High Range Koh Samui Hotels and Resorts
Koh Samui has some excellent higher-end hotels and resorts, from beachfront resorts in Chaweng and Bophut to quieter luxury villas around Choeng Mon, Maenam, Lamai and the south of the island.
This page is for travellers who want a more comfortable stay, better facilities, beachfront locations, private pool villas or something a bit special. Use the Agoda links to check current rates, photos and availability before booking.
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Koh Samui Hotel Ranges
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I have listed a useful mix of higher-end Koh Samui hotels and resorts below. If you want to see more places, current prices and availability, use the Agoda search box below.
Pavilion Samui Villas & Resort
Pavilion Samui Villas & Resort is in Lamai and is a good higher-end option if you want beach access, resort facilities and a more relaxed area than Chaweng.
Lamai still has restaurants, bars and beach life, but the pace is generally easier than Chaweng. This can suit couples and families who want comfort without being right in the busiest part of the island.
Location: Lamai Beach, Koh Samui
Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort
Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort is one of the stronger high-end options on Bophut Beach. It is close to Fisherman’s Village, which makes it useful if you want resort comfort and easy evening wandering.
This is a good fit for couples and families who want a polished beachfront resort without staying in Chaweng. Bophut has a calmer feel, but still enough restaurants and atmosphere to keep things interesting.
Location: Bophut Beach, Koh Samui
Tolani Resort Koh Samui
Tolani Resort Koh Samui is the current name to use for the old X2 Samui Villas listing. It is in the quieter Hua Thanon / Laem Set side of the island and is more of a private villa-style resort than a standard beach hotel.
This area is better for relaxing than nightlife, so it suits travellers who want a quieter Samui stay and do not mind being away from the busier tourist beaches.
Location: Hua Thanon / Laem Set, Koh Samui
Bandara Spa Resort & Pool Villas, Samui
Bandara Spa Resort & Pool Villas, Samui is a beachfront resort in Bophut. It is a good option if you want resort facilities, a quieter beach area and easy access to Fisherman’s Village.
Bophut is one of Samui’s better areas for travellers who want beach, food and atmosphere without being right in the middle of Chaweng.
Location: Bophut Beach, Koh Samui
Centara Reserve Samui
Centara Reserve Samui is the current name to use for the old Centara Grand Beach Hotel / Centara Grand Beach Resort Samui listing. It is one of the main higher-end resorts on Chaweng Beach.
This is a strong choice if you want a luxury resort with a central Chaweng location. You get the comfort and facilities, but can still walk out to restaurants, shops and the livelier part of Samui.
Location: Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui
Chaweng Regent Beach Resort
Chaweng Regent Beach Resort is a long-running beachfront resort in central Chaweng. It is worth checking if you want a resort stay right in the main tourist area.
This is not the quietest part of Samui, but it is very convenient. Good for travellers who want the beach, restaurants and nightlife close by without needing taxis every time they leave the hotel.
Location: Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui
Nora Beach Resort & Spa
Nora Beach Resort & Spa is around north Chaweng, away from the noisiest centre but still close enough for access to Chaweng and the airport.
This can be a good option if you want resort facilities and a slightly quieter setting than central Chaweng, without feeling too far from everything.
Location: North Chaweng, Koh Samui
Nora Buri Resort & Spa
Nora Buri Resort & Spa is a larger resort-style stay near north Chaweng. It is a good one to check if you want pools, sea views and resort space, but still want to be within reach of Chaweng.
This suits travellers who want a higher-end Samui stay without being right in the middle of the busiest beach road.
Location: North Chaweng, Koh Samui
Rocky’s Boutique Resort
Rocky’s Boutique Resort is in the Lamai area and has a more personal boutique feel than many larger Samui resorts. It is a good one to check if you want something with character.
Lamai is generally easier-going than Chaweng, and this resort works well for travellers who want comfort without the big-resort feel.
Location: Lamai, Koh Samui
Silavadee Pool Spa Resort
Silavadee Pool Spa Resort is a higher-end resort around Laem Nan, between Lamai and Chaweng. It is a good option if you want sea views, pool villas and a quieter luxury resort feel.
This is better for a stay-and-relax holiday than for walking out into busy nightlife. Bring a book, or pretend you are going to read one.
Location: Laem Nan / Lamai Area, Koh Samui
Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui
Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui is the current name to use for the old The Tongsai Bay Hotel listing. It is a secluded luxury resort around Tongsai Bay, near Choeng Mon.
This is a strong choice if you want a quieter high-end resort with a private-bay feel, rather than staying in the main Chaweng or Lamai areas.
Location: Tongsai Bay / Choeng Mon, Koh Samui
Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa
Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa is around the Laem Nan / Lamai side of the island. It is a good high-end choice if you want a quieter resort stay with sea views and proper facilities.
This is better for travellers who want a relaxed resort atmosphere rather than staying in the busiest part of Samui.
Location: Laem Nan / Lamai Area, Koh Samui
Santiburi Koh Samui
Santiburi Koh Samui is one of the main higher-end resort choices on Maenam Beach. It is a good option for travellers who want space, gardens, beachfront comfort and a calmer part of the island.
Maenam is much quieter than Chaweng, so this works well for families, couples and anyone who prefers a more relaxed beach holiday.
Location: Maenam Beach, Koh Samui
Sareeraya Villas & Suites
Sareeraya Villas & Suites is a higher-end resort at the quieter northern end of Chaweng. It can suit travellers who want a luxury-style stay while still being close to Chaweng’s restaurants and nightlife.
This is a good compromise if you want Chaweng nearby but do not want to sleep right in the thick of it.
Location: North Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui
SALA Samui Choengmon Beach
SALA Samui Choengmon Beach is the current name to use for the old Sala Samui Resort & Spa listing. It is a high-end resort on Choeng Mon Beach, away from the busiest parts of Samui.
Choeng Mon is a good area if you want a quieter beach stay with quality resorts nearby. This is a strong option for couples, families and anyone who wants the polished Samui resort experience.
Location: Choeng Mon Beach, Koh Samui
The Library
The Library is a stylish high-end hotel on Chaweng Beach. It is one of Samui’s more distinctive luxury options, with a design-led feel rather than the usual tropical resort look.
This is a good one to check if you want something different, but still want the convenience of Chaweng Beach and the central part of the island.
Location: Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui
Six Senses Samui
Six Senses Samui is one of the island’s well-known luxury resorts, set on the northern headland with a quieter, more private feel than the main beach areas.
This is the sort of place to check if you want a proper high-end resort stay, sea views and a more secluded setting. Not exactly backpacker territory, unless your backpack is full of money.
Location: North Koh Samui Headland