Lido Beach Bar
A beachside bar on Koh Samet open daily from noon, offering a relaxed spot to drink into the night.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 12:00–00:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
Carry Your Passport or a Copy
Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, especially in Bangkok's Thonglor, RCA, and Sukhumvit areas. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Details
Full opening hours
Why go, and how to do it well
Lido Beach Bar brings a laid-back seaside atmosphere to Koh Samet, one of the Gulf of Thailand's most popular island escapes within reach of Bangkok. Open every day from midday until midnight, it caters to both afternoon loungers and those looking to carry the evening on longer after the sun goes down. The mid-range pricing makes it an accessible option for travelers who want a proper beach bar experience without blowing their budget.
Visitors can expect the kind of casual, unhurried vibe that defines Koh Samet's bar scene — cold drinks, ocean views, and an easy crowd mixing locals with tourists. As a bar and pub, the focus is on drinks and atmosphere rather than a full dining experience, making it a natural stop for sundowners or a relaxed night out on the island.
Practically speaking, Koh Samet sits within Rayong Province and is reached by ferry from Ban Phe pier, so factor in travel time when planning an evening out. The bar opens at noon, meaning it works equally well for an afternoon beer or a late-night wind-down. No booking appears necessary, and the walk-in, come-as-you-are nature of the venue suits the island's generally informal dress code. There is no website listed, so visiting in person is the straightforward way to check current drink specials or any changes to the schedule.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Around here, on foot
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Lido Beach Bar, round out your day in Koh Samet with contrasting stops nearby.
HF86+FQ5, Phe, Mueang Rayong District, Rayong, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Know the Closing Times
Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.
Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.
Arrange Your Ride Home
Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.
Lido Beach Bar: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lido Beach Bar worth visiting?
Lido Beach Bar holds a 4.3★ rating from 52 Google reviews — a strong rating for nightlife & bars in Koh Samet.
What are the opening hours of Lido Beach Bar?
Lido Beach Bar is typically open 12:00–00:00 — 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.
How expensive is Lido Beach Bar?
Lido Beach Bar is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Koh Samet.
When is the best time to visit Lido Beach Bar?
The best months to visit Koh Samet are November – April (driest island near Bangkok), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Weekends & Thai public holidays — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Thai long weekends (crowds, not weather).
Where is Lido Beach Bar located?
Lido Beach Bar is at HF86+FQ5, Phe, Mueang Rayong District, Rayong, Thailand, in Koh Samet. Getting around Koh Samet: Green songthaews between the pier and the beaches; Walking — the east-coast beaches connect via a coastal path.
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