Axel’s take
Warm service and tropical character outweigh dated rooms, but beach swimming disappoints.
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Axel’s rating: 8.3/10 · a traditional five-star beachfront resort near Lamai
Renaissance is a traditional five-star beachfront resort near Lamai, strongest on personal service rather than cutting-edge luxury. We'd pick it for a relaxed, garden-filled escape: Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise attentive staff and clean, spacious accommodation. Two pools, including a 50-metre lap pool, and Quan Spa give it substance beyond the setting. Private-pool villas suit couples wanting more seclusion.
The compromises matter at this level. Recent guests on both sites describe some interiors as dated, and the shallow, rocky beachfront is unreliable for swimming, especially at low tide. April–May 2026 reviews also report construction behind the deluxe-room block; its completion isn't confirmed, so check before booking. We'd skip it for sleek contemporary luxury, dependable sea swimming or nightlife on the doorstep.
- Rooms
- Spacious rooms and private-pool villas with traditional styling; some recent guests want a refresh.
- Cleanliness
- A consistent strength across sources, with particularly strong housekeeping feedback.
- Service
- Warm, attentive staff are the clearest recurring reason guests recommend returning.
- Amenities
- Beachfront pool, 50-metre lap pool, Quan Spa, gym and several dining options.
- Fees and surprises
- Parking and local shuttle are complimentary; airport transfers cost extra; confirm breakfast inclusion and construction status.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 24, 2026.
The location
208/1 Moo 4, Tambol Maret, Lamai Beach, Koh Samui
Quiet Laem Nan beachfront near Lamai; expect transport for busier dining and nightlife areas.
Amenities and check-in
Beachfront pool, 50-metre lap pool, Quan Spa, gym and several dining options.
Check-in
after 3:00 PM
Check-out
before 12:00 PM
- Outdoor pool
- Children swimming pool
- Babysitting and childcare
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar
Additional hotel policies
- Hotel policies: Breakfast: ฿930; Airport shuttle (one way): ฿1,000; Extra bed: ฿2,374 per guest per night; Deposit: ฿2,000 per room per night
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Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa: from $71 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)
From $71 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.
Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa is a traditional five-star beachfront resort near Lamai in Ko Samui, Thailand.
Address: 208/1 Moo 4, Tambol Maret, Lamai Beach, Koh Samui. Property ID: 1038456. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/ko-samui/renaissance-koh-samui-resort-spa-1038456
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
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| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $142 | $144 on Expedia | $2 less (1%) | Nov 3 | Select · Share this stay · Check guest price |
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1 night
Total price: $71 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.
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2 nights
Total price: $142 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-23 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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3 nights
Total price: $213 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-24 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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4 nights
Total price: $284 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-25 · 4 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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5 nights
Total price: $355 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-26 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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6 nights
Total price: $427 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-27 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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7 nights
Total price: $498 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-28 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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8 nights
Total price: $564 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-29 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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9 nights
Total price: $630 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-11-30 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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10 nights
Total price: $701 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-01 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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11 nights
Total price: $784 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-02 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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12 nights
Total price: $869 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-03 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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13 nights
Total price: $940 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-04 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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14 nights
Total price: $1,011 USD
2026-11-21 to 2026-12-05 · 14 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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Axel's take: 8.3/10
Warm service and tropical character outweigh dated rooms, but beach swimming disappoints. a traditional five-star beachfront resort near Lamai, scored for what it is.
Renaissance is a traditional five-star beachfront resort near Lamai, strongest on personal service rather than cutting-edge luxury. We'd pick it for a relaxed, garden-filled escape: Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise attentive staff and clean, spacious accommodation. Two pools, including a 50-metre lap pool, and Quan Spa give it substance beyond the setting. Private-pool villas suit couples wanting more seclusion.
The compromises matter at this level. Recent guests on both sites describe some interiors as dated, and the shallow, rocky beachfront is unreliable for swimming, especially at low tide. April–May 2026 reviews also report construction behind the deluxe-room block; its completion isn't confirmed, so check before booking. We'd skip it for sleek contemporary luxury, dependable sea swimming or nightlife on the doorstep.
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Best for: couples seeking a quiet resort; private-pool villa stays; travelers who prioritize warm service
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Watch out for: shallow, rocky sea at low tide; some dated room interiors; construction reported behind deluxe rooms; verify status
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Location: Quiet Laem Nan beachfront near Lamai; expect transport for busier dining and nightlife areas.
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Rooms: Spacious rooms and private-pool villas with traditional styling; some recent guests want a refresh.
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Cleanliness: A consistent strength across sources, with particularly strong housekeeping feedback.
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Service: Warm, attentive staff are the clearest recurring reason guests recommend returning.
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Amenities: Beachfront pool, 50-metre lap pool, Quan Spa, gym and several dining options.
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Fees and surprises: Parking and local shuttle are complimentary; airport transfers cost extra; confirm breakfast inclusion and construction status.
Axel's opinion of Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 24, 2026.
About Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa
- Property type: Resort
- 5-star hotel
- Renaissance
- 208/1 Moo 4, Tambol Maret, Lamai Beach, Koh Samui
- Hotel policies: Breakfast: ฿930; Airport shuttle (one way): ฿1,000; Extra bed: ฿2,374 per guest per night; Deposit: ฿2,000 per room per night
- Amenities: Outdoor pool, Children swimming pool, Babysitting and childcare, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Cafe, Restaurant (buffet style), Fitness facilities, Sauna, Spa (extra charge), Area shuttle (extra charge), Airport transportation, Parking, Parking nearby, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Wheelchair Accessible, Wheelchair access to restaurant, Free Wi-Fi, Business center
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 12:00
- City page: Hotels in Ko Samui
- Chain: Marriott. Axel's Marriott rating: 6.0/10
Room types
Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.
Source: ETG room descriptions.
Double Ground Floor room with garden view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge
- Double Ground Floor room with garden view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double Ground Floor room with garden view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double Ground Floor room with garden view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Double room with balcony and with garden view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge
- Double room with balcony and with garden view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double room with balcony and with garden view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double room with balcony and with garden view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Double room with balcony and with sea view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge
- Double room with balcony and with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Double room with balcony and with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Double room with balcony and with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 3
Twin Ground Floor room with garden view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Room features: Fridge
- Twin Ground Floor room with garden view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Twin Ground Floor room with garden view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Twin Ground Floor room with garden view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Twin room with balcony and with garden view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge
- Twin room with balcony and with garden view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Twin room with balcony and with garden view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Twin room with balcony and with garden view (twin beds) — room photo 3
Twin room with balcony and with sea view (twin beds)
- Beds: twin beds
- Room features: Balcony; Fridge
- Twin room with balcony and with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 1
- Twin room with balcony and with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 2
- Twin room with balcony and with sea view (twin beds) — room photo 3
1 Bedroom Double Suite with balcony and with sea view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 1
- Room features: Balcony
- 1 Bedroom Double Suite with balcony and with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Suite with balcony and with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- 1 Bedroom Double Suite with balcony and with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 3
2 Bedrooms Family Villa
- Bedrooms: 2
- 2 Bedrooms Family Villa — room photo 1
- 2 Bedrooms Family Villa — room photo 2
- 2 Bedrooms Family Villa — room photo 3
1 Bedroom Double Villa (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Villa (full double bed) — room photo 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Villa (full double bed) — room photo 2
- 1 Bedroom Double Villa (full double bed) — room photo 3
1 Bedroom Double Villa with garden view (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Villa with garden view (full double bed) — room photo 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Villa with garden view (full double bed) — room photo 2
- 1 Bedroom Double Villa with garden view (full double bed) — room photo 3
1 Bedroom Double Villa oceanfront (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Bedrooms: 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Villa oceanfront (full double bed) — room photo 1
- 1 Bedroom Double Villa oceanfront (full double bed) — room photo 2
- 1 Bedroom Double Villa oceanfront (full double bed) — room photo 3
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