SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort sits on Chaweng, the island's most popular beach, and offers two wings: the Garden Wing with garden pool villas and family suites, and the Oceanfront Wing with oceanfront pool villas, a Signature Villa and several pool suites. Many rooms have private pools. Dining includes The Tent, a beachfront restaurant serving Thai and international comfort food, Sexy Fish for coastal seafood and a beach bar, with a moon-inspired SALA Spa, a fitness centre and beachside activities. A Kids Club makes it suitable for families as well as couples.
Location and getting around: Chaweng is the lively east-coast beach, with the island's widest choice of restaurants, bars, shops and nightlife along its main road and within easy reach of the resort. That makes SALA a good base if you want to walk to dinner, shop at a night market or have a drink after sunset, and the airport is a short drive away. For Fisherman's Village, Big Buddha and the island's quieter coves you will need a taxi or a rental car.
Rooms: the Garden Wing offers four room types, including the Garden Pool Villa and two-bedroom family suites and villas, and is a quieter choice set back from the beach. The Oceanfront Wing has five types, including the Oceanfront SALA Pool Villa, a Signature Villa and a range of pool suites, and is the one to pick for beach views and direct access. Light sleepers should ask for a room away from the beach bar and the road, since Chaweng is busy in the evenings.
Dining and extras: The Tent serves relaxed beachfront meals, Sexy Fish offers seafood, and the Beach Bar covers drinks and sunsets. Signature Dining Experiences are available for special occasions. SALA Spa offers signature massages, Thai therapies and restorative treatments, and active guests can use the fitness centre or join beach activities. Who it suits: couples, groups of friends, families and honeymooners who want style and private pools on a lively beach. Good to know: Chaweng is the most popular beach and gets crowded in peak season, so book early for December to April.
Why stay here
- ✓Beachfront on Chaweng Beach
- ✓Private pool villas and suites
- ✓Garden Wing and Oceanfront Wing
- ✓The Tent beachfront restaurant
- ✓Sexy Fish coastal seafood restaurant
- ✓SALA Spa
- ✓Kids Club and family suites
- ✓Fitness centre and beach activities
Good questions
Is SALA Samui right on Chaweng Beach?+
Yes, it is on Chaweng Beach, with a Garden Wing and an Oceanfront Wing, and a beachfront restaurant.
Do rooms have private pools?+
Many do. The garden and oceanfront villas and several suites have private pools.
Is it family friendly?+
Yes, it has a Kids Club and two-bedroom family suites and villas.