
We flew on Air Bangkok from Phuket to Koh Samui and took a Grab from the airport to the Sheraton Samui. We booked a basic room knowing that with our Platinum SPG status we would get a nice upgrade and we did! We paid for the stay with the Citi Prestige card which automatically deducts the 4th nights stay cost. All in we were only paying $135/night for this incredible hotel. The ocean view suite was amazing. We had a living room, reading room, small kitchen and huge bedroom and bathroom along with a double deck overlooking the ocean. With the status we also received a free breakfast every morning which was spectacular – more like a Sunday brunch at a 5 star restaurant than a regular breakfast. All the amenities were well thought through – 2 large pools, a great beach and a well stocked fitness room. The prices for food in the hotel were hotel prices so we took advantage of the nearby restaurants and dined like kings for pauper prices. Our favorite restaurant was just outside of the hotel and is called Mamas – great flavorful food at very good prices. We could have stayed for weeks! Continue reading “Koh Samui”