Koh Samui Islands

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Koh Samui which includes kayaking or canoeing, landscape views and general coastal views
Koh Samui which includes kayaking or canoeing, landscape views and general coastal views
Hin Ta and Hin Yai featuring general coastal views
Bo Phut Beach showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing
Koh Samui showing religious aspects

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.

Where to stay in Koh Samui Islands

Beach with Crystal water and sunset beach view at Koh Samui Island Thailand

Chaweng City Center

4.5/5(51 area reviews)

Chaweng City Center is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Chaweng Beach and Central Samui.

Chaweng City Center
Buddhist temple on beach, Laem Sor Pagoda, Koh Samui, Surat Thani Province, Thailand

Lamai City Center

4/5(22 area reviews)

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
bophut beach koh samui thailand

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
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$1,603 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
HK$1,603
HK$1,903 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (542 reviews)
Staff were amazing

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Sheraton Samui Resort
Mantra Samui Resort - Adults Only

Mantra Samui Resort - Adults Only

5 out of 5
9/123-124 Moo 1 Koh Samui Suratthani
The price is HK$942 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
HK$942
HK$1,147 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
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Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Mantra Samui Resort - Adults Only
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 HK$690 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
HK$690
HK$827 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (757 reviews)
The personel was great!

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

The Briza Beach Resort, 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.
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! (60 reviews)
Everything about this hotel is exceptional! The location, the staff, the rooms, the restaurant! Just incredible stay and I’m sad I was only there for four days! I would never hesitate to stay there again or recommend to others! Thank you Skye Beach Hotel!

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Skye Beach Hotel
Villa Palm Vista - Luxury, Private Pool Villa

Villa Palm Vista - Luxury, Private Pool Villa

4 out of 5
19/6 Moo 4 Bophut Bangrak Koh Samui Surat Thani
Stay at this business-friendly villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Fisherman's Village and Chaweng Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Great place to stay. Very nice, clean, everything is there at the villa to make for a good stay

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2024

Villa Palm Vista - Luxury, Private Pool Villa
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 Thong Sala Pier and Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Our room was lovely, and the whole property was amazing with direct acccess to the beach, a perfect place to watch the sunset.

Reviewed on 10 Jan 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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