Rounded granite boulders enclosing a turquoise tidal pool on the Koh Samui coast, Thailand

Cheap hotels & rooms in Koh Samui

Koh Samui is a palm-fringed island in the Gulf of Thailand, with beaches, resorts, spas and ferries to Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. Chaweng and Lamai have the most hotels, and quieter beaches are often cheaper.

Want a hotel in Koh Samui for less? Compare cheap hotels, discount rooms and last-minute hotel deals from the major booking sites in one place, then book directly at their price — we never add fees.

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Where to find cheap rooms in Koh Samui

Chaweng

The busiest beach, with nightlife and many hotels.

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Lamai

A relaxed beach with good-value stays.

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Bophut & Fisherman’s Village

A charming village with a walking-street market.

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Maenam

A quiet northern beach with budget bungalows.

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Map of cheap hotels in Koh Samui

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Photos of Koh Samui

When to book a cheap hotel in Koh Samui

December–August is mostly dry; October–December brings the heaviest rains.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I find cheap hotels in Koh Samui?

Maenam and Lamai usually have cheaper hotels than Chaweng.

How do I get to Koh Samui?

Fly to Samui Airport, or take a ferry from the mainland near Surat Thani.

When is the rainy season on Koh Samui?

Mainly October to December, unlike Thailand’s Andaman coast.