Best Nightlife & Bars in Koh Samui

60 places found in Koh Samui

Discover the best nightlife & bars in Koh Samui, Thailand. Tropical island paradise with palm-fringed beaches Whether you're planning your first visit or returning to explore more, our curated selection highlights the top-rated nightlife & bars that Koh Samui has to offer, complete with ratings, reviews, and practical visitor information.

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100 Degrees East

5.0(690)

23, Bangrak Beach T, 5, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A highly regarded tour operator running snorkeling, kayaking, and diving trips to Ang Thong National Marine Park.

Samsara Cocktail Bar & Lounge

5.0(26)

179, Lamai, 11 Thanon Had Lamai, Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand

A chilled cocktail bar and lounge in Lamai with pool tables, sports screenings, and creative drinks.

Hidden Gem

Liquid Lounge Social Bar

5.0(110)

Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A welcoming social bar in Bo Put where owner Chris ensures every guest feels at home.

Hidden Gem

Vibration

5.0(59)

14, 53, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A live music bar on Koh Samui celebrated for jam sessions, craft beer, and a soulful, free-spirited atmosphere.

Hidden Gem

Black Box

5.0(45)

3, 191, Tambon Bo Put, Koh Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A lively cocktail bar and nightclub in Koh Samui with DJ sets, games, and a buzzing atmosphere.

Hidden Gem

The Secret Sawan

5.0(63)

227/142 ตำบล แม่น้ำ Tambon Mae Nam, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A chilled beachfront bar on Maenam with direct sand access, relaxed vibes, and a famously welcoming owner.

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Good Life Bar

5.0(287)

124 Thanon Had Lamai, Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand

A laid-back dive bar on Lamai Beach offering pool, weed cocktails, edibles, tattoos, and genuinely friendly vibes.

Reggae Bar

4.9(274)

H3PC+M8H, Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A hidden gem in Bo Put serving standout food and cold drinks in a supremely relaxed, no-frills setting.

Hidden Gem

Samui Sunshine Bar

4.9(137)

17, 136 Chaweng Beach Rd, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A hidden-gem cocktail bar on Chaweng Beach Road, known for great-value drinks and a warm, friendly vibe.

SUVARN BAR

4.9(155)

Chaweng Garden beach Resort 162 Chaweng Beach Rd, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A cocktail bar inside Chaweng Garden Beach Resort, open nightly from 6 PM with expertly crafted drinks and attentive staff.

Garnish.Samui

4.9(269)

50 2nd floor, Moo1, Fisherman Village, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

An experimental cocktail bar on Koh Samui's Fisherman's Village second floor, where every drink is crafted with creative precision.

The Powder Room

4.9(184)

168, 62 Chaweng Beach Rd, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A polished bar on Chaweng Beach Road open Wednesday to Sunday evenings, drawing a refined nightlife crowd.

Teddy Weed Beach

4.9(1,198)

109, Lamai, 59, Tambon Maret, Subdistrict, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand

Beachfront cannabis bar on Lamai Beach with cocktails, Thai food, shisha, and nightly fire shows.

Hidden Gem

Nimo Bar Cocktail (U-BmyGuest)

4.9(49)

88 97 เชิง ม น Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A lively cocktail bar in Choeng Mon with great music, pool, darts, and a famously welcoming owner.

Hidden Gem

The Gin Run

4.9(103)

38/2 Moo 3, Borpud, Chaweng Beach, ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand

A specialist gin bar at Centara Koh Samui, known for house-made infused gins and expertly crafted cocktails.

Hidden Gem

House of Suzy

4.9(119)

Baan Lamai, 144, 24 ตำบล มะเร็ต อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84310, Thailand

A sophisticated cocktail bar in Lamai with skilled mixologists, live music, and an upscale yet welcoming atmosphere.

Meeting Bar Samui – Live Music & Thai Food

4.9(321)$$$$

177/53 หมู่1 Tambon Mae Nam, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A laid-back live music bar in Mae Nam serving authentic Thai food, cocktails, and nightly open jam sessions.

Hidden Gem

Rango Bar

4.9(105)$$$$

14/68 ม.2 Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A lively cocktail bar in Bo Put with live music, friendly staff, and standout mojitos and Mai Tais.

The Third Day Beach Club

4.8(242)

122/73 moo 3, Maret Subdistrict, Beach, ถนน หาดละไม ตำบล มะเร็ต อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84310, Thailand

Beachfront bar and cafe on Lamai Beach offering sun beds, food, and drinks from morning to evening.

Hidden Gem

C Bar

4.8(72)

G3M6+6JC, Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A well-regarded bar in Bo Put, Koh Samui, open daily with a long stretch of daytime hours.

Sand Deck

4.8(959)

200 Tambon Bo put, samui district, ตำบล บ่อผุด Surathani, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand

Beachfront bar on Koh Samui's quieter northern coast, open daily for drinks and dining by the sea.

Hidden Gem

Sawasdee Bar

4.8(65)

Dara Samui Beach Resort Chaweng 162/2 2 ถนน หาดเฉวง Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A converted van bar in Chaweng serving 99 Baht cocktails with live music and a buzzing open-air vibe.

Cabanas Beach Club

4.8(266)

Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A stylish beachfront pool club in Bo Put with a resident DJ, quality food, and a reliably relaxed vibe.

Insolite

4.8(287)

124, 365, Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand

Adventure tour operator offering 4x4 island explorations, diving, snorkeling, and national park trips on Koh Samui.

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When is the best time to visit Koh Samui?

The best months for Koh Samui are January – September, and the rainy season runs October – December.