Koh Samui beaches

Koh Samui Beaches

Discover 52 kilometers of coastline across 15 distinct beaches

15 beaches
Bophut Beach - north coast of Koh Samui
North Coast

Bophut Beach

3.5 km of coastline

A long, quiet beach with authentic local character, traditional fishing village atmosphere, and excellent solitude.

Solitude seekersLong beach walksAuthentic Thai experience
Choeng Mon Beach - north coast of Koh Samui
North Coast

Choeng Mon Beach

1.5 km of coastline

The island's most protected beach with calm, shallow waters, making it absolutely perfect for families with young children.

Families with young children (absolute best)Calm water seekersPaddleboarding and kayaking
Maenam Beach - north coast of Koh Samui
North Coast

Maenam Beach

7 km of coastline

Koh Samui's longest beach at 7 km, with powdery white sand, palm-lined shores, family-friendly shallow water, and atmospheric sunset views with Koh Phangan silhouetted across the water.

Long beach walksFamilies seeking peaceMorning beach runners
Big Buddha Beach - east coast of Koh Samui
East Coast

Big Buddha Beach

0.5 km of coastline

A cultural beach combining relaxation with spiritual heritage, featuring the iconic Big Buddha statue as a unique backdrop.

Cultural touristsPhotographers (statue backdrop)Families wanting cultural + beach combination
Chaweng Beach - east coast of Koh Samui
East Coast

Chaweng Beach

5 km of coastline

Koh Samui's longest and most vibrant beach, featuring powdery white sand, extensive amenities, and an electric nightlife scene.

Social atmosphereNightlife seekersWater sports enthusiasts
Chaweng Noi - east coast of Koh Samui
East Coast

Chaweng Noi

1 km of coastline

A quieter alternative to main Chaweng Beach with the same excellent sand but significantly fewer crowds.

Those wanting Chaweng access without crowdsFamiliesCouples seeking quieter atmosphere
Coral Cove Beach - east coast of Koh Samui
East Coast

Coral Cove Beach

0.2 km of coastline

A secluded rocky cove offering the island's best snorkeling, with dramatic rock formations and genuine solitude.

Serious snorkelers and diversPhotographersSolitude seekers
Lamai Beach - east coast of Koh Samui
East Coast

Lamai Beach

4.5 km of coastline

One of Samui's longest beaches at 4.5 km, with golden sand, a laid-back atmosphere, iconic Hin Ta and Hin Yai rock formations, and a Sunday night market. A more relaxed alternative to Chaweng.

Families seeking less crowding than ChawengBeach sports enthusiastsThose wanting amenities without overwhelming crowds
Silver Beach - east coast of Koh Samui
East Coast

Silver Beach

0.25 km of coastline

An intimate cove with exceptionally fine white sand and the best snorkeling on the east coast, perfect for families and couples.

Snorkeling enthusiastsFamilies with young childrenCouples seeking intimacy
Hua Thanon Beach - south coast of Koh Samui
South Coast

Hua Thanon Beach

1.5 km of coastline

A traditional Muslim fishing village beach on Koh Samui's southeast coast — authentic, cultural, and home to the island's best fresh seafood. Come for the village atmosphere, not the swimming.

Cultural experience seekersFresh seafood loversPhotographers interested in village life
Bang Makham Beach - west coast of Koh Samui
West Coast

Bang Makham Beach

1 km of coastline

A small, remote beach with spectacular unobstructed sunset views, perfect for adventurous explorers seeking genuine solitude.

Sunset viewing without crowdsAdventurous explorersPhotographers
Bang Po Beach - west coast of Koh Samui
West Coast

Bang Po Beach

3.5 km of coastline

A quiet local beach famous for its unique 'double sunset' reflections and excellent beachfront seafood dining.

Sunset reflection photographyBeachfront dining enthusiastsLocal Thai experience seekers
Lipa Noi Beach - west coast of Koh Samui
West Coast

Lipa Noi Beach

3.5 km of coastline

The island's premiere sunset destination with dramatic unobstructed views, soft white sand, and calm family-friendly waters.

Sunset viewing (absolute best)Romantic couplesPhotographers
Nathon Beach - west coast of Koh Samui
West Coast

Nathon Beach

0.5 km of coastline

Koh Samui's main town and ferry port — come for the street food, night markets, and sunsets, not the swimming.

Authentic Thai street food and marketsBudget shopping and local goodsSunset viewing from the promenade
Taling Ngam Beach - west coast of Koh Samui
West Coast

Taling Ngam Beach

2 km of coastline

The island's most remote and pristine beach with spectacular elevated sunset views and the famous Five Islands panorama.

Sunset photography enthusiastsRomantic getawaysSolitude and escape seekers

Find Your Perfect Beach

Best for Sunset

  • Lipa Noi Beach
  • Taling Ngam Beach
  • Bang Makham Beach

Best for Families

  • Choeng Mon Beach
  • Maenam Beach
  • Lipa Noi Beach

Best for Snorkeling

  • Silver Beach
  • Coral Cove Beach
  • Choeng Mon Beach

Best for Solitude

  • Bang Makham Beach
  • Bang Po Beach
  • Bophut Beach