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Food scene
Very solid and consistent Thai restaurant nearby, with some western dishes on the menu as well.
12 locals recommend
Jano Restaurant
Soi 3Very solid and consistent Thai restaurant nearby, with some western dishes on the menu as well.
LOVE the place and and menu. While the menu is very big and has both western and Thai dishes, the grilled and BBQ fish options are fantastic! Lots of character.
The fish restaurant
LOVE the place and and menu. While the menu is very big and has both western and Thai dishes, the grilled and BBQ fish options are fantastic! Lots of character.
Expensive but vegan and other conscious food choices, great location and vice and the owner Patrick is a star.
12 locals recommend
Greenlight Cafe and Bar Koh Samui
Expensive but vegan and other conscious food choices, great location and vice and the owner Patrick is a star.
About Cafe' Koh Samui
Great little coffee shop and food place at Maenam.
Great food and beverage location on the east end of Maenam Beach.
26 locals recommend
Treehouse Silent Beach Koh Samui
Soi RainbowGreat food and beverage location on the east end of Maenam Beach.
Bang Rak is a great area for food, beach, and bars. This spot has a solid food menu, both Thai and non Thai, and is a peaceful location, well known for the sunset viewing.
50 locals recommend
Secret Garden
Bang Rak is a great area for food, beach, and bars. This spot has a solid food menu, both Thai and non Thai, and is a peaceful location, well known for the sunset viewing.
Cabezas Muertas
Greg from California and his wife, serve up pretty great Mexican choices in Lamai.
The outback Cafe
Lipa Noi is a peaceful stretch west of Maenam. Nice place to relax with a coffee.
Rossini Ice Cream
The sorbet is wonderful……
Local color and choices
This neighborhood is a few miles east of the apartment but worth checking out for food, shops, and general ambience.
8 locals recommend
Fisherman's Village
Thanon Laan ThongThis neighborhood is a few miles east of the apartment but worth checking out for food, shops, and general ambience.
Neighborhoods
Maenam is a sub-district on the island and closest to the apartment. There are bars, restaurants and shops as well as a very nice beach.
29 locals recommend
Mae Nam
Maenam is a sub-district on the island and closest to the apartment. There are bars, restaurants and shops as well as a very nice beach.
Vacation Needs
This is Tai Laundry. Located on the North side o f the ring road, Maenam Soi 3. Look for the laundry at the East side of Soi 3 off the main road a little. 50 Baht per kilo, washed and ironed.
Laundry
This is Tai Laundry. Located on the North side o f the ring road, Maenam Soi 3. Look for the laundry at the East side of Soi 3 off the main road a little. 50 Baht per kilo, washed and ironed.
Traveler advice
Getting around
You will need a car or a driver
The community is in the hills, above Maenam on the north side of the island and about 15 minutes from the airport. However, due to the nature of the location a car, driver or motorbike is needed.
Customs and culture
Always smile and be kind
Thailand is a lovely place but it is important to understand that socially aggressive behaviors are not welcomed in the culture. Smile, even if you aren't feeling it and you will be fine.
Getting around
Cars and motor scooters
If you feel confident to operate a motor scooter safely, then you can use one on Koh Samui. However, it can be dangerous. Whether driving or on a scooter always take care and make sure you are being cautious.
Getting around
Food Delivery Service
Food Panda is the dominant delivery service for restaurants on Koh Samui.