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 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 Bo Phut Beach.
Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa
44/134 Moo 1, Mae Nam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
$107 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$116 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
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! (454 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel with exceptional food and great service"
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025
Fair House Villas & Spa
39 Moo 1, Maenam, Suratthani, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
$138 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$149 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and 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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (604 reviews)
"Perfection! This Villa was everything we wanted, private, peaceful, beautiful setting right on the beach. The restaurant was fantastic, delicious with a great selection of meals and drinks. Breakfast is generous and The Banquet and Bbq evenings are fantastic value (bbq includes a fireshow) The gardens ..."
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025
Hyatt Regency Koh Samui
99/11 Moo 5, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
$183 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$197 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and 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! (326 reviews)
"Really well looked after by all the staff and our villa hosts Lee and Janine. Would definitely visit again had a great relaxing time."
Reviewed on Sep 27, 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.
Skye Beach Hotel
8/135 Moo 5, 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. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"A great place to stay on the quieter side of the island. Staff were lovely, and the area is walkable to shops and temples"
Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025
CHUZ Villas Samui
206/50-52 Moo 4, Lamai Beach, Maret, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 3.5-star beach villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"We stayed for one week during July. Villa is beautiful and comes well equipped for two people, although we largely ate out at the restaurants nearby. Pool a good size, and enough sun loungers at all times for us to sit around it alongside other guests. Staff are very friendly, and came round with ..."
Reviewed on Aug 20, 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 Bo Phut Beach and Chaweng Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
"Amazing staff amazing facilities"
Reviewed on Feb 29, 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 spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing 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
Day Trip to Koh Nangyuan & Koh Tao by Insea Speedboat from Koh Samui
$66
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour
$74
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Insea Speedboat from Koh Samui
$66
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Samui Island Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Big Boat with Kayaking & Lunch
$41
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour by Minivan
$25
per adult
98% 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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