Koh Samui Beach Travel Guide

Koh Samui Beach Travel Guide

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Koh Samui Beach Travel Tips

  • The driest months in Koh Samui are December through February.
  • No need to rent a car to travel to the beaches: Taxis on Koh Samui are cheap and plentiful. However, most don't have meters so ask for the price in advance.
  • Chaweng and Lamai are the island's most popular beaches with the best infrastructure, but there are quieter beaches in the north, namely Chong Mon, Lipa Noi, and Bang Por.

Beach Overview: Koh Samui, Thailand

The third largest island in Thailand, this tropical dab of heaven is said to be the second-most visited resort area after Phuket. Located in the Gulf of Thailand, it's easily accessible with over 20 daily direct flights from Bangkok, as well as direct flights from Singapore and Hong Kong. There were no roads or cars on Koh Samui until the early 1940s, and what started as a backpacker destination in the late 1970s became a hot spot by the 1990s. Now, despite the luxury resorts and beach parties, it retains the air of wilderness and tranquility that attracted everyone here in the first place, with plenty of wide beaches and some of the best snorkeling and diving in Southeast Asia. Read More

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Hotels

Rocky's Boutique Resort

438/1 Moo 1, T. Maret
Koh Samui

Distance: 6.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0

Tassana Pra

Northern coast
Koh Samui

Distance: 6.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0

Chaweng Regent Beach

155/4 CHAWENG BEACH, KOH SAMUI,
Koh Samui 0 Map

Distance: 8.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Expert Rated & Recommended
5.0

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Attractions

The Cliff Bar & Grill

expert favorite attraction
124/2 Tambon Maret
Koh Samui, Thailand

Distance: 6.3 mi. (from destination center)
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0

Angthong National Marine Park

expert favorite attraction
Changwat Suratthani Province, NW of Koh Samui
Koh Samui, Thailand

Distance: 300.6 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Mu Koh Ang Thong National Park consists of 42 islands where visitors can swim, snorkel, kayak and enjoy the beach. ... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
5_0

Hua Thanon

expert favorite attraction
south of Lamai Beach
Koh Samui, Thailand

Distance: 85.6 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Hua Thanon is a fishing village near Lamai Beach. ... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
4_0

Airports

Major Airports near Koh Samui

Distance (mi.)
Phuket International Airport 144.2 map
Penang International Airport 286.6 map

Other Smaller Airports near Koh Samui

Distance (mi.)
Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa Airport 276.1 map

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Koh Samui Vacation Rentals

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from: $260

Astasia Villa: The Jewel of Koh Samui

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
Sleeps: 10
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Dishes, Full kitchen, Internet Access, Laundry, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Shower, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, Wireless Internet Access
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from: $585

Garden View Villa

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Full kitchen, Hair Dryer, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Shower, Oven, Phone, Private Parking, Refrigerator, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, Utensils, VCR, Wireless Internet Access
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from: $475

Baan Chaai Haat: Exotic Beachfront Villa

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Sleeps: 8
Amenities: Air Conditioning, BBQ, Balcony, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, DVD Player, Dishwasher, Full kitchen, Linens, Microwave, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Oceanfront, Patio, Refrigerator, Stereo, Swimming Pool, TV, Utensils

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