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A poolside area with lounge chairs and a thatched-roof structure.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A beach hotel named Blue Turtle with a thatched roof and a signboard.

A table with two chairs, a surfboard, and a view of the beach with boats.

1. Blue Turtle Hotel Samui

1.3 km from Central Samui

Hannah

SAR 106

SAR 127 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A resort pool with a clear view of the ocean, surrounded by palm trees and a sandy beach.

A spacious lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees and a building with large windows.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements.

2. Centara Reserve Samui

Chaweng City Center, 1.5 km from Central Samui

ADAM LLOYD

SAR 865

SAR 1,043 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A beach with lounge chairs and a boat on the water.

A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a wooden ceiling.

A row of stationary bikes in a gym with white walls and a large window.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a round mirror, and a wooden panel wall.

3. SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort

1.1 km from Central Samui

Courtney

SAR 736

SAR 887 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A clear blue sea with people swimming and walking on the beach.

A swimming pool with tiled blue and green patterns, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs with umbrellas.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and a traditional building with a sign indicating 'Reception' and 'Superior Rooms'.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

4. J4 Hotel Samui

Chaweng City Center, 0.3 km from Central Samui

Gregory

SAR 117

SAR 143 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A beach with two sun loungers and a yellow umbrella under a tree.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a wooden fence and palm trees.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking the ocean.

A wooden pathway flanked by lush greenery and traditional wooden buildings with balconies.

5. Buri Rasa Village Samui Adults Only

Chaweng City Center, 1 km from Central Samui

David

SAR 416

SAR 507 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden deck with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A poolside dining area with tables set for two, overlooking a pool and a beach.

A beach with two wooden lounge chairs under a white umbrella, clear blue water, and distant hills.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa with cushions, a wooden chair, a small table, and a view of the ocean through a glass door.

6. Banana Fan Sea Resort

Chaweng City Center, 1.1 km from Central Samui

Omri

SAR 394

SAR 483 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern indoor swimming pool with a glass bottom, surrounded by white walls and wooden decks.

A beach with clear blue sky and ocean waves.

A narrow, brick-walled corridor with a wooden floor and a tree in the center.

An outdoor dining area with wooden flooring, tables, and chairs, overlooking a body of water and mountains in the background.

7. The Library

Chaweng City Center, 0.6 km from Central Samui

SAR 775

SAR 934 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A bedroom with two beds, a view of greenery outside, and a balcony.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a basket, and a small elephant plush toy on the bed.

A reception area with wooden paneling, a reception desk, chairs, and potted plants.

A corridor with wooden flooring, a bench, and potted plants on shelves.

8. JALMIN Samui Hotel

0.8 km from Central Samui

"I had a fantastic stay at Jalmin Boutique Hotel and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Koh Samui. The hotel is beautifully presented, and our room was spotless, comfortable, and surprisingly quiet. One of the things we loved most was the location. It’s just a two-minute walk from the beach and only five minutes from the heart of Chaweng, with all of the restaurants, bars, and shops nearby. Despite being so close to everything, there was absolutely no noise in our room, which meant we...

Amy

SAR 123

SAR 176 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, tables, and chairs under a tree canopy.

A spacious, modern bar area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a tropical mural on the wall.

A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and tropical landscaping.

9. Chaweng Garden Beach Resort

Chaweng City Center, 0.3 km from Central Samui

Scott

SAR 228

SAR 277 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A resort with multiple buildings, a pool, and palm trees.

An aerial view of a resort with a pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a beach.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the sea.

A circular hot tub filled with water and rose petals, surrounded by wooden deck and bamboo screens, with a view of the ocean.

10. Sareeraya Villas & Suites

1.2 km from Central Samui

"Beautiful view from the second floor huge room was nothing but heaven for us Beach is within the hotel property and you can go swimming in the clear water directly from the hotel pool Food was good stuff were helpful Happy hour drinks are great The only reason for me to give only 4 starts is the not up to date room furniture and lack of spoiling things you expect from a 5 starts makes you feel more like a good 4 stars hotel"

Eliahu

SAR 591

SAR 702 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A deck with a wooden floor, yellow bean bags, and a white canopy.

A beach with clear turquoise water, a palm tree, and yellow bean bags.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a small inflatable boat, and a building with balconies and a sliding glass door.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a seating area with cushions, and a view of the sea at dusk.

11. The Stay Chaweng Beach Resort

Chaweng City Center, 0.7 km from Central Samui

Jeffrey

SAR 168

SAR 203 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A resort pool area with clear blue water, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A bar area with a brick wall, a large ceiling light fixture, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "CABANAS KOH SAMUI," a staircase leading to the lobby, and a view of the surrounding buildings.

12. Marasca Samui - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Chaweng City Center, 0.5 km from Central Samui

Laurent

SAR 592

SAR 703 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A poolside breakfast setup with a wicker basket filled with food and drinks, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, palm trees, and well-lit pathways.

A modern restaurant with wooden ceiling panels, wicker pendant lights, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and the ocean.

A beach with white lounge chairs and purple cushions, arranged in rows under large umbrellas.

13. La Vida Samui

0.9 km from Central Samui

Natalie

SAR 279

SAR 336 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern dining area with a chandelier, a view of the ocean, and a bar area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

A serene infinity pool with a seating area featuring cushions and a small table with bottles.

A modern outdoor patio with stone walls, a glass enclosure, and outdoor furniture.

14. The Secret Pool Villas By The Library

Chaweng City Center, 0.6 km from Central Samui

Don

SAR 1,723

SAR 2,073 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "COSI Sangkawit Beach".

A person lying on a blue sofa with a window behind them.

A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "COSI SAMUI CHAWENG BEACH".

15. COSI Samui Chaweng Beach

0.2 km from Central Samui

AHARON

SAR 84

SAR 103 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A pathway leading to a thatched-roof structure surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A beach with three umbrellas and four lounge chairs.

A beachfront property with a thatched roof, palm trees, and a clear view of the ocean.

16. King's Garden Resort

Chaweng City Center, 0.7 km from Central Samui

Nicolene

SAR 248

SAR 298 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A room with a large bathtub, a wooden floor, a balcony with a railing, and a view of greenery and hills.

A hotel room with a bed, curtains, a window, a wooden table, a zebra-patterned pillow, and a plant.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water, surrounded by green artificial grass, and equipped with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

17. Alpha Gay Resort & Spa - Men Only

0.4 km from Central Samui

"Amazing stay! You feel welcome from the moment you make you reservation until you leave, with Jun (the hotel manager) in frequent contact with you to make sure you have the best experience. Staff is very kind and helpful. The hotel did not have many rooms occupied those days so we felt like the hotel was only for us. It was my first gay hotel and it was a great experience! Room was spacious (I just suggest a small renovation in the bathroom). Two amazing advantages: free late check out unless...

MIGUEL

SAR 287

SAR 341 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, multiple beachside umbrellas, and a sandy beach.

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean and umbrellas. There is a bed, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A beach with lounge chairs and blue umbrellas.

18. OZO Chaweng Samui

Chaweng City Center, 0.9 km from Central Samui

Daren Julian

SAR 262

SAR 311 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and red umbrellas, reflecting the surrounding palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.

Two beach chairs under red umbrellas with a view of the ocean and a distant island.

A modern building with a triangular roof and a covered entrance area with seating.

A spacious restaurant with wooden ceilings and multiple dining areas. Tables are set with placemats, plates, and cutlery.

19. Amari Koh Samui

1 km from Central Samui

ifat

SAR 386

SAR 458 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pool area with a table tennis table, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A room with a wooden floor, a bed with a headboard, a hanging clothes rack, a guitar, and a television on the wall.

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed with white linens, a tropical-themed pillow, and a view of the sea and palm trees.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

20. Lub d Koh Samui Chaweng Beach - Beachfront Vibrant Social Vibe

Chaweng City Center, 0.5 km from Central Samui

Arunesh

SAR 159

SAR 189 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Blue Turtle Hotel Samui	9.8 Exceptional 46 reviews	View
Centara Reserve Samui	9.6 Exceptional 337 reviews	View
SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort	9.6 Exceptional 447 reviews	View
J4 Hotel Samui	9.2 Wonderful 266 reviews	View
Buri Rasa Village Samui Adults Only	9.4 Exceptional 402 reviews	View

Top Central Samui Hotel Reviews

Muang Samui Spa Resort

8/10 Good

"This hotel and spa is wonderful, the property is well maintained and has the Thailand charm. I had spa treatments every day, the therapist made me feel like a princess. They have a clean and beautiful beach. I will definitely come back"

Montien House Chaweng Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great Staff, Great position and Great breakfast"

The Briza Beach Resort, Samui

10/10 Excellent

"Property is a tad steep so be in good physical condition to prevent injury. There are maps located throughout property, but straight forward top of hill reception and goes down to the restaurant and beach bar. Location is perfect central location on the that side of the island 10 min ride if that to many spots like Ark Bar and Central Samui. Staff is top notch and there to help.I booked unit with smoking patio and plunge pool, def advise to do the same in the hot months."

Chaweng Regent Beach Resort

8/10 Good

"amazing location"

The Stay Chaweng Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Les personnels sont bien accueillant 😜"

Malibu Beach Resort Samui

8/10 Good

"Very friendly and helpful staff. Cabins were nice. I’ve stayed here multiple times and have become a regular customer. Perfect location for swimming and bars."

Combo Beach Hotel Samui

10/10 Excellent

"House keeper was amazing"

OZO Chaweng Samui

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel was clean breakfast have lots choices of food staff was helpful walking distance to shopping and restaurant. I recommend this hotel"

Al's Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here for 4 nights in September during low season and absolutely loved it! The staff are so helpful and friendly. The resort itself was well kept and clean. The sand deck bar and restaurant is right on the beach, and has the best views and set up to just lounge in the sun all day. A pick of two pools to swim in as well! Overall it was an awesome time and would 100% come back here. Highly recommend."

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A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

Chaweng Beach

8.4/10 (1,978 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Chaweng Beach, a popular beach in Bophut. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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A food stall with a menu displaying various dishes and prices.

Chaweng Lake

7.0/10 (211 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chaweng Lake during your travels in Bophut. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Chaweng Night Market

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Chaweng Night Market during your trip to Bophut. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Samui International Muay Thai Stadium

7.6/10 (7 reviews)

Catch an event at Samui International Muay Thai Stadium during your trip to Bophut. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

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Ko Na Thian

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ko Na Thian during your travels in Bophut. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Chaweng Walking Street

7.4/10 (20 reviews)

During your trip to Bophut, you can do some window-shopping at Chaweng Walking Street. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the local tours.

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Phetch Buncha Thai Boxing Stadium

7.8/10 (78 reviews)

Catch an event at Phetch Buncha Thai Boxing Stadium during your trip to Bophut. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Tesco Lotus Koh Samui

During your visit to Bophut, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Tesco Lotus Koh Samui. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Central Samui?

Central Samui is located in a family-friendly area of Bophut known for its beautiful beaches and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 169 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Central Samui?

Adjacent to Central Samui, Chaweng Garden Beach Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast. Other good options within a short distance include Chaweng Regent Beach Resort and The Briza Beach Resort, Samui.

How many hotels are there close to Central Samui?

Expedia has 169 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Central Samui.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Central Samui, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Central Samui.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Central Samui?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Central Samui, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Central Samui?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Lamai Beach, Chaweng Beach, and Chaweng Noi Beach. Create some family memories at Samui Elephant Sanctuary Bophut, Mini Golf International, and Samui Karting while you're exploring the area around Central Samui. Enjoy nature at Bo Phut Beach, Coral Cove Beach, or Choeng Mon Beach.

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Our top choices for Central Samui hotels

1. Blue Turtle Hotel Samui

2. Centara Reserve Samui

3. SALA Samui Chaweng Beach Resort

4. J4 Hotel Samui

5. Buri Rasa Village Samui Adults Only

6. Banana Fan Sea Resort

7. The Library

8. JALMIN Samui Hotel

9. Chaweng Garden Beach Resort

10. Sareeraya Villas & Suites

11. The Stay Chaweng Beach Resort

12. Marasca Samui - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

13. La Vida Samui

14. The Secret Pool Villas By The Library

15. COSI Samui Chaweng Beach

16. King's Garden Resort

17. Alpha Gay Resort & Spa - Men Only

18. OZO Chaweng Samui

19. Amari Koh Samui

20. Lub d Koh Samui Chaweng Beach - Beachfront Vibrant Social Vibe

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Top Central Samui Hotel Reviews

Muang Samui Spa Resort

Montien House Chaweng Beach Resort

The Briza Beach Resort, Samui

Chaweng Regent Beach Resort

The Stay Chaweng Beach Resort

Malibu Beach Resort Samui

Combo Beach Hotel Samui

OZO Chaweng Samui

Al's Resort

Other attractions near Central Samui

Chaweng Beach

Chaweng Lake

Chaweng Night Market

Samui International Muay Thai Stadium

Ko Na Thian

Chaweng Walking Street

Phetch Buncha Thai Boxing Stadium

Tesco Lotus Koh Samui

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