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Pearl of Samui

A beachfront villa resort on Lamai Beach, offering private cottages, a pool, and direct beach access.

4.7(118)
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Hours
Daily 08:00–23:00

Book Shoulder Season

May–June and September–October offer dramatic discounts (30–50% off peak rates) with fewer crowds. Weather is mixed but rarely a washout — afternoon showers clear quickly.

Details

Full opening hours
Monday08:00–23:00
Tuesday08:00–23:00
Wednesday08:00–23:00
Thursday08:00–23:00
Friday08:00–23:00
Saturday08:00–23:00
Sunday08:00–23:00

About Pearl of Samui

Situated along the quieter north side of Lamai Beach on Koh Samui's Thawi Rat Phakdi Road, Pearl of Samui is a small beachfront resort offering villa-style accommodation for those seeking a relaxed, low-key coastal stay. The property features well-maintained private villas and cottages positioned directly on the beach, making it a practical choice for travelers who want easy sand and sea access without the crowds of busier resort areas.

Guests can expect spacious, well-equipped rooms with large bathrooms, a swimming pool with ocean views, and an on-site restaurant. The atmosphere is notably quiet and peaceful, with the beachfront setting providing a genuine sense of retreat. The property is family-friendly and has drawn consistent praise for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and attentive management. The location places guests within a short walk of Lamai's night market and local restaurants, balancing seclusion with convenient access to the neighborhood's dining and nightlife.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026

Around here, on foot

Well-rated places within a short walk of Pearl of Samui, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.

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Reviews from Google

We are a family of 4 and after Railay and before heading to Koh Tao we have spent 3 nights in this beautiful place in Samui. Beautiful lovely cottages in front of the North Side of Lamai Beach. This side is not the best beach part of Lamai but you can reach center and south side very easily by a 5 minutes drive or 15-30 minutes walking (depending on what part of Lamai beach you want to stay) As we have extended our stay, we had the chance to be moved to the beautiful family villa facing the sea. We have enjoyed the nice and clean pool after spending full days at the beach Just 10-15 minutes walking to Lamai center and night market. Despite being close to the main road, rooms were very quiet at night and we could not hear any noise. We have received a very warm welcome from the host that also gave us some clues on the island. Everything is like the pictures. Pearl of Samui IS a PEARL and we would definetely come back here if we’ll visit Samui again.

Great resort, rooms are amazing and staff is so friendly and helpful! Everything was so clean and organized. The pool is great and view of the ocean is nice, the one thing we wish we knew in advance was that during low tide you can’t swim directly in front of the resort on the beach you have to walk down the beach but other than that it is perfect!

I just love this place, it's well maintained and I always feel welcomed there🥰 Location is very good, it can be a bit loud at night(main street), Villas are great and I love the pool. I will definitely be your guest again - thank you guys🙏

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206, Thawi Rat Phakdi Road, Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand

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Pearl of Samui: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pearl of Samui worth visiting?

Pearl of Samui holds a 4.7★ rating from 118 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated hotels & resorts in Koh Samui.

What are the opening hours of Pearl of Samui?

Pearl of Samui is typically open 08:00-23:00 — 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 Pearl of Samui?

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 Pearl of Samui located?

Pearl of Samui is at 206, Thawi Rat Phakdi Road, Tambon Maret, 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.

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