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Poppies Samui
Chaweng Beach

P.O. Box 1, T. Bophut,
Koh Samui, Surat Thani
84320 Thailand
 

E-mail: poppies@kohsamui.com

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A tiny magical oasis of tropical enchantment, Poppies Samui lies on a pristine white sandy beach in the Gulf of Siam. Located at the south end of renowned Chaweng Beach, well away from the hustle and bustle of the main resort area, Poppies has earned its reputation, since opening in 1994, as Koh Samui's most exclusive boutique hideaway. In addition to offering the same idyllic style and charm as its famous namesake and sister hotel Poppies Bali. Poppies Samui offers its guests exceptionally high standards of friendly service and attention to detail in a perfect location.
     
Poppies is owned, managed and staffed by a dedicated and established team, many of whom have been employed since its opening. The resort's staff to room ratio is over 3 to 1. As a result Poppies is quite simply a haven of comfort, excellent food, and personal service, particularly for couples (although children are welcome) at affordable prices, where as many as 35% of our guests are returnees.
     
     
1985 to the present day...

The Resort owes its existence to a chance meeting in 1985 between an Englishman and an Irishman. It sounds like the beginning of a joke, but in this case the punch line is the beautiful resort we now know asPoppies Samui.

David, the Irishman, and his Thai wife owned the prime beach-front land, which in 1989 was still a plain, featureless rectangle sloping in part away from the beach. John, the Englishman, who together with his Balinese wife had created Poppies Bali, beginning in 1973, took on the challenge of working out the design concept for a luxurious hideaway on a very limited piece of land, the shortcomings of which were overcome with an elaborate plan to build 10 extra cottages and a garden above the lobby at the rear of the property.A further challenge was to offer a sense of individual privacy in a lush tropical garden ambience. The landscaping was painstakingly planned and executed with this in mind.

The new partners set up a company to build and operate Poppies Samui, and after a lengthy design and construction period the hotel finally opened its doors in 1994.The layout of the cottages and gardens and the design of the rock swimming pool are based to a great extent on those of Poppies Bali, though the actual building style is Thai. Much emphasis was placed on obtaining traditional Thai building materials such as teak and other hardwoods, unglazed roof tiles, hand made ceramics, and local fabrics.

The bathrooms have open-air gardens, as in Bali. The solid wood Restaurant Pavilion, with carved teak gables, was built in Ayuthaya, the old capital of Siam, and re-assembled in Samui.

To help maintain the overall tranquillity of the property a tunnel was constructed under the cottages which connects the loading bay in the forecourt to the kitchen. The tunnel is used as a walkway for staff and to deliver food and drink to kitchen and bar.
     
 
Chaweng Beach

This is the largest beach on Koh Samui. It has a long stretch of pure white sand. The water is clear, warm and mostly calm.

Due to the island’s regulation governing the height of buildings, you will not find towering blocks along the beach front, but you will find a mixture of luxury hotels, restaurants, nightlife and even the odd pub.

Water sports of every description abound - water skiing, jet skiing, sailing, wind surfing and paragliding. Some of the finest scuba and snorkeling dive sites can be found on nearby neighbouring islands (15 minutes to one hour away by high speed boat). Fully accredited PADI dive schools are plentiful and they will collect and deliver you back to Poppies.

Nightlife of every conceivable type, ranging from the sublime to the totally ridiculous, is readily available. It's all there if you want it, but it's also very easy to avoid! The restaurant scene is vibrant with just about every known cuisine available ranging from truly world class to the very simple. Be selective and research carefully - or simply stay at Poppies !

Poppies Staff will be delighted to arrange diving courses, golf, excursions, car hire (we are agents for the leading car rental companies) whilst you are here.

If you prefer not to drive, you can take a Poppies limo for a half day tour of the island driven by one of our senior English speaking members of staff.
     
Just 24 luxuriously appointed individual Thai style cottages hide amid the tropical greenery, each offering privacy from the others, and each combining the best of Thai style with modern western comforts. Screened windows and inner doors, leading onto a private terrace, let in the sea breezes, while both air-conditioning and ceiling fan come as standard.

The unique bathroom, with its own private screened garden open to the sky, features a sunken bathtub and shower set in a cool marble floor.

The path to each cottage leads through lush landscaped gardens passing meandering streams, fish ponds, teak bridges and waterfalls.

Between these gardens and the sea lies a spectacular crystal-clear free form swimming pool with natural rock surrounds, complemented by a sparkling rock pool jacuzzi.
     
 
     
 
     
 
     
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BONUS NIGHT PROMOTIONS

STAY 8 NIGHTS PAY ONLY 7 NIGHTS
STAY 16 NIGHTS PAY ONLY 14 NIGHTS
STAY 24 NIGHTS PAY ONLY 21 NIGHTS

***Valid from 01 Apr'11 - 15 Sep'11 | ABF is included on Free Night***

STAY 9 NIGHTS PAY ONLY 7 NIGHTS
STAY 18 NIGHTS PAY ONLY 14 NIGHTS
STAY 27 NIGHTS PAY ONLY 21 NIGHTS

***Valid from 16 Sep'11 - 22 Dec'11 | ABF is included on Free Night***
     
Rates
     
Rates are quote in THAI BAHT, per room NOT per person
     
Room Type High Season
16 Jul'11 - 15 Sep'11		 Mid Season
16 Sep'11 - 31 Oct'11 		Low Season
01 Nov'11 - 22 Dec'11
01 Nov'12 - 22 Dec'12
 Deluxe Cottage 9,750 7,750 6,750
 Extra Bed 1,250 1,250 1,250
Room Type Peak Season
23 Dec'11 - 04 Jan'12
23 Dec'12 - 04 Jan'13 		High Season
05 Jan'12 - 31 Mar'12
16 Jul'12 - 15 Sep'12 		Mid Season
01 Apr'12 - 15 Jul'12
16 Sep'12 - 31 Oct'12
 Deluxe Cottage 12,750 9,750 7,750
 Extra Bed 1,250 1,250 1,250
Rates Updated : 18 August 2011
   
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  • Rates above are inclusive of Daily Breakfast, Service Charge and Government Tax.
  • Minimum of 05 nights stay is required during PEAK SEASON.
  • Child aged below 12 years old is Free of Charge if sharing room with parents on existing bed, additional charge only for Breakfast @ THB 250 nett per child per meal.
  • Transfer from/to Samui Airport and Poppies Samui @ THB 700 nett per car per way (maximum 04 pax per car per way).
  • Honeymooner Offers :
    * Minimum of 04 nights stay is required.
    * Complimentary a bottle of Sparkling Wine serve in-room.
    * Complimentary Floral Turndown.
    * Complimentary one hour Thai Traditional Massage.
  • Check in at 02.00 pm.
  • Check out at 12.00 noon.
  • Rates above are subject to changed without prior notice.
     
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  • Air Conditioning - each cottage has a quiet split-type air-conditioner with remote control.   There is also a large ceiling fan.
  • Airlines - our Reception Desk staff will help you with reservations and re-confirmations.
  • Airport Transfers - when making a room reservation please let us know your flight arrival details, so we can meet you at the airport.
  • Audio System - each cottage has an individual audio system consisting of DVD and CD players, an MP3 port. We have a DVD movie library.
  • Baby Sitter - baby Sitters can be provided.
  • Beach - Poppies fronts directly onto the island's best beach.
  • Beds - each cottage has either a king size bed or two single beds, as well as a day-bed that can be made up for a third person.
  • Babycots are also provided.
  • Check Out - if your cottage is not required on the day of your departure, you can keep it until you leave at no charge. If your cottage is required and we have another available, we can assign it to you until your departure time. If we are completely full, we ask you to check out at midday and use our air-conditioned lounge with a shower - you can continue to use all Poppies facilities and your bags will be kept in a secure place.
  • Credit Cards - all major credit cards are accepted.
  • Currency Exchange - there are banks and licenced money changers close to Poppies.
  • Dining - Poppies Restaurant is open for breakfast from 07.00 onwards, for lunch 11.30 am. - 05.30 pm. and dinner 05.30 pm. - 10.30 pm. Guests may also dine at the Beach Bar, or in the privacy of their rooms.
  • Doctor - a doctor can be called from the Reception desk. Koh Samui has more than one first class hospital.
  • Drinks - in addition to drinks that are obtainable by calling Room Service, we will be happy to stock your in-room fridge with your choice of canned drinks and bottled water on request.
  • DVD - each cottage has its own DVD player and LCD screen. Movies can be borrowed from our movie library.
  • Electricity 220 volts AC, 50 cycles.
  • Voltage adaptors are available at the Reception Desk. In the event of a power failure our standby generator will be used until power is restored.
  • Facsimile - incoming faxes will be brought to your room, and faxes may be sent from the Front Desk.
  • Fire - please follow the fire instructions in your Guest Folder.
  • Games - we have a selection of board games available for guests' use.
  • Hairdryer - a hairdryer is provided in every cottage.
  
  • Ice - ice is available 24 hours a day.
  • Internet - free WiFi covers all rooms and most public areas, including Poppies Restaurant. Free use of our desktop computers in the internet lounge is available for those without laptops.
  • Iron - an iron and an ironing board are available for Guests' use.
  • Laundry - one day service is normally available.
  • Left Luggage - guests with late departure times or guests travelling up-country may leave bags in our luggage storeroom.
  • Library - we have a collection of books which may be borrowed by Poppies guests.
  • Massage - Poppies Spa offers a comprehensive range of massages, body treatments and beauty services with experienced and expert masseuses.
  • Mosquitoes - ppenable mosquito screens are installed on doors and windows, should you wish to turn off the air-conditioning and have the ceiling fan on instead.
  • Payment of Account - we accept major credit cards, or cash payment in Thai Baht or US Dollars.
  • Postal Service - our Reception staff can assist you.
  • Purchase of Souvenirs - if you wish to purchase any of the items provided in your room, please contact the Front Desk.
  • Refrigerator - in each cottage there is an empty refrigerator which, if required, can be stocked for your convenience.
  • Rental of Cars, Vans, Motorcycles and Bicycles - Poppies can arrange your vehicle rental for you. Please consider our Around-the-island Tour, escorted by one of our senior staff.
  • Room Service - room service is available from 08.00 am. till 10.30 pm. Breakfast may be served to your room from 07.00 am.
  • Security - in-room Safety Deposit Boxes are provided.
  • Shaver Point - a twin-voltage shaver socket is provided in the bathroom.
  • Swimming Pool - an attendant is on duty from 07.00 am. until 05.00 pm. There is a shallow area for small children.
  • Telephone - each cottage has an IDD (International Direct Dialling) telephone.
  • Television - each cottage has an LCD flat screen TV showing cable channels.
  • Tours - Choose from a wide range of land-based and ocean-based tours and activities. Our staff will be delighted to arrange the details. Please consider our Around-the-island Tour, escorted by one of our senior staff.
  • Weddings - unique and highly personalised wedding packages are available.
     
 

Thai and International Food

Poppies restaurant is renowned for fine Thai and International Cuisine in a romantic tropical garden and seaside setting. You can choose to dine under the stars, by the sea or in an Ayuthaya-style teak pavilion overlooking the pool.

Poppies Restaurant is now firmly established as one of the leading restaurants on the island, where you can dine under the stars overlooking the beach in an open sided thatched 'sala', or in the magnificent Ayuthaya style solid teak pavilion beside the pool.

Our extensive Thai and International menus utilise fresh tropical ingredients and have an emphasis on locally caught seafood. Poppies also has a full vegetarian menu, desserts, and an innovative selection of wines from around the world.

The restaurant is open for Lunch from 11.30 am. - 05.30 pm. and Dinner from 05.30 pm. - 10.30 pm.
     
 
     
 
     
 
Relax with treatments at Poppies Spa

Open from 11.00 am. until 08.00 pm. daily!

Poppies Spa offers a comprehensive range of massages, body treatments and beauty services with experienced and expert masseuses. You can enjoy treatments in a variety of locations including in your cottage, your terrace or pool-side and beach-side “salas”.

Surrounded by greenery or with stunning sea views, our salas offer privacy and evoke a sense of calm and utter tranquility.

Each time you visit Poppies Spa you will be treated with complete respect for your privacy. Whether you opt for a traditional Thai Massage, a manicure & pedicure or a facial you will leave feeling a ‘new you'!
     
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Hotel Updated : 18 August 2011
     

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