Le Royal Meridien Baan Taling Ngam Hotel

We worked through a travel agent for our honeymoon who booked us at the mandarin in Bangkok and the four seasons in chaing mai-both outstanding properties. After we left four seasons, we headed to the Royal Mer. We had received discount coupons as Starwood preferred guests for our honeymoon. I would NOT RECOMMEND this hotel. The beach villas are disgusting-the plumbing is poor and leaky and in our unit-the window was broken in the back bathroom-which for me was a safety concern-though the staff didn’t think so. Let me take a step back-we... more

We visited the Meriden for 4 nights as part of our Honeymoon, and I have to say it wasn't really what I expected from the website and brochures. We didn't have quite so bad a time as some reviewers seem to have had - the room was very nice (Deluxe Oceanfront Room) - clean - fabulous views of the sunset/beach etc. but it should have been better for the price we paid to be honest. What let the place down I think, as others have commented, was that it feels a little 'dated', and we had a few problems making ourselves understood - one time... more

We were vere disappointed with the resort. After visiting Bangkok and Chang Mai and experiencing outstanding 5 star resorts, Le Royal Meridien was a complete dissappointment. The hotel is 12 years old and has not had any renovations since then. The rooms need a complete redoing and the furniture and room artifacts need to be replaced. the bathroom, although its quite large, was really old and did not feel very clean. On the positive side, the hotel enjoys one of the most spectacular views on the island. It is built in the unspoilt part... more

i stayed in this hotel with my wife while on samui.this hotel is royal by all means! check-in was very friendly,professional and fast.we were sitting in a beautiful lounge with incretible views of the thailand gulf while everything was taking care of the receptionist.they offered us a tropical coconut coctail to enjoy until check-in procedures to end. the room was large very luxuriously furnished in thai-chique style with amazing views to the sea.the bathroom was fantastic with two sinks and a somehow free-form huge bathtub!every... more

We were there for 6 days in July 2006 and we had a great stay in this resort. When we arrived we upgraded from a Deluxe to a Villa, which was spacious, clean, and right on the beach. The staff was very warm and welcoming. Before making our arrangements we had read mixed reviews on the Hotel. We have no complaints at all, our villa was lovely. Can definitely recommend the Spa; we had a two hour package including flower bath with stunning views over the ocean; out of this world. The food is... more

Went to samui for the first part of our honeymoon, was a little apprehensive after reading some reviews but it was fabulous. The staff are very friendly and always smiling, the food was ok, the spicy masala relish on the burgers is a must at 2 in the morning after a night out in chaeweng. The weather was brilliant, really hot in the day so the AC was a godsend. Rooms are very nice and bathrooms are clean. I recommend this place and will definately be going back.

We stayed at this hotel for 2 nights whilst in Samui. I was very impressed with the check-in, we arrived very early in the morning and got a good rate. Whist we were waiting for the paperwork to complete they brought out a tray of tea, coffee and cakes/breads. It all took about 5 mins and we were shown straight to a Sea view room. The rooms are lovely, the positioning of the big bed facing the ocean was a really nice touch. As was the bathroom with a huge tub and seperate shower. We floated in the tub listing the thai music eating... more

We visited this hotel in January 2006. When I read recent trip advisor reports I felt that somebody needed to balance the opinion. We felt so strongly about this hotel we checked out early. Obviously some people have different tastes or standards to us however PLEASE don't risk a honeymoon or special holiday here - look at our photos - they speak louder than words. Can't tell you how bad this hotel is.

I wanted to write this to anyone who is concerned after reading other threads about this hotel. I returned a week ago from an amazing holiday, where I spent 5 nights here, and think I have realised why there has been some negative feedback. The hotel is beautiful, spread out over hills, the staff couldn't be more polite and, typically Thai, helpful. The views from the lobby are breathtaking, you really have to see it to believe it. Initially my room was upgraded to a beach villa which was HUGE, had 2 bedrooms and a living room, plus an... more

We stayed here on our honeymoon for a week and it is without doubt the most romantic place i have ever stayed in. It has incredible views and the staff at the hotel could not be more helpful. Don't miss Happy hour in the Bar, the sunset is amazing. It is very isolated from the tourist places because it is located on the other side of the island. One surprise was that on my birthday - hotel management delivered a birthday cake to my room. Unexpected but appreciated greatly. There is a large choice of restaurants. We especially enjoyed... more