Koh Samui Islands

Travel Guide

A turquoise sea with boats, kayaks, and a beach.
A beach with large rocks and clear turquoise water.
A traditional boat docked at a calm body of water, surrounded by lush green foliage.
A temple interior with golden statues, intricate carvings, and a polished floor.
A large golden statue of a meditating figure with a wheel behind it, surrounded by ornate decorations and a staircase leading up to it.

Trek through jungle and encounter exceptional beauty among the waterfalls, lagoons, colourful coral reefs and spectacular beaches of this island.

Koh Samui is an idyllic cone-shaped island rising from the turquoise ocean. A tropical rainforest covers the slopes of the central mountain, which is surrounded by sandy beaches adorned with palm trees. Relax on a different beach for each day of your island vacation.

Head to the island’s northeastern corner for Bangrak Beach and its piers. It is popular due to its proximity to a port and the island’s airport. Stroll east along the scenic shoreline past the Bangrak Pier to reach the large, golden Big Buddha Statue., where you will find the charming Fisherman’s Village. Get a glimpse of the island’s Thai-Chinese culture, with the area’s traditional shops and restaurants.in the island’s southeastern part. Relax on the pristine white sand and stay after the sun goes down to choose from the array of fun nightlife options. Among the best places to view the sunset is the Pangka Beach on the southwestern coast. Capture photos of the sea with quaint fishing boats in the foreground., which is flanked by several resorts and clubs. Rent sea kayaks or get a beach massage at one of the hotels. Take longtail boats out on the water at Thong Krut Beach on the southern coast.

Koh Samui offers a range of developed and traditional beach areas.

Chaweng Garden Beach Resort

Chaweng Garden Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
162/8 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is HK$547 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
HK$547
HK$649 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Location, staff"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Chaweng Garden Beach Resort
Chaweng Regent Beach Resort

Chaweng Regent Beach Resort

4.5 out of 5
155/4 Chaweng Beach Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is HK$1,029 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
HK$1,029
HK$1,221 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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 and the property condition in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Location was prime, beach was great, however loud music that blasts from other bars and restaurants until 4-5am was not pleasant. Pool, bar/restaurant was great and clean beach location was close to everything. Can sit on beach for hours."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Chaweng Regent Beach Resort
Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa

Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
44/134 Moo 1 Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is HK$561 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
HK$561
HK$665 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa
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

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 Lamai Beach are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (97 reviews)
"Liked everything apart for the stairs was every thing we expected as a senior couple who just wanted to relax"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Pawanthorn Luxury Pool Villa Samui
Villa The Wave 2 Residence

Villa The Wave 2 Residence

4.5 out of 5
93/104 Moo 3, Bophut Koh Samui Surat Thani
Stay at this luxury villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (29 reviews)
"Amazing stay"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Villa The Wave 2 Residence
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
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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