Getting aroundAlthough we recommend hiring a car during your stay at Samui Sanctuary Residence - Villa One, taxis can be easily booked using Grab Taxi.
Grab Taxi Grab Taxi allows you to book the island's taxi drivers using the Grab mobile app. Payment is by cash to the driver or via credit card through their app. The best part? No haggling necessary. Especially since taxi drivers in Samui are infamous for not using their meters despite it being the law. The app quotes you the price when you book. Available on both Google Play and Apple App Store. Car rental There are car rental counters (Hertz, Sixt, Budget, Avis) located in the arrivals area of the Samui Airport. To ensure availability of cars, consider booking in advance of your trip. Samui Airport Taxi Samui Airport Taxi provides private and shared airport transfers as well as Island tours. Their counter is located in the arrivals hall of the Samui Airport. Taxi services The cheapest method of getting around Koh Samui is on a songthaew. Prices range as little as 20 baht per person to generally no more than 60 baht. You can just jump aboard and pay 20 baht per person when you jump off – no discussion or haggling. In the evenings, some will operate as private taxis, meaning they will take you directly to your destination. But they will also charge you considerably more for doing so. You will need to negotiate with the driver before setting off. The taxis of Koh Samui are yellow and maroon. While most have a meter, very few ever use it. Instead, drivers will negotiate a fixed price with you which is often quite high relative to the distance. Considerably cheaper, motorbike taxis in Koh Samui can be found by looking for the riders in brightly-coloured vests. As with other forms of taxi, you will need to negotiate a price in advance. Gas / Petrol Stations 4171, Bo Put 4 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/LiM2ciBgYtq TelecomDialling code to call from/to Thailand - Thailand country code 066
- From Thailand: 001 + country code + regional area code WITHOUT the 0 + number - From abroad: 00 + 66 + regional area code WITHOUT the 0 + number A phone call in Thailand (all over the country): regional area code (with the 0) + number Calling a mobile phone - Dialling codes 01 or 06 or 07 or 09 - From Thailand: 01 or 06 or 07 or 09 + number - From abroad: 00 + 66 + 1 or 6 or 7 or 9 + number Useful Phone Numbers - Directory Assistance 1133 - Tourist Police 1155 - Police (General Emergency Call) 191 - Bangkok Samui Hospital 077 429500 - Samui International Hospital 077 422272 - Ambulance and Rescue 1554 - Fire 199 - National Disaster Warning Centre 1860 - Crime 1195 - Medical Emergency Call 1669 - Immigration 076 221905 Credit Card Loss - Visa, Mastercard (Bangkok) 02-299 1990 - American Express (Bangkok) 02-273 0020 Bangkok Airways - Bangkok airport office 02 265 5555 - Samui airport office 077 428 500 / 077 428 555 - Chaweng office 077 422 512-9 |
Where is the nearest...BEACH
Thongson Bay 20 min walk / 5 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/PY4DEnNPkbv Choeng Mon Beach 15 min walk / 3 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/BvkhUjvKeGJ2 Bophut Beach (by Fisherman Village) 15 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/GsiVefYDeHri4eR4A EXERCISE/FITNESS Melati Beach Resort & Spa For a fixed price each day or month, Melati Beach Resort and Spa allows non-residents to use their gym facilities. 2 minute drive https://maps.app.goo.gl/sUg4iSC8nNYAQ5ui9 Air Dance & Wellfit Studio Plai Leam Soi 4, 23/1 Choengmon 1 min walk https://goo.gl/maps/tFEsApg7hMQ2 At home Crossfit program Check out this Crossfit program you can do on your own at the villa. Go to page 2 for a two week program. SPA/MASSAGE Hansar Luxsa Spa As part of Hansar Samui Resort & Spa, Luxsa is one of the best spas on the island. Hansar Samui 101/28 Moo 1, Bophut 15 minute drive goo.gl/maps/YjfaFnBACDo Melati Beach Resort & Spa Located just a two minute drive, it is one of the best places for a massage close to the villa. 2 minute drive https://maps.app.goo.gl/sUg4iSC8nNYAQ5ui9 Sakura Massage Located in Fisherman's Village, Sakura has reasonable prices for massages. 15 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/PHyzk9GFswR2 Cyan Spa Samui Also located in Fisherman's Village, it's best to book the regular massages such as aromatherapy massage, oil massage and Thai massage here. 15 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/ZMyCfHvCm4T2 BANK Bank of Ayudhya - ATM only 10/10 , Moo 5 , Bo Phut , Ko Samui , Surat Thani 84320 Service Hours :Monday - Friday 8.30-16.30 https://goo.gl/maps/zyjq9hbfpRD2 MEDICAL FACILITIES/PHARMACY B.J. PHARMACY 59/26-27, Moo 5 Bo Phut 18 min walk / 3 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/ns1jyqe2TeL2 Morya Pharmacy Tongsai Road 18 min walk / 4 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/jFzdMCjP7M82 Samui International Hospital Ko Samui District 12 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/GGDkJDeHKGs Thai International Hospital Ko Samui District 17 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/2yJqYuqMEdv Bangkok Hospital Samui This resort like hospital is a little more expensive and expats favour it. https://goo.gl/maps/bKNFNkqzAYTAVRdo8 SHOPPING MALL/CINEMA Central Festival Samui 209, Moo 2, Bo Phut 16 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/zhAZrUBBmMx Tesco Lotus Samui In addition to the sizeable supermarket, this supercenter has everything from clothing shops to a HomePro to a food court. It even has a cinema! หมู่ที่ 6 1/7 ถนนทวีราษฎร์ภักดี Tambon Bo Put. 20 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/ZJx8Zv3ZLbj3qDR6A Big C Supercenter Everything from the supermarket, to clothing shops to a cinema, can be found here. 129/19 Moo 1 18 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/VPSJ77YWP272 Major Cineplex Central Samui 09/1-2 หมู่ ที่ 2, ตำบล บ่อผุด 15 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/VtNuRy4sRgL2 Major Cineplex Lotus & Central Samui /7 อาคาร เท ส โก้ โลตัส ชั่ น 1, 167/1 ตำบล บ่อผุด 20 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/nusYSaUyQVx POST OFFICE Chaweng Post Office (Main) +66 85 232 5896 Mon – Fri: 08:30 – 16:30 Sat: 09:00 – 12:00 20 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/vNz4af55AFR2 Post Office Choeng Mon (Small) Route 4171, Choeng Mon Cross road of the Samujana Resort at 63/145 Moo 5 Mon – Fri: 08:30 – 16:30 Sat: 09:00 – 12:00 5 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/iqxh6KK6bFn |
Places to eatMr Eung's Seafood Restaurant
Hidden gem for great Thai food. Mr Eung and his alter ego Lisa are great hosts. Thongsai Road | Choeng Mon 2 min drive / 12 min walk https://goo.gl/maps/BFkfUjDTSNN2 Nana Restaurant A local and simple restaurant serving delicious Thai food at local prices. 4 min drive / 14 min walk https://goo.gl/maps/64Lyqn5S577CYwsdA Supattra Thai Dining High end Thai restaurant run by a husband and wife team. A must visit when in Samui. Reservations are a must as there are limited tables. 7 min drive 32/6 Moo 4 Sanam Bin Road Bophut +66 93 282 8777 https://goo.gl/maps/dJ2eBrsBdkM2 Carnival Beach Village From Western dishes to Asian dishes, this restaurant does it all and does it well. They are located right on the beach with its own pool for customer use. 5 min drive, 23 minute walk 59/240, Bo Put https://maps.app.goo.gl/7PfNXpxwg3eHWWFg9 Pi Samui Located on the beach, Pi Samui features a fire show every evening. Food and ambiance is on par. 24/84 Moo 5, Choeng Mon Beach 7 min drive, 30 min walk https://maps.app.goo.gl/L5JLWZzZJNfGuauQA Sol Bake Brew Bites Open daily from 7:30AM - 5:00PM, this cafe is great for both breakfast and lunch. They also host special events regularly. 4 min drive, 21 min walk https://maps.app.goo.gl/jYoLGPn2x33EcDh47 Jungle Club Located high above Koh Samui, Jungle Club has the best overview of the whole island. It is well worth the drive. 30 minute drive up the hills https://maps.app.goo.gl/uouBrkSVebuwssyj9 Krua Samui The romantic ambience is perfect for date night. 15 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/3Vzu1Ubs7B6ojRA17 Bar Baguette Great coffee place with good pastries and food located at the Wharf in Fisherman Village. 15 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/BsyrZRK2m4qXrRJi8 Coco Tam's X Peppina Relaxing beach bar restaurant with great cocktails and Italian food. They host a fire show every night from 9.30pm. They have a fantastic rooftop with views overlooking the ocean and across to Koh Phangan. 15 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/4pGWtS9YyMDeSdV7A Krua Thai Restaurant 24/205 Moo 5, Choeng Mon 4 min drive / 26 min walk https://maps.app.goo.gl/gtviMf89qnLmLzi3A The Mother Restaurant Bo Put, Ko Samui District 3-4 min drive / 14 min walk https://goo.gl/maps/QgQZhNxqyBo K.O.B by the Sea Their chocolate croissants are scrumptious and they have a fantastic breakfast and lunch menu of both western and Thai dishes. The tuna melt sandwich is a favourite. 3/105 Moo 4, Bangrak 7 minute drive https://maps.app.goo.gl/CS8DeptSkd2VPEF3A Krua Bophut 16/16 Moo. 1 Tambon, Fisherman's Village You can choose your seafood from a selection right in front of the restaurant. There is seating available on the beach. 13 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/9wb5AkXQD3u Chez Francois Excellent French cuisine. They do a tasting menu. 33/2 Moo 1 Fisherman's Village Closed on Mondays. 13 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/SSZQRN2CLBB2 El Gaucho Great place for Argentinian steak. 51/7 Fisherman's Village Bophut, 13 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/Tmnu5g9UkxL2 Chez Khun Ying Specializes in Southern Thailand cuisine. These are dishes that are not on typical Thai menus. +66 99 196 6626 chezkhunying@gmail.com 249, Moo 2, Bophut, 6 min drive https://maps.app.goo.gl/5fm7pRApoLZmDDTTA Salefino Great Italian restaurant Reservations required salefinosamui@hotmail.com Bangrak (Bo Phut) Koh Samui 300 mt. before Big Buddha entrance 5 min drive https://maps.app.goo.gl/UxjCGYhWw5VFaQei8 Fisherman's Village restaurants Bophut 13 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/arYbk5uwfvw Route 4171 Choeng Mon area restaurants 18 min walk / 4 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/zJZe2J4QRCA2 HOME DELIVERY For those days when you rather the food come to you, Hangover Samui, Food Panda, Grab delivers all over the island from some of the best restaurants in town. Cook at homeThe villa is fully equipped with all you need to make your favourite meals, whether it's breakfast, lunch or dinner.
GROCERY STORES/ATMS 7-Eleven / ATM ตำบล บ่อผุด Tambon Bo Put, สุราษฎร์ธานี, Chang Wat 9 min walk / 2 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/t4TfG9DBdMQ2 7-Eleven / ATM Route 4171 / Tongsaid Road 14 min walk / 3 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/r3nHYtHcjAN2 Family Mart 4171, Bo Put 14 min walk / 4 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/xUcM8oELo6o Tops Market 209 Moo 2, Tambon Bo Phut 16 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/zhAZrUBBmMx Big C Supercenter 129/19 Moo 1, Bo Phut 18 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/VPSJ77YWP272 WINE SHOPS Wine Connection 1/48-49 Moo 6, Boonjumnong Apartment Projec Tambon Bophut 18 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/fpFFbNwVUWS2 Wine Connection Deli & Bistro Central Samui 209, 209/1, 209/2 Central Festival Samui Room 124, 124T, 1st Fl., Bophut 15 min drive https://goo.gl/maps/mzWxQvcw8542 |