Ammatara Pura Pool Villa

Great spacious room, nice calm location, exceptional staff, very friendly and attentive.

The hotel is worn-out and needs reconstruction badly. The beach front restaurant is not used at all to its full potential, such a shame.

Wonderful, charming, and authentically Thai – a hidden gem!An amazing discovery – absolutely 10 out of 10!The atmosphere is enchanting and truly reflects the Thai spirit.The food is excellent and priced like the locals enjoy it. The staff are incredibly friendly, always smiling and helpful.The location is peaceful, with a beautiful beach and crystal-clear sea – perfect for relaxing.It’s an ideal place for families – we felt completely at home with our kids.It will definitely be a must-visit for all our future trips to Samui!

Anything negative? Honestly, if you find something, let me know – I haven’t seen a single flaw so far!

We loved every aspect of our stay but the marvellous staff were the best part. They could not do enough for us and we were met with huge smiles every single morning. My surprise birthday cake at breakfast on our first morning was proof of how far this hotel goes to make your stay so very memorable, especially when we hadn’t mentioned it when we booked. On returning to our room we were met with a beautifully decorated bed. Our private pool was just perfect. The view from the bed at night will stay with me forever. The rooms are huge and maybe showing their age in some areas but this did not detract from our comfort in any way. Everything was spotlessly clean. The washing machine was a massive plus and one of the reasons why we chose to stay here. We would not hesitate to return.

The only downside was that the hotel is at the very bottom of the Main Street where all the restaurants, bars and shops are. Probably a leisurely, steady 30 minute stroll to the night market. Another good five minutes on top to the Lotus supermarket. A good excuse to stop off at a bar in order to rehydrate. Anyone who is less mobile may find the short but steep access road to the hotel a bit of a challenge, especially when the temperature was still around 33 degrees in the early evening.

Overall a quality experience in a generally well run operation Excellent staff! Perfect positioning. Tranquil and inviting. Real Thai hospitality Great value, but the last year of such

This year was great value for money and so we tried to book for a similar time next year to find rates have increased by more than 100% which is ludicrous. This stay was great value for money, 100% increase would reverse that fact

We stayed in a sea view pool villa and the property had the wow factor and was massive. The pool and deck area were large and it was spotlessly cleaned every day. The staff were very accommodating and we had breakfast delivered to the room twice to accommodate trips and there is a small charge of 200Tb but they delivered before the restaurant opened so this was very convenient. An English chap (sorry forgot his name) checked us in and was so welcoming and friendly it really felt like a home from home. Definitely recommend

Could have done with a couple of sun loungers on the upper deck but that is being picky. The AC was either cold or off and most of the power outlets were taped over. Very small details but need sorting to make it perfect.

The service is really nice always trying to be helpful. We had a Thai dressing activity where we had so much fun with the staff of the hotel who was very passionate to dress us up and taking wonderful pictures. The villa was really spacious with everything in it kitchen, washing machine, dressing, pool..and inside the resort it feels like you are in a Temple beautiful and restful. It is in Lamai which you easily find activities, restorants, bars,...

The quiet location at the end of Lamai Beach. The property has 18 rooms and we were lucky to have a sea view room. The pool and sun terrace area is totally private as these rooms are set up higher than the garden rooms.

Very spacious with a lovely private pool

Some parts of the hotel were tired mainly around the beach front dining area and the sun lounges.

Breakfast team is efficient, smiling and lovely ! Thanxxx Boa, Keaw and Dream + Special thanks to Tiew, the best "quick fixer" of everything you can ask !

Hardworking staff

Avoid! Avoid! Avoid!This hotel is shockingly rundown and nowhere near a five-star standard. If you want to ruin your holiday, don’t hesitate to choose this hotel!I suspect the positive reviews online are paid for by the hotel because the actual experience was utterly terrible.We stayed for three nights, and here’s what we encountered:First night: The toilet seat in our room was crooked, and the glass door couldn’t close properly due to wear and tear. With the wind blowing, the door kept banging against the frame all night, creating endless knocking noises. Ps I cannot upload the video but I will upload it google map if you wish to check it out go thereThe air conditioning couldn’t be turned on because, when it was, the noise was as loud as a train roaring above our heads—unimaginably loud. Needless to say, we didn’t sleep a wink that night.Second night: The hotel moved us to another room. While the air conditioning noise in this room was slightly more tolerable, the bed had a huge bump in the middle. Can you imagine a supposedly five-star hotel using a mattress that isn’t even flat? I suspect they haven’t replaced the mattress since the hotel opened.But the worst part? The bathtub. When we turned on the massage function, an overwhelming stench filled the room—a mix of human body oil and dirt that seemed to have been fermenting in the drain. The foul smell hit us like a punch and lingered, permeating the entire room. It was absolutely nauseating. Another sleepless night.Third night: After two sleepless nights and three sleeping pills, I finally managed to get some rest despite the horrible conditions.Summary: This hotel’s facilities fall far short of five-star standards—at best, it’s a three-star. Everything is outdated, with no sign of upgrades. The management prioritizes maximizing profits over guest comfort and satisfaction.If you want a genuine five-star experience, choose another hotel.

Overall a great stay. The villas were spacious and comfortable and the staff, especially in the restaurant, were amazing. The location, right on the beach, with good access to restaurants and bars within a short walk was perfect. The villas were very large, had a sense of privacy and were well maintained.

As a family of 5, 3 of us stayed in a 2 bed villa, whilst 2 of my kids had a 1 bed villa. The kids staying in the 1 bed did not like the semi open shower and preferred to use the shower in the 2 bed villa at night to avoid the bugs.

Lovely stay here, beautiful room and location.Comfy large bed

Sadly the pool wasn't open during my stay

Amazing place Amazing beachSuper friendly and helpful staffVery clean Great breakfast

Would recommend to add some lights at the private pool area since it was a bit too dark to sit around the pool at night.

Great location next to the beach, short walk into town at night.

Fabulous room with private pool

The room was a dream .....it was like huge like presidential suite or something . Location perfect next to town. Beach amazing . private pool also very big in size . Worth every penny i spend there. Staff also very welcome with traditional thai hospitality

nothing, it was perfect , i would like to stay again

Local property. Feels like a temple environment. Rooms spacious and luxurious. Nice staff.

Pools are cold. No wifi our entire stay. Some problem outside but not fixed as communicated and no further update or compensation of a free drink even. Good not good for lunch.

The staff were so accommodating and helpful. They ensured we were looked after during our stay and made us feel welcome. The rooms were cleaned regularly and water replaced in the fridge and by sink everyday. The breakfast is really delicious and staff during breakfast were really good! We actually looked forward to going to breakfast everyday and didn’t miss a day :) the villas are on the beach which was really clean and quiet. Definitely would recommend staying here, you have a night scene and it’s a lot more quiet :)

The staff were amazing, friendly, helpful and nothing was an issue. It was quiet, and a great location. The rooms were outstanding and so much space. Was helpful having the washing machine also.

Beautiful comfortable rooms with all the home comforts. The staff were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. Best Pinacoladas we've had and the breakfast was great. Would definitely recommend for a stay in Lamai.

That we couldn't stay longer!!!

The location and the overall feel and features of the property were amazing. We loved the typical Thai style of the buildings and it created a real feeling of being in Thailand. We stayed in a pool villa room - room 305 - which was fantastic! The room itself was huge, ultra silent for amazing nights sleep and amazing view over your own private pool to the sea! We lay and watched a fabulous lightning / thunder storm one evening from our bed! Room 305 has the best clear view I think as not obscured by tree foliage.The outdoor shower may not be everyone’s cup of tea but we loved it as it kept moisture out of the room and therefore no smell of damp which we have experienced at other 5* hotels in Thailand. This being a small intimate hotel also adds value as the staff are impeccable. They really get to know you on a personal basis. A shout out for Boa, Gail and Lim who really made our stay first class. A thank you must be extended to Steven the manager who also took the time to introduce the room and property to us on our stay. We had a wonderful relaxing time at this hotel. The team went over and above to arrange a table on the beach for us for our 28 year anniversary - much much thanks you you all for this :-)

Just a few niggles which could easily be improved. 1. The sun beds although authentic really need replaced as they are shabby and in some places dangerous with nails and broken pieces 2. The breakfast is pre ordered every night which is a nice offering but we felt perhaps could be improved and simplified by offering a small buffet area with fruits, juices and pastries and only offering pre orders for cooked items. This would also free up staff time and arguably make the guest experience smoother. BUT all in all these are suggestions rather than complaints or not liking the offerings.