2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveller
12 Feb 2020If visiting Koh Samui, spend a little more to stay on Koh Phangan instead. It is all round better and people are friendlier, as well as being cleaner and without the smell of garbage.
Koh Samui Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Where to stay in Koh Samui
Chaweng City Center
4/5(63 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.
Lamai City Center
4.5/5(12 area reviews)
You'll love the stunning beaches in Lamai City Center, and you might want to stick around to check out Lamai Night Market, a top place to visit.
Bophut Hills
When in Bophut Hills, you can plan a visit to Big C Supercenter and Fisherman's Village Plaza, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fair House Villas & Spa
39 Moo 1, Maenam, Suratthani, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is AU$109 per night from 9 May to 10 May
AU$109
per night
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Chaweng Beach and Fisherman's Village ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (477 reviews)
"If you want a nice quiet place to be then this would be the place for you. There’s nothing around this place. It’s about 20 minutes to the night market and the popular tourist area. This villa is isolated from many major tourist attractions."
Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024
Hyatt Regency Koh Samui
99/11 Moo 5, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$248 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$248
per night
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (202 reviews)
"Stayed for our family wedding. Can’t fault the hotel."
Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024
Holiday Inn Resort Samui Bophut Beach, an IHG Hotel
Moo 2 Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is AU$185 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$185
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the family amenities in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (117 reviews)
"The kids water park seating area was constantly filthy. No one man’s the area, there is only 7 sun loungers so gets busy and dirty as they serve food here too. English is poor at the hotel with all the staff including reception. The pool bar was extremely crowded at times. King kids suites were amazing. ..."
Reviewed on 21 Apr. 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.
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 Lamai Beach are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (67 reviews)
"The place is quiet and staffs are friendly. The next door restaurant is superb."
Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2023
Villa The Wave 2 Residence
93/104 Moo 3, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"Like - amazing standalone property with superb ocean & sunrise view. Helpful staffs and definitely highly recommended if you are looking for a relaxing vacation."
Reviewed on 19 Sep. 2023
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 private pools. Popular attractions Chaweng Beach and Choeng Mon Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay, good breakfast options delivered to our villa every morning, stunning view from the top floor villas"
Reviewed on 21 Apr. 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(136 reviews)
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 romantic area.
Lamai Beach
4/5(113 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.
Nathon Pier
4/5(38 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 Plaza
4.5/5(107 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(68 reviews)
Genuine Thai with a Mediterranean vibe. Stay in one of the oldest villages on Koh Samui, where anything goes, from Chinese teahouses to funky young bars.
Choeng Mon Beach
4/5(25 reviews)
Located on the upmarket north-east of the island and home to some of the most exclusive resorts, private beaches, and family-friendly entertainment on Koh Samui.
Activities
Koh Samui: Snorkeling and Kayaking by Speedboat
AU$89
Per adult
Koh Samui: Pig Island Tour by Speedboat with Snorkeling
AU$77
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mr. Tu Snorkel Day Trip to Koh Nangyuan & Koh Tao by Speedboat
AU$90
Per adult
Private Cooking Workshop and Market Tour in Koh Samui
AU$439
Per adult
Reviews of Koh Samui
4.4
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
2 Feb 2020Do not miss the National Park trip with snorkelling
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
1 Feb 2020Generally we liked Koh Samui. The island in not as developed as Phuket, but does seem to be heading that way too. The locals were generally very friendly. Koh Samui airport is interesting and a nice way to enter the island.
4/5 - Good
Jared
20 Jan 2020Very relaxed with plenty to do
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
7 Jan 2020Koh Samui can be very loud and vibrant especially at night. During the day most people stay in their hotels or lay on the beach. Things can be exii I endive in Samui sos hop around. There are great drink specials at some bars.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
2 Jan 2020If you are not brave enough to rent a motorcycle (we weren't) use the NaviGo app - similar to GRAB but predicts the metered fare before you book. Significantly cheaper than the 'metered' taxis (negotiate $$ before you get in) and private/hotel cars.
