Impiana Beach Front Resort Chaweng Noi, Koh Samui

The hotel has a small grounds but its own sunbeds on a pleasant Chaweng Noi beach. Breakfasts are decent. The pool is small but deep. My stay was okay, but not outstanding. On arrival I had to wait three hours to check in because I was first shown a ground-floor room with no sea view that smelled strongly of damp. There was also a pump in the room that made noise continuously, turning on every minute around the clock. Because of these issues I don’t plan to return, although the location itself is quite good.

Pros * 🌊 Beautiful beachfront on Chaweng Noi Beach, one of the quieter and prettier beaches in Samui. * 🏊 Large swimming pool with direct beach access. * 🍳 Good breakfast with sea views. * 😊 Friendly staff are frequently praised. * 💰 Excellent value for a beachfront property. Cons * 🛏️ Rooms are starting to show their age and could use renovation. * 🚕 You’ll often need a taxi to reach Chaweng’s restaurants and nightlife. * 🛣️ Some rooms near the road can be noisy. * 🛗 No elevator, and there are quite a few steps around the property.

Enjoyed our stay, James and Vive at reception were excellent, always helpful and caring. The staff in the restaurant were great and very quick to remove any used plates and cups etc and generally very cheerful. I would however warn about the number of stairs for those with limited mobility. That was the big downfall as my husband has problems with his knees and hip and if we had known we would not have booked this hotel

This hotel can be absolutely amazing, but there are a few things you should know before booking. The biggest highlight of our stay was definitely the view. We stayed in a Sea View room on the 4th floor, and the view from the balcony was simply stunning. Waking up and seeing the ocean every morning never got old. If you’re planning to stay here, I highly recommend paying extra for a Sea View room, ideally on the 4th floor. In my opinion, rooms facing the road could completely change your experience and might even ruin your vacation. The hotel itself is very beautiful. The grounds are full of tropical plants and are extremely well maintained. The beach is gorgeous, exactly what you imagine when you think of a tropical island getaway. The pool is also fantastic, with an incredible view overlooking the sea. Housekeeping was excellent. The room was cleaned very well every day, and it always smelled fresh and pleasant when we came back. Breakfast is not huge or luxurious, but everything we tried was tasty. Most of the options are Thai dishes, which we actually enjoyed. Now for the downsides. The location can be a problem if you’re not prepared. The hotel sits right next to a high-speed road, and despite what it may look like on the map, walking anywhere is basically not an option. Even if you think you’ll be able to walk to nearby places, you probably won’t. Because of that, I would only stay here if you’re renting a scooter or are comfortable taking taxis everywhere. Transportation on Koh Samui is not cheap, and taxi costs can add up quickly. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay, mainly because of the incredible sea view, beautiful beach, great pool, and lovely hotel grounds. Just make sure you book a Sea View room and think about transportation before you arrive. Those two things can make the difference between an amazing vacation and a disappointing one.

The hotel appears much older than what is shown in the photos online, and the condition of the furniture and amenities is quite poor. Even small details—like the room entrance door or the ironing board—clearly show wear and lack of maintenance. The breakfast options are very limited and not particularly tasty, which was disappointing. Additionally, the staff seemed more focused on using their phones than attending to guests, resulting in poor service overall.