Bophut or Chaweng: where to stay in Koh Samui?
Both are popular bases in Koh Samui. This is how their hotels compare, using guest ratings for 41 hotels in Bophut and 130 in Chaweng.
| In short | Bophut | Chaweng |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked hotels | 41 | 130 |
| Average guest rating | 8.7 | 8.3 |
| Rated 9 or higher | 29% | 12% |
| 5-star hotels | 6 | 9 |
| 3 stars or fewer | 21 | 69 |
| Average location score | 7.1 | 7.2 |
In short
- Hotels in Bophut rate higher: 8.7 on average against 8.3 in Chaweng.
- Bophut has the larger share of hotels rated 9 or higher (29% vs 12%).
- Chaweng has more hotels to choose from (130 vs 41).
- For a 5-star stay, Chaweng has 9 hotels against 6 in Bophut.
- For a tighter budget (3 stars or fewer), Chaweng has more options: 69 vs 21.
- The two areas are about 4.7 km apart.
Best-rated in Bophut
Holiday Inn Resort Samui Bophut Beach By IHG
- Free parking
- Swimming pool
- Gym
Exceptional 1,604 reviews 2.6 km
Best-rated in Chaweng
Marasca Samui - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
- Free parking
- Free breakfast
- Spa
Exceptional 321 reviews 2.8 km
Buri Rasa Village Samui Adults Only
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Airport transfer
Excellent 1,102 reviews 2.6 km
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FAQ: Bophut vs Chaweng
Which has better-rated hotels, Bophut or Chaweng?
Bophut: its 41 hotels average 8.7 out of 10, against 8.3 for the 130 hotels in Chaweng.
Where are there more budget hotels, Bophut or Chaweng?
For a tighter budget (3 stars or fewer), Chaweng has more options: 69 vs 21.