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The Waterfront


The Waterfront
71/2 Moo1, Bophut, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand

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94% Recommend
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3 of 5 stars
Prophetstown, Illinois
8 Jul 2009 | Trip type: Couples New
1/1 found this review helpful

Like the previous reviewer I wish I could give this hotel a stellar review but that is not possible. I agree, the beach in front of the hotel is not usable. The sand is too coarse for walking on and you can not swim in front of the hotel on the beach. I have to concur, the staff were not... more

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5 of 5 stars
Stockholm
8 Jul 2009 | Trip type: Family New

We stayed here for a week June/July 2009 in the family bungalow. Weather good except for two nights, when it rained so much that it was hard to do the 200m walk to ”downtown” Bophut. We liked: - Sue and Leo (dog) - Hotel restaurant - Location on beach - Our bungalow - Atmosphere - Koh Samui airport - DVD... more

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3 of 5 stars
Cincinnati OH
30 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Solo travel
0/1 found this review helpful

I chose the Waterfront because of what seems like unanimous praise for the property on Tripadvisor. But I was underwhelmed. I really liked the bedroom with its crisp white sheets and decorated liberally with orchids. The British couple that run the place are so friendly and hospitable; I really enjoyed meeting them. For me, there were a few minor downsides,... more

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Robin003, Sue, Co-owner

I am so sorry that, if this guest felt unhappy and hassled, he didn’t make a point of telling us about the telephone problem at the time so we could have done something about it.. We are here most of the time, in fact I was just asked if I were a workaholic! The guest in question is correct. We...

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5 of 5 stars
London
28 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Couples

From the moment you arrive at The Waterfront you are made to feel at home. We were greeted by Robin, the very charming (if slightly eccentric) owner who did his utmost to ensure we had a relaxing, enjoyable and memorable stay. From the perfect views and comfortable deck chairs to all the wonderful restaurants a short walk away in the... more

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5 of 5 stars
Finland
21 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway

We stayed here 9 nights. The hotel was great, room was clean and the whole place was very beautiful and peaceful. The view was amazing. Beach was nice and not crowded but the water level was too low for swimming. There was a better beach to swim just a few minutes walk from the hotel. At the hotel there was... more

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5 of 5 stars
Aberdeen, Scotland
20 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Couples

We just returned from spending 8 nights at the Waterfront, it was fantastic. It was one of the most easy going and relaxed places we've ever stayed at. The view of the islands from the hotel is stunning and the beach is the quietest we've ever been on. If you've been to Samui before you will know that the beaches... more

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5 of 5 stars
York
17 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Couples
1/2 found this review helpful

As someone recently reviewed it has all been said although I agree I will try.We enjoyed our stay very much and were pleased with an excellent breakfast served on the decking with beautiful views of the islands offshore.The lunch was also great,they have a great cook called cooking her Thai is great.They don't have an evening restaurant as there is... more

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5 of 5 stars
Bucks
7 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Couples
2/3 found this review helpful

FAb, fab, fab, fab!! We loved the hotel so much that we extended our stay by 9 days - a total of 27 days in all! We were met by Michael, the son of the owners and a great guy, who gave us a guided tour of Bophut and the Fisherman's Village. After our "Welcome drink" we were shown to... more

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5 of 5 stars
Hampshire, England
5 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Couples
4/5 found this review helpful

We spent a fabulous fortnight at The Waterfront last year and are returning again this year. I never saw a single cockroach in our tastefully decorated bungalow, the staff clean meticulously, the pool is thoroughly cleaned each morning - and there are even aerosol insect sprays provided in each room should you need it for the odd mossie that might... more

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5 of 5 stars
Aberdeen
2 Jun 2009 | Trip type: Friends getaway
1/3 found this review helpful

On reading some of the more recent reviews namely 'chelseacasual' (is that a joke name or what)and the other one star review I can only surmise that the Waterfront is a victim of its own success and these reviews have somehow been posted by the opposition who are jealous of their success. How else can you explain remarks that bare... more

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71/2 Moo1, Bophut, Koh Samui 84320, Thailand