Lamai Travel Guide

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Played golf today & the views we're incredible
Heavenly morning view from the bedroom. Kamalaya wellness resort is focused on wellness and holistic treatments from detoxing to yoga programs. Their approach is very personal. It has a beautiful beach where you can walk into the sea for 300 meters and still have the water up only to knee deep.

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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$213 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$213
per night
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (790 reviews)
With one major caveat, we loved this property. Nice rooms, beautiful trees, and great facilities for kids. However, the beach is absolutely awful. Completely covered in seaweed and trash. Doesn't look anything like the official pictures. Smells like rotting fish, so it's not enjoyable to hang out ...

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

OUTRIGGER Koh Samui Beach Resort
Lamai Bayview Boutique Resort

Lamai Bayview Boutique Resort

3.5 out of 5
1/1Moo4 Koh Samui Suratthani
The price is AU$55 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$55
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this beach hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Lamai Bayview Boutique Resort
The Lamai Samui

The Lamai Samui

5 out of 5
146/24 Moo4 Lamai Beach Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is AU$527 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$527
per night
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (446 reviews)
pool area is under construction

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

The Lamai Samui
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The Bulin Residence

The Bulin Residence

3 out of 5
173/4 Moo.4, T.Maret Koh Samui
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Lamai Beach and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
The room was spacious, and had an electric adapter with a hotplate & pots to cook your own food. The staff were welcoming and helpful. If you wanted to you could hire a motorbike on site.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

The Bulin Residence
CHUZ Villas Samui

CHUZ Villas Samui

3.5 out of 5
206/50-52 Moo 4 Koh Samui Surat Thani
Stay at this beach villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
What a great stay! The place was clean, the pool was perfect and we loved the breakfast options!

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

CHUZ Villas Samui
Pao Jin Poon Beach Front Villa

Pao Jin Poon Beach Front Villa

4 out of 5
146/48 Moo 4, T. Maret, Lamai Beach Koh Samui Surat Thani
Stay at this beach villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (30 reviews)
Very nice accommodation very helpful staff

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Pao Jin Poon Beach Front Villa
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Popular places to visit

Lamai Beach which includes general coastal views and a house

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.

Lamai Beach
Silver Beach which includes a sandy beach

Silver Beach

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Set amid swaying palm trees and turquoise water is this postcard-perfect beach is ideal for relaxing on soft golden sand, swimming in warm water and enjoying breathtaking sunrises.

Silver Beach

Lamai Night Market

4.5/5(4 reviews)

During your visit to Lamai, you can enjoy retail therapy at Lamai Night Market. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this relaxing area.

Lamai Night Market

Wat Lamai

After visiting Wat Lamai, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lamai. Make time for the shops and local tours in this quaint area.

Wat Lamai

Lamai Viewpoint

Find out about the history of Lamai when you spend time at Lamai Viewpoint. Wander the beautiful beaches in this romantic area.

Lamai Viewpoint

Valentine Stone

You can learn about the history of Lamai with a stop at Valentine Stone. Wander the beautiful beaches in this romantic area.

Valentine Stone

Activities

Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour

Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour

AU$107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour
Seatran Discovery ferry on the water

Koh Samui to Koh Phangan by Seatran Discovery Ferry

AU$18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui to Koh Phangan by Seatran Discovery Ferry
Women kayaking near a boat on Samui Island

Samui Island Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Big Boat with Kayaking & Lunch

AU$59
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Samui Island Tour to Angthong Marine Park by Big Boat with Kayaking & Lunch
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$75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup
Koh Samui Angthong National Marine Park By Speed Boat

Koh Samui Angthong National Marine Park By Speed Boat

AU$91
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui Angthong National Marine Park By Speed Boat
EasyKart Samui

EasyKart Samui (Outdoor Go Kart) Ticket

AU$28
per child
EasyKart Samui (Outdoor Go Kart) Ticket
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Cities near Lamai

Lamai Beach which includes a sandy beach

Koh Samui