Koh Samui Islands

Travel Guide

Koh Samui showing kayaking or canoeing, general coastal views and tropical scenes
Hin Ta and Hin Yai featuring general coastal views
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

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

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

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 Lamai Night Market.

Lamai City Center
bophut beach koh samui thailand

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.

Bophut Hills
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 P5,405 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
P5,405
P6,416 total
Mar 17 - Mar 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (789 reviews)
No airport shuttle available when we asked. Need to walk to a beach for actual beach access. Staff were nice but had to request towels and other items that should have been in room already. A good budget friendly option, maybe not the most ideal when travelling with kids.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

The Briza Beach Resort, Samui
Hyatt Regency Koh Samui

Hyatt Regency Koh Samui

5 out of 5
99/11 Moo 5 Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is P14,640 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
P14,640
P17,377 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (379 reviews)
I had a wonderful stay here at the Hyatt. The service was great. The food was excellent. Lots of options. I feel so relaxed now.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Hyatt Regency Koh Samui
OZO Chaweng Samui

OZO Chaweng Samui

4 out of 5
Chaweng Beach, Bophut Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is P8,786 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
P8,786
P10,429 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Felt fresh, amazing location, great pool and beautiful beach access

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

OZO Chaweng 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
I gather my understanding of the description of what this unit actually is was incorrect. This is merely an apartment unit. It’s not a resort or hotel. It does not have any hotel amenities. There’s access to the beach, but there’s no beach beds. There’s no common pool. Or fitness facility. No restaurant ...

Reviewed on Feb 22, 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
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 2 Residence

Villa The Wave 2 Residence

4 out of 5
93/104 Moo 3, Bophut Koh Samui Surat Thani
Book a stay at this business-friendly villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Absolutely stunning villa… management team are excellent too (Arisa and Dao)… you must visit these villas!!!

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Villa The Wave 2 Residence
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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