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Restaurants
569 within 5 kms

Duomo
2,668
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Mediterranean

Basilicom
785
0.3 km$ • Bar • Fast food • Mediterranean

Dara Serene Restaurant
1,004
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • Seafood • International • Thai

Curry Pot Indian Restaurant
456
0.1 km$$ - $$$ • Indian • Asian • Balti

Noi Restaurant
300
0.3 km$ • Thai • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options

Gringos Cantina Mexican Restaurant
906
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Mexican • Southwestern • International

Bar LE SUD koh Samui
219
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • French • Bar • Cafe

La Taverna
614
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Seafood

Siam Dreams
376
0.5 km$$ - $$$ • German • European • Thai

Galanga Restaurant
807
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Seafood • International • Asian
Attractions
67 within 10 kms

Chaweng Boxing Stadium
896
0.3 kmArenas & Stadiums

Central Festival Samui
810
0.5 kmShopping Malls

Divas Cabaret
1
0.4 kmCabarets

The Island Massage Spa
1
0.4 kmSports Camps & Clinics

Mary Help of Christians Church
7
0.5 kmChurches & Cathedrals

Pagoda Khao Hua Jook
203
1 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks

Thongson Beach
30
0.8 kmBeaches

Outlet Village Samui
14
0.6 kmFactory Outlets • Shopping Malls

Samui Elephant Sanctuary
1,009
3.6 kmNature & Wildlife Areas

Laem Din Market
198
1.3 kmFlea & Street Markets
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alex
Milan, Italy109 contributions
nice beach, too many hotels on it, a long row of hotels, most of them very low level. centara reserve the only one high level. The beach is full of people in high season, due to the many hotels on it....some part are more empty and cleaner. The sea was calm and warm in August.Sandy so no much visibility but perfect to take a swim...in low tide is more like a bath tube but fine enought anyway.
Written 16 August 2022
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i_buckley
Warrington, UK294 contributions
Family
This is very much a tourist beach but in Jul 22 was not crowded. Plenty of bars serving reasonably priced food and drink with sun loungers that are nicely spread out. The sand is soft and golden and the sea is warm and is shallow for a long way out so is great if you have small kids. There’s water sports available and is right in town.
Written 14 August 2022
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Baldwin
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia114 contributions
Beautiful place to be in Samui. If you're at the right spot, they even hv fire show performances on certain days of the week.
Written 10 August 2022
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Scott Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates33 contributions
Family
This beach is extremely clean and great for an early morning walk with family, friends or alone…
During the day it is becoming more and more busier which is good for the local economy…
It’s also a good beach for families with young children…
The street food is also amazing on the beach…
During the day it is becoming more and more busier which is good for the local economy…
It’s also a good beach for families with young children…
The street food is also amazing on the beach…
Written 8 August 2022
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Thomas Reprich
Toronto, Canada860 contributions
Couples
Chaweng Yai beach is a pleasure. Uncrowded (it is Augusy 2022 - early post-pandemic days).
The sand and eater are as pucture perfect as it gets. My pictures are all without filters.
There are plenty beach restaurants and clubs that will arrange a lounger and food/beverages on the beach.
The sand and eater are as pucture perfect as it gets. My pictures are all without filters.
There are plenty beach restaurants and clubs that will arrange a lounger and food/beverages on the beach.
Written 30 July 2022
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ROBERT HUDD
St. Neots, UK1,001 contributions
Couples
What an absolutely amazing place to go for a walk or chill out for the afternoon, bars and restaurants very close or you can just relax. Everything you need here and highly recommend a visit.
Written 27 July 2022
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welchy13
Melbourne, Australia81 contributions
Couples
Staying in a hotel right on the beach is the best .
Nice restaurants and beach is amazing .
Warm water
Fantastic views
Very relaxing 😎
Nice restaurants and beach is amazing .
Warm water
Fantastic views
Very relaxing 😎
Written 22 July 2022
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Flowing F
Si Racha, Thailand8 contributions
Couples
Good view and good beach
We recommended the best beach in koh samui.
Come to relaxing and chilling all days all nights.
Easy to find Hotel and restaurants.
We recommended the best beach in koh samui.
Come to relaxing and chilling all days all nights.
Easy to find Hotel and restaurants.
Written 8 July 2022
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Joline A
Lafayette, IN268 contributions
Couples
I’d highly recommend visiting this beach. The water is so clear and you can walk out pretty far into the ocean. It’s a white sand beach and a wonderful spot for the day.
Written 2 July 2022
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Dirk B
Wildberg, Germany47 contributions
wonderful to walk this endless beach. We really enjoyed a long afternoon stroll there. Water is warm and shallow
Written 22 June 2022
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Roadrunner444
Telford, UK249 contributions
Hi. I'm thinking of staying at First bungalow resort South Chaweng and I love swimming. Is the swimming good there with no rocks or are there better placesto swim? Thank you.
Delaney
Singapore, Singapore222 contributions
The beach there is nice! Do note there are rocks over to the left side of the beach from first bungalow. Otherwise the beach /water is a clear stretch to the right. I'd say it's good for a swim!
Enrico U
45 contributions
Buongiorno, alloggero a luglio in un resort in questa spiaggia,ho letto che una zona è più bella dell'altra sapete dirmi qual è? Alloggero al samui resotel Beach Resort.
Stefania M
Napoli7 contributions
Condivido con i precedenti, zona Samui Green Hotel a Chaweng è la migliore!
Samantha taylor
1 contribution
Hi all me and my husband are wanting to book koh samui in July/august 2020 we have 2 young children. We have been to Bangkok phuket and koh lak before we just want to make sure it's not a young party island and there is family that go here. And what is the wrather like in July and August x
Luc T
Athens, Greece94 contributions
1) it is not at all a party island
2) Not much to see for young children
3) mostly sunshine with some showers. Temp between 28 and 35 degrees
4) Its best to rent a car to go somewhere unless you are in Chaweng
5) The island is mainly for beach tourists ( Chaweng an Lamai beach are the best )
มิว ลูกสงขลานครินทร์
Surat Thani, Thailand5 contributions
This Chaweng beach is a beautiful beach. And shady with the smell of nature The water is not very deep to play. Suitable for taking pictures with friends and family. Including walking in the peaceful nature. Recommended to visit here.
Ba Society
Thanyaburi, Thailand3,676 contributions
Coming soon.THANKS.
Tracey L
Melbourne, Australia36 contributions
where did you stay in chaweng ?
Mukul S
8 contributions
If you like to stay near market, bar, restaurants and fun places then stay near to any accommodation at Central Festival Samui. Or you prefer quite places then stay at Samui Reotel beach resort. We stayed here for two nights and found it extremely comfortable in all manner. You Can go to Central Festival Samui area by 50 Baht bus from here.
christinewhite1
1 contribution
I want to take my girls who are teenagers to Koh Samui I'm confused on where to stay I would like a nice resort on the beach but also near shops, markets etc as girls love shopping and also restaurants and bars is there any particular area of Koh Samui you could recommend that would have all of the above Thankyou
jeffandlauren
Fitzroy, Australia265 contributions
I would stay towards the Lamai end of Chaweng- the beach is better. If you can find the locals market the prices are much better.
There are plenty of shops, bars and cafes all along Chaweng though
chrisn11613
Ringwood, UK11 contributions
Where can u buy Dvds. Have looked everywhere in Thailand with little success
Gee J
Melbourne, Australia31 contributions
I only saw one place in Koh Samui. Phuket had quite a few
Susanne J
23 contributions
Hej, är det långgrunt eller ”badbart” på den sträcka du beskriver? Har du varit på Lamai? Svårt att välja här. Tack för bra skrivet omdöme! //Susanne
Claudia M
Bangkok, Thailand12 contributions
Hejsan! Absolut badbart, men långgrunt skulle jag nog inte säga att det var. Inte som det är på vissa ställen här i thailand. Gick du ut några meter så hade du vatten till midjan. En annan grej om vattnet var att det flöt några lila små pluttar i vattnet. Helt ofarliga tror jag(?), jag undvek dom så mycket som möjligt. Vette sjutton vad det var för något men de var nästan överallt.
Har tyvärr inte varit i lamai. Hoppas du får en trevlig resa=)
colette j
Saint-Brevin-les-Pins, France101 contributions
je voudrais savoir quel temps il fait en février a koh samui et y a t'il beaucoup de russes, je part en février 2019 merci pour votre réponse.
Danytwo
Paris, France27,425 contributions
En février c'est la saison sèche jusqu'en mars , début avril . J'ai rencontré des russes mais pas énormément . cela dépend de l'endroit où vous aller . En général on les trouve dans les lieux touristiques comme Chaweng , lamaï et dans les hébergements bon marché , Dans le Nord vers Maénam , Bang Por ce sont plutôt les allemands que l'on rencontre , au niveau discrétion et finesse c'est pas mieux ! Bonne vacances quand même !!
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chaweng Beach
- We recommend booking Chaweng Beach tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 12 Chaweng Beach tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Chaweng Beach:
- Koh Samui Island Tour by Boat (From AU$106.50)
- Ko Samui City Tour including Wat Phra Yai, Lat Ko Viewpoint, Hin Ta Hin Yai Rock (From AU$80.98)
- Private Arrival Transfer : Koh Samui Airport to Koh Samui Hotel (SHA Plus) (From AU$20.32)
- Koh Samui Private Customized Tour with Driver (From AU$51.11)
- Ko Samui City Tour including Wat Phra Yai, Lat Ko Viewpoint, Hin Ta Hin Yai Rock (From AU$72.68)
- Hotels near Chaweng Beach:
- (0.04 km) Ark Bar Beach Resort
- (0.07 km) Lub d Koh Samui Chaweng Beach
- (0.16 km) Chaweng Garden Beach Resort
- (0.15 km) Montien House
- (0.11 km) Lucky Mother Bungalow
- Restaurants near Chaweng Beach:
- (0.02 km) Elephant Beach Club
- (0.04 km) ARKbar Beach Club
- (0.12 km) Curry Pot Indian Restaurant
- (0.06 km) Tropics Beach Club
- (0.24 km) Duomo