Koh Samui

Travel Guide

Lamai Beach showing a beach
Bo Phut Beach showing kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views
Bo Phut Beach showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing
Koh Samui
Koh Samui

Where to stay in Koh Samui

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Chaweng City Center

4.5/5(51 area reviews)

Chaweng City Center is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Chaweng Beach and Central Festival Samui Shopping Center.

Chaweng City Center
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Lamai City Center

4/5(22 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.

Lamai City Center
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Bophut Hills

When in Bophut Hills, you can plan a visit to Fisherman's Village and Bo Phut Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bophut Hills
Baan Hin Sai Resort & Spa

Baan Hin Sai Resort & Spa

3.5 out of 5
5/5 Moo 3, Bo Phud, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €62 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
€62
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach ...
7.2/10 Good! (223 reviews)
"Great location villa 111 wood balcony was Dangerous and lose and serious falling injuries"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2024

Baan Hin Sai Resort & Spa
Crystal Lamai Hotel

Crystal Lamai Hotel

3 out of 5
136/92 Moo 4, Maret, Koh Samui, Suratthani
The price is €43 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
€43
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (91 reviews)
"Great stay, nice spacious room, great location, bed a bit firm but would definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 12 May 2025

Crystal Lamai Hotel
Fair House Villas & Spa

Fair House Villas & Spa

4.5 out of 5
39 Moo 1, Maenam, Suratthani, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is €110 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
€110
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (589 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, enjoyed the breakfast choice, pool happy hour and free gym and kayak"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Fair House Villas & Spa
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Villa The Wave 2 Residence

Villa The Wave 2 Residence

4 out of 5
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (9 reviews)
"Great views and location"

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2025

Villa The Wave 2 Residence
Samui Bayside Luxury Villas

Samui Bayside Luxury Villas

4.5 out of 5
8/197 Moo 5, Samrong Beach, Plai Laem, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 14 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Fisherman's Village and Chaweng Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay here very attentive and urgent if any problems arise would recommend"

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Samui Bayside Luxury Villas
The Bulin Residence

The Bulin Residence

3 out of 5
173/4 Moo.4, T.Maret, Lamai Koh Samui, Koh Samui
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Lamai Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"Nice location. Large room. On site laundry and motorcycle rental."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

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Popular places to visit

Chaweng Beach

Chaweng Beach

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Chaweng Beach, a popular beach in Bophut. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Chaweng Beach
Lamai Beach showing a house and general coastal views

Lamai Beach

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.

Lamai Beach
Fishermans Village featuring night scenes and a luxury hotel or resort

Fisherman's Village

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.

Fisherman's Village
Nathon Pier showing boating and a bay or harbour as well as a small group of people

Nathon Pier

Jutting out from the west coast of the island, this busy pier is the main entry and exit point for visitors to Koh Samui.

Nathon Pier
Bo Phut Beach which includes a sandy beach and mountains

Bo Phut Beach

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.

Bo Phut Beach
Koh Samui featuring a sandy beach and a coastal town

Choeng Mon Beach

This beach is part of the more upmarket and exclusive northeastern coast of Koh Samui with secluded resorts with private beaches.

Choeng Mon Beach

Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup

Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup

€25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup
Seatran Discovery ferry on the water

Koh Samui to Koh Phangan by Seatran Discovery Ferry

€10
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui to Koh Phangan by Seatran Discovery Ferry
Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour by Minivan

Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour by Minivan

€20
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour by Minivan
Angthong National Marine Park by Speed Boat with Snorkeling & Kayaking

Angthong National Marine Park by Speed Boat with Snorkeling & Kayaking

€56
per adult
Angthong National Marine Park by Speed Boat with Snorkeling & Kayaking
Landscape view of Seatran Discovery ferry

Koh Phangan to Koh Samui by Seatran Discovery Ferry

€10
per adult
Koh Phangan to Koh Samui by Seatran Discovery Ferry
Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour Around The Island

Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour Around The Island

€22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour Around The Island
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