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 Lamai Night Market.
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.
Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa
44/134 Moo 1, Mae Nam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is NZ$168 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
NZ$168
26 Sept - 27 Sept
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! (450 reviews)
"Very friendly clean and the food was amazing"
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025
Crystal Lamai Hotel
136/92 Moo 4, Maret, Koh Samui, Suratthani
The price is NZ$77 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
NZ$77
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (100 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 Sept 2025
Fair House Villas & Spa
39 Moo 1, Maenam, Suratthani, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is NZ$182 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$182
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (601 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
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, 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 9 Aug 2025
Horizon Residence Rentals
10/11 Moo 5, Bophut, Koh Samui, Suratthani
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Bo Phut Beach and Chaweng Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (27 reviews)
"Amazing staff amazing facilities"
Reviewed on 29 Feb 2024
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 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
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 relaxing 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.
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.
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.
Bo Phut Beach
4.5/5(68 reviews)
Take a trip to Bo Phut Beach where East meets West and discover the more traditional side of Koh Samui.
Choeng Mon Beach
4/5(25 reviews)
Located on Koh Samui’s more exclusive north-eastern coast, this beach boasts upmarket resorts with access to private beaches.
Activities
Ang Thong National Marine Park Full Day Tour
NZ$123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pig Island Experience By Speed Boat, Snorkeling, Kayaking Relaxing on the Beach
NZ$81
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup
NZ$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Koh Nangyuan & Koh Tao by Insea Speedboat from Koh Samui
NZ$110
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Koh Samui Half-Day Safari: Waterfalls & Island Beauty
NZ$59
per adult
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.
