Koh Samui guides for guests and owners

Island areas, rental costs, what to check when choosing a villa — short, practical guides that we add to regularly.

For guests

Island guide

Villa vs. Hotel on Koh Samui: Which Is Right for Your Trip

Comparing a private-pool villa and a hotel on Koh Samui on cost per group, privacy and flexibility — and who each one suits best.

6 min read

Island guide

Long-Term Villa Rental on Koh Samui: What to Know for a Month or Longer

Planning to stay on Koh Samui for a month or more? Here's how long-term rental differs from a short holiday booking, and which villas from our selection suit it best.

5 min read

Island guide

Best Areas of Koh Samui to Rent a Villa: Where to Stay

Chaweng, Bophut, Maenam, Choeng Mon, Lamai — what each area is actually like, and who it suits best.

7 min read

For guests

How to Choose a Villa for a Family Holiday

Pool safety, layout, location — what actually matters when you're travelling with kids.

6 min read

Pricing

How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Villa on Koh Samui

From boutique villas to beachfront ultra-luxury: price ranges, seasonality and what actually drives the cost.

6 min read

For guests

Long-Term vs Short-Term Villa Rental — Which One Fits

The difference in price, service and terms between a two-week holiday and living on Koh Samui for a few months.

5 min read

For guests

What to Check Before Renting a Villa on Koh Samui

A short checklist that can save you from disappointment — from deposit terms to the real distance to the beach.

5 min read

For guests

Getting to Your Villa on Koh Samui: Airport, Transfers, Car Rental

Koh Samui is an island — you can only arrive by plane or ferry. Here's how to get from the runway to your villa without the stress.

5 min read

For owners

Villa Property Management on Koh Samui: When It's Worth Hiring a Professional

What property management actually involves, and why owners living abroad rarely manage well on their own.

6 min read

For owners

How Much Can You Earn Renting Out a Villa on Koh Samui

Realistic yield, what it's made up of, and what actually drives a villa's occupancy through the year.

6 min read

For owners

Selling a Villa on Koh Samui: How to Prepare It and Price It Right

What to check before listing, how price is actually formed, and why presentation matters almost as much as location.

6 min read