Car Hire Ko Samui - Mini guide to Ko Samui

Located in Thailand’s Surat Thani Province, Ko Samui is a large island of the country’s eastern shores. As the third largest island in Thailand, Samui, as the locals call it, welcomes honeymooners, leisure seekers, backpackers and dive enthusiasts throughout the year. The islands airport is only 20 years old and holds the titles as one of the most gorgeous airports in the world.

As a beautiful island within the Gulf of Thailand, visiting the many beaches is a must. With car hire in Ko Samui, beach hopping is easily done within a day Chaweng Beach is the islands longest beach and is the place to be for entertainment and night life. For those in search of a quieter escape, Lamai Beach is nearly as large and tons quieter and more laid back.

With cheap car hire in Ko Samui, take a trip over to Big Buddha Beach, which is located at the northern end of the island. The 12-metre Buddha sits high above the beach, which rather quiet and peaceful. Car rental in Ko Samui also allows travellers to explore the many natural facets of the island.

Ko Samui is an excellent hub for travellers interested in attending the Full Moon Party on sister island of Ko Phangan. Just a 30-minute speedboat ride over and visitors can enjoy a night of partying and celebrating the month’s full moon. Back on Ko Samui, Coral Cove is located just between Lamai Beach and Chaweng Beach and provides nature lovers with plenty of snorkelling opportunities.

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We rent the following types of cars: Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or equiv.), Mini, Small family (Ford Focus or equiv.), Medium family (Toyota Avensis or equiv.), large family (BMW 5 series), 4x4, SUV, Convertible, Van, Sports car, Luxury cars.

Hire cheap cars from the following suppliers, Ebookers, Opodo, Avis, Expedia, Sixt, Thrifty and budget rental prices from EasyCar, Budget, Holiday Autos, Economy, 121carhire.