Life on the high seas can indeed be treacherous, especially if you get seasick. Luckily, the boat suites at Melia Koh Samui in Thailand are fixed into place. They have the appearance and design of an authentic Thai-Chinese fishing boat (complete with furnished decks), but without the motion of the ocean. They also come with access to The Level lounge for complimentary breakfast and evening cocktails.

What’s a boat suite? It’s a hundred-year-old wooden Thai-Chinese boat converted into a guest room with a king bed on the top floor and a rather swish bathroom beneath. These boats were used in olden times to ferry goods from Bangkok to Samui, and now live out their days in the shade of Melia’s palm trees.

It’s a big call, but Spanish hotel group Meliá is laying claim to the title of largest swimming pool in Koh Samui, Thailand.

The 159 rooms and 41 suites of the spanking new Meliá Koh Samui are set around a lagoon pool that meanders in a loop around the beachfront property, and also has a two-level 1000-square-metre pool. If that’s not enough water, the new hotel overlooks Choeng Mon Beach and the Gulf of Thailand, for more blue views.

The food at each of the dining outlets at the Melia Koh Samui also really hit a lot of the right notes with us. There is a real sense of the Mediterranean in the menu, with Spanish dishes making an appearance (tapas by the pool are essential), as well as plenty of local favourites … The beachfront restaurant Breeza overlooks the sea with a bright and beautiful ambience beside the large central pool. Here, diners can gorge on fresh seafood and meats for lunch and dinner. Post-dinner, there’s also the Boat’s Bar, offering drinks, snacks, and even afternoon tea should you wish it.

Just steps from beautiful Choeng Mon Beach, Meliá Koh Samui features 2 outdoor pools and a variety of dining options. … Created from authentic teak rice barges, the luxury suites at Meliá Koh Samui welcome guests with a unique design and warm atmosphere.

Meliá Hotels International, Spain’s largest hotel company, and Asset World Corporation (AWC), Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group, have celebrated the grand opening of Meliá Koh Samui, a stunning beachfront resort that features exceptional accommodation, a spectacular lagoon pool, extensive meeting space, diverse dining concepts and a unique design concept inspired by Thailand’s rich maritime heritage.

Meliá Koh Samui, the first property in Thailand launched under Spanish hotel group Meliá Hotels International, has some surprises in store for guests at the 159-room and 41-suite resort. A lagoon pool loops through the grounds like a river while suites are made from teak wood vessels.