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Koh Samui
Koh Samui is Thailand's most developed and cosmopolitan island resort in the Gulf of Thailand, combining beautiful palm-fringed beaches, a sophisticated luxury hotel landscape, excellent spa culture, vibrant nightlife and stunning natural scenery of waterfalls and jungle-covered hills. From Chaweng and Lamai beaches to the Big Buddha Temple, Ang Thong Marine National Park and the outstanding Full Moon Party on nearby Koh Phangan, Koh Samui offers a complete tropical island experience.
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"Koh Samui has matured into one of Asia's finest luxury island destinations. The combination of outstanding hotels, beautiful beaches, excellent food and the natural scenery creates a destination that delivers at every level for those seeking a complete tropical resort experience."
Chaweng Beach is the most developed and vibrant beach on Koh Samui, a long stretch of white sand with excellent facilities, watersports and nightlife. Lamai provides a slightly quieter alternative with beautiful scenery. The Big Buddha Temple, or Wat Phra Yai, is the most distinctive landmark on the island. The Ang Thong Marine National Park, an archipelago of 42 islands approximately 30 kilometres from Koh Samui, provides one of the most beautiful sea kayaking and boat trip experiences in Thailand. The spa culture of Koh Samui is outstanding with numerous world class resort spas offering Thai massage and wellness treatments.
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Chaweng Beach
Koh Samui's most popular and vibrant beach with outstanding facilities and nightlife.
Ang Thong Marine Park
A stunning archipelago of 42 islands with outstanding sea kayaking and boat trips.
Samui Spa Culture
World class resort spas with outstanding Thai massage and wellness treatments.
Big Buddha Temple
Koh Samui's most distinctive landmark, a 12 metre golden Buddha above the sea.
Na Muang Waterfalls
Beautiful jungle waterfalls in the interior of the island accessible by elephant or motorbike.
Full Moon Party
The legendary monthly beach party on nearby Koh Phangan attracting thousands of visitors.
Hotels in Koh Samui
Koh SamuiAvani Hotels & Resorts
Koh Samui
Avani Chaweng Samui
Koh SamuiAvani Hotels & Resorts
Koh Samui
Avani Samui
Koh SamuiAnantara Hotels & Resorts
Koh Samui
Bophut Resort
Koh SamuiAnantara Hotels & Resorts
Koh Samui
Lawana Resort
Koh SamuiNH Collection Hotels & Resorts
Koh Samui