Koh Samui
Best time to be there
November to March. April is often the hottest month of the year, and also the month of the celebratory 'Songkran' festivals. May to October is the rainy season, with short bursts of rainstorms refreshing the green paddy fields once more.
Fly to
Bangkok (British Airways/Qantas/Eva Airways/Thai Airways)
flying time
11 hours 30 minutes non-stop
time difference
GMT +7 hours
Visas
Not required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area
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Off the Eastern coast of Thailand, Koh Samui is Thailand's third largest Island. After a 1 hour 20 minute flight from Bangkok, you step into paradise with soft sand beaches and swaying palms.
The island was first settled because of its suitability for growing large amounts of coconuts that could be harvested and sent to Bangkok and around the world. Today Koh Samui, which is characterised by its beautiful, long white beaches, crystal clear waters and verdant hinterland, has developed into one of the most well known beach destinations in the world. This sleepy island has, however, retained much of its charm as an un-spoilt island hideaway.
Suggested Koh Samui Accommodation
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Anantara Bo Phut Koh Samui Resort & Spa
Anantara Koh Samui Resort & Spa has 106 airy rooms and suites each has either a terrace or a balcony to take in the view. Traditional Thai architecture...
Banyan Tree Samui
This brand new 78 all-pool Villas resort combines the best elements of a tropical getaway with white beaches and sun.
Conrad Koh Samui
Conrad Koh Samui is situated on the Phang Ka Peninsula and is the only west-facing luxury resort in Koh Samui with stunning sunset views from every villa...
Four Seasons Koh Samui
The Four Seasons Koh Samui is a tropical retreat, located in a hidden, private cove on the pristine Lam Yai Bay beach. Cascading down a hillside rich with coconut trees and lush gardens...
Karma Samui
Situated in a private hollow on terraces that rise gently from the quiet sandy beach, the Pool Villas at Karma Samui offer stunning views of the Gulf of Thailand. Elements of Thai and contemporary...
Napasai
The Napasai is hidden amongst dense cashew and palm trees on the Mae Nam beach on the island's exclusive northern coast and the property’s extensive grounds ensure privacy and tranquillity...
SALA Samui
SALA Samui has a beautiful location and has 80 metres of white sandy beach in front of the property. The accommodation at SALA Samui is split into seven different categories...
Santiburi Beach Resort, Golf & Spa
Santiburu Beach Resort is a fantastic resort hotel perfect for all, with excellent facilities and an idyllic location. There are an array of watersports on offer with windsurfers and Hobie Cat sail boats...
Six Senses Samui
Six Senses Samui nestles on a gently sloping headland amongst 20 acres of indigenous vegetation. Perfectly located on the northern tip of Samui Island...
The Library
The Library, a member of Design Hotels is a new conceptual hotel set amongst luscious tropical grounds and the rolling waves of stunning Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui.
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