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The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui - Thailand [Master Thread]
Apr 18, 2017, 9:16 am
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The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui - Thailand [Master Thread]
Hotel website:
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/koh-samui
Opening February 2018.
"The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui will be developed in the region of Plai Laem in the Northern tip of the island, well-known for its white sand beaches surrounded by the emerald waters of the Gulf of Thailand. The hotel will feature approximately 187 luxurious guest rooms and pool villas with a collection of dining, wellness and recreational experiences and facilities on the pristine sun-kissed beachfront. The Resort will be located at the north-east end of Koh Samui in the stunning Choeng Mon area."
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/koh-samui
Opening February 2018.
"The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui will be developed in the region of Plai Laem in the Northern tip of the island, well-known for its white sand beaches surrounded by the emerald waters of the Gulf of Thailand. The hotel will feature approximately 187 luxurious guest rooms and pool villas with a collection of dining, wellness and recreational experiences and facilities on the pristine sun-kissed beachfront. The Resort will be located at the north-east end of Koh Samui in the stunning Choeng Mon area."
May 3, 2017, 9:07 pm
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Once again with the Ritz Carlton double standards and the not participating in the rewards program bs. This property will not be participating in the rewards program. I'm getting really tired of all these new properties opening but not participating in their own rewards program.
We're in Koh Samui as we speak staying at the Four Seasons which is absolutely amazing and if the RC is not giving me any points or benefits, what's the incentive for me to stay there instead of other properties like the Four Seasons.
We're in Koh Samui as we speak staying at the Four Seasons which is absolutely amazing and if the RC is not giving me any points or benefits, what's the incentive for me to stay there instead of other properties like the Four Seasons.
May 4, 2017, 10:28 am
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Once again with the Ritz Carlton double standards and the not participating in the rewards program bs. This property will not be participating in the rewards program. I'm getting really tired of all these new properties opening but not participating in their own rewards program.
We're in Koh Samui as we speak staying at the Four Seasons which is absolutely amazing and if the RC is not giving me any points or benefits, what's the incentive for me to stay there instead of other properties like the Four Seasons.
We're in Koh Samui as we speak staying at the Four Seasons which is absolutely amazing and if the RC is not giving me any points or benefits, what's the incentive for me to stay there instead of other properties like the Four Seasons.
That said, for better or worse, this is the trend for Ritz moving forward (I´d argue it´s a trend and/or the future...not a double standard).
As a side note, the FS Koh Samui is one of the best Four Seasons in the system...so even if Ritz were to start doling out points, I´d still pick the FS (I´d still pick Six Senses, even).
Who knows though, let´s see what RC comes up with, product wise
May 4, 2017, 5:16 pm
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While I don´t participate in ´chasing status´, nor am I gung ho on rewards programs or points, I do see the issue here. If I were spending X on a hotel stay, and that hotel chain doles out points, I´d want them.
That said, for better or worse, this is the trend for Ritz moving forward (I´d argue it´s a trend and/or the future...not a double standard).
As a side note, the FS Koh Samui is one of the best Four Seasons in the system...so even if Ritz were to start doling out points, I´d still pick the FS (I´d still pick Six Senses, even).
Who knows though, let´s see what RC comes up with, product wise
That said, for better or worse, this is the trend for Ritz moving forward (I´d argue it´s a trend and/or the future...not a double standard).
As a side note, the FS Koh Samui is one of the best Four Seasons in the system...so even if Ritz were to start doling out points, I´d still pick the FS (I´d still pick Six Senses, even).
Who knows though, let´s see what RC comes up with, product wise
And totally agree on the FS Koh Samui. On our last day here after spending the week and I sad to leave - will definitely be coming back
May 20, 2017, 10:45 am
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Once again with the Ritz Carlton double standards and the not participating in the rewards program bs. This property will not be participating in the rewards program. I'm getting really tired of all these new properties opening but not participating in their own rewards program.
We're in Koh Samui as we speak staying at the Four Seasons which is absolutely amazing and if the RC is not giving me any points or benefits, what's the incentive for me to stay there instead of other properties like the Four Seasons.
We're in Koh Samui as we speak staying at the Four Seasons which is absolutely amazing and if the RC is not giving me any points or benefits, what's the incentive for me to stay there instead of other properties like the Four Seasons.
same thing happened with haikou property - its listed as tier 1 now.
when the property does open we can confirm.
Jun 6, 2017, 7:19 am
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Cheers.
Jun 7, 2017, 10:22 am
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Well I might have spoken too soon. When doing a search for something else, a list of RCs worldwide came up and it was on the list that doesn't participate in RC program.
Cheers.
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Jun 9, 2017, 7:38 am
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Jun 9, 2017, 9:06 am
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Hotel website:
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/koh-samui
Opening February 2018.
"The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui will be developed in the region of Plai Laem in the Northern tip of the island, well-known for its white sand beaches surrounded by the emerald waters of the Gulf of Thailand. The hotel will feature approximately 187 luxurious guest rooms and pool villas with a collection of dining, wellness and recreational experiences and facilities on the pristine sun-kissed beachfront. The Resort will be located at the north-east end of Koh Samui in the stunning Choeng Mon area."
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/koh-samui
Opening February 2018.
"The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui will be developed in the region of Plai Laem in the Northern tip of the island, well-known for its white sand beaches surrounded by the emerald waters of the Gulf of Thailand. The hotel will feature approximately 187 luxurious guest rooms and pool villas with a collection of dining, wellness and recreational experiences and facilities on the pristine sun-kissed beachfront. The Resort will be located at the north-east end of Koh Samui in the stunning Choeng Mon area."
Jun 24, 2017, 11:41 am
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This property later looks very promising, another to look forward ro in addition to Rosewood Phuket.
I wonder why it's not branded as a Reserve, since Phulay Bay is such a wonderful resort in Krabi. Maybe room count in Koh Samui is a bit larger?
I wonder why it's not branded as a Reserve, since Phulay Bay is such a wonderful resort in Krabi. Maybe room count in Koh Samui is a bit larger?
Jul 23, 2017, 5:16 pm
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Hotel website says now taking reservations starting October 1, but there doesn't seem to be any availability for any dates in late 2017 or 2018