Where to Stay in Koh Samet: Bays and Hotels Compared

Koh Samet has one road of about 6 km, three piers and a string of bays, so the bay you pick decides which pier you arrive at and how you reach your room. The park page names Ao Luk Yon, Hat Sai Kaew, Ao Wong Duean and Ao Phrao among its beaches, and the island's piers are on the head of the island, on Ao Wong Duean in the east and on Ao Phrao in the west.

Use the quick answer above, then the table to compare bays. We show no prices because rates change with dates and room type: open the live rate link with your own dates. Every hotel card comes from the hotel's own website, and we have not stayed at these hotels, so ask the hotel which pier and boat it uses before you book.

How to choose

1. Decide whether you want a bay with several stays to compare, or a secluded bay reached by a boat the hotel arranges.
2. Open the hotel's own transport page and note the pier, the boat times and where cars are left, because cars are not allowed on the island.
3. Compare the final rate with tax, breakfast, boat transfers and cancellation terms, and ask whether the hotel is open and boats are running on your dates.

Area comparison

No hotel price is quoted here because we cannot verify a current rate for your dates. Each hotel card gives the source and the date each fact was checked.

Area guide

On the DNP beach list

Hat Sai Kaew (Sai Kaew Beach)

Vibe

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Noise

Hotel sites list live music and fire shows

Setting / access

Check conditions on the day

Rate

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Getting there

Boat from Ban Phe; confirm the pier with your hotel

DNP lists Hat Sai Kaew among the park's beaches. Samet Lucky Resort says it is at the end of Sai Kaew Beach, and Sai Kaew Beach Resort advertises a beach club with weekly live music and a fire show. Sai Kaew Beach Resort's own site does not state its beach beyond its name, so check the map pin.

Choose it if: You want a beachfront stay and are fine with possible evening entertainment nearby.

Skip it if: You want a very quiet stay and a hotel has live music or fire shows listed.

Mistake to avoid: Do not assume every hotel with Sai Kaew in its name is on the sand; open the exact pin.

Our pick here: Samet Lucky Resort Check rates

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West side, own pier

Ao Phrao (Ao Prao)

Vibe

West side of the island

Noise

Not rated; ask the hotel about night noise

Setting / access

Ao Prao Resort calls the west beach palm-fringed with white sand

Rate

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Getting there

Ao Phrao pier is on the west of the island (DNP)

Ao Phrao is on the west side of the island, where DNP places one of the island's three piers. Ao Prao Resort and Le Vimarn Cottages and Spa are both Samed Resorts group sites. Ao Prao Resort's transport page describes a hotel shuttle boat from the mainland Ao Prao pier at fixed times, and Le Vimarn says cars cannot go to the island.

Choose it if: You are happy to plan around the hotel's fixed boat times.

Skip it if: You need to arrive at any hour or want to explore on your own schedule.

Mistake to avoid: Do not plan a late arrival without checking the last shuttle boat.

Our pick here: Ao Prao Resort Check rates

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Garden bungalows and pools

Ao Phai

Vibe

Samed Villa and Samed Pavilion are here

Noise

Not rated; ask the hotel about night noise

Setting / access

Samed Villa says it is directly on Ao Phai Beach

Rate

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Getting there

Boat from Ban Phe; confirm the pier with your hotel

Ao Phai is where Samed Villa Resort and Samed Pavilion Resort are located. Samed Villa's site says it is directly on Ao Phai Beach and calls itself the affordable escape in a tropical garden, while Samed Pavilion lists an adult pool, a children's pool and a jacuzzi.

Choose it if: You want a garden bungalow stay or a pool for children near the beach.

Skip it if: You want the sand at your door on every room type.

Mistake to avoid: Do not book a rear room without checking the distance: Samed Villa says its Budget Rear Side rooms are 150 metres from the beach.

Our pick here: Samed Villa Resort Check rates

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North coast

Ao Noi Na

Vibe

Baan Ploy Sea and Aqua Beads are here

Noise

Not rated; ask the hotel about night noise

Setting / access

Aqua Beads calls its beach quiet white sand

Rate

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Getting there

Baan Ploy Sea's shuttle boat leaves from Ao Prao pier

Ao Noi Na is on the north coast, where Baan Ploy Sea and Aqua Beads are located. Baan Ploy Sea lists Deluxe Tree House Rooms on Noi Na Beach, and Aqua Beads describes a jungle-covered hillside above a quiet white sand beach, with beachfront villas.

Choose it if: You want tree house or hillside rooms and will plan the boat in advance.

Skip it if: You want a long list of hotels to compare in one bay.

Mistake to avoid: Do not arrive without checking the shuttle: Baan Ploy Sea says its boat leaves from Ao Prao pier at set times.

Our pick here: Aqua Beads Samed Check rates

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Secluded, reached across the water

Ao Kiu (Ao Kiew)

Vibe

Secluded beach, reached by boat

Noise

Paradee describes the beach as secluded

Setting / access

Paradee describes powdery white sands

Rate

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Getting there

Reached by travelling across the water

Ao Kiu is a secluded beach reached by boat across the water, and Paradee is on it. Its site lists a Garden Pool Villa with a private jacuzzi pool and free non-motorised water sports, and its FAQ says the nearest convenience store is about 6 km away.

Choose it if: You want a secluded beach and will bring what you need.

Skip it if: You want shops and restaurants within walking distance.

Mistake to avoid: Do not forget supplies: the FAQ puts the nearest convenience store about 6 km away.

Our pick here: Paradee Check rates

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East side, own pier

Ao Wong Duean

Vibe

Half-moon bay on the east side

Noise

Malibu Samed lists night entertainment

Setting / access

The C Samet calls it a half moon shaped beach

Rate

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Getting there

Ao Wong Duean pier is on the east of the island (DNP)

Ao Wong Duean is the east-coast bay, and DNP puts one of the island's piers on it. Samed Cabana Resort, Malibu Samed Resort and The C Samet are here: The C Samet says its resorts focus on privacy, Malibu lists a Kids Zone, and Samed Cabana advises booking at least 2 months ahead.

Choose it if: You want several hotels to compare in one bay on the east side.

Skip it if: You want a hotel with no night entertainment listed on its site.

Mistake to avoid: Do not leave booking late: Samed Cabana says rooms are over-booked from time to time and to book at least 2 months ahead.

Our pick here: Samed Cabana Resort Check rates

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Private beach

Ao Thian (Sangthian Bay)

Vibe

Sangthian Beach Resort is here

Noise

Not rated; ask the hotel about night noise

Setting / access

A private beach with kayaking and snorkelling, per the resort

Rate

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Getting there

Boat from Ban Phe; confirm the pier with your hotel

Ao Thian (Sangthian Bay) is where Sangthian Beach Resort has a private beach. Its site lists kayaking, snorkelling and paddleboarding, an all-day seafood restaurant and cocktail bar, and says activities such as the Talu Island trip are arranged at reception.

Choose it if: You want a bay stay with water activities arranged by the hotel.

Skip it if: You want to compare many hotels in the same bay.

Mistake to avoid: Do not book a Talu Island trip without asking about boat conditions in the rainy season.

Our pick here: Sangthian Beach Resort Check rates

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North-east side

Ao Tubtim

Vibe

Simple bungalows in the hills

Noise

Not rated; ask the hotel about night noise

Setting / access

Check the map for the exact beach

Rate

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Getting there

Boat from Ban Phe; confirm the pier with your hotel

Ao Tubtim is a bay on the north-east side of the island, which Samet Lucky Resort lists as 1.5 km from its own beach. Tubtim Resort's own site never names the bay, so we place it here by its name only: it says it has been open since 1981 and has 100 units from fan to air-conditioned bungalows.

Choose it if: You want simple bungalows and will check the pin and transport yourself.

Skip it if: You want a resort confirmed on a named beach.

Mistake to avoid: Do not expect to reserve a particular bungalow: the regulations page says type requests are accepted but no certain bungalow reservation is made.

Our pick here: Tubtim Resort Check rates

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Hand-picked places to stay

Examples of established Koh Samet hotels, spread across areas and budget bands. Every fact below was checked against the hotel's own website or a reputable source on 2026-10-16 and links to that source. We have not stayed at these places and give no ratings; we show no prices because rates change daily. The band is the property class (hostel or guesthouse, mid-range, upscale), not a live price.

Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Headshop5, CC0 / Wikimedia Commons

Paradee

Ao Kiu (Ao Kiew) Upscale

• The site describes the resort as on Ao Kiew Beach, reached by travelling across the water. [Source]
• The site gives its address as 76 Moo 4, Tumbol Phe, Rayong. [Source]
• The site says it offers free non-motorized water sports. [Source]
• The site lists a Garden Pool Villa with a private jacuzzi pool. [Source]
• The FAQ says pets are not allowed in the resort. [Source]

Suits: It suits travellers who want a secluded bay stay with pool villas and free kayaks and paddleboards.

Keep in mind: The FAQ says the nearest convenience store is about 6 kilometers away, so bring what you need.

Official site Check rates on Booking.com Checked 2026-10-16

Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Headshop5, CC0 / Wikimedia Commons

Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa

Ao Phrao (Ao Prao) Upscale

• The site describes the resort as an oasis for couples and honeymooners. [Source]
• The site gives its address as 40/11 Moo 4, Tumbol Phe. [Source]
• The site lists a Duplex Villa Suite among its accommodation types. [Source]
• The site says the Buzz Coco Club offers beachside tropical dining. [Source]

Suits: It suits couples and honeymooners who want a quiet Ao Prao beach stay with a spa.

Keep in mind: The transport page says cars cannot go to the island; guests leave a car at the mainland Ao Prao pier.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Headshop5, CC0 / Wikimedia Commons

Ao Prao Resort

Ao Phrao (Ao Prao) Mid-range

• The site says the resort is only 2.5 hours from Bangkok. [Source]
• The site describes the west beach of Koh Samet as palm-fringed with white sand. [Source]
• The site says rooms are a few steps from the beach or on the hillside. [Source]
• The site gives its address as 60 Moo 4, Tumbol Phe. [Source]
• The transport page asks guests to stand by at Ao Prao pier 30 minutes before the boat leaves. [Source]

Suits: It suits families who want beach or hillside rooms on the west beach and a hotel-run boat transfer.

Keep in mind: The transport page gives fixed shuttle-boat times from Ao Prao pier, so plan the arrival around them.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Adam, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Sai Kaew Beach Resort

Hat Sai Kaew (per the resort name) Mid-range

• The site describes its Hip Zone as modern luxury design next to the beach. [Source]
• The site describes its Hub Zone as centred on a swimming pool. [Source]
• The site says its Hide Zone is close to Pineapple Beach. [Source]
• The site says Winkks Beach Club has weekly live music and a fire show. [Source]
• The FAQ says a convenience store is about 200 metres from the resort. [Source]

Suits: It suits travellers who want a zoned beachfront resort with a pool and weekly live music at the beach club.

Keep in mind: The site advertises weekly live music and a fire show at the beach club, which may not suit a very quiet stay.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Sean Yeoh, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Baan Ploy Sea

Ao Noi Na Mid-range

• The page title says the hotel is on Noi Na Beach. [Source]
• The site gives its address as 84 Moo 4, Tumbol Phe. [Source]
• The site lists Deluxe Tree House Rooms. [Source]
• The site places the Brown Cabin Chocolate Cafe among the lush tropical woods and rose garden. [Source]

Suits: It suits travellers who want beachfront suites or tree house rooms on Noi Na Beach.

Keep in mind: The transport page says the hotel's shuttle boat runs from Ao Prao pier at set times.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Sean Yeoh, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Aqua Beads Samed

Ao Noi Na Mid-range

• The site describes the resort on a jungle-covered hillside above a quiet white sand beach on the north coast. [Source]
• The site lists a 100 sqm Beachfront Villa with 2 king beds. [Source]
• The site gives its address as Ao Noina, 25 Moo 4. [Source]

Suits: It suits travellers who want a hillside and beachfront cottage resort on the north coast.

Keep in mind: The site is basic: confirm room availability and transfers with the resort.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Bjørn Erik Pedersen, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Samed Villa Resort

Ao Phai Budget

• The site calls itself the affordable escape in a tropical garden facing the sea. [Source]
• The site says the resort is directly on Ao Phai Beach. [Source]
• The site says Deluxe Sea View rooms are a step from the rocky seashore. [Source]
• The site lists spa treatments in a traditional Thai wooden house. [Source]

Suits: It suits travellers who want a lower-priced garden bungalow stay on Ao Phai.

Keep in mind: The site says the Budget Rear Side rooms are 150 metres from the beach.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Eltorodeoro, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Samed Cabana Resort

Ao Wong Duean Mid-range

• The site says the resort is right beside Ao Wong Duen beach, in the north of the bay. [Source]
• The site counts its rooms by type. [Source]
• The site gives its address as 13/20 Moo, Vong Duean Beach. [Source]

Suits: It suits travellers who want a small beachfront resort on the east-coast bay.

Keep in mind: The site advises booking at least 2 months in advance because rooms are over-booked from time to time.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Eltorodeoro, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Malibu Samed Resort

Ao Wong Duean Mid-range

• The site says the resort is next to the sea and has a private beach. [Source]
• The site lists Wi-Fi in every room, non-smoking and a pool. [Source]
• The site gives its address as 77 Phe Subdistrict. [Source]
• The facilities page lists a Kids Zone. [Source]

Suits: It suits friend groups and families who want a pool resort with a kids zone on Ao Wong Duean.

Keep in mind: The site says the resort offers entertainment at night, so ask about noise when booking.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Eltorodeoro, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons

The C Samet

Ao Wong Duean Mid-range

• The site describes itself as beachfront on Vongduen Beach. [Source]
• The site says the resorts focus on privacy. [Source]
• The site gives boat times from the Pae ferry pier. [Source]
• The site lists Grand Beach Front Villas of 38 sqm. [Source]

Suits: It suits friends and families who want privacy in villa-style rooms on Vongduen Beach.

Keep in mind: The site gives the boat crossing as 40 minutes by big boat or 20 by speedboat.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Sean Yeoh, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Sangthian Beach Resort

Ao Thian (Sangthian Bay) Mid-range

• The site says the resort is on Sangthian Bay. [Source]
• The site lists a private beach with kayaking, snorkelling and paddleboarding. [Source]
• The site lists an all-day seafood restaurant and cocktail bar. [Source]
• The site gives its address as 88 Moo 4. [Source]

Suits: It suits friends, couples and families who want a small bay with a private beach.

Keep in mind: Activities such as the Talu Island trip are arranged at reception, so ask about boat conditions in the rainy season.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Ken Eckert, CC BY-SA 4.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Tubtim Resort

Ao Tubtim area (per the resort name) Budget

• The site says it has been open since 1981. [Source]
• The site says it has 100 units from fan to air-conditioned bungalows. [Source]
• The regulations page says 1-2 persons per bungalow. [Source]
• The regulations page gives check-in 2:00 pm and check-out 12:00 pm. [Source]

Suits: It suits travellers who want simple fan or air-conditioned bungalows in the hills.

Keep in mind: The regulations page says bungalow type requests are accepted but no certain bungalow reservation is made.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Adam, CC BY 2.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Samet Lucky Resort

Hat Sai Kaew (Sai Kaew Beach) Mid-range

• The site says it is on Sai Kaew Beach, Laem Yai side. [Source]
• The site says it is at the end of Sai Kaew Beach. [Source]
• The site mentions a beachfront bar called The Clover. [Source]
• The site gives its address as 8/8 Moo 4. [Source]

Suits: It suits travellers who want a beachfront stay at the end of Hat Sai Kaew.

Keep in mind: The site lists fire performances among its activities, so ask about noise at night.

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Area photo, not the hotel. Photo: Bjørn Erik Pedersen, CC BY-SA 3.0 / Wikimedia Commons

Samed Pavilion Resort

Ao Phai Mid-range

• The site says the resort is in the Ao Phai area of Koh Samet, Rayong. [Source]
• The site says it has an adult pool, a children's pool and a jacuzzi. [Source]
• The site gives check-in from 14:00 and check-out by 12:00. [Source]

Suits: It suits families and groups who want a garden resort with adult and children's pools near Ao Phai.

Keep in mind: The site is in Thai; confirm details with the resort.

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Day trips and planning from Koh Samet

We have no registered tour listing for Koh Samet yet, so we show no tour prices. These guides cover the main day trips, and the button opens Klook's own site, which currently earns us nothing.

• Koh Samet travel guide: getting there, seasons and park rules
• Pattaya guide (the nearest large resort hub on the same coast)
• Koh Chang guide (another eastern Gulf island)
• Bangkok day trips and onward options

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Getting to Koh Samet

Koh Samet is reached by boat from Ban Phe on the mainland, and Samed Resorts says cars are not allowed on the island. The Klook link opens transfer options for Koh Samet; check the pier, the boat times and the last boat with your hotel before you book. The Bangkok guide covers the airport side, and the Ekkamai bus terminal is in the city.

Read the Bangkok airport to city guide Check Koh Samet transfers on Klook

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Before you book

• Open the map link for the area and then check the hotel's exact pin. A neighbourhood name can cover a wide area.
• Check the final rate with tax, payment timing, cancellation terms and what the room includes.
• If arriving late, confirm the check-in method and the last transport that actually runs.
• Park entry: the DNP notice of 2 June 2022 puts Khao Laem Ya - Mu Ko Samet in group 2, with foreign adults at 200 baht and children at 100 baht, and Thai adults at 40 baht and children at 20 baht. This is the latest DNP page we found (checked 16 October 2026), so confirm at the ticket booth and keep your park card with you.
• A DNP news item dated 29 January 2023 says foreigners pay an extra 100 baht per person at the special-fee islands Koh Talu, Koh Kudi and Koh Kham-Koh Kruai. That is the position as of January 2023, so check the current fee before a boat trip there.
• Samed Resorts says plastic bags and foam are not allowed on the island, so pack accordingly.
• Check the Thai Meteorological Department forecast before you travel and ask your hotel whether boats are running.

FAQ

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