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Coral Cove Beach

4.4(1,821 reviews)

Come for the snorkelling and the shade, not for a long lazy day on soft sand. This is a small cove hemmed in by rocks, with coconut trees throwing shadow over white sand that's coarse and crystalline rather than powdery. Barefoot walking isn't much fun here, so bring water shoes. The trade-off is clear water and rock formations to swim around, which you don't get on the big flat stretches like Chaweng.

You don't need to arrive prepared. Loungers, towels, snorkel gear and kayaks are all for hire on site, with kayaks running around 300 baht an hour, and there are bars and food close by for a cold beer or a fruit shake after a swim. The rhythm is predictable: the mostly international crowd turns up around 10:00 and thins out by about 16:00, so early morning or late afternoon gives you the place at its quietest.

Be realistic about the downsides. Currents and storms wash debris into the bay and nobody's out there clearing it, so some days the shore and water look rough. Reviews are also blunt about the toilets and the food.

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Reviews from Google

Loved this beach, quieter than lots of other we visited which was good - Everything you need here from towels, snorkels to burgers and kayaks. Beautiful white salty sand and extremely clean waters. Banana lasso was delicious drinking after a swim and a paddle. Drinks sensible pricyand Kayaks around 300bht per hour, or £6/£7 Uk sterling or €8 ish..

Coral Cove Beach Review Coral Cove Beach is a quiet and relatively uncrowded beach, ideal for visitors seeking a peaceful atmosphere. Most visitors—primarily foreigners—tend to arrive around 10:00 AM and leave by approximately 4:00 PM, making the beach especially calm outside these hours. The sand has a crystal-like texture and is not soft. Walking barefoot can be slightly uncomfortable, especially when compared to beaches such as Chaweng Beach or Silver Sand Beach. This makes it less suitable for long walks but still acceptable for sitting and relaxing. Coral Cove Beach is well suited for visitors who prefer a quiet place to relax or sunbathe during the afternoon rather than engage in active beach activities. Coral Cove Resort is located nearby and offers decent accommodation; however, the owner may come across as not particularly friendly. Recommendation: Best for travelers looking for a peaceful, low-traffic beach primarily for relaxation and sunbathing.

January 6, 2026. The beach is littered with trash, like many beaches in the north of Koh Samui. The cause is unclear - maybe a storm, maybe ocean currents - but the main problem is that no one, absolutely no one, is cleaning it up. No one seems to care. At this particular beach, the food is awful. If you didn’t get food poisoning, you were just lucky. The toilets here are disgusting - among the dirtiest I’ve seen in four years in Thailand. The coral is dead. Friends who were with me on this beach and had visited the island back in May say it was still alive then. This is sad, but unfortunately not surprising.

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Coral Cove Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coral Cove Beach worth visiting?

Coral Cove Beach holds a 4.4★ rating from 1,821 Google reviews — a strong rating for beaches in Koh Samui.

What are the opening hours of Coral Cove Beach?

Coral Cove Beach is typically open 08:00-20:30 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit Coral Cove Beach?

The best months to visit Koh Samui are January – August, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in July – August & December — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: October – December (Gulf Coast monsoon).

Where is Coral Cove Beach located?

Coral Cove Beach is at F3R6+6GC, 4169, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand, in Koh Samui. Getting around Koh Samui: Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road); Motorbike or scooter rental.

Location Info

F3R6+6GC, 4169, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand
Opening Hours
Monday08:00-20:30
Tuesday08:00-20:30
Wednesday08:00-20:30
Thursday08:00-20:30
Friday08:00-20:30
Saturday08:00-20:30
Sunday08:00-20:30

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

January – August

Avoid: October – December (Gulf Coast monsoon)

Rainy season

October – December

Avg. temperature

24°C – 32°C(75°F – 90°F)

Crowds

High

Peak: July – August & December

Getting there

Koh Samui Airport (USM) has direct flights from Bangkok and regional hubs (Bangkok Airways monopoly). The ferry from Surat Thani takes ~1.5 hrs and it's cheaper.

Getting around

  • Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road)
  • Motorbike or scooter rental
  • Taxis (metered or negotiate upfront)
  • Grab available in main areas

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Tips for Visiting Beaches

Check Monsoon Windows

Andaman coast beaches (Phuket, Krabi) have rough seas May–October. Gulf beaches (Samui, Hua Hin) are roughest October–December. Plan your beach trip around these windows for calm water and safe swimming.

Go Early for Empty Sand

Even the busiest beaches are nearly deserted before 9 AM. Sunrise walks on Kata, Chaweng, or Railay are magical — and you'll beat the heat for a morning swim.

Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen

Many Thai marine parks ban chemical sunscreens that damage coral. Bring reef-safe (mineral/zinc-based) sunscreen from home — it's harder to find and pricier in Thailand.

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