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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The COAST Adults Only Resort and Spa - Koh Samui, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
9.1/10

The COAST Adults Only Resort and Spa – Koh Samui

44/134 Moo 1, Mae Nam Beach, 84330
Set in a prime location of Samui, Sensimar Koh Samui puts everything the city has to offer just outside your...
Escape Beach Resort, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
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...
Mercure Samui Chaweng Tana Hotel, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
8.3/10

Mercure Samui Chaweng Tana Hotel

37/97 Moo 3, 84320
Mercure Samui Chaweng Tana Hotel is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Samui. Both business travelers and...
The Privilege Hotel Ezra Beach Club, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
8.5/10

The Privilege Hotel Ezra Beach Club

5/1 Moo 4 Bangrak Beach, Bophut, Koh Samui, Suratthani, 84320
Set in a prime location of Samui, The Privilege Hotel Ezra Beach Club puts everything the city has to offer...
Peace Resort, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
8.6/10

Peace Resort

178 Moo1 Bophut Beach, 84320
Set in a prime location of Samui, Peace Resort puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep....
Lanna Samui Luxury Resort, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
8.7/10

Lanna Samui Luxury Resort

11/85 Moo 4, Soi Kalara, Bangrak., 84320
The 4-star Lanna Samui Luxury Resort offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Samui. The hotel...

Best Prices on Koh Samui Accommodation

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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:

Santiburisamui Country Club

12/12 Moo 1, Maenam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84330 Thailand

Boutique Yachting

82/1 Moo 4 Bang Rak Beach Petcherat Pier, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320

Samui Football Golf

63/240 Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320

Samui Quad

Maenam soi 1 Koh samui
Samui Quad Motor was the first ATV tour company established in Thailand, since 2002 our goal to offer our customers...

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