathtub, private garden location, sea view
Suite Beachfront
Each suite offers individually controlled airconditioning, spacious bathroom with separate shower & bathroom, double sinks, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, minibar, satellite TV, CD/DVD player, complimentary movies, IDD telephone, tea & coffeemaking facilities, fruit basket, flowers, spacious private terrace/balcony, additional openair bathtub, main building location, sea view
Tongsai Bay: Location
Address:
84 Moo 5, Chaweng Beach, Bophut, Suratthani, 84320 Thailand
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Tongsai Bay is located near Chaweng Beach Koh Samui. The island of Koh Samui is the most well-established and popular holiday destination in the Thai province of Surat Thani.
Located in the Gulf of Thailand Koh Samui offers pure white beaches, coconut palms, unspoilt forests and hills as well as a host of tourist amenities and attractions. Highlights include Nathon market, the mountain jungle, Na Tian Butterfly Garden, Samui Zoo & Aquarium, monkey shows and a crocodile farm as well as stunning natural scenery and a host of watersports. First settled 1500 years ago by Malay and Chinese fishermen, its name probably comes from the Chinese word “saboey” meaning “safe haven”.
Koh Samui is surrounded by many smaller islands which together comprise the Ang Thon National Marine Park, an area of outstanding natural beauty.
A single road stretches around the15km Circumference Island, connecting its charming beach towns and atmospheric old capital of Nathon which has great shopping opportunities.– .
Each resort “town” has its own distinctive character but all share a laidback atmosphere and tropical beauty. Chaweng has the longest beach and is the most developed. It offers a fantastic choice of restaurants, entertainment and bustling nightlife, Lamai is closeby with a more low key feel. Maenam’s spectacular views and golden sands are still relatively undiscovered while the smaller, traditional Bhophut particularly appeals to independent travellers and those who love chic resorts. Choeng Mon offers a quiet, tranquil retreat and Big Buddha, also known as Bang Rak has very peaceful waters and is the closest to Koh Samui airport.
Koh Samui is located about 650km from Bangkok, has its own airport and easily accessible by plane and ferry.
Flights from Bangkok airport leave hourly and take around 70 minutes.
Flights from Phuket leave daily and take around 30 minutes.
Koh Samui airport offers many mini-buses and taxis to transport you to your onwards destination.
Ferry services from Surat Thani, the nearest mainland city to Nathon run regularly. The express ferry takes 3 hours and night boats take 6-7 hours.
There is a combined air-conditioned bus/catamaran service from Bangkok which takes around 11 hours.
Koh Samui arrival and departure
Tongsai Bay: Hotel Facilities - Restaurants and DiningChef Chom’s Thai Restaurant
Enter the chic and elegant blond wood temple to fine dining where our superlative service will transport you to a byegone era of gracious good living. Named for Chef Pienkchom here you will discover the exquisite flavours of Royal Thai cuisine at it best. Be seduced by its fragrant aromas and subtle combinations of herbs and spices. Succulent seafood is our signature, only the very finest locally caught produce makes it into our kitchens.
Sit indoors or enjoy our airy courtyard with sublime fishponds and stunning ocean views. To accompany your meal order drinks from one of the finest bars on Koh Samui. Choose from an extensive wine list or indulge in a cocktail mixed to perfection. Here you can share a sublime dining experience in fabulous tropical splendour.
Floyd’s Beach Bistro
Hidden away on a peaceful beach nook, Floyd’s offers you a relaxed approach to dining. Bring your companion and indulge in excellent international cuisine. A pleasant venue for lingering lunches it becomes a magical place by night. As the waves gently lull you with your music savour expertly prepared dishes and your choice of drink from the bar. Champagne cocktails are a popular choice as you share all the magic of a tropical night beneath a canopy of stars.
The Butler’s Restaurant
Tables with crisp white linen and exotic blooms overlook the swimming pool. Come to the Butler’s Restaurant when you crave tranquility and exquisite food. Share aromatic modern Thai dishes created by our gifted Chef Alvin, and sip on a chilled glass of good white wine. With seating for only 20 guests the mood is hushed and peaceful. Candlelit by night you and your companion can enjoy all the intimacy of this bijou delight.
Sip Internet Cafe
An airy pavilion set down on the beach Sip is the ideal place to while away lazy hours. Pop in for freshly ground coffee or refreshing teas and stay to chat, read a good book, soak up the sea views or surf the internet. And if you are feeling indulgent then afternoon tea with home-made cake is the perfect treat
Lobby Lounge
Civilised teas and coffees, pre-dinner aperitifs and dreamy nightcaps are served for your pleasure in the airy and stylish Lobby Lounge. Sink into inviting sofas with plumped-up cushions, or drift out onto the verandah on balmy starlit evenings.
Tongsai Bay: Hotel Facilities - Spa and WellnessPrana Spa
In keeping with our green philosophy, when you enter Prana Spa you will discover a holistic sanctuary, in harmony with nature. Leave all cares and tensions behind and surrender to the peace and beauty of your surroundings.
Our highly-trained therapists bring a gentle and intuitive approach that is both healing and inspiring. Centuries of local wisdom combine with all that is finest in contemporary spa approaches.
Take this time for yourself to discuss your wishes and desires with your gentle personal therapist. Breathe deeply and inhale the scent of exotic blossoms, listen to the gentle breezes and take healing from the verdant gardens and sun-lit ocean views.
From massages and facials to local secret recipes and treatments you will be pampered and looked after. Take a solo journey to wellness or share the inspiration with a partner. Find your bliss here at Prana Spa.
Tongsai Bay: Hotel Facilities - Recreation, Sports and ShoppingSwimming
Luxuriate in our beachfront pool with adjacent Jacuzzi while children can safely enjoy their very own shallow pool. If you prefer take a dip in the crescent-shaped pool close to the Sip Internet café which offers total peace.
Activities
Work out in our superbly-equipped fitness gym or take to the tennis courts and practice your serves. Ask us to book you a round of golf at the island’s renowned Santiburi course.
You will find a superb range of watersports available and can enjoy them in good conscience. Tongsai’s eco-aware conservation approach to maintaining Koh Samui’s unspoilt beauty and clean waters mean that there are no motorised watersports. Instead you can enjoy all the peace and wonder of snorkelling, canoeing and kayaking. Explore unspoilt reefs and hidden coves.
If you prefer you can charter a sailboat to travel further or join a deep sea fishing trip.
More laidback pleasures include our twice-weekly cocktail party for guests, part of our very personal levels of service. Browse in our boutique and you will find a fantastic range of authentic local crafts, silks and gifts to take home as permanent reminders of your stay.
You can also take a stroll into Chaweng Town for more shopping opportunities as well as bars, restaurants and a lively international nightlife. If you wish to see more of Koh Samui ask us to arrange your private transport. Or let us use our insider knowledge and extensive experience to arrange personalized trips and tours for you. We especially recommend a chauffeur-driven jungle trek for an unforgettable and breathtaking view of our pristine mountain interior.
Relaxation
Recline poolside with a good book or take to the beach.It is rare to find a private beach on beautiful Chaweng Beach but Tongsai Bay offers you a 200m long stretch reserved only for our guests. Stretch out and relax, and if you desire a thirstquenching drink simply raise a flag and our staff will serve you.
Unwind in the recreation room with its large screen TV, pool table and table football. Or borrow books, CDs and DVDs from our free library and chill out in the privacy of your own space.
Take gentle strolls amongst outstanding natural beauty and pamper yourself in the nirvana of our Prana Spa.
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Rating: 3.5/5 (2 votes cast)
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Restaurant
- Beauty Salon
- Beach Sports
- Fitness/Gym
- Room Service
- Spa
- Massage
- Seaview
- IDD Telephone
- Mini Bar
- Television
- Satellite TV
- Hair Dryer
- Coffee / Tea Making Facilities
- Currency Exchange
- Baby Sitting
- Air-Conditioning
- Porter
- Laundry
- Snorkelling
- Safe Box
- Hot Shower
- Jacuzzi Pool
- Canoeing
 Gerry Watkins
"We totally support this grand hotel in it's eco-friendly vision. How marvellous to come to this wonderful place and discover the love and care ..."
 Melanie Prinn
"A total delight. Gorgeous, gorgeous location, food to die for. Lots of lovely romantic nooks, a gorgeous beachside pool where I floated for ho ..."
Archer Brownacre
"Pure escapism at its very best. Bravo to all of the chefs but especially to Chef Thom's Restaurant an absoloute dining sensation. Wonderful be ..."
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Tongsai Bay, truly paradise on earth
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