Koh Samui, Thailand

A resort island blending golden beaches, coconut groves, and relaxed nightlife.

kho samui and samui island in Koh Samui, Thailand

🏛️ Sights & Attractions in Koh Samui

  • Big Buddha Temple — A 12-metre golden Buddha statue that marks the northern approach to the island and offers sea views.
  • Na Muang Waterfall — A pair of jungle waterfalls with natural pools, the higher of which rewards a short jungle hike.
  • Fisherman’s Village — A charming old fishing village on Bophut Beach with Friday night markets and beachfront restaurants.
  • Hin Ta Hin Yai Rocks — Famous rock formations on Lamai Beach shaped like male and female genitalia.
  • Wat Plai Laem — A colourful lakeside temple with an 18-arm Guanyin statue and ornate statues.
  • Laem Sor Pagoda — A golden chedi on a rocky headland in the south, surrounded by the sea at high tide.
  • Mummified Monk at Wat Khunaram — A glass case containing the mummified body of a revered Buddhist monk.
  • Secret Buddha Garden — A magical jungle garden filled with stone statues, streams and panoramic valley views.
  • Ang Thong National Marine Park — An archipelago of 42 islands with emerald lagoons, hidden lakes and snorkelling.
  • Chaweng Lake — A small lake in the centre of Chaweng with walking paths and local restaurants.
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🥾 Trails & Hikes in Koh Samui

  • Na Muang waterfall trail — A jungle trail to two waterfalls with natural pools and rope swings.
  • Secret Buddha Garden walk — A winding path through a magical garden of statues and jungle streams.
  • Jungle Club viewpoint hike — A steep jungle path to a hilltop restaurant with coastal views.
  • Hin Ta Hin Yai coastal path — A short clifftop walk along Lamai to view the famous rock formations.
  • Laem Sor temple walk — A walk around the golden pagoda on the rocks with sea views.
  • Taling Ngam coastal trail — A rugged beach and headland walk along the undeveloped southwest coast.
  • Bophut hills trek — An uphill walk through coconut groves to viewpoints over the north coast.
  • Maenam beach to Bang Po walk — A long beach walk along the quiet northern shore past small resorts.
  • Plai Laem temple loop — A short walking circuit around the lake and temples of Plai Laem.
  • Chaweng lake circuit — A flat loop around Chaweng Lake popular for joggers and evening walks.
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🏖️ Beaches in Koh Samui

  • Chaweng Beach — Samui’s longest and most developed beach, with soft sand, beach clubs and nightlife.
  • Lamai Beach — A slightly quieter crescent beach with good swimming, beach bars and the famous Hin Ta Hin Yai rocks.
  • Bophut Beach — A calm beach in front of the Fisherman’s Village, perfect for sunset walks.
  • Maenam Beach — A long, quiet beach on the north coast with views of Koh Phangan.
  • Lipa Noi Beach — A calm western beach popular for sunset swims and family days.
  • Choeng Mon Beach — A sheltered bay in the northeast with calm water and several resorts.
  • Bang Po Beach — A quiet northern beach with a few seafood restaurants and longtail boats.
  • Taling Ngam Beach — A remote, undeveloped southwestern beach with fishing boats and sunsets.
  • Silver Beach — A small, picturesque cove between Lamai and Chaweng with clear water.
  • Coral Cove — A tiny cove with good snorkelling and a coral reef close to shore.
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🍽️ Restaurants in Koh Samui

  • Dining on the Rocks — An elegant Six Senses restaurant built on rocks above the sea, known for tasting menus and sunsets.
  • Hemingway on the Beach — A beachfront spot serving grilled seafood and steaks with a relaxed tropical vibe.
  • Zazen Restaurant — A romantic restaurant on Bophut beach serving Thai and French cuisine.
  • Sabienglae Restaurant — A popular local seafood restaurant on Lamai beach with affordable fresh dishes.
  • The Fisherman’s Outlet — A seafood restaurant in Fisherman’s Village serving daily catches and Thai dishes.
  • Jahn at Conrad — A fine-dining Thai restaurant at the Conrad with refined flavours and ocean views.
  • Ocean 11 — A casual beachfront restaurant and bar on Maenam with seafood and cocktails.
  • Swensen’s Samui — An ice-cream parlour and café serving sundaes, burgers and light meals.
  • Coco Tam’s Restaurant — A beachfront restaurant and bar at Fisherman’s Village known for cocktails and sunsets.
  • Cliff Bar and Grill — A Chaweng restaurant and bar with steaks, seafood and live sports.
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🍸 Bars & Nightlife in Koh Samui

  • ARKbar — A high-energy beach club in Chaweng famous for fire shows, DJs and bucket cocktails.
  • Coco Tams — A laid-back Fisherman’s Village beach bar with swings, lanterns and fire dancers.
  • KC Beach Club — A beachfront party club on Chaweng with daybeds, DJs and pool.
  • Bar Solo — A lively Chaweng beachfront bar with live bands and a party crowd.
  • Fusion Beach Club — A stylish beach club on Maenam with DJs, cocktails and sunset loungers.
  • Woobar — A trendy rooftop and pool bar at W Samui with ocean views.
  • Sip Saving Club — A hidden speakeasy-style cocktail bar in Chaweng with creative drinks.
  • Bondi Bar — An Australian-style sports bar with cold beer, pub grub and live games.
  • The Red Fox — A Chaweng bar with live music, cocktails and a dance floor.
  • Black Queen — A late-night Chaweng bar and club with a party atmosphere.
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🎯 Activities & Tours in Koh Samui

  • Half Day Highlights Koh Samui Tour — Explore Koh Samui's top tourist attractions in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. We've compiled all the must-see spots into one tour. You can visit the island's main attractions in just one day while learning about Buddhism and Thai culture from our expert guides throughout
  • Private Customized Tour with Driver in Koh Samui — Make one day trip to explore the island with a stress-free by booking the private car with driver. You can select the visiting places and manage the time of each destination by yourself with no rush! The duration of the trip is flexible with 4-hour, 6-hour, and 8-hour, select one
  • Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour Around The Island — Koh Samui "Heaven of the Gulf of Thailand" attracts anyone who has visited until Samui has become a popular island for both Thai and foreign tourists. with the outstanding beauty of fine white sand and the clear turquoise waters of Koh Samui that everyone will love. But many peop
  • Zipline by Hawk Adventure The Biggest & Longest in Koh Samui — Experience the biggest and longest zipline adventure in Koh Samui. Get your adrenaline rush once flying like a hawk. Zipping on a cable and let yourself feel freely in the air and exploring the speed on cable lines connected to huge trees through spectacular scenery of island rai
  • Koh Samui: Koh Tao & Koh Nang Yuan Snorkeling Tour by Speed Boat — Koh Tao & Koh Nang Yuan – Island & Snorkeling Adventure Discover the beautiful islands of Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan, known for their stunning beaches, crystal-clear waters, and tropical island scenery. Explore some of the best snorkeling spots around Koh Tao, where you can disc
  • 6 Hours Elephant Care and Jungle Tour by 4WD in Koh Samui — Experience the nature of the forest in Koh Samui. The highlight of this program is that we will take you to an orphanage charged with taking care of rescued abused elephants, run by a group of elephant lovers. Learn more about elephants than ever before. Learn how to take care of
  • Private - 6 Hour Best of Sightseeing Tour in Koh Samui with Lunch — Explore the top sights on the island with a certified guide who leads you through Koh Samui’s most interesting sites. Admire the way of Buddhists pay respect to their religion, visit Lord Buddha at the Big Buddha Temple, Chinese Lady Monk Temple, Guan Yu Shrine, and mummified mon
  • Snorkeling Tour Koh Tao & Koh Nang Yuan from Samui by Speedboat — Escape to the serene coasts of Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan. Immerse yourself in a natural beauty and participate in fun-filled activities like snorkeling, sunbathing, hiking, and sightseeing. Begin your day with some light breakfast at the pier. Hop aboard a speedboat for 1:30 hrs
  • Koh Samui Island Hopping Adventure in Coral and Pig Island — • Visit an exclusive island that is accessible by your group only. • Delight in lots of free time to swim, relax, and snorkel in the waters of Koh Tean. • Take cute selfies with wild but friendly pigs at Koh Madsum (Pig Island) • Bask in islands that are well preserved and inexha
  • Tree Bridge Cafe And Zipline - Jungle Flight Adventure in Koh Samui — It’s one of the most beautiful places on Koh Samui with the virgin jungle and pretty Tan Rua waterfall. On the tall tree, at the height of 20 meters, there is a cozy cafe where you can admire the views, drink natural coffee, or have a snack. To get to the cafe, you should pass th
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🏨 Hotels & Stays in Koh Samui

  • Bad Monkey Samui Hostel — Social hostel in Chaweng offering air-conditioned dormitory and private rooms with balconies, on-site restaurant and bar serving Thai cuisine and pizza, 7-minute walk from Chaweng Beach and near Samui International Airport.
  • The Rock Samui Poshtel Lamai Beach — Stylish poshtel near Lamai Beach featuring private beach area, infinity swimming pool and restaurant serving American, Italian and Thai cuisines with vegetarian options, 8-minute walk from the beach and close to Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks.
  • Samui Backpacker Hotel — Backpacker-friendly accommodation 1-minute walk from the pier offering ferry transfers to Koh Phangan for Full Moon parties, dormitory-style and private rooms with free WiFi, 3 km from Samui Airport.
  • COSI Samui Chaweng Beach - SHA Plus — Modern hotel with free private parking and on-site snack bar Cafe 247, 1,312 feet from Chaweng Beach and 1.2 miles from Samui Airport, highly rated for its top location with a 9.3 guest score.
  • Best Western Chaweng Samui — Best Western Chaweng Samui is a hotel in Chaweng, Koh Samui. Guest review score: 8.2/10. Check current rates and availability via the booking link.
  • The Waterfront Hotel at Fishermans Village — Boutique hotel right on Bo Phut Beach featuring bungalow-style accommodations with free WiFi and Gulf of Thailand views, free bike rentals, outdoor pool and beach cafe, 1,312 feet from Fisherman Village and 15-minute drive from Samui Airport.
  • Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui — Ultra-luxury resort featured in HBO The White Lotus, set on a hillside in northwest Koh Samui with 60 private pool villas offering stunning Gulf views, private beach, world-class spa, two restaurants including Michelin-recommended Koh Thai Kitchen.
  • Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui — Luxurious beachfront resort surrounded by tropical gardens offering 200-yard private beach, 2 outdoor pools, full-service spa and 3 restaurants with free WiFi, secluded retreat 10-minute drive from Samui Airport and 15 minutes from Chaweng Beach.
  • Samui Camping Farm — Accommodation in Koh Samui from $12/night Rated 8.6/10 by guests. Book on Agoda for the best available rates and confirmed availability.
  • Baan Hinlad Samui Home and Hostel — Baan Hinlad Samui Home and Hostel is a hostel in Koh Samui city center, Koh Samui. Guest review score: 8.8/10. Check current rates and availability via the booking link.
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