Best Budget Hotels in Chaweng, Koh Samui

Chaweng is the liveliest base on Koh Samui, with the island’s longest beach, best nightlife and widest choice of places to stay. While it has plenty of upmarket resorts, it also offers affordable, well-rated hotels and hostels that keep costs down. Here are some of the best value-for-money options near Chaweng Beach, based on real Google ratings. (Prices vary by season, so check current rates when booking.)

Best Value Stays

Socialtel Koh Samui is a great budget pick, rated 4.2 from around 850 reviews at prices toward the lower end of the Chaweng range, sociable and well located. COSI Samui Chaweng Beach also offers strong value at 4.2 from nearly 1,200 reviews, a high count that reflects consistent guest satisfaction at a modest price.

Cheapest Options

For the tightest budgets, The Samui Mermaid Resort rates 3.9 from over 900 reviews and sits among the most affordable beachside choices, while Chaweng Terrace (4.0, around 189 reviews) is another low-cost option close to the action. Both keep you near the beach and nightlife without stretching your budget.

A Step Up

If you can spend a little more, Lub d Koh Samui Chaweng Beach earns an excellent 4.5 from over 1,600 reviews and offers a stylish, social stay, while Bay Beach Resort (4.4, around 169 reviews) provides a comfortable mid-range option. For pure value, though, the budget picks above are hard to beat.

Chaweng offers great-value stays right by Koh Samui’s busiest beach. Plan your trip with our Koh Samui Travel Guide.