Centara is located at the quieter end of Chaweng Beach which makes it the ideal location to be near everything but far enough away not to notice or see the bustle. When you are in your room or anywhere on the resort, you feel that you are away from everything such is the tranquillity there. When you arrive, you really... More

I had originally booked to go to the Centara Villas in the south of Ko Samui but I was transferred to the Centara Grand whilst the Villas underwent refurbishment. Although a bit sceptical about moving at first it was probably one of the best things that could have happened. The hotel definitely exceeded my expectations and although it is set... More

We really enjoyed our stay.Not sure what I preferred, the pool villa or a delux room with ocean views. Lovely place to stay! Massage ladies out the front on the beach are great too and very cheap. More

The Centara is located just over half way along Chaweng's sandy beach in a much better position than those at the northern end, which sit behind a bar resulting in shallow water. The other key difference between this and many hotels along this shore is that the hotel has a completely open vista over the sea, thereby affording all rooms... More

Just checked into the Centara Grand Beach -- originally booked for a 6-night stay in a pool suite, and I'm planning to check out tomorrow. I was very disappointed based on the ratings and reviews on TripAdvisor, which are overly generous in my opinion. It bills itself as 5 star, and it's far from it -- very dated decor, rooms... More

fantastic views and outstanding service!!!! GM was so kind, and friendly..I love this hotel. More

It was my 6th time back to Koh Samui; first time at Centara Grand. I enjoyed this hotel's lovely gardens, big pools and beach in front of the pool. But…she is very tired in all the places that really matters for a relaxed beach holiday...like the rooms…and the bathrooms…and the beach towels…and the beach chairs…and the staff…and the gym...! I... More

We stayed for 8 nights at the end of a Thailand tour and had a brilliant, relaxing time in pretty spectacular surroundings. We could have spent all day every day in the grounds, by the pool or on Centara beach outside the hotel, by there's plenty to do with the main town on the doorstep. Service was good, breakfast plentiful,... More

This resort proved to be welcome relax after the more hectic time spent in Phuket. A huge plus with this hotel is that beach and shops and restaurants are all reached by for so one does not have to go in a car. We traveled as a family of 5 at the beginning of Jan 2012. Upon arrival our rooms... More