2/5 - Disappointing
Verified traveller
If visiting Koh Samui, spend a little more to stay on Koh Phangan instead. It is all round better and people are friendlier, as well as being cleaner and without the smell of garbage.
Koh Samui Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Koh Samui
Where to stay in Koh Samui
Chaweng City Center
4/5(63 area reviews)
Chaweng City Center is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Chaweng Beach and Central Festival Samui Shopping Center.
Lamai City Center
4.5/5(12 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 Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks.
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.
The Briza Beach Resort, Samui
173/22 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is AU$183 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (672 reviews)
Amazing Resort!
"The Briza Resort was amazing. From the location (quiet but only a short walk to some great restaurants) and a mere 10 minute walk to the centre of Chaweng - so suitably away from the crowds but on the doorstep if you the night life. Booked a deluxe private plunge pool - made our holiday. It was fantastic ..."
Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2025
Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui
219 Moo 5 Tumbon Angthong, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$2,790 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$2,790
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nathon Pier and Mae Nam Pier are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
"Four seasons Samui is one of the most spectacularly, beautiful places you could ever find on planet Earth"
Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024
Fair House Villas & Spa
39 Moo 1, Maenam, Suratthani, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is AU$215 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$215
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
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! (545 reviews)
Very peaceful and smaller sized resort hotel.
"Pool villa had comfortable room and spacious bathroom. Pool was decent sized and meticulously cleaned each day. Staff friendly and helpful. We walked from the hotel (taxis are easily available but tend to be off-meter), though there is one small part of road that floods easily - fine with ..."
Reviewed on 2 Mar. 2025
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.
Panorama Samui Residences
79/7 Bang Por Soi 4 Moo 6 Maenam, Koh Samui, Suratthani
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Nathon Pier and Fisherman's Village ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Great view"
Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025
Villa Palm Vista - Luxury, Private Pool Villa
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 Fisherman's Village and Chaweng ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Great place to stay. Very nice, clean, everything is there at the villa to make for a good stay"
Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024
Pawanthorn Luxury Pool Villa Samui
249, Moo 2, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Chaweng Beach and Fisherman's Village ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (79 reviews)
Beautiful private property with beach access
"Close to airport Beautiful property, has beach access Private Each room has its own bathroom so perfect for friends"
Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024
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.
Popular places to visit
Chaweng Beach
4/5(136 reviews)
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Chaweng Beach, a popular beach in Bophut. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Lamai Beach
4/5(113 reviews)
Relax on one of Koh Samui’s most beautiful beaches, enjoy a massage in one of the many resorts and explore the surrounding picturesque fishing villages and temples.
Nathon Pier
4/5(38 reviews)
Jutting out from the west coast of the island, this busy pier is the main entry and exit point for visitors to Koh Samui.
Fisherman's Village
4.5/5(107 reviews)
If you want to catch a glimpse of Koh Samui before tourism development, visit this wonderfully well-kept street of 19th-century Chinese shop-houses and French architecture.
Bo Phut Beach
4.5/5(68 reviews)
Genuine Thai with a Mediterranean vibe. Stay in one of the oldest villages on Koh Samui, where anything goes, from Chinese teahouses to funky young bars.
Choeng Mon Beach
4/5(25 reviews)
Located on the upmarket north-east of the island and home to some of the most exclusive resorts, private beaches, and family-friendly entertainment on Koh Samui.
Activities
Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour
AU$118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pig Island Experience By Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Kayaking Relaxing on the Beach
AU$78
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup
AU$45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Angthong 42 Islands Tour Small Group Maximum Of 16 Guests From Koh Samui
AU$226
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
5 Star Luxury Spa Treatments at Melati Beach Resort
AU$80
per adult
Day Trip to Koh Nangyuan & Koh Tao by Insea Speedboat from Koh Samui
AU$99
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Koh Samui
4.4
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Do not miss the National Park trip with snorkelling
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Generally we liked Koh Samui. The island in not as developed as Phuket, but does seem to be heading that way too. The locals were generally very friendly. Koh Samui airport is interesting and a nice way to enter the island.
4/5 - Good
Jared
Very relaxed with plenty to do
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Koh Samui can be very loud and vibrant especially at night. During the day most people stay in their hotels or lay on the beach. Things can be exii I endive in Samui sos hop around. There are great drink specials at some bars.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
If you are not brave enough to rent a motorcycle (we weren't) use the NaviGo app - similar to GRAB but predicts the metered fare before you book. Significantly cheaper than the 'metered' taxis (negotiate $$ before you get in) and private/hotel cars.
- Chaweng Beach
- Lamai Beach
- Nathon Pier
- Fisherman's Village
- Bo Phut Beach
- Choeng Mon Beach
- Chaweng Noi Beach
- Bangrak Pier
- Silver Beach
- Chaweng Lake
- Crystal Bay
- Central Festival Samui Shopping Center
- Wat Plai Laem
- Thong Kut Beach
- Namuang Waterfall 1
- Lamai Night Market
- Tesco Lotus Koh Samui
- Big Buddha Beach