Bophut or Lamai: 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 87 in Lamai.
| In short | Bophut | Lamai |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked hotels | 41 | 87 |
| Average guest rating | 8.7 | 8.3 |
| Rated 9 or higher | 29% | 14% |
| 5-star hotels | 6 | 3 |
| 3 stars or fewer | 21 | 60 |
| Average location score | 7.1 | 7.3 |
In short
- Hotels in Bophut rate higher: 8.7 on average against 8.3 in Lamai.
- Bophut has the larger share of hotels rated 9 or higher (29% vs 14%).
- Lamai has more hotels to choose from (87 vs 41).
- For a 5-star stay, Bophut has 6 hotels against 3 in Lamai.
- For a tighter budget (3 stars or fewer), Lamai has more options: 60 vs 21.
- The two areas are about 10 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 Lamai
Wild Cottages Luxury and Natural
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Swimming pool
Exceptional 342 reviews 9.4 km
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FAQ: Bophut vs Lamai
Which has better-rated hotels, Bophut or Lamai?
Bophut: its 41 hotels average 8.7 out of 10, against 8.3 for the 87 hotels in Lamai.
Where are there more budget hotels, Bophut or Lamai?
For a tighter budget (3 stars or fewer), Lamai has more options: 60 vs 21.