Duration
Half day or full day
Category
Day Trips
Difficulty
easy
Price
Free
Maenam Beach is a 4-kilometre stretch on Koh Samui's north coast, known for consistently calm and clear water — one of the best on the island for swimming regardless of season. The beach is darker-sanded than Chaweng but significantly less crowded, with a mix of budget guesthouses, the adults-only Explorar resort, and local restaurants along the road behind the beach. Fisherman's Village in Bophut is 10–15 minutes by Grab, making Maenam a good base for those who want beach peace without being completely isolated from dining and the Friday walking street.
Highlights
Calm water good for swimming year-round
Less crowded than Chaweng or Lamai
4km of beach on the north coast
Good budget accommodation behind the beach
10–15 min Grab to Bophut Fisherman's Village
Where to stay nearby
Closest hotels on this site, around Maenam. Distances are straight-line from the map pin.
