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 Samui, 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.
The Briza Beach Resort, Samui
173/22 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach Koh Samui Surat Thani
$98 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$106 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (774 reviews)
Air con broke 1st night water flooded everywhere. took 2 hours to fix. No welcome drink as stated at booking. Was questioned about taking a umbrella upon checking out felt very embarrassed. Floor never moped once. In 6 days same bedding.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Hyatt Regency Koh Samui
99/11 Moo 5 Koh Samui Surat Thani
$332 nightly
The price is $358 total per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
$358 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (373 reviews)
Great hotel
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Conrad Koh Samui
49/8-9 Moo 4, Hillcrest Road Koh Samui Surat Thani
$682 nightly
The price is $736 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$736 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Pangka Beach and Thong Kut Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (252 reviews)
The staff was amazing.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
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 Koh Samui Surat Thani
Book a stay at this luxury villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 14 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
I gather my understanding of the description of what this unit actually is was incorrect. This is merely an apartment unit. It’s not a resort or hotel. It does not have any hotel amenities. There’s access to the beach, but there’s no beach beds. There’s no common pool. Or fitness facility. No restaurant ...
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Villa The Wave 2 Residence
93/104 Moo 3, Bophut Koh Samui Surat Thani
Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Absolutely stunning villa… management team are excellent too (Arisa and Dao)… you must visit these villas!!!
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Villa Palm Vista - Luxury, Private Pool Villa
19/6 Moo 4 Bophut Bangrak Koh Samui Surat Thani
Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Fisherman's Village and Chaweng ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
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
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 spas 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.
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
$74
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Moon Party by Speed Boat Transfer from Koh Samui
$35
per adult
Samui Island Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Big Boat with Kayaking & Lunch
$41
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui to Koh Phangan by Seatran Discovery Ferry
$12
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Angthong National Marine Park by Speed Boat with Snorkeling & Kayaking
$63
per adult
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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