Koh Samui Islands

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Koh Samui showing kayaking or canoeing, general coastal views and tropical scenes
Koh Samui Islands
Bo Phut Beach showing general coastal views and kayaking or canoeing
Koh Samui which includes religious elements
Koh Samui featuring a monument, a statue or sculpture and religious aspects

Trek through jungle and encounter exceptional beauty among the waterfalls, lagoons, colorful 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

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Chaweng City Center

Chaweng City Center is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Chaweng Beach and Central Samui, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Bophut.

Chaweng City Center
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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 Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks.

Lamai City Center
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Bophut Hills

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bophut Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Fisherman's Village and Big C Supercenter.

Bophut Hills
Centara Reserve Samui

Centara Reserve Samui

5 out of 5
38/2 Moo 3, Borpud, Surat Thani, Koh Samui Koh Samui
The price is P27,948 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
P27,948
P33,174 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (251 reviews)
Fab hotel, great location. Lovely staff & guests & yummy breakfast

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Centara Reserve 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 P8,587 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
P8,587
P10,192 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (731 reviews)
Staff were lovely

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

OUTRIGGER Koh Samui 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 P11,791 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
P11,791
P13,996 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (481 reviews)
Benz, Belinda and Bee all made my 1 week stay there memorable. I truly enjoyed the service from all of them. Wonderful room with a sea view was so relaxing. Love the adults only aspect. Suggestions for improvement: had to ask a few times fo the towels in the gym to be refilled, provide healthier ...

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

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.
Skye Beach Hotel

Skye Beach Hotel

4.5 out of 5
8/135 Moo 5 Koh Samui Surat Thani
Book a stay at this luxury villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 14 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025

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
Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Fisherman's Village and Chaweng ...
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 Apr 23, 2024

Villa Palm Vista - Luxury, Private Pool Villa
Villa the wave

Villa the wave

4 out of 5
53/114 Moo 3, Bophut Koh Samui Surat Thani
Stay at this villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located nearby.
We are very happy to stay at your villa The staff is excellent The whatsapp group is great, very convenient and always available. Thanks for everything. Some points for improvement 1. The ants in the kitchen and outside 2. The sunbeds are outside without mattresses (we asked and were told that there ...

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2024

Villa the wave
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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