Thailand’s second largest island, Koh Samui, is simply spectacular. If ever there was a perfect luxury villa rental vacation location, the island of Samui is it. Seemingly endless pure white sand beaches and cobalt blue skies with flashes of green palm fronds swaying in the gentle breeze, Koh Samui is an authentic beach paradise.
Set in the warm waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Samui’s international airport makes it an easy-to-reach destination for mini-breaks and longer holidays. Koh Samui pursuits are all about being by the beach and everything else is a bonus. The liveliest villa location is on the island’s east coast by Chaweng Beach, where you can enjoy hedonistic delights before retreating to a chilled-out villa spot. Over on the west coast, Taling Ngam has a nostalgically castaway ambiance. Lipa Noi, just up from Taling Ngam, is another secluded beauty with powdery white sands and a long stretch of shallow waters. With its beautiful chedi, the long, yet narrow stretch of sands at Laem Sor on Koh Samui’s southern tip promise luxurious peace and quiet. Lamai Beach, on the east coast, is renowned as one of the island’s best beaches and an upscale location in which to relax.
Aside from stunning beaches, Koh Samui is perfect for scuba diving and snorkeling, kayaking and kite surfing. Meanwhile, boat trips explore the clear waters of nearby Ang Thong National Marine Park. With its Big Buddha statue, Koh Samui is a relaxed villa rental vacation experience with fine gourmet restaurants to savor too.