Samed Villa Resort, Ko Samet, Thailand

Samed Villa Resort is conveniently located between the livelier Sai Kaew Beach and the quieter bays to the south. The resort’s accommodation consists of a number of semi-detached concrete huts built on a hill leading down to the beach, and, ensconced among the trees, you can enjoy a peace-promoting soundtrack of twittering birds and breaking waves from your hillside retreat. The room décor shows meticulous attention to detail in presenting its rustic theme, from the beam ceiling to the eco-friendly amenity boxes. The onsite restaurant offers both indoor and outside dining on a terrace right by the beach, or there are some adjacent eating options. Kayaks and snorkelling gear can be hired at the resort, and massages and scrubs are available either in the resort’s own Thai-style house or on the beach in the shade of the trees.