The Beach Residence
Plai Laem Soi 7
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Why people book this hotel
“The view from the balcony was beautiful and very peaceful, and having the beach …”
“Fantastic location and lovely property”
“Thank you for your hospitality Philip, you’re such a kind host”
“My family spent a great time at The Beach Residence mostly thanks to Phillip, th…”
“I really enjoyed the peace and quiet”
“The apartment itself was very spacious, I must mention great, comfy beds, where …”
“Nice pool with refreshing water, not cold, just refreshing”
“The property also has its own pool”
“The house is very modern and clean with a unique and extraordinary view of the b…”
“Lovely and modern, very spacious, open, airy, clean and the host Phil was fantas…”
“The Beach Residence was excellent value for money and we had an awesome stay”
“Would recommend both - much smaller boats than other companies and worth paying …”
Overview
Boasting pool views, The Beach Residence offers accommodation with balcony, around 300 metres from Thongson Bay Beach. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The aparthotel features sea views, a sun terrace, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. All units at the aparthotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with bathrobes, a shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the aparthotel, units include bed linen and towels. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Plai Laem Beach is 600 metres from the aparthotel, while Naturism Beach is 2.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Samui International Airport, 4 km from The Beach Residence.
Traveller reviews
Helena
couple
June 5, 2026
I really enjoyed the peace and quiet. The view from the balcony was beautiful and very peaceful, and having the beach so close by was everything. Thank you for your hospitality Philip, you’re such a kind host!
Heidi
family_with_children
February 17, 2026
“Peaceful and idyllic 🙌🏻”
Fantastic location and lovely property. We really enjoyed the local restaurants and the beach that were very short walks away.
Piotr
extended_group
January 30, 2026
“My best stay in Ko Samui so far”
My family spent a great time at The Beach Residence mostly thanks to Phillip, the host of this amazing place. His hospitality made this stay really special. His restaurants recommendations where real hits, recommend strongly to follow them. The apartment itself was very spacious, I must mention great, comfy beds, where I slept like a baby. I loved the concept of the open space in the saloon, wherw you can roll the windows to the side and have huge space in front of you. The view was also great, although at the level 1 little limited by the green garden isolating you from the street. Location itself amazingly quiet. Nice pool with refreshing water, not cold, just refreshing. Talking about location, this is the best feature as it takes like 3 miutes maybe to get to beautiful beach with great bars and massages. To sum up one of the best holidays we had in Thailand.
Alexander
extended_group
January 27, 2026
Best view und walking distance to beach!
Isabelle
couple
December 17, 2025
“Breathtaking view from the appartement”
Beautiful apartment in a fantastic location! The view is breathtaking, and the host, Phil, was incredibly helpful and friendly! Ideal for those who want to enjoy absolute peace and quiet near their apartment, without the hustle and bustle of the city centers. By scooter or car, you're just 5 minutes from shops and local restaurants, and if you really want to go to the city center, it's only 13 minutes away. We would definitely rent it again if we ever return to Koh Samui.
Caitlin
extended_group
October 3, 2025
“Great value for money, all the creature comforts you could want and an amazing host.”
It is a beautiful property, looks exactly like the photos suggest! The rooms have aircon which was a blessing! The property also has its own pool. You get all the creature comforts - including your own beach towels and dressing gowns. Really great location - an easy 5 minute walk to an amazing beach. Phil (the owner) was extremely accommodating - he let us check in early and check out late without extra charge AND on short notice! He also sent us recommendations of what to do in the local area. The Beach Residence was excellent value for money and we had an awesome stay.
Davide
couple
September 24, 2025
“Perfect house in an exclusive neighborhood, the view from the balcony and from the pool are beautiful and the beach is a”
Andrew
family_with_children
September 20, 2025
“Ideal apartment for a relaxing stay”
Great views across the bay, lovely pool area and spacious apartment. The walk to/from the beach was steep but only took 5 minutes to reach the quiet beach on Tongsam Bay, with plenty of tree shade and a beach restaurant. A car is useful to get around, especially for dinners out. We did some day trips with companies based in Bangrak - we went snorkelling to Ko Tao with The Dive Company and to Ang Thong with 100 Degrees East. Would recommend both - much smaller boats than other companies and worth paying more to get 5x fewer people on the boat!
Iskandar Fareed
solo_traveller
August 27, 2025
The view was really spectacular
angus
family_with_children
August 14, 2025
“The house has a modern architecture, designed to have the best possible view. The owner welcomed us immediately and came”
The house is very modern and clean with a unique and extraordinary view of the bay. The owner is a person of rare kindness and hospitality.
Ben
family_with_children
August 4, 2025
Lovely and modern, very spacious, open, airy, clean and the host Phil was fantastic especially with information for the local area. Wholeheartedly recommend.
Nicky
family_with_children
July 7, 2025
“Excellent apartment with beautiful views, great location and walking distance to a local beach”
Spacious, bright and clean apartment with stunning views. We enjoyed being able to walk to the beach. The property is a short distance from the airport and close to many restaurants and Fisherman’s Wharf. Our host gave us some excellent restaurant recommendations.
Lars
family_with_children
June 30, 2025
“A little slice of heaven”
Our recent stay at The Beach Residence was nothing short of spectacular! From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the breathtaking view that truly steals the show. Whether bathed in sunshine or under a starry night, the scenery is consistently stunning and offers a serene backdrop for relaxation. Having read the glowing reviews prior to our booking, our expectations were high, yet our experience managed to exceed them in every way. The short walk to the beautiful, uncrowded beach was a delightful bonus, providing us with the perfect spot for family fun and tranquility. Philip, our host, was exceptional. His responsiveness to our questions and requests was lightning-fast, ensuring our stay was smooth and enjoyable. We felt truly cared for and appreciated his dedication to making our visit memorable. Without a doubt, we will return to this little slice of paradise. Thank you, Philip, for an unforgettable stay!
Aleksandr
family_with_children
May 7, 2025
“Perfect apartments to stay in Samui.”
Perfect view from the apartment. Host (Phil) was very hospitable and arranged everything we asked. Rooms were clean with nice conditioning, kitchen was well equipped, we prepared food there. Not far to the beach. Nice pool with perfect view.
Barnabás
extended_group
March 3, 2025
Best view on the island. Very kind owner! 100% recomend!
Martin
family_with_children
February 26, 2025
“The Beach Residence. Wow!”
What's there to say about the Beach Residence that has not already been said in previous reviews. Its amazing. I will break it down into three parts: The location - An idyllic hillside location with the most amazing views, it's a leisurely 3 minute stroll down to a beautiful beach which is tranquil and never crowded, there is a nice little beach bar down there that does great food. It is an amazing location to be at, one of the more exclusive areas on the Island, yet you are only a short drive / taxi ride from some of the best bars and restaurants Koh Samui has to offer. The property - Wow!....immaculate, modern, stylish, a fantastic infinity pool overlooking the sea. The place is simply stunning with the best views you will find anywhere. You could not ask for more. The host / owner - Philip was there to welcome us when we arrived, he provided us with all the local information, recommendations for restaurants, bars, tours etc. He could not have been more helpful. There was one time we had an issue that was out of his control, we messaged him and he was there 15 minutes later to sort it out, nothing was too much trouble for him. The guy is a real gem and will go out of his way to ensure you have the best time My only regret is that we did not spend more time there, but we will definitely return
Kelly
couple
February 1, 2025
“5 STAR STAY! Beautiful modern apartment, Stunning location and exceptional host.”
Just WOW. Our villa overlooked the sea, and the beautiful Thongson Bay. Phil, our host, greeted us even though we didn't arrive until late into the evening as our flight had been delayed. Phil was so welcoming and showed us around the property and up to our villa. We even received a very helpful list of places to go and restaurants to visit, from lunch venues, to cheap but very good restaurants, as well as a couple of places to go for a special evening out (more expensive but still very reasonable and top notch food). We hired a car which enabled us to travel around the island and explore the many different villages and areas of Koh Samui. However, if you just wanted to have a restful poolside/beach holiday, you have that on your doorstep too including s few local restaurants which are easy to walk to. Phil organised a taxi for our arrival (highly recommended) with his driver to collect us from the airport. The taxi was there when we arrived (not taken for granted as on arrival in Bali the year before we waited over an hour for someone to turn up so we were very grateful after a long flight!). The driver even dropped us at the local shop on the way to the villa so that we could get some essential water and food for the coming days, which was so thoughtful. Phil is excellent at communicating when needing to throughout the stay, without being intrusive. He even bought us some local bakery pastries a few days into our trip. Its the little human and thoughtful touches that make this place special. A truly magnificently located apartment and a 5 star host. We would thoroughly recommend. **Note for those with mobility issues: The very special location of this villa, being on the side of a hill means that there are quite a few steps if you are staying at one of the villas at the top with the best views. However there is a villa on the lower level with only a few steps which would be more accessible for those that may struggle with steps.
Michelle
couple
January 17, 2025
“Had a fantastic time, accomdation was perfect, great location and a great host. We highly recommend.”
The views were amazing, great location
Lachie
extended_group
January 16, 2025
Unreal views and a great modern and clean place. Our host was super helpful and always quick to respond to any questions or requests. 100% would stay again and recommend
Tim
family_with_children
January 10, 2025
“Picture perfect beach view location and with transport excellent location for a holiday.”
Location was excellent with a beautiful view. Good access to a very good and quiet beach. However you do need to hire transport to get to the nearest town where there are multiple good eating locations. Also to visit the sites and beaches round the island. Philip the manager/host was very responsive with information for sites and eating recommendations and was very helpful to first time visitors to Koi Samui.
Facilities
Activities
Massage, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Allergy-free room, Soundproof rooms, Safety deposit box, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive
Services
Ironing service, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Private check-in/check-out
Apartment with Sea View
Guests will have a special experience as the apartment features a pool with a view. This spacious apartment includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 2 beds.
Suite with Sea View
The pool with a view is a top feature of this suite. This spacious suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.
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