5/5 - Excellent
Joha
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 Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks.
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 Bo Phut Beach Pier.
Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa
44/134 Moo 1, Mae Nam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is $144 per night from May 26 to May 27
$144
includes taxes & fees
$133 per night
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (418 reviews)
"We had a had a lovely stay at Explorar during Easter. Excellent staff with shout outs to Tikki by the pool and Joy and Kate in reception who made it such a special experience. Also the bar staff and waiters were all exceptional. The service was quite slow - especially for the special meals such as ..."
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2025
Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui
219 Moo 5 Tumbon Angthong, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is $1,323 per night from May 28 to May 29
$1,323
includes taxes & fees
$1,227 per night
May 28 - May 29
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nathon Pier and Mae Nam Pier are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
"Probably the best water side property and service in all of Thailand"
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2025
The Hive Hotel Samui
124 / 264 Moo 3, T.Maret, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is $87 per night from May 14 to May 15
$87
includes taxes & fees
$81 per night
May 14 - May 15
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (429 reviews)
"We have had amazing time while staying at The Hive in Lamai Beach. Could the rooms (especially the bathroom) do with a refresh? Probably, but the beautiful staff and wonderful location. The staff, from reception, to restaurant, to housekeeping and grounds could not be more welcoming or friendly. ..."
Reviewed on Apr 3, 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.
Allure Resort
7/1 Moo5 Bo Put, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 3.5-star beach villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Fisherman's Village and Chaweng Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"Nice place"
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025
Villa The Wave 2 Residence
93/104 Moo 3, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 4-star villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Great views and location"
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2025
Pawanthorn Luxury Pool Villa Samui
249, Moo 2, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Chaweng Beach and Fisherman's Village ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (80 reviews)
"This property was absolutely stunning. Every bedroom was massive and the views were amazing!"
Reviewed on Apr 15, 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.
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chaweng Noi Beach
4/5(65 reviews)
A quieter neighbor to one of Koh Samui’s busiest beaches, this is the place to simply laze about in the water or lie in the sun.
Things to do
Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour
$75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup
$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Insea Speedboat from Koh Samui
$63
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mr. Tu Snorkel Day Trip to Koh Nangyuan & Koh Tao by Speedboat
$63
per adult
Day Trip to Koh Nangyuan & Koh Tao by Insea Speedboat from Koh Samui
$63
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Visit to Bo Phut Elephant Sanctuary in Koh Samui
$109
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!
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Packages
- Choeng Mon Beach
- Lipa Noi Beach
- Chaweng Noi Beach
- Silver Beach
- Lamai Night Market
- Crystal Bay
- Namuang Waterfall 1
- Chaweng Walking Street
- Tesco Lotus Koh Samui
- Chaweng Beach
- Chaweng Lake
- Ko Samui Hospital
- Coral Cove Beach
- Pralan Ferry Pier
- Lamai Beach
- Thong Kut Beach
- Big Buddha Beach
- Bangkok Hospital Samui
- Bo Phut Beach
- Bangrak Pier
- Bo Phut Beach Pier
- Wat Plai Laem
- Nathon Pier
- Lamai Beach
- Chaweng Beach
- Nathon Pier
- Fisherman's Village
- Choeng Mon Beach
- Bo Phut Beach
- Chaweng Noi Beach
- Silver Beach
- Mae Nam Pier
- Bangrak Pier
- Big Buddha Temple
- Mae Nam Beach
- Pralan Ferry Pier
- Crystal Bay
- Chaweng Lake
- Central Festival Samui Shopping Center
- Coral Cove Beach
- Chaweng Walking Street
- Ban Tai Beach
- Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks
- Lipa Noi Beach
- Bo Phut Beach Pier
- Lamai Night Market
- Wat Plai Laem
- Namuang Waterfall 1
- Bangkok Hospital Samui
- Tesco Lotus Koh Samui
- Chaweng Night Market
- Ko Samui Hospital
- Tarnim Magic Garden
- Ritz Carlton Beach
- Thong Kut Beach