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.

Sheraton Samui Resort

Sheraton Samui Resort

5 out of 5
86 Moo 3 Chaweng Noi Beach, Bophut Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is HK$2,590 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
HK$2,590
HK$3,074 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel 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! (577 reviews)
"We had a wonderful 12-day stay at this hotel with my two daughters. From the moment we arrived until the day we left, every member of the staff was incredibly kind, friendly, and always willing to help with anything we needed. They truly made us feel welcome and took great care of us throughout our ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Sheraton Samui Resort
Hyatt Regency Koh Samui

Hyatt Regency Koh Samui

5 out of 5
99/11 Moo 5 Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is HK$2,920 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
HK$2,920
HK$3,466 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (417 reviews)
"Hotel was exceptional, as beautiful as the pictures. All you need for a wonderful stay in Koh Samui"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Hyatt Regency Koh Samui
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 HK$1,342 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
HK$1,342
HK$1,593 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (852 reviews)
"This is a lovely hotel. Everything about it is fine. Lots of families there. The beach is poor so you have to travel 2ks further up Lamai beach where the beach is great. Lamai night market about 1k away and some great restaurants nearby."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 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.
Horizon Residence Rentals

Horizon Residence Rentals

3.5 out of 5
10/11 Moo 5, Bophut Koh Samui Suratthani
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Bo Phut Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
"Excellent stay, highly recommend! Great with infants/children too"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Horizon Residence Rentals
Villa The Wave 2 Residence

Villa The Wave 2 Residence

4 out of 5
93/104 Moo 3, Bophut Koh Samui Surat Thani
Stay at this villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
"Firstly, the staff were amazing, they created a WhatsApp group for us on arrival and they were very responsive and helpful. The location is awkward in that it is not very accessible due to the roads approaching the site being very steep, so steep they have a special electric buggy to ferry you between ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Villa The Wave 2 Residence
Joy Beach Villas

Joy Beach Villas

3.5 out of 5
4 Moo 6, Hin Kong Road Ko Pha-ngan Surat Thani
Stay at this beach villa in Ko Pha-ngan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Haad Yao Beach and Thong Sala Pier are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"Spotless, great location perfect little spot"

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Joy Beach Villas
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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