Press reviews - Tamarind Springs

"... a secluded sanctuary which has been winning accolades for its simplicity and conscientious treatments since it opened... the aim was to create 'an oasis for body and soul.' Judging from the glowing testimonials in Tamarind's guest book, they certainly have."

"Everything came alive: the leaves, the insects, the sky... only at Tamarind Springs... did I find myself immersed in the serenity that Thailand can offer."

"... my body convulsed with pleasure. Did I deserve such delight? Of course not. But my long-neglected feet did, and I suspected they'd be thanking me for weeks. I emerged a new man."

Thai edition. The article describes the natural spa setting, herbal steam and dipping pool, and open style Thai massage sala.

"... a quiet haven away from the havoc wreaked by those passing through. and your body will thank you for taking the detour..."

Thai edition. The article describes the back to nature philosophy at Tamarind Villas as suitable for those with a desire for privacy and for communing with nature.

"There can't be a steam room in the country as unique as this one... Frolicking under the plunge pool's mini waterfall in my floral sarong, I felt lusciously exotic, like one of Gaugin's island nymphs."

Hot Springs and Spa Resorts of the World (Japan) 2002

A comprehensive guide for Japanese readers to hot springs and spa around the world.

"Superlatives come quickly to mind when talking about Koh Samui. But most visitors to this island in the Gulf of Thailand simply call it 'Heaven on Earth.'"

"...Tamarind Retreat redefines the existence of a hideaway. There are only a few places in the world that take your breath away by exceeding any expectations you might have had of them, no matter how high they were. The moment you arrive, you realize that your imagination has its limits, and that there are people, places that can surpass these limits."

..."take a taxi to Tamarind Retreat, about twenty minutes away in Lamai", to "a gorgeous day spa..."

"For the discerning traveler with a 'true' love of nature, Tamarind Retreat is paradise."

"... be prepared to wake up to the effects of your day at the spa: baby-soft skin and hair; a lighter, more energetic body."

"... an enclave of natural peace and beauty that offers high-quality service for discerning customers. The setting is breathtaking..."

"... a pedigree relaxation center... naturally elegant and beautifully crafted... an ideal place for couples who want nothing more than to relax and enjoy the simple pleasures of spa."

"The steam room and dip pool are perhaps the most imaginatively designed - anywhere in the world! ... I'll leave the summing up of this extraordinary centre to Tamarind Retreat visitors themselves, by quoting a typical entry in the heavily subscribed visitors' book - 'This place is like heaven on earth.'"

"In Koh Sami, I found my ideal location - the Tamarind Retreat... breathtaking... I urge you to visit this place - it is amazing."

"Superlatives are hard to avoid when talking about Tamarind Retreat on Koh Samui, and in my view, it's the best of the island's burgeoning spa resorts."

"... beautifully designed, airy and open spaces in utter harmony with the natural setting... the craftsmanship of the highest calibre down to the finest details... The masseuses are all expertly trained and experienced."

"... I could feel the tension drain from my body... A superb Thai massage and facial followed leaving me pretty well ecstatic."

"Nestled in lush hill scenery... it's an oasis for body and soul... should leave you with improved circulation, fewer toxins, clear respiratory passages, better digestion and with rejuvenated skin. Oh, and you'll be realy clean as well."

"Now something of a landmark on Samui, the Tamarind Retreat... has created a garden space that actually fits the description of an exotic tropical jungle oasis."

"... an extraordinary island hideaway and day spa... Shamefully indulgent it definitely isn't. Sumptuous it is. I guarantee that this haven won't be kept secret for long, though."