Koh Samui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Koh Samui

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Chaweng City Center

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

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
Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa

Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
44/134 Moo 1, Mae Nam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is AU$287 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$287
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & 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! (445 reviews)
"Loved this hotel!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa
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
The price is AU$71 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$71
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (224 reviews)
"Lovely quiet resort, that gave you a workout the paths are quite steep, but always a man in a golfcart eager to give you a ride to the top. If you want a ride into town you have to book for the free shuttle the day before. We missed out on this because we were only here for 2 days. They dont seem ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Baan Hin Sai Resort & Spa
Crystal Lamai Hotel

Crystal Lamai Hotel

3 out of 5
136/92 Moo 4, Maret, Koh Samui, Suratthani
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$71 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
AU$71
16 Sept - 17 Sept
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! (95 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
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Horizon Residence Rentals

Horizon Residence Rentals

3.5 out of 5
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
"Amazing staff amazing facilities"

Reviewed on 29 Feb. 2024

Horizon Residence Rentals
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
"Nice location. Large room. On site laundry and motorcycle rental."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2025

The Bulin 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 Bo Phut Beach and Fisherman's Village ...
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
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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 which includes general coastal views and a house

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
Fisherman\'s 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 featuring 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 showing a sandy beach and mountains

Bo Phut Beach

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.

Bo Phut Beach
Koh Samui which includes a coastal town and a beach

Choeng Mon Beach

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.

Choeng Mon Beach

Activities

Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour

Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour

AU$113
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour
Pig Island Experience By Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Kayaking Relaxing on the Beach

Pig Island Experience By Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Kayaking Relaxing on the Beach

AU$73
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Pig Island Experience By Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Kayaking Relaxing on the Beach
Picture 1 for Activity Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup

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

AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup
Tourists on secluded beach in Thailand

Day Trip to Koh Nangyuan & Koh Tao by Insea Speedboat from Koh Samui

AU$99
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Koh Nangyuan & Koh Tao by Insea Speedboat from Koh Samui
Mu Koh Angthong National Marine Park in Ko Samui, Thailand

Day Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Insea Speedboat from Koh Samui

AU$99
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Day Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Insea Speedboat from Koh Samui
Half-Day Visit to Bo Phut Elephant Sanctuary in Koh Samui

Half-Day Visit to Bo Phut Elephant Sanctuary in Koh Samui

AU$167
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Visit to Bo Phut Elephant Sanctuary in Koh Samui
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