From lively Chaweng to hidden coves – the beaches worth your time.
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1Beach · East coast · Chaweng
Samui's most famous beach: 5 km of soft, dreamy sand and crystal clear water, lined with beach clubs and restaurants. The place to be if you want energy, food and nightlife all within walking distance.
2Beach · Between Chaweng and Lamai · Crystal Bay
For many people the most beautiful beach on Samui. Soft sand, clear water and beautiful rock formations all around. Perfect for families, with several nice restaurants right on the beach.
3Beach · Between Chaweng and Lamai · Coral Cove
A small, quiet cove framed by big granite rocks and clear water. One of the best spots on the island for snorkelling straight from the beach, with a little café on the sand.
4Beach · North-east · Choeng Mon
A lovely curved bay with soft white sand and shallow, gently sloping water – one of the best beaches on Samui for children. Plenty of restaurants and sunbeds, but a much calmer feel than Chaweng.
5Beach · Fisherman's Village · Bophut
A peaceful north-facing beach best known for Fisherman's Village, with its food markets and many high-end restaurants on the sand. Few boats and jet skis, so it stays quiet.
6Beach · East coast · Chaweng Noi
Hidden away from the crowds, right next to the main Chaweng beach. Very beautiful, with palm trees hanging over the water, rock formations and a few hotel restaurants on the sand.
7Beach · North coast · Maenam
The north of the island is famous for Maenam beach – more chilled and laid back, with calm water and many established hotels and resorts. If you want to get away from the crowds, this might be your beach.
8Beach · North-west · Ban Tai
A quiet, peaceful beach west of Maenam with clear water and an uninterrupted view of the sunset. Not crowded at all – a perfect place to slow down.
9Beach · North-east · Tongson Bay
Another hidden gem of Koh Samui. A small, secluded bay with a few Thai restaurants and calm, shallow water. Not much to do – and that's exactly why it's so nice to relax here.
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