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HOW TO GET TO SANTHIYA KOH PHANGAN RESORT & SPA?

There are 2 regional airline carriers that will take you to Koh Samui and then go to Koh Phangan at the moment. These are Bangkok Airways and Thai Airways coming from Bangkok or to any regional airports in Thailand that fly directly to Samui Airport. This is the first step for you to get to Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort & Spa because this is the only closest airport to reach Koh Phangan.

Once you arrived in Koh Samui, Santhiya guests’ ambassadors welcome you at the airport. From Samui Airport, we will take you by Santhiya Van in approximately 10-15 minutes to Santhiya Samui Pier. The Santhiya Samui Pier, which nearby the Punnpreeda Hip Resort is where Santhiya private speedboat transfer is waiting to take you for a 30 minutes boat ride to Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort & Spa.

Please highly take note that we have operated by the scheduled time by Santhiya Speedboat, should check your estimated flight arrival which matches the time with daily schedules. Please ask reservation for the most updated list of fees for sea transfers by Santhiya speedboat on daily trips and private transfers (12 pax max.). Speedboat operations may sometimes be disrupted due to adverse weather conditions. An option to arrange trips by public sea transport will be available upon guests’ request such as Seatran/ Lomprayah catamaran details will be provided upon booking. For more details please contact our reservations at +66 (0) 2443 0585 or email at reservation@santhiya.com / kohphangan@santhiya.com

Where is Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort & Spa?

Our resort is situated on the northeastern tip of the picturesque island of Koh Phangan, the neighboring island to Koh Samui and also the nearby province of Surat Thani in the Gulf of Siam Southern part of Thailand is set within 18 acres of lush tropical grounds. Santhiya is a unique hideaway offering standards of service and accommodation unparalleled on the island. A Deluxe 5-star property, Santhiya offers accommodation in 126 sumptuous rooms and villas and all accommodation features elements of indoor and outdoor space, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings and overlooking a picturesque sandy bay.

The resort boasts three restaurants serving Thai and International cuisine, a range of leisure facilities, and a pampering spa. Koh Phangan Thailand is situated on a unique historical island that has kept a reputation for being the most visited island by the powerful King of Thailand including The Great King Rama the V.

Is the resort suitable for families with small children?

It is recommendable for families with kids between 2-11 years old children and we have Grand Villa which will be perfect for a vacationing family of 4-6 people. However, we only have 4 villas for this room type, so the availability may also be limited or will depend on the season you visited.  We also alternatively recommend our other villa types such as Santhiya Hideaway Pool Villa Suite, Santhiya Sea View Pool Villa Suite, and Santhiya Sea View Pool Villa Suite Plus because all of these villas features are separate with the private pool, a bedroom which has a small corridor that leads to a living room which can be a day bed. Upon request, we can also turn this living room into a mini kid’s bedroom because this part of the villa actually is a small Thai house connected to the main bedroom to become a living room. This will definitely provide more privacy for couples and for their kids to enjoy also the part of our full-room service, a babysitter or nanny can also be hired at a minimal fee with flexible schedules for daytime, nighttime, and/or after midnight.

Do you have a money changer at the resort? Or do we need to have our money change to baht before going there?

We do have our own money changer at the resort which is located at the front desk or the cashier which is much greater convenience for foreigners.

What activities do you offer at the resort?

Aside from regular traditional Thai dance performances every week which are our highlights of Thai culture at Santhiya’s Chantara Restaurant while having dinner.

We also offer several outdoor and water activities which include everything such as trail running, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, snorkeling, swimming, and windsurfing. Adventurous souls will enjoy exploring the surrounding beaches and scuba diving with certified PADI instructors.

Also, shopping for pecking at local living and sightseeing for taking a walk into the charming village where you can find small keepsakes and souvenirs to commemorate your visit to Phangan Island.

Elephant Trekking in Koh Phangan can also be an enjoyable experience a leisurely stroll upon the back of a rocking Thai elephant is a rare experience. Discover the fun of meeting these majestic gentlemen in the forests while it takes you exploring the jungles of Koh Phangan.

For those who are not only willing to experience the great outdoors of Koh Phangan but as well as the indoors like the kitchen to learn the Art & Taste of Thai cooking. Be introduced to cooking and a wide variety of interesting Thai dishes that will surely add more spice to your life.

We offer a long list of island exploration by sea and by car transfers which you can arrange on or before your arrival.

Below are the 4 categories for sightseeing tours:

#1 – Santhiya Signature Tours

Santhiya Island Shopping

Santhiya Snorkeling Hops

Santhiya Exciting Escapade

#2 – Santhiya Special Trips

Full Moon Experience

Half Moon Experience

Black Moon Experience

#3 – Santhiya Half-Day Tours

Santhiya Quest Package

Santhiya Plunge Package

#4 – Santhiya Full-Day Tours

Santhiya Festival Package

Santhiya Tropical Island Package

For more information or details, please email info.spn@santhiya.com

What is the nearest airport?

The airport code is USM for Samui International Airport please check regular Thai Airways and Bangkok Airways regional flights for your traveling date & time. For more information and flight details please go to http://www.bangkokair.com or https://www.airpaz.com/th for your traveling convenience when flying to Koh Samui or Koh Pha-ngan!

What is the maximum number of guests per room/villa accommodation?

Below is the reference

RoomsNo. of RoomsSizeNo. of person/room
Superior Room643 - 48 sqm.Max. of 2 adults + 2 children
Supreme Deluxe Room2843 - 48 sqm.
Max. of 2 adults + 2 children
Supreme Deluxe Pool Room Access10
48 sqm.
Max. of 2 adults + 2 children
Pool Suite Garden View1555 sqm.
Max. of 2 adults + 2 children
Pool Suite Sea View555 sqm.Max. of 2 adults + 2 children
Junior Pool Villa2115 sqm.Max. of 2 adults + 2 children
Sea View Pool Villa885 sqm.Max. of 2 adults + 2 children
The Rock Family Room1105 sqm.Max. of 4 adults + 2 children
Hideaway Pool Villa21115 sqm.Max. of 2 adults + 2 children
Sea View Pool Villa 14115 sqm.Max. of 2 adults + 2 children
Grand Villa3150 sqm.Max. of 4 adults + 2 children
Sea View Pool Villa Plus9115 sqm.Max. of 2 adults + 2 children
Royal Grand Pool Villa4197 sqm.Max. of 4 adults + 2 children
TOTAL126

Do you have interconnected rooms/villas?

At the moment we don’t offer interconnected room/villa accommodations. Alternatively, we do have Grand Villa which offers 2 bedrooms this villa features 2 floors and a garden view. And Royal Grand Villa with more generous personal space and a private pool with a panoramic sea view.

How far is the beach area or swimming pool from the rooms/villas?

The farthest would be 100 meters the golf buggies and Santhiya wooden car which you can call anytime over the phone will take you anywhere and anytime you want to go to the beach or pool area.

What is the concept of Santhiya design as a resort & spa?

Santhiya’s core concept is preservation and promotion of luxury eco-tourism, first-class accommodations, pristine locale, surrounding communities, Thai culture, and heritage culminate as one to provide a traditional, historical and architectural inspiration for the resort.

What is the weather condition in Koh Pha-ngan for most parts of the year?

For the weather information, mostly enjoys beautiful weather from January to December. It may sometimes rain during November and December but it does not rain all the time during the rainy season. In fact, on most days you will see some sunshine. Also, it is hot even when cloudy, and you can still be sunburnt if it is overcast.

In addition, we also recommend a suitable dress code for this island. Light, loose cotton clothing is best. Nylon should be avoided because this type of fabric is not breathable which may cause you to feel uncomfortable when wearing it. Sweaters are needed during cool season evenings or if visiting a mountainous area or national park. Jackets and ties are required in a few restaurants and nightclubs. Neat clothes are required for entering temples or sacred places around Koh Phangan.