Mae Nam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mae Nam showing a beach
Mae Nam which includes tropical scenes and general coastal views
Mae Nam showing a sandy beach
Mae Nam
Mae Nam

Bask in the tranquility of this little village with a golden beach before dancing the night away at the full moon party on Koh Phangan, just a ferry ride away.

Relax on Mae Nam’s 4-mile (7-kilometer) golden sand beach beneath a fringe of typical Koh Samui coconut palms. From the beach you have a fantastic view over the water to Koh Phangan where the famous full moon party will keep you dancing until the wee hours.

Mae Nam is one of the quieter, more tranquil beaches of Koh Samui, with the shallow waters making it the perfect place for families with children. Despite the shift in Koh Samui to luxury resorts, Mae Nam has mostly kept its simple bungalows surrounded by lush green gardens. It is one of the island’s more inexpensive beach retreats.

The village is quite small, with a few eateries, low-key bars and a street market on Thursday nights so it’s the best place on Koh Samui to be if you enjoy quiet and a smaller number of tourists. It is also very close to the Santiburi Samui Golf Course, for those who like to unwind by playing a few holes.

Visit the beautifully decorated temples scattered around Mae Nam, including a strikingly different Chinese Temple, which sits right on the beachfront. Inside the temple you will find an explosion of gold and red, with not a pillar or roof beam free of dragons, paintings and color.

There are not many beach parties at Mae Nam however, one of Thailand’s most famous is just across the water. Catch the ferry to Koh Phangan to partake in trance and reggae music, fire twirling, fireworks and non-stop dancing of the famous full moon parties held monthly. You can also take a fishing trip around Koh Phangan or try your hand at squid fishing around Chaloklum on the island’s northern end.

It’s a short drive or shuttle bus trip between Mae Nam and some of Koh Samui’s more bustling spots. Head to Fisherman’s VillageOpens in a new window at Bo Phut BeachOpens in a new window, to taste street foods and browse market stalls amongst the old Chinese shop-houses.

Fair House Villas & Spa

Fair House Villas & Spa

4.5 out of 5
39 Moo 1, Maenam, Suratthani, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is ฿3,488 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,488
฿4,140 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (589 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, enjoyed the breakfast choice, pool happy hour and free gym and kayak"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Fair House Villas & Spa
Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa

Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
44/134 Moo 1, Mae Nam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
The price is ฿5,689 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿5,689
฿6,753 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (438 reviews)
"The hotel was stunning. Breath taking views. Super clean. Staff were very friendly, efficient and accommodating. Could not fault a thing about the hotel and staff. My only concern was it was a little far out to the main restaurant areas like Fisherman's Village etc. but they do offer a shuttle bus ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Explorar Koh Samui – Adults Only Resort and Spa
Mantra Samui Resort - Adults Only

Mantra Samui Resort - Adults Only

5 out of 5
9/123-124 Moo 1, Maenam, Koh Samui, Suratthani
The price is ฿3,022 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,022
฿3,587 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"Amazing stay while on site. Logistics of where it’s located make arriving and departing more complicated"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Mantra Samui Resort - Adults Only
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lemon House apartment

Lemon House apartment

3 out of 5
230/11 Moo 1, Mea Nan, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 3-star residence in Koh Samui. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Fisherman's Village and Bo Phut Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (2 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful management"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Lemon House apartment
Baan  Maliwan

Baan Maliwan

4 out of 5
7/71 Moo1, Maenam, Koh Samui, Surat Thani
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Fisherman's Village and Chaweng Beach are ...
Baan Maliwan
Cape Beach Villa Koh Samui

Cape Beach Villa Koh Samui

3.5 out of 5
78 Moo 5, Koh Samui, Koh Samui, Suratthani
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Koh Samui. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Nathon Pier and Fisherman's Village are located ...
Cape Beach Villa Koh Samui
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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