Koh Samui Islands

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Koh Samui
Hin Ta and Hin Yai featuring general coastal views
Bo Phut Beach which includes kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views
Koh Samui which includes religious aspects
Koh Samui showing religious aspects, heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

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

4.5/5(104 area reviews)

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.

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Lamai City Center

4/5(15 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.

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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 ₩732,038 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
₩732,038
₩868,929 total
Dec 16 - Dec 17
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 ₩231,234 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
₩231,234
₩274,474 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
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! (470 reviews)
Staff was great. The bar guys were amazing. Nothing but friendly people. Highly recommend

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025

Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa
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 ₩111,726 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
₩111,726
₩132,619 total
Dec 16 - Dec 17
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! (722 reviews)
Clean room , smiling staff, beautiful ambience, delicious food! Very pleasant stay we had. Highly recommended!!!

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025

OUTRIGGER Koh Samui Beach Resort
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! (56 reviews)
Beautiful room, grounds and property. Only thing is this is not near a beach you can really swim in. Other than that it is a short drive to some restaurants and bars or to the beach. The positive is that it is in a much more quiet area away from loud tourist noise.

Reviewed on Dec 7, 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
Pawanthorn Luxury Pool Villa Samui

Pawanthorn Luxury Pool Villa Samui

4.5 out of 5
249, Moo 2, Bophut Koh Samui Surat Thani
Book a stay at this luxury villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Chaweng Beach and Fisherman's Village ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (90 reviews)
A+++

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Pawanthorn Luxury Pool Villa 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.

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