Bandara Resort and Spa Samui

The Resort and Its Setting

Bandara Resort and Spa Samui is a timeshare property on Koh Samui, in Thailand's Surat Thani province. The resort is affiliated with Interval International, which means owners can deposit their week into that exchange network and trade it for stays at other affiliated resorts around the world. Koh Samui itself is Thailand's third-largest island, long established as a holiday destination with a mix of beachfront development, international-standard dining, and quieter pockets of untouched coastline — a setting that suits owners who want a tropical base they can return to year after year.

The Island and What There Is to Do

Koh Samui offers something for both relaxing and exploring. Chaweng Beach, around 5 km away, is the island's liveliest stretch of sand, with beach clubs, restaurants and water sports. The Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai), about 8 km from the resort, is worth the trip for its 12-metre golden statue and hilltop views. For something calmer, Maenam Beach to the north offers a quieter shoreline and seafood restaurants, while the Koh Samui Night Market, just 3 km away, is a good spot for authentic street food after dark. Boat trips out to Ang Thong Marine National Park, roughly 15 km offshore, take in a cluster of 42 islands with lagoons and snorkelling spots. Families sometimes also stop at the Samui Aquarium on the way to or from the beach.

Selling or Renting Out Your Week

If you own a week at Bandara Resort and Spa Samui and want to sell or rent it out, BidMyTimeshare.com works as a direct owner-to-owner marketplace: you set your own asking price, list your week, and interested buyers or renters contact you through the platform. There's no commission on the sale — sellers simply pay a one-time listing fee to publish their ad.

Because no brand-specific transfer figures have been confirmed for Bandara Resort and Spa Samui, any resale here will go through the resort's owners' association or on-site management rather than a corporate transfer desk. Before agreeing on a price with a buyer, both parties should contact the resort's management to confirm the current transfer fee, any right of first refusal the resort may hold, and the annual maintenance fee in effect for the unit being sold. These details vary by resort and by unit type, so get them in writing before finalising a sale.

A resale buyer typically takes on the deeded or contractual rights to the week itself, along with ongoing maintenance fee obligations going forward. Perks tied specifically to the original purchase — such as promotional loyalty points or one-off incentives offered at the time of sale — do not usually carry over to a new owner, so it's worth asking the resort directly what does and doesn't transfer.

For renters, what matters most is straightforward: confirmed dates, unit size, and what's included in the stay. Because Bandara Resort and Spa Samui sits within reach of Chaweng Beach and the island's main attractions, renters will generally want to know how far the resort is from the beach and from Koh Samui's airport before booking.

Practical Notes for Owners and Travellers

Koh Samui International Airport (USM) is the main gateway, with connections to Bangkok and a number of regional and international routes. From there, taxis, shuttles and rental cars are all readily available for the trip to the resort. The island runs on Thailand Standard Time (UTC+7), and the Thai baht is the local currency, with ATMs widely available. December to February is the dry season and the busiest, most expensive period to visit or rent out your week; March–April and September–November are shoulder months that tend to offer better value and fewer crowds for anyone flexible on timing.