Just 5 minutes’ drive from the lively centre of Chaweng Beach, KC Resort & Over Water Villas boasts accommodation with private spa baths on balconies overlooking neighbouring islands and Chaweng Bay.

Rooms at KC Resort & Villas come with spacious sitting areas and private bathrooms with rain showers. Amenities include a 42-inch flat-screen TV and a minibar. Some rooms are built over water and feature glass floor panels.

Guests can relax in the saltwater infinity pool, or try aqua aerobics and yoga. Cultural activities include cooking and painting classes. There is a fitness centre and a rooftop deck providing binoculars and sun loungers.

Mediterranean and Asian dishes can be sampled at The View Restaurant & Wine Lounge, which also offers wines, cocktails and shishas. Snacks and drinks are served at the rooftop Panorama Bar.

The resort is perched on a hill, and guests who wish to skip the hike can take the free schedule shuttle to KC’s sister property on the beach. Samui International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.