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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Lamai Cocktails

4.8(751)

เลขที่124/93 ม.3 Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand

A cocktail bar in Koh Samui's Lamai beach area, known for skilled bartending and a relaxed evening atmosphere.

Tikibox Bar

4.8(480)$$$$

162 212 หมู 2 Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A tiki-themed cocktail bar in Bo Put with happy hour deals, great vibes, and food worth sticking around for.

LOCO Bar

4.8(39)$$$$

162/3, ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand

A laid-back Koh Samui bar near the night market, loved for cheap cocktails and a friendly, relaxed vibe.

Soi Reggae Bar Street – Chaweng Nightlife Area

4.8(23)$$$$

G364+MRV, Soi reggae, Tambon Bo Put, Chaweng, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Free pool tables, bars open till 3am, and a crowd that actually talks to each other.

Garden Station & View Point

4.8(32)$$$$

GXHQ+FQ6, Mae Nam, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A scenic hilltop bar and viewpoint in Mae Nam with sweeping views and a relaxed garden setting.

Hidden Gem

The Viper Room Rock Pub

4.8(136)$$$$

124/444, ตำบล มะเร็ต อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84310, Thailand

A beloved rock and metal pub in Koh Samui's Maret area, known for welcoming hosts and a tight-knit community vibe.

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The Deck Beach Club

4.7(1,213)

147, 41, Tambon Bophut, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A beachfront bar and restaurant in Bophut offering Asian fusion food, sunset views, and a relaxed tropical atmosphere.

Rock Bar

4.7(1,467)$$$$

92 84310 126/92 Moo 3 Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand

Reggae, floor cushions and a seat on the actual rocks, with cold beer at prices that won't sting.

Bar Bohem

4.7(140)$$$$

58, 1 Bangrak Reach Rd, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A character-filled cocktail bar in Bo Put known for handcrafted drinks and genuine hospitality.

Cocktails By Pik

4.7(924)$$$$

124 41หมู่ที่ 3 ถนน เลียบ Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand

Budget cocktail bar in Maret with generous happy hour deals, free snacks, and a laid-back road-watching vibe.

Rasta Bar

4.7(248)$$$$

37/2 ถนนคนเดินเฉวง Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Laid-back reggae bar in Bo Put with free pool, live music, and cheap drinks in a cozy, welcoming setting.

Hidden Gem

Chill Bar Samui

4.7(53)

64, 12 4169, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A laid-back bar on Koh Samui's main road where visitors can drink, play games, and watch the world go by.

Elephant Beach Club

4.6(2,272)$$$$

159 moo2, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

More resort than club, really, with bungalows, a pool and a beachfront bar that runs from breakfast to 1am.

Bamboo Bar

4.6(588)$$$$

82 8, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Casual Bo Put cocktail bar serving budget-friendly drinks alongside Thai and Italian food daily from 12:30 PM.

Woobar

4.6(196)

4/1 Moo 1 Tambol, ตำบล แม่น้ำ Koh Samui, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84330, Thailand

A well-regarded bar on Koh Samui offering a relaxed evening atmosphere away from the busiest tourist strips.

Speed Lounge & Bar

4.6(206)$$$$

109, 1 ตำบล มะเร็ต Koh samui, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84310, Thailand

Lamai's go-to live music bar, offering a relaxed yet festive atmosphere with a resident band that keeps crowds coming back.

Hidden Gem

Ultra Bar Samui

4.6(77)

Beach, Soi Reggae 3/7, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84140, Thailand

A sports bar and nightclub on Koh Samui's Bo Put beach strip, known for cold beers, football, and cocktails.

The Palms Bar & Grill Samui

4.5(561)$$$$

162/6 Moo 2, Chaweng, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Live rock music bar and grill in Chaweng, open nightly until 3 AM with a loyal local following.

CLUB SEEN Koh Samui

4.5(1,681)

Sala Koy Road Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A day-into-evening beach club with real DJ bookings, and it shuts at 11pm, so plan around that.

Sound Club Samui

4.5(955)

195 19 ตำบล บ่อผุด Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A high-energy techno and electronic music club in Bo Put, open nightly from 10 PM to 6 AM.

Hidden Gem

CU CLUB&RESTAURANT

4.5(56)

ทางขึ้นเขาหัวจุก ม.2, ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand

A late-night bar and club tucked away in Koh Samui's Chaweng area, known for its all-night energy and friendly staff.

Sandbox - Pink Sand Beach Club

4.4(81)

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

A beachside bar and club on Chaweng Beach offering daytime drinks and a relaxed coastal vibe.

The Temple Bar Irish Pub Koh Samui

4.4(43)

162, 119 Chaweng Beach Rd, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A friendly Irish pub on Chaweng Beach Road serving drinks and good vibes from morning till late.

Coco Tam’s

4.4(6,762)$$$$

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

Bean bags on the sand, a nightly fire show, and pizza that's genuinely worth ordering.

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