Our anonymous hotel reviews factor in everything associated with our stay, from location to soundproofing — plus, of course, service. The amenities on offer greatly affect a hotel’s rating as well. Sometimes, a particular feature impresses us to such an extent that it becomes substantially responsible for our endorsement of a property. These amenities from our travels in 2025 deserve special commendation.

Best Pool: Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui
Koh Samui, Thailand

Every villa at the Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui comes with its own plunge pool. But pure bliss — and a perfect piña colada — can also be found at the beachfront infinity pool, whose waters seem to merge with the Gulf of Thailand. Reclining on shaded sunbeds overlooking the pool, we found the Cocorum bar perfectly positioned just behind us, ideal for effortless ordering and instant service. As the sun sank into the horizon, staff lit fire pots around the pool, and we watched a dramatic tropical storm roll in. The scene felt cinematic, like a moment lifted straight from a film or a beautifully shot TV series.

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