Beach Hotels in Koh Samui Islands

Thailand’s Koh Samui is your typical tropical paradise island, and its golden beaches are set against an emerald backdrop of forest. Samui’s attractions in recent years have evolved into a great range of activities and nightlife venues, but its most alluring draw is still the wonderful beaches.

The bulk of Samui’s 500-plus hotels and resorts are within close proximity to beaches. The greatest concentration of Koh Samui beach hotels is on the northeast shoreline. There is a large selection of hotels available from Choeng Mon down past Chaweng and Lamai.

In Chaweng, beach hotels include The Library and the four-star Samui Paradise Chaweng Beach Resort. The Library is an award-winning boutique hotel where a highlight is breakfast served to guests while they laze on soft beach mattresses. It is also a popular venue for weddings.

In Lamai, there are plenty of other excellent choices of hotels and resorts near the beach. The Banyan Tree Samui is built on a series of hill-terraces above the bay. Five-star opulence comes with quintessential Thai architecture and includes a spa, the highly-acclaimed Edge Restaurant, a grand ballroom, and a business centre.

The Rich Resort Beachside Hotel is a budget-friendly Lamai option and the location of the noted Swing Bar Restaurant. Another inexpensive option on the exclusive Choeng Mon peninsula is the Baiyoke Seacoast Resort. The peninsula boasts a collection of luxury villas and chalet complexes including the Samujana Seven Bedroom Pool Villa.

With its stunning beaches, the east coast was the traditional location for most of the hotels and old-style, bamboo-bungalow complexes. In the 21st century, hotels on beaches such as Bophut, Maenam, Hua Thanon, and Taling Ngam have increased choices for Samui vacationers.

The Zazen Boutique Resort is a popular spot in Bophut and boasts a great spa facility. The Free House Bungalow is just along the beach and is an excellent choice for those with limited funds. The Mantra Resort at Maenam is a five-star premises. At Taling Ngam, the Conrad Residences is a firm favourite with discerning visitors.