Koh Samui Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A tropical beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and lush green hills in the background.
A traditional boat docked at a calm body of water, surrounded by lush green foliage.
A traditional boat anchored on calm waters with a hilly landscape in the background.
A bustling night market with colorful bags, traditional crafts, and a variety of goods displayed in stalls.
A beach with large rocks and clear turquoise water.

Our guide on where to stay in Koh Samui

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Chaweng City Center

Chaweng City Center is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Chaweng Beach and Central Samui.

Lamai City Center

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.

The Briza Beach Resort, Samui

The Briza Beach Resort, Samui

4.5 out of 5
173/22 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is NZ$157 per night from 10 July to 11 July
NZ$157
10 July - 11 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (813 reviews)
"ALL the staff from the front desk and bellman to the restuarant and cleaning were amazing, kind and very helpful. The resort was well keep and very clean. Well located just far enough away to be peacefull but a short walk or taxi ride to shops and restuarants. Would definately stay again and recommend ..."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

The Briza Beach Resort, Samui
Hyatt Regency Koh Samui

Hyatt Regency Koh Samui

5 out of 5
99/11 Moo 5 Koh Samui Surat Thani
The price is NZ$832 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$832
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (415 reviews)
"Stay was great, people were great. However, I thought the beach was a beach you can actually go into without many rocks…it was not. If you looking for a modern hotel away from everything, with great staff, and a REALLY good breakfast, this place has it….however, its not a beach resort…."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Hyatt Regency Koh Samui
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 NZ$341 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$341
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (851 reviews)
"Great place to stay staff very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 20 June 2026

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
Stay at this 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 attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)
"The room view was just as in the picture- gorgeous. We loved having a private pool. The included breakfast was amazing, and the staff were very helpful and welcoming. It felt like maybe they don’t get a ton of families with kids, and there seemed to be a little confusion given our booking was for ..."

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

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 beach aparthotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Bo Phut Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
"Excellent stay, highly recommend! Great with infants/children too"

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Horizon Residence Rentals
Villa The Wave 2 Residence

Villa The Wave 2 Residence

4 out of 5
93/104 Moo 3, Bophut Koh Samui Surat Thani
Stay at this villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
"Firstly, the staff were amazing, they created a WhatsApp group for us on arrival and they were very responsive and helpful. The location is awkward in that it is not very accessible due to the roads approaching the site being very steep, so steep they have a special electric buggy to ferry you between ..."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Villa The Wave 2 Residence
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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