Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 2 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Kimpton Kitalay Samui suits travellers who want a calm, polished beach resort in a quieter corner of the island. It sits right on the sand near Choeng Mon, with an infinity pool facing the sea, a spa with a sauna and rooms that guests describe as large, modern and very comfortable. The service is what people remember most, from birthday surprises to a warm welcome for honeymooners, and breakfast and the restaurants are praised for both variety and quality. The resort is popular with families, which suits parents well thanks to the kids' pool and children's facilities, but it means the single main pool can feel busy. Some guests also met renovation work near the pool. Couples who want an adults-only mood may prefer elsewhere; families and couples who value space, a gentle sea and attentive staff will find a well-run base, ideally in a pool-access room or villa.
Guests score it 9.1 out of 10 — the average across the 12 hotels we list on Koh Samui is 9.4.
What Guests Loved
- The resort has direct beach access, and guests describe the sea as calm and the setting as one of the quietest parts of the island. Several note that the grounds are well kept and that the hotel never feels crowded.
- Service is the most praised part of a stay. Guests mention birthday surprises, a warm welcome for honeymooners and a restaurant and bar team that went out of its way, and many name individual staff members.
Things to Consider
- There is essentially one main pool, and guests found that the loungers around it fill up, while the breakfast room gets busy in the mornings. Many families stay here, which some couples point out so that others know what to expect.
- Some guests ran into renovation work that brought noise to the pool area and blocked part of the view of the sea and the pool.
Should you book it?
Kimpton Kitalay Samui is worth booking for families who want a calm beach and good children's facilities — but pick somewhere else if you are looking for an adults-only atmosphere.
Book it if you want
- Families who want a calm beach and good children's facilities
- Couples who value spacious rooms and attentive service
Pick somewhere else if
- You are looking for an adults-only atmosphere
- You want restaurants and nightlife within walking distance
Frequently asked questions
How do guests rate Kimpton Kitalay Samui?
On Booking.com it scores 9.1/10 from 510 guest reviews.
How many stars does Kimpton Kitalay Samui have?
Kimpton Kitalay Samui is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Kimpton Kitalay Samui offer?
Kimpton Kitalay Samui offers beachfront, infinity Pool, spa, fitness Centre, free Wifi and family Rooms.
Weather & sea temperature — Koh Samui
Right now: 31° air · 31° sea
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10/78 Moo 5. Bophut, 84320 Choeng Mon Beach, Thailand