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.

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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 Bo Phut Beach Pier.

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 P19,158 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
P19,158
P22,740 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
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! (245 reviews)
Great room, staff, beach, breakfast...

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

Centara Reserve Samui
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 P5,993 per night from Nov 27 to Nov 28
P5,993
P7,114 total
Nov 27 - Nov 28
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! (465 reviews)
Fantastic place, highly recommended

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa
Hyatt Regency Koh Samui

Hyatt Regency Koh Samui

5 out of 5
99/11 Moo 5 Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is P9,642 per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
P9,642
P11,446 total
Nov 29 - Nov 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (341 reviews)
Lovely staff and great amenities. Would only stay here next time I’m in Koh Samui.

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025

Hyatt Regency Koh 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
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! (55 reviews)
The property is just stunning!! Wake up to your own private pool looking out to the Gulf of Thailand! The space was huge and very clean. Excellent facility!

Reviewed on Nov 8, 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
Joy Beach Villas

Joy Beach Villas

3.5 out of 5
4 Moo 6, Hin Kong Road Ko Pha-ngan Surat Thani
Book a stay at this beach villa in Ko Pha-ngan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Thong Sala Pier and Thong Nai Pan Noi ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Emplacement ideal près de la plage, Boulangerie et 7/11 juste en face. Restaurants sympa a quelques minutes a pieds. Chambre nickel, personnel très amiable et services a dispo comme taxi. Laverie a quelques metres de l’hôtel. Je recommande ++

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

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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