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<figure id="attachment_142283" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-142283" style="width: 1200px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-142283 size-full" src="https://staging.destinasian.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Ritz-Carlton-Koh-Samui.jpg" alt="Ultimate Pool Villa at The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui is facing directly to the sea." width="1200" height="800" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-142283" class="wp-caption-text">Panoramic views from the terrace of an Ultimate Pool villa at The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui.</figcaption></figure>
From the palm-fringed shores of <a href="https://destinasian.com/category/thailand/phuket" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Phuket</a> to the misty mountains of Chiang Mai, <a href="https://destinasian.com/category/thailand" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Thailand’s</a> top resorts redefine the art of escape. Each of the Thai resorts on this year’s DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards list embody a unique blend of luxury, cultural charm, and natural splendor.
At the pinnacle of the rankings, <a href="https://destinasian.com/readers-choice-awards/2025-winners/best-thailand-resorts/the-ritz-carlton-koh-samui" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samu</a>i enchants with its panoramic ocean views, holistic spa therapies, and curated island experiences that reflect the spirit of Samui. Completing <a href="https://destinasian.com/readers-choice-awards/2025-winners/best-thailand-resorts">the list</a> are exceptional resorts that continue to elevate Thailand’s status as a premier luxury getaway.
Explore the full list of winners and plan your next getaway to Thailand’s most breathtaking resorts with this year’s <a href="https://destinasian.com/readers-choice-awards/2025-winners" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DestinAsian Readers’ Choice Awards</a>.

Ultimate Pool Villa at The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui is facing directly to the sea.

It’s Official: The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui is Thailand’s Best Resort

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