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 Festival Samui Shopping Center, 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 Lamai Night Market.

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 Bo Phut Beach.

Bophut Hills
Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa

Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
44/134 Moo 1, Mae Nam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is P6,093 per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
P6,093
P7,233 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (458 reviews)
"The staff was wonderful. Everybody there was absolutely friendly. The food was excellent. And the drinks were phenomenal."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 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 P9,118 per night from Nov 7 to Nov 8
P9,118
P10,824 total
Nov 7 - Nov 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (328 reviews)
"Really well looked after by all the staff and our villa hosts Lee and Janine. Would definitely visit again had a great relaxing time."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025

Hyatt Regency Koh Samui
Fair House Villas & Spa

Fair House Villas & Spa

4.5 out of 5
39 Moo 1, Maenam, Suratthani, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is P7,704 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P7,704
P9,145 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (606 reviews)
"Perfection! This Villa was everything we wanted, private, peaceful, beautiful setting right on the beach. The restaurant was fantastic, delicious with a great selection of meals and drinks. Breakfast is generous and The Banquet and Bbq evenings are fantastic value (bbq includes a fireshow) The gardens ..."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Fair House Villas & 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, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (51 reviews)
"A great place to stay on the quieter side of the island. Staff were lovely, and the area is walkable to shops and temples"

Reviewed on Aug 9, 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
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Bo Phut Beach and Fisherman's ...
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
Stay at this 3.5-star beach villa in Ko Pha-ngan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Thong Sala Pier and Thong Nai Pan Yai ...
"Rymliga och välstädade villor. Vi hade 1 deluxe, 1 strandvilla och 1 standard villa. Stora rum och terrass. Veronica är enastående värd. Fixade allt vi behövde."

Reviewed on Jan 8, 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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