Zazen Boutique Resort

We had an absolutely amazing experience at this beach bar and resort! Everything was simply perfect from start to finish. The attention to every single detail truly impressed us – you can really see how much care and effort has been put into creating such a beautiful atmosphere. The resort itself is stunning, with breathtaking surroundings and a relaxing vibe that makes you feel at home instantly. The beach bar is fantastic – great drinks, wonderful ambiance, and exceptional service. The staff is friendly, professional, and genuinely welcoming. We were especially amazed by the pool area. The effort and dedication put into maintaining it and designing the space around it is outstanding. It’s clean, stylish, and perfectly arranged for both relaxation and enjoyment. Overall, we are beyond satisfied and truly impressed. We can’t wait to come back and highly recommend this place to everyone looking for a perfect getaway!

We had the best time at Zazen Resort which is absolutely exceptional. The setting is stunning, with lush tropical gardens beautifully maintained and a peaceful beachfront that feels private and exclusive. The villas are spacious, tastefully decorated, and offering the perfect balance between luxury and comfort. The staff was also incredibly kind, attentive, and always smiling, making us feel genuinely welcome throughout our stay. The restaurant is another highlight. We really enjoyed the delicious food whether for breakfast, lunch, or for the theme dinner nights by the sea. We loved to chill by the pool and the beach all day and enjoy the amazing food and beautiful setting !

Stayed in this beautiful hotel over the new year. The staff also make this hotel extremely welcoming and comfortable. The staff greatly helped us when we realised our flight was cancelled out of Koh Samui.|It’s very clean and kept in pristine conditions. The room was comfortable, there is a step up and down from the bed, so just be careful if you get up in the night.|The hotel is in lush green gardens, nearby shops and restaurants.Fishermans village is a short taxi away. The hotel has a large menu selection, at a high standard of food.

This boutique resort is run by a Thai-Belgian couple who genuinely takes pride in delivering a great experience and does so with true honours! ||We spent two wonderfully relaxing weeks here and enjoyed every moment. The committed staff was truly attentive and superfriendly, which made our stay extraordinarily memorable. A great restaurant, a small private beach and a comfortable pool area - all placed in a lushious, almost djungle like setting - contributed to the soft, luxurious ambience. ||The gym was quite small but well equipped, so we could easily keep our daily workout routine, several times topped off with a really soothing massage. ||In addition to this, evening events like ”White Night” and ”Glamour Night” enhanced the feeling of being at a really special place. ||We will return!||Mikael and Anette 🇸🇪

This place is “nice” but we felt it was not very good value for the money. Everything is overpriced. The food is good, but overpriced. The staff is very nice and they do a great job- but it feels a bit forced. The clientele feels stodgy, reserved and snobby. The pictures of the room look better than in person. The “beach” is mostly a loading zone for tourist speed boats. You can’t really walk anywhere. Other than that sure I guess it was ok.

Excellent staff in stunning location. The staff literally cannot do enough for you. The management tries so hard to satisfy guests needs. Add to this a beautiful site overlooking the sea and it’s a terrific package. Excellent food too. Recommended

I first stayed at Zazen Boutique Resort & Spa in 2025, and the service back then was absolutely amazing from the very beginning. From the moment we walked into the reception, we felt genuinely welcomed. The staff were warm, attentive, and made us feel special right away. Because of that experience, we decided to return this year and stay for almost a week. We were so impressed during our first visit that we also invited a few friends to stay with us, as we had spoken so highly of the hotel. Unfortunately, I noticed that quite a lot had changed in just one year. The reception service this time was not terrible, but it was definitely not what we remembered. There was no welcome drink, and we didn’t really feel welcomed by the staff. We arrived only about two hours early, which we fully understood might mean our room wasn’t ready. In the past, staff would usually take guests around, introduce the facilities, the bar, and the restaurant while waiting for the room. This time, we walked in, were immediately asked if we had a booking, handed over our passports, and that was it. We were told the room wasn’t ready — which was completely fine — but there was no further interaction or guidance. Since I had stayed there before, I ended up taking my friends around the property myself and having a few drinks at the bar instead of waiting at reception. On our very first night, I also brought a large group of friends — over 10 people — to celebrate a birthday. To be honest, the service that night was very disappointing. There were many staff walking around, yet no one seemed to notice that we were there. No one checked in to see how everything was going, and we had to wait a long time for attention. The drinks took so long to arrive that they were served almost after we had already finished our main courses. I honestly don’t know what was wrong with the service that evening. I’m not sure if it was a lack of motivation or a management issue, but it did feel at times as though one staff were distracted by trying to take photos and videos for their social media rather than focusing on the guests. At first, I didn’t plan to say anything. I thought maybe they were short-staffed or just having a busy period. However, later on, other friends who were also checking in mentioned that they had similar experiences. It was honestly a bit of a letdown, especially because I had recommended this place so highly to my friends based on my previous stay. I also noticed that some other guests seemed to receive noticeably different and better treatment, although again I assume this may come down to staffing or management issues. That said, one thing that has not changed is Fluk. From day one, the way he greeted us never changed. His warmth, unique personality, and genuine hospitality instantly reminded me of why I loved this place back in 2025. He is truly one of the best staff members the hotel has, and a real asset to the resort. I don’t usually like leaving reviews like this at all, especially because, like I said, my first experience here was amazing. I really hope the management or owner sees this and can make a few improvements to the service. I truly hope the service standards return to what they once were, because this place has so much potential and holds great memories for us.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Beautiful resort with a relaxed luxury feel. Zaya Beach Club & Resort is stunning — modern, clean, and very stylish. The villas are spacious and beautifully designed, with a calm and private atmosphere. Everything feels well cared for and peaceful, making it a perfect place to relax in Koh Samui. Highly recommended