5/5 - Excellent
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If you go to one island in Thailand make sure it's Koh Samui. It will enchant you the moment you set foot at the airport. It might just be Thailand's best kept secret.
Koh Samui
Travel Guide
Visit Koh Samui
Where to stay in Koh Samui
Chaweng City Center
4.5/5(104 area reviews)
Chaweng City Center is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Chaweng Beach and Central Festival Samui Shopping Center, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Bophut.
Lamai City Center
4/5(15 area reviews)
If you're spending time in Lamai City Center, you might enjoy its beaches and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Lamai Beach or Lamai Night Market.
Bophut Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bophut Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Fisherman's Village and Big C Supercenter.
Hyatt Regency Koh Samui
99/11 Moo 5, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is ￥26,517 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
￥26,517
￥31,476 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (309 reviews)
"We had a wonderful 8-night stay at Hyatt Regency Koh Samui. The resort is stunning, with beautiful grounds and excellent amenities; perfect for relaxing (exactly what we wanted to do). While it’s in a quieter spot, it’s just a short drive to Chaweng, Cheongmon, or Bo Phut for more dining and activity ..."
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025
Fair House Villas & Spa
39 Moo 1, Maenam, Suratthani, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is ￥18,337 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 12
￥18,337
￥21,766 total
Jul 11 - Jul 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (583 reviews)
"My wife and I loved fair house villas it’s a perfect location offering a range of options like dinner, markets, beaches and party areas."
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025
Crystal Lamai Hotel
136/92 Moo 4, Maret, Koh Samui, Suratthani
The price is ￥4,957 per night from Jul 4 to Jul 5
￥4,957
￥5,999 total
Jul 4 - Jul 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (90 reviews)
"Great stay, nice spacious room, great location, bed a bit firm but would definitely stay again"
Reviewed on May 12, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Villa The Wave 2 Residence
93/104 Moo 3, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng ...
9/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"Great views and location"
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025
Horizon Residence Rentals
10/11 Moo 5, Bophut, Koh Samui, Suratthani
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Chaweng Beach and Fisherman's Village ...
"Amazing staff amazing facilities"
Reviewed on Feb 29, 2024
Villa Palm Vista - Luxury, Private Pool Villa
19/6 Moo 4 Bophut Bangrak, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Fisherman's Village and Chaweng ...
"Great place to stay. Very nice, clean, everything is there at the villa to make for a good stay"
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Chaweng Beach
4/5(189 reviews)
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Chaweng Beach, a popular beach in Bophut. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Lamai Beach
4.5/5(131 reviews)
Relax on one of Koh Samui’s most beautiful beaches, enjoy a massage in one of the many resorts and explore the surrounding picturesque fishing villages and temples.
Fisherman's Village
4.5/5(118 reviews)
If you want to catch a glimpse of Koh Samui before tourism development, visit this wonderfully well-kept street of 19th-century Chinese shop-houses and French architecture.
Nathon Pier
3.5/5(41 reviews)
Jutting out from the west coast of the island, this busy pier is the main entry and exit point for visitors to Koh Samui.
Bo Phut Beach
4.5/5(88 reviews)
Explore a more traditional way of life in one of Koh Samui’s oldest villages. Find Chinese teahouses, funky bars, and a distinctly Mediterranean feel.
Choeng Mon Beach
4.5/5(40 reviews)
This beach is part of the more upmarket and exclusive northeastern coast of Koh Samui with secluded resorts with private beaches.
Things to do
Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour
￥10,645
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pig Island Experience By Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Kayaking Relaxing on the Beach
￥7,319
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mr. Tu Snorkel Day Trip to Koh Nangyuan & Koh Tao by Speedboat
￥9,315
per adult
Samui Elephant Kingdom Ethical Sanctuary and Skywalk Tour
￥13,306
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup
￥4,214
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Visit to Bo Phut Elephant Sanctuary in Koh Samui
￥15,767
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Koh Samui
4.4
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Beautiful
4/5 - Good
Mel
I was expecting more base on what I have heard and read
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Great if you are looking for a Thai beach experience
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
A little more pricey than other parts of Thailand, but it is a very nice place.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Koh Samui is wonderful. Chaweng Beach was pretty clean. Water was clear and warm. The service we received around the island was very good. We loved the vibe of the beachfront bars and restaurants-casual and easy going. Highly recommend!
