Why We Recommend Lotus Horizon

Set high on a Bophut hillside with sweeping views across the Gulf of Thailand, Lotus Horizon is a striking contemporary villa that makes the most of its elevated position. The four-bedroom property is built across multiple levels connected by open walkways and terraces, with a show-stopping double-height living room that opens directly onto the infinity pool. At $350 per night in low season for four bedrooms, that works out to just $88 per room — exceptional value for a fully staffed hilltop villa with daily maid service, airport transfers, and a bespoke Western kitchen designed for self-catering or private chef evenings.

What sets Lotus Horizon apart from other Koh Samui villas is its bold architectural design. Natural stone pillars anchor the structure while floor-to-ceiling glass walls blur the line between indoor and outdoor living. The upper-level gallery mezzanine overlooks both the living room and pool below, creating dramatic sightlines throughout. A dedicated pool table room with ocean views adds genuine entertainment value, and the freestanding bathtub with panoramic sea views in the master bathroom is the kind of detail that turns a holiday into something memorable.

Our Favourite Features

Infinity pool perched on the hillside with uninterrupted views across the Gulf of Thailand and neighbouring islands
Double-height living room with full-width glass doors that fold open to merge indoor and outdoor spaces completely
Freestanding bathtub in the master bathroom positioned for panoramic ocean views — genuinely one of the best bathroom settings on the island
Entertainment room with pool table and ocean views, making rainy-season afternoons entirely painless
Grand entrance foyer with a full-height pivoting door that frames the ocean view from the moment you step inside

Good To Know

Located in the Bophut hills, approximately 4km from Fisherman’s Village and Bophut Beach — a car or scooter is essential for getting around
Airport transfers are included in the rate, and Samui Airport is only about 8km away so you can be poolside within 20 minutes of landing
Daily maid service and pool maintenance included — no private chef by default, but the fully equipped Western kitchen makes self-catering easy, or a chef can be arranged
The multi-level layout with stairs between floors is best suited for adults or families with older children
17% tax and service applies on top of published rates (7% government tax + 10% service charge), which is standard for Koh Samui villas