Near the gay scene.

Buri Rasa Village Hotel ****

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11/2 Moo 2, Bophut, Chaweng  
bar, bedroom, restaurant, swimming pool, massage, sun terrace, jacuzzi / hot pool, spa, beach, free wi-fi (酒吧, 卧室, 餐厅, 游泳池, 按摩, 太阳浴, 温泉池, 温泉, 海滩, 免费无线上网) Updated: 04-04-2013

The Buris Rasa has a fabulous beachfront location at the quieter end of white sandy Chaweng Beach, and just a short stroll from the area popular with gay sunbathers.  The spacious, air-conditioned guestrooms have aspects of both contemporary and traditional Thai styling.  Room features include free WiFi, Thai bathroom amenities, flat screen TV’s with a variety of cable channels, a minibar and tea & coffee making facilities.  Some rooms have their own private garden with outdoor furniture or plunge pool.

Outside, the resort has a gorgeous infinity-edge pool, plenty of cushioned sun loungers and offers an excellent ‘at seat’ beach service during the day.  Buri Rasa has its own spa, but we think you will probably be more tempted to visit Mekkala Mens Spa – located just a short walk from the hotel.  Or enjoy a drink at the nearby Site Bar.

15% Discount

Muang Kulaypan ***

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100, Moo 2, Chaweng  
bar, bedroom, restaurant, swimming pool, massage, gym, free wi-fi (酒吧, 卧室, 餐厅, 游泳池, 按摩, 健身房, 免费无线上网) Updated: 04-04-2013

Agoda - 15% discount on Superior Room until 25th December 2013.

Located at the north end of Chaweng Beach, the gay-friendly Kulaypan hotel offers good value for money  accommodation far enough away from party central to relax, but close enough a night out.  All 42 rooms are uniquely designed in a minimalist Zen style and many have an inspiring view of the sea or the extensive gardens.

60% Discount

Nora Chaweng Hotel ***

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162/49-50 Moo 2 Chaweng Road, Bo Phut, Chaweng  
bedroom, restaurant, swimming pool, steam room, massage, jacuzzi / hot pool, spa, free wi-fi (卧室, 餐厅, 游泳池, 蒸汽房, 按摩, 温泉池, 温泉, 免费无线上网) Updated: 04-04-2013

Agoda - 60% discount on Deluxe Room until 15th July 2013.

Modern, clean hotel located just across the road from the beach, and only steps away from all the shopping and dining options on Chaweng Beach Road.  Nora Chaweng offers comfortable, contemporary rooms with facilities that include a flat screen TV, an electronic safe, minibar, coffee & tea makers and free WiFi.  The hotel has its own swimming pool, a spa and lounge bar.

OP Bungalows **

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111 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach  
bar, bedroom, cafe, internet access (酒吧, 卧室, 咖啡馆, 网际) Updated: 04-04-2013

Great value for money bungalows located on a fine white sandy beach (albeit the water is very shallow at this point along the beach).  The bungalow accommodation is simply furnished but comfortable and clean.  OP has a very good Thai/Chinese beach restaurant that serves up tasty food all day long at very reasonable prices.

In the evening, the gay scene comes to you at OP Bungalows, with beach volleyball being played by local guys.  The sport is taken very seriously and is fun to watch.  The resort is within walking distance of the nightlife along Chaweng Beach road.  No pool, no frills, but good service and low cost.

60% Discount
Excellent value.

Al’s Hut Hotel ***

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159/86 Moo 2, Bophut, Chaweng Beach  
bar, bedroom, restaurant, internet access, massage (酒吧, 卧室, 餐厅, 网际, 按摩) Updated: 04-04-2013

Agoda - 60% discount on Bungalow (air-con with breakfast) until 31st October 2013.

Value for money, beachfront accommodation in the heart of Chaweng.  Al’s Hut has 32 bungalows (20 with fans and 12 with air conditioning).  The bungalows are just moments from the beach, surrounded by mature tropical and just a short walk from all the nightlife and restaurants in the area.  Internet is available for a fee.  Al’s restaurant serves Thai and international cuisine, BBQ, and grilled seafood.  Good value for money.

50% Discount

Ban Kao Tropical ****

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69/6 Moo 4 T. Na Mueang, Na Mueang  
bedroom, restaurant, internet access, swimming pool, massage, jacuzzi / hot pool, gym, spa (卧室, 餐厅, 网际, 游泳池, 按摩, 温泉池, 健身房, 温泉) Updated: 05-02-2013

Agoda - 50% discount on Superior Room until 15th July 2013.

Gay-friendly and partly gay-owned resort located in a very quiet area in the south of the island just a 10 minute walk from quiet sandy beach.  Ban Kao is a good choice for those wanting privacy, space and reasonably priced accommodation.  Surrounded by a beautiful coconut plantation, Ban Kao offers comfortable, modern rooms and villas, a restaurant, a club house, swimming pool, gym and spa.

Fabulous restaurant.

Zazen Boutique Resort ****

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117 Moo 1,Tambon Bophut, Bo Phut  
bar, bedroom, cafe, restaurant, shop, swimming pool, steam room, massage, sauna, sun terrace, jacuzzi / hot pool, gym, spa, free wi-fi (酒吧, 卧室, 咖啡馆, 餐厅, 铺子, 游泳池, 蒸汽房, 按摩, 桑拿, 太阳浴, 温泉池, 健身房, 温泉, 免费无线上网) Updated: 04-04-2013

We think there are lots of very good reasons to choose the award winning Zazen.  Location – on a pristine beach front.  Accommodation - just 26 private garden and beachfront bungalows, each of which are individually styled and luxuriously furnished.  Food –  the fabulous Zazen restaurant with its ‘East Meets West’ cuisine from master chef, Cyrille Keyse, is one of our favourites on the island.

Zazen really is a distinctive resort with its own unique design offering great service and a warm welcome to all.  

20% Discount

Peace Resort ****

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178 Moo 1, Bophut  
bedroom, restaurant, shop, internet access, swimming pool, massage, jacuzzi / hot pool (卧室, 餐厅, 铺子, 网际, 游泳池, 按摩, 温泉池) Updated: 04-04-2013

Agoda - stay 3 nights, get 20% discount on Bungalow until 15th July 2013.

Lovely 4-star property in Bophut with easy access to Fisherman’s Village and many dining choices.  The bungalows and villas at Peace Resort are spacious and feature a private terrace with sea or garden views, air conditioning, flat screen TV, DVD player, tea & coffee making facilities and minibar.  WiFi is available for a fee.  The Sea Wrap restaurant offers French and Thai cuisine, with the option of dining outdoors right on the beach!  Excellent breakfast and service.

Smile House **

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95 Moo 1, Bophut  
bedroom, restaurant, internet access, swimming pool, beach (卧室, 餐厅, 网际, 游泳池, 海滩) Updated: 04-04-2013

Surrounded by tropical gardens and coconut trees, Smile House is a great value for money accommodation located on Bo Phut’s white sandy beach.  The bungalows feature wooden furnishings, cable TV, air conditioning, a private terrace and minibar.  WiFi is available but charges apply.  Smile House has a beach front restaurant and an outdoor pool.  A popular budget level choice with gay travelers.

L’Hacienda ***

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98 Moo 1, Bophut  
bedroom, swimming pool, free wi-fi (卧室, 游泳池, 免费无线上网) Updated: 04-04-2013

Cute, stylish hotel in the center of Fisherman’s Village.  L’Hacienda features a small rooftop pool with stunning views of the sea and the surrounding islands.  The contemporary Thai rooms offer a private terrace with beach views, en suite bathroom, minibar, safe and free WiFi.  Massage service also available.

50% Discount
Gay-owned & managed.

Tropical Garden Lounge ***

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19/9 Moo 1, Mae Nam  
bar, bedroom, restaurant, internet access, swimming pool, massage, sun terrace (酒吧, 卧室, 餐厅, 网际, 游泳池, 按摩, 太阳浴) Updated: 04-04-2013

Agoda - 50% discount on Run Of House until 30th November 2013.

Gay-owned and of course, a very gay-friendly budget level resort, set in tropical gardens on the north side of the island, about 700 meters (8 minutes walk) from the beach.  Offers a choice of thatched bungalows, all with air conditioning, minibar, and satellite TV.  The poolside bungalows feature recently refurbished open-air bathrooms and terraces.

• FREE Free Breakfast, Airport Transfer & Glass of Wine, ongoing promotion

Gay-owned & managed.

Banyan House Bed and Breakfast

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221/m2 Bophut, Koh Samui Surat Thani, Choengmon  
bedroom, restaurant, beach, free wi-fi (卧室, 餐厅, 海滩, 免费无线上网) Updated: 04-04-2013

Banyan House is a gay-owned and -managed two-story contemporary Thai-styled guesthouse, located just north of Chaweng Beach.  The owners and their four friendly Bassett Hounds offer gay guests a particularly warm welcome.

There are three standard en suite rooms (“Banyan Leaf”) with either a king-sized bed or twins, air conditioning and showers.  There are two further deluxe guestrooms on the first floor that have bathtubs, showers and either a terrace or balcony overlooking the garden.  WiFi is available throughout the property and is free.  Guests also have the use of a lounge and dining area.  A continental breakfast is served each morning.  A peaceful, relaxed and great value for money option.

Super beach club.

Nikki Beach Bungalow Resort ****

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96/3 Moo 2 Lipa Noi, Nathon  
bar, music, bedroom, cafe, restaurant, swimming pool, massage, gym, free wi-fi (酒吧, 音乐, 卧室, 咖啡馆, 餐厅, 游泳池, 按摩, 健身房, 免费无线上网) Updated: 04-04-2013

One of the finest luxury resorts on the west coast of Samui.  The fabulously gay-friendly Nikki Beach Resort offers 16 exclusive contemporary styled beach-front bungalows that feature a 42-inch flat-screen TV, iPod dock and free WiFi. Dubbed the world’s sexiest beach club by the London Observer newspaper, Nikki’s has a massive beach club focused around a large pool and sun terrace, and a prominent DJ booth where resident DJ spins quality tunes, specializing in house music. Nikki Beach’s onsite restaurant serves a wide range of international and signature dishes. Gay travellers will also enjoy the resort’s gym facilities and massage services.