Le Méridien Koh Samui Resort & Spa, Thailand [Master Thread]
Sep 28, 2011, 7:14 am
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Le Méridien Koh Samui Resort & Spa, Thailand [Master Thread]
With the Le Meridien Koh Samui opening in just a few days, I'm looking forward to hearing about everyone's experience with the property. I've booked five nights there as part of my honeymoon in 6/2012 and I want to make sure it was a good choice or find something else. Thanks!
Sep 28, 2011, 11:34 am
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Congratulations! Another source to check for reviews as folks start staying there is Tripadvisor.com
If by some chance the reviews make you decide not to stay there, there is no shortage of other great hotels in Thailand. Within Starwood, for instance, Le Meridien Khao Lak is great (though perhaps less intimate than LMKS) and the soon-to-be-opened Naka Island property looks very nice.
If by some chance the reviews make you decide not to stay there, there is no shortage of other great hotels in Thailand. Within Starwood, for instance, Le Meridien Khao Lak is great (though perhaps less intimate than LMKS) and the soon-to-be-opened Naka Island property looks very nice.
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Oct 1, 2011, 9:10 pm
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I just booked a 4 night stay in late November if we end up staying there I'll write up a nice review with some pictures for you and everyone else 
Oct 3, 2011, 1:13 am
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I enjoyed inspecting LMKS a month ago, but even though it doesn't have many rooms, it didn't feel intimate, at all. Maybe my opinion will change after a stay. I've booked a villa for the first week of Jan. and will report.
Looking forward to opinions before that, especially on how well they Starwoodize the employees of an independent hotel.
Looking forward to opinions before that, especially on how well they Starwoodize the employees of an independent hotel.
Oct 20, 2011, 10:33 am
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Does anyone know how many rooms it has? Start thinking to go there instead of The Andaman as it less travel time from Bangkok. Any idea about Plat treatment?
Oct 20, 2011, 2:47 pm
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Officially, all units are considered as suites and none are eligible for Platinum upgrades.
Very little information available since it was only rebranded on September 30th. I may be the first FTer to stay there next week.
I hope the staffs are familiar with SPG program.
Oct 21, 2011, 4:21 am
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It only has 77 units. Rather small.
Officially, all units are considered as suites and none are eligible for Platinum upgrades. Very little information available since it was only rebranded on September 30th. I may be the first FTer to stay there next week. I hope the staffs are familiar with SPG program.
Officially, all units are considered as suites and none are eligible for Platinum upgrades.
Very little information available since it was only rebranded on September 30th. I may be the first FTer to stay there next week. I hope the staffs are familiar with SPG program.They say it's all suite, but the Terrace, Verandah and Plunge Pool 'suites' don't really feel like suites. The pool access, pool villa and oceanfront pool villa are great. I think you can expect an upgrade to, at least, a Plunge Pool, but these rooms may feel constrained to some, due to the small pool between the bedroom and bathroom.
Great time to stay, though - Starpicks rate for sale until today for 2999+++
Oct 21, 2011, 3:26 pm
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Will report back next week.
Oct 22, 2011, 6:06 am
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"We are in the process of finalizing the cash and cash + point upgrade options for room categories.
Currently, SPG Platinum Guests, based on availability will receive upgrade to Terrace Suite, Pool Access Suite or Plunge Pool Suite.
They will also receive one of our signature VIP welcome amenities on their arrival day and complimentary WiFi in the privacy of their guest room."
Oct 23, 2011, 4:05 pm
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Here's an excerpt from the email regarding plat benefits. Looks like if they're not busy, you could do even better:
"We are in the process of finalizing the cash and cash + point upgrade options for room categories.
Currently, SPG Platinum Guests, based on availability will receive upgrade to Terrace Suite, Pool Access Suite or Plunge Pool Suite.
They will also receive one of our signature VIP welcome amenities on their arrival day and complimentary WiFi in the privacy of their guest room."
"We are in the process of finalizing the cash and cash + point upgrade options for room categories.
Currently, SPG Platinum Guests, based on availability will receive upgrade to Terrace Suite, Pool Access Suite or Plunge Pool Suite.
They will also receive one of our signature VIP welcome amenities on their arrival day and complimentary WiFi in the privacy of their guest room."
Oct 24, 2011, 1:06 am
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Nov 13, 2011, 4:03 am
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This is a great addition to Le Meridien brand.^
Platinums are be upgraded to Pool Access Suite, if available. No upgrades to villas but you can pay a supplement to upgrade at check in. They have a matrix with category assigned and villa supplements. The good news is that you can get a substantial discount from villa rates; the bad news is that no free upgrades to villas.
Pool Access Suites are very nice with direct pool access from the veranda. However, it has absolutely no privacy as many Pool Access Suites are clustered around a large pool. Some may prefer Plunge Pool Suites with its own little private pool. Plats also receive breakfasts and free evening drinks.^
Overall, a great Le Meridien resort. Service is up to usual Le Meridien standard, but it won't be confused with nearby W Retreat.
^Platinums are be upgraded to Pool Access Suite, if available. No upgrades to villas but you can pay a supplement to upgrade at check in. They have a matrix with category assigned and villa supplements. The good news is that you can get a substantial discount from villa rates; the bad news is that no free upgrades to villas.
Pool Access Suites are very nice with direct pool access from the veranda. However, it has absolutely no privacy as many Pool Access Suites are clustered around a large pool. Some may prefer Plunge Pool Suites with its own little private pool. Plats also receive breakfasts and free evening drinks.^
Overall, a great Le Meridien resort.
Service is up to usual Le Meridien standard, but it won't be confused with nearby W Retreat.