Kanok Buri Resort vs U Box Hostel

Same City · Koh Samui Distance: 15.2km
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Kanok Buri Resort

★★★★ 4-Star
8.2 1,865
Koh Samui
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U Box Hostel

★★ 2-Star
9.1 74
Koh Samui
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Live Price Comparison

Site Kanok Buri Resort U Box Hostel
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Booking.com
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

Site Kanok Buri Resort U Box Hostel
Agoda
8.2 (1,893)
9.1 (33)
Expedia
8.2 (187)
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Trip.com
8.9 (87)
8.8 (46)
Overall Average
8.2 (2,167)
9.1 (79)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Kanok Buri Resort U Box Hostel
Strengths Strengths
+ Private pool villas are spacious and clean, repeated in reviews + Many reviews praise the proximity to Chaweng bars, restaurants, and beach for easy nightlife and shopping
+ Staff are friendly and service is prompt, many mentions + Staff are repeatedly called friendly and helpful with ferry bookings and more
+ Easy access to quiet beach and peaceful vibe + Rooms are clean with comfortable beds and secure lockers
+ Comfortable beds and spacious rooms commonly noted + Modern shared pool and free laundry space get positive mentions
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Some complaints about inconsistent cleaning or towel shortages - Shared bathrooms lack cleaning and trash isn't emptied regularly
- Pool tiles slippery, noted in reviews - Poor soundproofing due to container structure
- Breakfast average or poor, repeated opinions - Top bunks lack side supports, risking falls

Recommended For

Couples Families Relaxers

Recommended For

Solo travelers Friends Young backpackers

Guest Reviews

Kanok Buri Resort

Expedia 10.0 Couple

Clean rooms, friendly staff, best beach. Plunge pool villas large and refreshing.

Trip.com 10.0 Couple

Great private pool villa, friendly staff, nice beach.

Agoda 10.0 Couple

Peaceful clean villa, beautiful beach, excellent staff.

Agoda 10.0 Family

Perfect private pool villa, good beach area, helpful staff.

Trip.com 10.0 Solo

Clean comfy bed, great hospitality, affordable food.

U Box Hostel

Trip.com 9 Solo traveler

Convenient location, helpful staff. Clean aside from roommates

Trip.com 10 Family

Great staff service, quick fixes. Easy access

Agoda 10 Solo traveler

Everything clean, friendly staff. Great showers and bed

Agoda 10 Solo traveler

Best service. Staff helped with tickets, flexible checkout

Trip.com 8.5 Friends

Good for friends, useful discounts. Near nightlife

Location Comparison

Distance: 15.2km

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