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Beaches & Islands

Best Beaches & Islands in Koh Samui

Top-rated beaches & islands in Koh Samui, ranked by visitor ratings and reviews.

1
Ko Samui
4.5Ko Samui, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani, Thailand
Koh Samui

Sizable island with picturesque beaches, a rainforest, upscale hotels & the Big Buddha Temple.

2
Lamai Beach
4.3Lamai Beach, Surat Thani, Thailand
Koh Samui

White-sand beach lined with bars & restaurants, with rentable lounge chairs & palm trees.

3
Ko Pha Ngan
4.6Ko Pha-ngan District
Koh Samui

White-sand beaches & coconut trees on island known for its monthly Full Moon Party celebrations.

4
Bo Phut Beach
4.3Bo Phut Beach, Surat Thani, Thailand
Koh Samui

Modest beach featuring Fisherman's Village, which offers shops, restaurants, diving & more.

5
Chaweng Beach
4.3Chaweng Beach, Surat Thani, Thailand
Koh Samui

Long, spacious beach with an upbeat vibe featuring nearby resorts, restaurants & shopping.

6
Ko Tao
4.4Ko Tao
Koh Samui

Island offering scenic white sand beaches, coral reefs & scuba diving, with numerous resorts & bars.

7
Choeng Mon Beach
4.5Pure Beach Club Rd, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand
Koh Samui

A peaceful northern Koh Samui beach known for calm, lake-flat waters and a unique wave pattern where swells meet from both sides.

8
Coral Cove Beach
4.4F3R6+6GC, 4169, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand
Koh Samui

A sheltered small beach on Koh Samui's eastern coast, popular for snorkelling, kayaking, and a quieter seaside escape.

9
Ban Tai Beach
4.6HXM9+GRJ, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84330, Thailand
Koh Samui

A calm, scenic beach on Koh Samui's eastern coast, ideal for swimming, relaxing, and beachside dining.

10
Shark Bay
4.1Shark Bay, Bang Bumru, Bang Phlat, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
Koh Samui

A secluded bay off Koh Samui known for snorkeling, sea turtles, and the chance to spot baby sharks.