Outrigger to Rebrand Samui Resort

Outrigger has signed an agreement to manage the Outrigger Koh Samui Resort and Spa in Bohput Beach, Koh Samui, Thailand.

The 81-key villa and suite resort is currently operating as the Destination Beach Resort & Spa, it will rebrand on 1 February 2011.

The Outrigger Koh Samui will offer a range of accommodations including pool villas, spacious pool access suites and rooms.

Guests will be able to enjoy a full array of services and amenities, including a beachside restaurant, a Navasana Wellness Centre, a fitness centre, three swimming pools, including one absolute beachfront pool, two bars and a Kids Club.

"We are excited to add Outrigger Koh Samui Resort and Spa to our growing collection of luxury properties throughout Asia," said Darren Edmonstone, Outrigger’s Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific. "The resort is a perfect fit for us and we look forward to providing the very best in service and amenities to our guests and patrons."

Bophut Beach in the north east corner of Samui island is known for its tranquility, boutique hotels, stylish restaurants and the Big Buddha temple statue overlooking the sea.

Bophut is five minutes away from Samui airport and 20 minutes from the busy tourist area at Chaweng.

Samui has daily direct flight connections with Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi and Utaphao (Pattaya).

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