Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui sits on a hillside above a private bay, with villas stepping through coconut groves towards the Gulf of Thailand. Private pools, sea-facing decks and tropical landscaping give the resort a strong sense of privacy, while the beach, spa, restaurants and water experiences keep the stay connected to the island. Lush, relaxed views and understated Thai design set the resort's mood. The beach sits at the foot of the same hillside the villas step down, so the walk from a private pool to the water follows the same coconut grove path that shapes the whole layout.