I had always wanted to visit Ko Samui after a work colleague described it to me some years ago and when she told me about The Imperial Boathouse, I thought that was the place I would stay when I went. Therefore, I never even considered another property when I planned our recent visit to this island. Arrival at Samui airport... more

We were recommended this hotel but after seeing a few reviews about it being 'tired' i was a little apprehensive. My expectations were quickly eradicated when this hotel more than exceeded my expectations, i think we spent the first hour just marveling at the hotel, its Thai authenticity, its cleanliness, the fantastice amenities, its location is on a white sandy... more

just had 2 weeks there and it was my best holiday yet.the hotel is set right on the beach two swimming pools 1 in the shape of a boat,the other i spent most of the time there it was like having your own private pool,they were both cleaned out daily.the groundswere olso tidied daily the food was very good and... more

This is our first visit to Samui and we found the hotel very charming. The rooms are comfortable, clean well decorated. It located on a great beach away from the crowds and partiers. The hotel is well kept and the staff is friendly and can communicate in fair English. The only problem we had is that when we were not... more

My wife and I have just returned from our first holiday to South East Asia stopping at the Imperial Boat House Koh Samui. This is an honest review for anybody who is travelling to this part of the world, and I hope you find it helpful. We are both frequent long haul travellers, mainly to the Central, South America and... more

We arranged for a private transfer (£10 each way) with the hotel direct as we booked the hotel and flights seperately. The welcome by the taxi driver was indicative of what was to follow. Friendly efficient service with pleasant little touches such as a garland of orchids, cold flannels and water. The same service continued at check -in where we... more

Visited Boat House twice - unusual for me to go back but when I thought relax I thought of there. Place is charming from lazing by pools or beach to strolling round bay picking your bar or restaurant for the evening or deciding to eat in the hotel overlooking, or toes in the sand, on the beach. Staff also generates... more

We're just back from the Imperial Boat House. My first impression when we arrived was a bit negative. Boat was slightly shabby and not quite what we are used to (we usually have very luxurious hotels in Asia). I thought it reminded me of 'Tenko'. I even sulked a bit!! However, how wrong could I be - I must stop... more

This hotel might have been great 10 years ago, but now it is really shabby. Bad food, old sunbeds, old beach towels, grumpy staff with poor English, missing tiles in the pools, ants everywhere......... more