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There’s an elaborate spa, Kitavaree Spa & Wellness, as well as an Olympic-sized pool; all this mere yards from the beach. And the Kitalay features a generous handful of restaurants and bars, including an upscale Thai restaurant, a seafood grill, and a lively lounge and bar set right by the side of the hotel’s oceanfront swimming pool.
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An island village by the sea
Overlooking the shimmering waters of Choeng Mon Beach, Kimpton Kitalay Samui captures the essence of tropical island life through 138 thoughtfully designed rooms, suites, and villas. Conceived as a contemporary village by the sea, the resort celebrates community, creativity, and connection—where every detail reflects the rhythm of island living.
Life inspired by the sea
Guests are invited to unwind and explore through five distinctive restaurants and bars, a spa that reimagines Thai wellness with a modern sensibility, and an Olympic-sized, palm-framed swimming pool. Discover Samui’s coastal charm on a fat-tire bicycle, or listen to tales of the island at Lanai Coves. The name itself tells a story: Kita means “song” in Thai, and Lay evokes not only the sea but a deep sense of belonging—together, Kitalay means “the song of the sea by the Lay people,” a tribute to the island’s enduring spirit.
A tropical retreat of flow and light
After a day spent basking under the sun or wandering Samui’s shores, return to a sanctuary of light and texture where indoor and outdoor spaces flow seamlessly. Each room, suite, and villa reflects a refined balance of comfort and coastal character, inviting guests deeper into the tropical daydream.
A culinary journey through taste and craft
Culinary experiences at Kimpton Kitalay Samui are as diverse as the island itself. From Boho, where modern and traditional Thai flavors meet amid local art and craft, to LANAI, a refined bar for connoisseurs of cocktails and fine spirits, every venue offers its own sense of place—vibrant, inviting, and unmistakably Samui.