Elements Boutique Resort & Spa Hideaway

Koh Samui is one of Thailand’s most famous and most stunning islands, sitting in the Gulf of Thailand, just off the southeast coast. It’s the picture perfect Thai island, where almost every frame looks as though it’s been meticulously Photoshopped. Think palm fringed white sand beaches, upscale resorts, luxurious spas and classy beach bars.

Look closer and you’ll see there are still plenty of traditional Thai sights to see too – from dazzling Buddhist temples to street food sellers and untouched beaches. 

Set in a secluded nature marine reserve on the quiet and idyllic southwest coast of the island, you’ll find the Elements Boutique Resort & Spa Hideaway.  This is not the place for wild full-moon parties, crowded beaches or famous nightspots – this is the type of place you come to truly get away from it all – where the beaches are empty, the nights are quiet and all the sounds you hear are the wind in the palms and the soft “sshhh” of the waves upon the sand. It’s place for romance and reconnection, as well a space for rejuvenation, health and wellbeing.

Arriving at the resort, the first thing you’ll see is a tropical enclave dotted with coconut palms, perfumed white-flowered frangipani trees and serene fresh water pools all fronted by a picturesque curve of sand and a tranquil lagoon. Deluxe suites, villas, bars and restaurants are hidden by exotic vegetation, giving the whole resort a natural and intimate feel.

Guests will be welcomed with warm Thai hospitality (and of course smiles) and shown to their accommodation. Your room comes with classic Thai touches in the soft pastel colourings, dark wood furniture, traditional artwork and bamboo flooring. This calming Oriental décor, along with your own private balcony or terrace will get you feeling Zen in no time.

This is the type of getaway that focuses on both body and soul. Begin each morning with an early morning yoga and meditation session on the beach to set you in the right frame of mind for a day of relaxation on the beach, swimming in the fresh water pools, working out the fully equipped gym and sampling traditional Thai cuisine the local Bamboo Beach Bar & Café, situated right next door. 

For those that want to explore the local area beyond the land, there are kayaks available to discover the scenic coves and inlets and diving excursions for those who want to investigate Koh Samui’s delicate coral reefs and colourful marine life. The resort can also organise private island tours and boat excursions for those who want to see a little more of this sparkling emerald and sapphire isle.

There is of course the resort’s Serenity Spa to keep you feeling Zen-like all day long, with traditional Thai massages, South East Asian treatments and therapies. Each treatment room even comes with its own steam bath and open-air hot tub for extra indulgence.

When it comes to cuisine, the Thai’s have some of the best in the world – spicy curries flavoured with coconut milk, coriander and basil, fried noodles with chilli and peanuts, hot and sour soups and plenty of fresh seafood. Enjoy the chance to sample all this and more at the resort’s exotically romantic gourmet Fai Restaurant. Dine on both international and local specialities under the starlight, whilst listening to the soundtrack of the waves in the distance. Local fishermen bring their daily catches directly to the restaurant, ensuring the freshest ingredients. A full vegetarian menu is also offered for those truly embracing the healthy lifestyle.