Koh Samui guesthouses - Bungalows Samui
Lots of options to match your price range
Samui has a wide range of guesthouses, offering plenty of options at reasonable prices. There are so many places to choose from, especially at Chaweng and Lamai where it is easy to stroll around until you find somewhere that suits your taste and budget. Bear in mind that these are very popular locations and the guesthouses nearest to the main nightlife centres tend to be noisier.
The beaches at Mae Nam and Choeng Mon are much quieter, but it's possible to find some peace and tranquility all over the island, with some great beachside locations, too. Since Samui has gone upmarket, you shouldn’t expect to find guesthouses right on the beach at backpacker prices, but, if you don’t insist on staying in Chaweng or Lamai, you’ll have more luck.
Here are our recommendations for bungalows and guesthouses on Samui:
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Samui guesthouses at Lamai Beach
Beer's House Beach Bungalows: Set right on the beach with good value, comfortable bungalows, Beer’s is one of the best budget options. It is also friendly and has a reasonable restaurant, too. Rooms 550-700 Baht. 161/4 Moo 4, Lamai Beach, tel: (077) 230 467, mobile: (081) 958 4494, email: mail@beerhousebungalow.com.
New Hut: Popular with visitors for years, New Hut is a welcoming place with a good restaurant and has basic huts with shared bathrooms. Usually very busy. Bungalows from 300 to 600 baht. Lamai Beach, tel: 089 729 8489.
Mira Mare: Has a range of bungalows, with fan and air conditioning both available. The fan rooms are set back from the beach and are good value, while the air-conditioned bungalows have better facilities and locale. Bungalows from 400-1,200 baht. 124/16 Moo 3, Lamai Beach, tel: (077) 424 262, fax: (077) 233 378, email: miramare-samui@hotmail.com.
The New Lamai Coconut Resort: A nicely laid-out resort with excellent bungalows, including good beachfront ones. Bungalows from 1,500-2,000 baht. 124/4 Moo 3 Lamai Beach, tel: (077) 232 169, 233 236, fax: (077)232 169
Sea Breeze Bungalows: Has a good range of rooms, with good value, simple wooden bungalows and more luxurious air-conditioned ones. It’s a friendly place with a good restaurant, too. Bungalows from 500-1,500 baht. 124/3 Moo 3, Lamai Beach, tel: (077) 424 258.
Samui guesthouses at Chaweng Beach
Matlang Resort: Situated on Chaweng Beach with great views out to Matlang Island, Matlang Resort has some good options for budget travellers. They are a short distance from the main nightlife areas, but far enough away to offer some peaceful relaxation. Rooms with fan are 800 Baht for garden view rooms and 2,000-4,000 baht for beach view rooms. 154/1 Moo 2, tel: (077) 230 468-9, fax:(077) 422172, email: matlangresort@gmail.com.
Dew Drop Hut: A genuine budget option guesthouse in Chaweng - bungalows are a good size, but basic. Prices at 400 baht low season, 600 baht in the high season.
Cheap bungalows can be found right on the beach
The Loft Samui: Designer hotel close to the beach on Chaweng Beach Road in Sri Lanka style and offering complete facilities. All 70 rooms (singles and doubles) have A/C, hot water, TV and fridge, plus it has a restaurant serving Thai and Western food along with free wireless internet. Rooms from 700-2,900 baht. 30/3 Moo 3, Chaweng Beach. Tel: (077) 413 420, 230 272, fax: (077) 413 420, email: customer@thefoffsamui.com.
Green Guesthouse: Located just off the beach (but on the beach side of the road), this place comes with clean and comfortable rooms. Fan rooms at 400-500 baht, air-conditioned 600-1,365 baht, 156/7 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, tel: (077) 422 611, fax: (077) 422 794.
Best Beach Bungalows: While it doesn’t quite live up to the name, this place is a decent budget option guesthouse, with simple wooden huts and a small beach restaurant. Fan huts are 500 baht, air-conditioned 1,000 baht. 167 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, Tel: (077) 422 410.
The Wave Samui: One of the last true backpacker guesthouses on Chaweng Beach Road, located a five-minute walk from the centre of the town and has friendly and accommodating staff. The English owners also provide a restaurant, bar and cheap internet. Rooms range in style and price from shared to suite. Shared, fan rooms at 400 baht per night, rooms with air conditioning and hot shower 850 baht, the Roof Terrace Suite 1,650 Baht. 11/5 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, Tel: (077) 230 803, email: information@thewavesamui.com.
Samui guesthouses at Bo Phut Beach
Baan Rom Mai Resort: Located in North Chaweng in a huge, peaceful tropical garden area, this small, quiet, clean resort has six Thai-style bungalows and 17 rooms - both fan rooms and air conditioned rooms are available. The centre of Chaweng is a 10-minute walk; the beach five minutes. Rooms from 700-1,800 baht. 119/5 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, tel: (077) 413 055, fax: (077) 412 786, email: baanrommairesort@yahoo.com.
Free House Bungalow: Situated on Bophut beach and one of the best guesthouse options here. They have a range of bungalows set in an attractive garden, and there are some great views of Koh Phangan from the beach. Prices start at 600 baht for a small fan, 1,000 baht for air-conditioned bungalow. 175/7 Moo 1, Bophut Beach, tel: (077) 427 516, fax: (077) 427 724, email: freehouse@kohsamui.com.
Samui Heritage Resort: An elegant boutique-style hotel combining the serenity of the natural environment and the convenience of a busy urban area. Ocean breezes cool guests against the tropical heat while the spectacular surrounding mountains endow a feeling of peace and relaxation. Suites available. Rooms from 1,750-5,900 baht. 157/43 Moo1, Bophut Beach, tel: (077) 246 246, fax: (077) 246 247 email: info@samuiheritageresort.com, reservation@samuiheritageresort.com.
Sunny Resort: A small guesthouse just on the edge of Bophut, with clean and comfortable bungalows and good views. The beach here is a bit rocky, although it’s just a short walk to a sandier spot. Rooms rates 1,500 -2,000 baht. 123/190 Moo 1, Bophut Beach, tel: (077) 427 031, mobile: 081 9788 905.
The Red House: In the heart of fisherman’s village is this antique Chinese house with three beautifully-designed rooms and sea views. Has a café and roof terrace, too. Rooms from 1,500-2,000 baht (depending on season). 51/8 Moo1, Bophut Beach (Fisherman's Village), tel: (077) 425 686, fax: (077) 245 647.
Samui guesthouses at Big Buddha Beach
Samui Pier Resort: Located on Big Buddha Beach and set in a large garden with swimming pool, Samui Pier also has a restaurant and bar onsite. Accommodation is in small bungalows up to family-size ones. Rooms from 700-4,000 baht. 30/5 Moo 4, Bangrak Beach, tel: (077) 417 337, fax: (077) 962 249, email: reservations@samuipierresort.com.
Kinaree: A well established resort right on the beach, all bungalows at Kinaree have A/C and TV, plus there is also a restaurant serving good Thai food. They have both standard rooms and beachfront bungalows. Rooms from 600-1,800 baht. 73/2 Moo4, Big Buddha Beach, tel: (077) 245 111, email: info@kinnareeresortsamui.com.
Ban Sabai Big Buddha Retreat & Spa: Romantic accommodation on the beach and a place to relax for wellness. Ban Sabai Big Buddha do health, detox and weight-loss programmes. Rooms from 2,295 baht. 59 Moo 4, Big Buddha Beach, tel: (077) 245 175, 427 444, fax: (077) 425 176, email: big-budha@ban-sabai.com.
Secret Garden: A popular place, with comfy bungalows and many return visitors. Also has a beachfront restaurant. Bungalows from 1,200 to 2,500 baht. 22/1 Moo4, Ban Bangrak, Big Buddha Beach, tel: (077) 245 255.
Samui guesthouses at Mae Nam Beach
Moon Huts: Has some great bungalows and is situated right on Mae Nam Beach. Bungalows range in size and style, some with fan and others with air conditioning. There’s also a bar and restaurant onsite and staff are friendly. Bungalows from 500-3,000 baht (fan/AC). 67/2 Moo1, Mae Nam Beach, tel: (077) 425 247, email: info@moonhutsamui.com.
Hutcha Resort: Hutcha is a lovely resort of luxury stucco huts tucked into the gorgeous area around Maenam Beach. Facilities include swimming pool, spa and complimentary American breakfast as standard. Rates from 1,100 baht for a fan room to 2,990 baht for private a/c villa. 82 / 11 Moo 1, Maenam, Koh Samui, Tel : +66 (0) 77 425 555, +66 (0) 77 960 701, email: reservation@hutcharesort.com
New Lapaz: Popular place on a great stretch of beach, with good value bungalows, especially the ones set back from the beach. Rooms are all air-conditioned and there is also a pool and good restaurant. Rooms 400 – 1,500 baht. 18/1 Moo 1, Mae Nam Beach, tel: (77) 425 296.
Samui guesthouses at Choeng Mon Beach
Choeng Mon Bungalows(Choeng Mon Beach Hotel & Spa): This is a good option for those looking for a budget guesthouse, with comfortable and clean bungalows in a pleasant setting. Bungalows from 650 – 2,200 baht. 24/3 Moo 5, Choeng Mon Beach, tel: (077) 425 372, fax: (077) 425 219, email: siriyong@samart.co.th.
Updated and correct: January 2012
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