Koh Samui Resorts: Relax and Rejuvenate in Luxury Spas

The most beautiful of Thai islands, Samui has earned international acclaim as an eco-tourism hub with its array of picture-perfect white sand beaches, exotic offshore islands and exciting land and water sports. Samui’s tranquil tropical setting makes it ideal for relaxing massages and soothing spa therapies. Combining ancient Asian wisdom with contemporary Western concepts of wellness and beauty, Samui’s spas offer pampering procedures like aromatherapy, body wraps, mud wraps, yoga and meditation, besides typical spa therapies such as massage, facials, manicure, pedicure and waxing.

A majority of Samui’s spas comes with Asian or Thai décor, featuring natural materials such as wood, bamboo, stone and fabrics. Earthy shades dominate the color scheme and interiors are afforded natural feel with miniature waterfalls, potted plants and fresh flowers. Moderate air-conditioning and special fans are used to tone down Samui’s stifling temperature and maintain it in a pleasant range. Most luxury spas are attached to upscale Koh Samui resorts, thus solving the dilemma of where to stay for the period. Samui spas are well-appointed featuring steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, beauty salon, fitness center and private treatment rooms for singles and couples. Listed here are the most prominent ones among Koh Samui resort spas.

Absolute Sanctuary, Samui’s premier detox & yoga resort is a fully dedicated spa retreat offering wellness treatments, detox programs, rejuvenating packages, juice fasting therapies and yoga plans besides its most popular anti-stress and burnout program. With delightful Moroccan-style décor and serene ambience, this boutique Koh Samui resort presents the perfect recipe to regain balance in body and mind. At its Love Kitchen, even the broth for rigorous detox programs turns into a culinary delight. Prepared with loving care, the food provided at Absolute Sanctuary is healthy and nourishing at the same time delectable. Featuring vibrant colors, unique décor and modern amenities, guestrooms and suites at the resort offer stunning views of the Gulf of Thailand.

Six Senses Spa is part of the luxury Koh Samui resorts, Six Senses Samui that nestles on a green-clad headland in the peaceful beach of Bophut. Offering an extensive menu of traditional and holistic treatments using natural products, Six Senses Spa has indoor treatment rooms and outdoor salas overlooking azure waters of the Gulf of Thailand. The spa focuses on de-stress programs to bring out inner beauty and to feel energized and revitalized. Staffed by highly-skilled therapists, Six Senses Spa extends the services of a wellness consultant in addition to special monthly promotion plans.

Is Spa by the Library Koh Samui hotels invites guests to ‘Discover Heaven's Secret' in its sprawling, plush interiors. The upscale resort is built with the goal of providing the best ambience for guests to indulge in their favorite activity; reading a book, watching a movie or listening to music. Boasting an extensive library of books and CD/DVDs, Is Spa is continuation of the resort’s theme of helping guests enjoy a relaxing vacation. The spa offers a wide range of massages including Hot Stone Massage, Thai Massage, Swedish Massage, Aromatherapy Massage and Foot Reflexology. Diverse methods of body wraps and body scrubs and entire gamut of facial treatments help bring back the glow. Signature treatments to reduce the effect of sunburn and to dispel fatigue and lethargy are popular among guests.

One of the most luxurious Koh Samui resorts, Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort & Spa presents the ultimate way to unwind and rejuvenate at its Anantara Spa. Bringing together Samui’s green tropical setting and calming effect of water gardens, Anantara creates a harmonious environment for its signature spa treatments and Ayurvedic healing procedures. Private glass-walled treatment rooms with exterior bamboo walls provide the ideal ambience to induce relaxation and stimulate reparation process. Extending a range of massages such as Thai massage, Shiatsu, Lomi Lomi, Swedish and Balinese, this Samui spa specializes in exotic therapies like Thai herbal steam, floral foot ritual, mud steam bath, essence white coconut scrub and detoxifying green tea scrub. Featuring outdoor tubs for soaking, couple therapies and full range of Elemis spa and aromatherapy products, Anantara Spa guarantees to pamper you back to health and vitality. In addition to special honeymoon package for newly-weds, this Koh Samui resort spa has attractive packages to suit every spa enthusiast.

Zazen Boutique Resort & Spa presents Samui visitors a unique chance to indulge themselves at its spa, Le Spa Zen. Nestling in a coconut grove on a pristine beachfront, the Koh Samui resort has independent bungalows and villas outfitted with contemporary conveniences and comforts without creating a jarring note with its traditional Thai homely décor. Le Spa Zen reveals the ancient beauty and wellness secrets of Thais with its range of massages, body scrubs, body wraps, facials and hand & foot care procedures. An array of spa rituals awaits visitors by blending various treatments to derive desired result. Single and couple experiences are available, besides the comprehensive week-long Spa Lover’s package.

Situated amid 23 acres of landscaped tropical garden in the white sand beach of Maenam lies Santiburi Resort offering luxury villas and duplex suites decorated in traditional style. Santiburi Spa offers an intimate experience in its private treatment rooms, designed to blend seamlessly with surrounding nature. One of the first spas in Thailand to be certified by its Ministry of Public Health, Santiburi Spa offers specialty massages and therapies besides body wraps, body scrubs and facials. Extra indulgences available here include Aroma floral bath, honey & milk bath, herbal hot compress and Thai herbal steam. In-room service, beach service, honeymoon packages, day packages and special packages are offered in addition to a host of beauty treatments to make you feel like a million dollars.

Lanna-style Serene Hill Resort & Spa presents just 19 luxury villas in a peaceful beachfront location in Lamai beach. Named aptly Spa Samui Serene, one of the most famous koh samui resorts & spa, this in-house spa has the ideal setting to unwind and re energize. Secluded from crowded tourist spots, the resort spa is cocooned in tropical greenery, allowing visitors to experience unspoiled nature at close quarters. The coveted Golden Hand Award was conferred to the spa by Thai government, as recognition of the expertise of its staff. To refresh your body and soul, Spa Samui Serene has devised a selection of packages in addition to standard wellness and beauty treatments.