Koh Samui Guide

Popular holiday destination with stunning white sand beaches and turquoise oceans.

Overview of Koh Samui

Koh Samui is Thailand’s second-largest island after Phuket, with a population of over 63,000. The island is home to several luxury resorts and spas, as well as a number of small hotels, guesthouses, and bungalow resorts. The island is also home to an international airport, which makes getting to and from the island very convenient.

Koh Samui has a tropical climate, with warm weather all year round. The best time to visit the island is between December and February, when the weather is at its coolest, with the least rainfall.

There are many things to do on Koh Samui, including swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, fishing and visiting the many temples and parks on the island.

If you are looking for a relaxing and luxurious holiday destination, Koh Samui is the perfect place for you!

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Koh Samui Spotlights for 2025

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We’ve researched and rounded up the best that Koh Samui has to offer. We only recommend the highest-rated and most trusted accommodation options so you can book without worry.  

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Mimosa Resort & Spa, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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Resorts
8.3/10

Mimosa Resort & Spa

32/2 Moo5, Baan Tai Beach (between Bang Por Beach and Mae Nam Beach), Maenam, 84330
Mimosa Resort & Spa is conveniently located in the popular Bang Por area. Both business travelers and tourists can enjoy...
Chaweng Regent Beach Resort, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Koh Samui
Resorts
8.3/10

Chaweng Regent Beach Resort

155/4, 84320
Chaweng Regent Beach Resort is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Samui. The hotel has everything you...
Banyan Tree Samui, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Koh Samui
Resorts
9.2/10

Banyan Tree Samui

99/9 Moo 4, Maret, 84310
Banyan Tree Samui is a popular choice amongst travelers in Samui, whether exploring or just passing through. Both business travelers...
OZO Chaweng Samui, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Koh Samui
Resorts
8.7/10

OZO Chaweng Samui

11/34 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach Road, 84320
OZO Chaweng Samui is a popular choice amongst travelers in Samui, whether exploring or just passing through. The hotel offers...
Crystal Lamai Hotel, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Koh Samui
Hotels
9/10

Crystal Lamai Hotel

136/92 Moo.4 Maret, 84310
Located in Lamai, Crystal Lamai Hotel is a perfect starting point from which to explore Samui. The hotel offers a...
Escape Beach Resort, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Koh Samui
Resorts
8.3/10

Escape Beach Resort

5/1 Moo 1 Maenam, 84330
Escape Beach Resort is a popular choice amongst travelers in Samui, whether exploring or just passing through. The hotel offers...

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Koh Samui Attractions

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Koh Samui has plenty of things to see and do. We’ve rounded up some of the best below:

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Phetchbuncha Muay Thai Stadium

Chumchon Chaweng Yai Soi 13 Chaweng, Koh Samui
Phetchbuncha Muay Thai Stadium is one of the most renowned venues for Muay Thai on Koh Samui, offering an authentic...
Koh Samui

Wat Plai Laem

Wat Plai Laem, Road 4171, Thailand
Wat Plai Laem is a vibrant and colorful Buddhist temple complex located in the northeastern part of Koh Samui, a...
Koh Samui

Easykart Go-Karting

3/196 moo 2, Chaweng Lake, Bophut, Ko Samui, Surat Thani 84320
EasyKart is a go-karting company that offers leisure activities for all in the safest environment of all Asia. Since 2004,...
Koh Samui

Guan Yu Shrine

190/11 Moo 1 Koh Samui District, Surat Thani 84310
Koh Samui is home to many beautiful temples, but one that is often overlooked is the Guan Yu Shrine. Located...
Koh Samui

ATV Quad Bike Safari Tour

28/32 maenam soi 1, Koh Samui, 84330, Thailand
Experience the lush landscapes of Koh Samui combined with the thrill of a quad bike ride on this guided tour. The adventure begins...
Koh Samui

Wat Phra Yai

Tambon Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320

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