Koh Samui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A tropical beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and lush green hills in the background.
A traditional boat docked at a calm body of water, surrounded by lush green foliage.
A traditional boat anchored on calm waters with a hilly landscape in the background.
A bustling night market with colorful bags, traditional crafts, and a variety of goods displayed in stalls.
A beach with large rocks and clear turquoise water.

Our guide on 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 Samui.

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.

Bophut Hills

When in Bophut Hills, you can plan a visit to Tesco Lotus Koh Samui and Fisherman's Village, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

The Briza Beach Resort, Samui

The Briza Beach Resort, Samui

4.5 out of 5
173/22 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is AU$83 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$83
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (834 reviews)
"We loved our stay staff where very helpful"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

The Briza Beach Resort, Samui
Silavadee Pool Spa Resort

Silavadee Pool Spa Resort

5 out of 5
208/66 Moo4, Maret Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is AU$386 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$386
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Silavadee Pool Spa Resort
OUTRIGGER Koh Samui Beach Resort

OUTRIGGER Koh Samui Beach Resort

5 out of 5
173/41 Moo. 4 Robkoh Road Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is AU$100 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$100
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (871 reviews)
"Room is clean. Breakfast is amazing."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

OUTRIGGER Koh Samui Beach Resort
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

Skye Beach Hotel

4.5 out of 5
8/135 Moo 5 Koh Samui Surat Thani
Stay at this luxury villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 14 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
"The room was clean and spacious. The view was spectacular! Just like the photos. Staff were pleasant and helpful. They listened to our requests and did their best to make them happen. We enjoyed watching the planes fly past. Overall it was a wonderful holiday!"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Skye Beach Hotel
Chateau de Lamai

Chateau de Lamai

3 out of 5
21/8 Moo 3 Soi Poolsawat, T. Maret Koh Samui Surat Thani
Stay at this aparthotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"The bedrooms in the family room were extremely cool in temperature and my kids enjoyed that. We were allowed to take towels to the beach as long as they were returned and there’s a nice noodle shop down the street open between 11:30-3pm. We enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Chateau de Lamai
Pawanthorn Luxury Pool Villa Samui

Pawanthorn Luxury Pool Villa Samui

4.5 out of 5
249, Moo 2, Bophut Koh Samui Surat Thani
Stay at this luxury villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Chaweng Beach and Choeng Mon Beach are located ...
Pawanthorn Luxury Pool Villa Samui
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.

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