Management and Staff

Day to day operations at Villa Kalyana are run by our Belgian resort manager Renaud and the two Thai managers Sonja and Mem. Fluent in English, they have several years of experience working in the field. The staff are there to help you whether you are looking to book a tour, need a baby sitter or are curious to learn about the local culture.

Rebecca is our expert organiser who deals with initial enquiries through to the warm welcome on check-in. However, Rebecca’s real artistry is as a wedding and event planner – she will coordinate your wedding day from first thoughts to last minute details.

Chef and Dining

Our talented private Chef Seree, with a long record of success in his chosen profession, is skilful in his creation of international cuisine as well as all the Thai favourites.

Chef Seree runs a passionate team at Villa Kalyana and will work with you to create delicious menus and make sure you never go hungry.

Great dining is an integral part of the Thai experience and Villa Kalyana has several charming areas to complement your mood and your choice of cuisine. Spacious social dining spaces cater for large celebratory groups while more intimate options include dining under stars the on the beach and private dining at your residence.

Concierge

Koh Samui has a wide variety of attractions, so choosing what to do and where to go can be a little overwhelming. Villa Kalyana provides a comprehensive concierge service offering advice and bookings to help you make the most of the island. The team can organize transport to help you explore Koh Samui, boat tours to the surrounding islands and the Ang Thong Marine Park. From car and minivan hire, dive trips and dinner reservations, the concierge is there to help.

Health Options

Staying at Villa Kalyana is great opportunity to rejuvenate the body and revitalize the spirit. The two massage salas sit beach-front and the trained masseuses offer Thai, Swedish, sports and aromatherapy massages. A qualified yoga teacher can be arranged to run classes in house. If you wish to follow a detox diet, raw food or juice diet for example, then the kitchen are happy to cater to your daily needs.

We understand how important it is to be competent in addressing special dietary needs for those who suffer from certain allergies. The kitchen is fully trained and prepared to deal with a range of allergies from wheat intolerance to celiac disease.

Hidden Extras

To learn the secrets of Thai cooking, shadow Seree to the local markets before watching him at work in the kitchen. Opt for a BBQ on the sands in front of Villa Kalyana having visited the local fishing villages to choose your seafood delights – a great way to see some local life. Take a catered picnic hamper and explore another beach or one of Samui’s jungle waterfalls.

For special occasions, birthdays and anniversaries the team will gladly help with decoration, treats, cakes and even a fireworks display. If it is a detailed request, just let Rebecca know your wishes in advance, or, for simpler occasions, our villa managers once you are at the villa.