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Northern Beaches
Choeng Mon
IMPERIAL BOAT HOUSE HOTEL $$$
( 0 7742 5041-52;
www.imperialhotels.com
;
Hat Choeng Mon; r 4000-5500B, boat
ste 6000-6700B; )
This sophisticated retreat has a three-storey hotel and
several free-standing bungalows made from imported-teak rice barges, whose
bows have been transformed into stunning patios. Oxidised copper cannons blast
streams of water into the boat-shaped swimming pool.
Resort
Bo Phut
The beach isn't breathtaking, but Bo Phut has the most dynamic lodging in all of
Samui. A string of vibrant boutique cottages starts deep within the clutter of Fisher-
man's Village and radiates outward along the sand.
L'HACIENDA $$
( 0 7724 5943;
www.samui-hacienda.com
;
r 1400-3500B; )
Polished ter-
racotta and rounded archways give the entrance a Spanish mission motif. Similar
decor permeates the eight adorable rooms, which sport loads of personal touches
such as pebbled bathroom walls and translucent bamboo lamps. There's a charm-
ing surprise waiting for you on the roof, and we're pretty sure you'll love it as much
as we did.
Guest House
ZAZEN $$$
( 0 7742 5085;
www.samuizazen.com
;
r 6010-17,200B; )
What was
once a simple place has now transformed into the boutique-iest boutique resort on
Samui. Every inch of this charming getaway has been thoughtfully and creatively
designed. It's 'Asian minimalism meets modern Rococo' with a scarlet accent wall,
terracotta goddesses, a dash of feng shui, and a generous smattering of good
taste. Guests relax poolside on comfy beach chairs gently shaded by canvas para-
sols. The walk-in prices are scary, so it's best to book in advance.
Resort
LODGE $$
( 0 7742 5337;
www.apartmentsamui.com
; r 1400-2500B; )
The Lodge
feels like a colonial hunting chalet with pale walls and dark wooden beams jutting
Hotel
