4/5 - Good
DnA
Very busy for a resort town. Lots of construction, both of new big resorts and infrastructure. It was nice but not as laid back as we were expecting.
Koh Samui
Travel Guide
Visit Koh Samui
Where to stay in Koh Samui
Chaweng City Center
4.5/5(39 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.
Lamai City Center
4.5/5(8 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.
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.
The Briza Beach Resort, Samui
173/22 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is CA $117 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
CA $117
CA $142 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
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! (776 reviews)
Air con broke 1st night water flooded everywhere. took 2 hours to fix. No welcome drink as stated at booking. Was questioned about taking a umbrella upon checking out felt very embarrassed. Floor never moped once. In 6 days same bedding.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Hyatt Regency Koh Samui
99/11 Moo 5 Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is CA $449 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
CA $449
CA $533 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
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! (373 reviews)
Great hotel
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Conrad Koh Samui
49/8-9 Moo 4, Hillcrest Road Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is CA $845 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
CA $845
CA $1,004 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Pangka Beach and Thong Kut Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (253 reviews)
The staff was amazing.
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026
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
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! (64 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
Villa The Wave 2 Residence
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 Palm Vista - Luxury, Private Pool Villa
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
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
Lamai Beach
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.
Chaweng Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Chaweng Beach, a popular beach in Bophut. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Fisherman's Village
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.
Nathon Pier
Jutting out from the west coast of the island, this busy pier is the main entry and exit point for visitors to Koh Samui.
Bo Phut Beach
Explore a more traditional way of life in one of Koh Samui’s oldest villages. Find Chinese teahouses, funky bars, and a distinctly Mediterranean feel.
Choeng Mon Beach
This beach is part of the more upmarket and exclusive northeastern coast of Koh Samui with secluded resorts with private beaches.
Things to do
Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour
CA $101
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pig Island Experience By Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Kayaking Relaxing on the Beach
CA $71
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour by Minivan
CA $34
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Full Moon Party by Speed Boat Transfer from Koh Samui
CA $47
per adult
Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup
CA $64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui to Koh Phangan by Seatran Discovery Ferry
CA $17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Koh Samui
4.4
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
The island is really nice
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Lovely!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Beautiful island, lots of dining options. Definitely the most touristy of the islands I visited.
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Overpriced, tourist only , i felt scam all the time. Thailand is wonderful but skip Samui
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
It’s a beautiful place with much to do, but get ready to open your wallet wide.
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