W HOTELS Worldwide has opened the doors of W Retreat Koh Samui, the first W in Southeast Asia.
An all-villa beachfront resort uniquely located at the peak of the north shore of Thailand's famed Samui Island, W Koh Samui brings an alluring new dimension to Thailand through its location, forward-looking design and vibrant contemporary lifestyle.
The opening of W Koh Samui is also an important milestone as W Hotels continues to grow internationally, on track to more than double its global portfolio by 2012, reaching more than 50 hotels worldwide.
'W Retreat Koh Samui redefines the way we live and play. The day is dedicated to individual moments of relaxation and detox that will inspire you for a night of energy and celebration,' said Eva Ziegler, global brand leader, W Hotels Worldwide and Le Méridien. 'We are delighted to have brought the W brand to Koh Samui, one of the coolest islands in Southeast Asia. W Koh Samui marks an important move in the global expansion of the W brand and, after W Maldives and W Vieques, it is our third Retreat worldwide.'
A modern paradise of vibrant foliage, unspoiled golden sand and warm island breezes, W Koh Samui offers panoramic sunrise and sunset views of the Gulf of Thailand from its exceptional beachfront location. The Retreat features 75 private villas equipped with modern lifestyle innovations, including a private pool, daybeds, an outdoor shower, Yamaha sound system, 46-inch plasma screen TV, refrigerator and the signature W bed.
W Koh Samui's signature services and amenities bring a new level of indulgence to a renowned Thai island. Exclusive experiences include W's signature Whatever/Whenever service philosophy, providing guests and residents with whatever they want whenever they want it, as long as it's legal!
W's signature W Lounge brings an irresistible new highlight to Koh Samui's nightlife scene and right nextdoor is the breathtaking WooBar. Guests of the Retreat can enjoy preferred dining reservations and seating at The Kitchen Table, which serves food from the heart, as well as at W Retreat Koh Samui's signature restaurant, Namu. And the property also has a spa offering the first Thaimazcal treatment in Asia.
Located adjacent to W Retreat Koh Samui will be The Residences at W Retreat Koh Samui, which will feature 17 secluded beachfront villas ranging from three to five bedrooms and from 1,000 to 2,752 sq m. Each residence offers a modern tropical Zen style with exotic touches and each offers full access to the benefits, services and amenities of W Koh Samui.