Koh Samui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lamai Beach showing a beach
Bo Phut Beach showing kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views
Bo Phut Beach which includes kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views
Koh Samui
Koh Samui

Where to stay in Koh Samui

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Chaweng City Center

4.5/5(51 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.

Chaweng City Center
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Lamai City Center

4/5(22 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 Lamai Night Market.

Lamai City Center
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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.

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 Rp1.763.725 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
Rp1.763.725
Rp2.093.542 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (450 reviews)
"Very friendly clean and the food was amazing"

Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025

Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa
Crystal Lamai Hotel

Crystal Lamai Hotel

3 out of 5
136/92 Moo 4, Maret, Koh Samui, Suratthani
The price is Rp650.294 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
Rp650.294
Rp771.899 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (99 reviews)
"We had a family room which was two rooms together with an adjoining door. Very spacious and very nice. Would definitely go again."

Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025

Crystal Lamai Hotel
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 Rp1.699.633 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
Rp1.699.633
Rp2.017.463 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (600 reviews)
"Everything was absolutely amazing during my stay! I did require some extra services at the resort and they happily helped and exceded any expectations I had. A special thank to Tien for all of his help and his attention to details! The pool villa is always so peaceful and relaxing. The staff is always ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and 14 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their 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 9 Aug 2025

Skye Beach Hotel
Horizon Residence Rentals

Horizon Residence Rentals

3.5 out of 5
10/11 Moo 5, Bophut, Koh Samui, Suratthani
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Bo Phut Beach and Chaweng Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
"Amazing staff amazing facilities"

Reviewed on 29 Feb 2024

Horizon Residence Rentals
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 Wi-Fi, 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 23 Apr 2024

Villa Palm Vista - Luxury, Private Pool Villa
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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Reviews of Koh Samui

4.5
Top destination
5 - Excellent
165
5 - Excellent 58%
4 - Good
96
4 - Good 34%
3 - Okay
20
3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
5
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loved it!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazing place to visit. Would definitely recommend & go back.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Was only there 1 day.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Although there is more chaos than usual in Chewang due to the roads being taken up, still very lively!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It such a great destination , a great experience

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great , but Cinnamon Beach Resort needs a rethink

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