Visitors not staying at the ocean view resort, can choose from purchasing half day access for THB 300 (less than US$10) or opt for as much as a monthly pass for THB 12,000 (US$375).
Mantra Samui Resort has opened its ‘Work | Lounge’, a dedicated space for people looking to work on holiday, and visitors and locals looking for a workspace to share with like-minded people.
Visitors not staying at the ocean view resort, can choose from purchasing half day access for THB 300 (less than US$10) or opt for as much as a monthly pass for THB 12,000 (US$375).
In addition to an air-conditioned space with high speed WiFi, customers will have access to a guest pantry (stocked with a selection of drinks and snacks), a printer, an IP telephone for free international calls, hot desks, and a blackboard.
There are also sofa areas, a billiard table, TV screens, and a PlayStation.
“This is not just a place to catch up on your email,” said Niklas Wagner, general manager of Mantra Samui Resort, a member of the Louis T Collection of hotels.
“We envision this as a community gathering venue for local entrepreneurs and travellers, a place for networking opportunities and small events. We see Work | Lounge as a place to facilitate connections.”
For outside visitors a pool pass to the infinity pool, an on-site gym pass, and meals at the resort’s hilltop restaurant, can be added to their Work | Lounge package.
Guests on the island for an extended period can book one of the resort’s new ‘Work | Stay | Play’ offerings, opting for plans that stretch from two weeks to three months.
Rates for these packages start from US$82 per night per person or US$91 for two people sharing a room, when staying a minimum of 31 days. For 22-30 days packages prices start at US$97 per night per person (or US$109 a night for two people sharing).
Stays between 14-21 days begin at US$118 per night per person or US$133 for two people. The package includes access to the Work | Lounge and daily breakfast.
“Bangkok has a plethora of options and even some of the neighbouring islands have a space or two but there has been nothing available for digital nomads wanting to spend some time on Koh Samui that’s not a coffee shop,” said Wagner.
Work | Lounge is open from 9am - 9pm seven days a week and is available for both in-house guests and day visitors.