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Popular rental locations in Ko Samui

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Car rental offers in Ko Samui

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Ko Samui.

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Economy
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Full-size
Luxury
Station wagon
Passenger van
SUV

Car rental companies in Ko Samui

Below are the car rental companies in Ko Samui with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Thai Rent A Car

    8.8 (55)
    From £ 18 / day
  • Budget

    8.5 (9604)
    From £ 18 / day
  • Drive Hellas

    8.5 (278)
    From £ 17 / day
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.7 (3331)
    From £ 19 / day
  • Sixt

    7.7 (3316)
    From £ 20 / day
  • National Car Rental

    7.6 (402)
    No rates available
  • Europcar

    7.3 (8061)
    From £ 19 / day
  • Avis

    7.9 (5940)
    From £ 22 / day
  • Hertz

    7.9 (6852)
    From £ 21 / day
  • Thrifty

    7.6 (5438)
    No rates available
  • Drive On Holidays

    8 (1244)
    From £ 18 / day

When is the best time to book a rental car in Ko Samui?

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Ko Samui), September is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Ko Samui), September is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Ko Samui), September is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Ko Samui), September is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Ko Samui), September is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Ko Samui), September is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Ko Samui), September is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon?

At this destination (Ko Samui), March is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting a station wagon, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Ko Samui), September is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Ko Samui), September is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. March is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Ko Samui - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Ko Samui), September is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

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Ko Samui Guide

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The beach paradise island of Koh Samui has been a favourite holiday destination since its discovery by hippies in the late 20th century. It’s changed a great deal since its early days and is now a vibrant hub for nightlife and water sports. Located offshore from Thailand’s Kra Ithsmus, its most popular and commercial beaches are Lamai, Chaweng and Bophut, while the western shores of the island are catching up fast with new upscale hotel and resort developments. Koh Samui is Thailand’s second-largest island after Phuket, making self-drive with car rental the best way to get around.

Who to Book With
Koh Samui offers a good choice of car rental agencies, both at the airport and in the beach resorts, with Budget, Avis, Europcar, Hertz and Sixt augmented by a local branch of Thai Rent a Car. The high season here runs from December through to February, although visitors flock to the island during the late spring and summer months as well. For the best price and the car of your choice, booking in advance online is advised.

Best Time to go
Due to its tropical climate, Koh Samui is a year-round destination, although any month except February could see rain in varying quantities. October and November are the wettest months, but showers rarely last for more than an hour.

Need to Know Essentials
The following documents should be presented when you pick up your car:

- A valid UK or home country driving license
- A second photo ID, such as your passport
- The credit card used for the reservation
- A print-out of your rental confirmation

For more info, please read our FAQ's.

Driving
Driving on Koh Samui is easy if you take your time and are aware of local motoring habits, although road conditions outside the main tourist areas leave much to be desired. Road signage is bilingual, and petrol stations are plentiful and take credit card payments. Vehicles to watch out for include trucks and motorbikes, whose drivers are infamous for ignoring the rules of the road as regards lane discipline and overtaking. A seatbelt is mandatory for drivers, and mobile phone use while driving, although illegal, is standard here. Drink-driving laws are strict but rarely enforced, with care needing to be taken when driving late at night. Parking isn’t usually a problem if you avoid yellow lines.

You can find more general driving information in our guide to Thailand.

Transport

Getting around by public transport on Koh Samui involves the ubiquitous songthaews (converted pick-up trucks), which double up as the local bus service. Fares are fixed, with 50 baht per journey an average. Taxis can be hailed on the road or booked in advance, but overcharging is rife and meters are rarely used. There is no train service on Koh Samui.

Taxis
Officially, taxis here are operated by the public Koh Samui Taxi Service, but drivers mostly refuse to offer metered travel, preferring to charge inflated sums for all journeys. There are no fixed-price journeys here, so haggling is necessary to get an acceptable price, which is usually less than half of the original quote. Airport taxis and minibuses are best booked in advance to save money, with Samui Taxis a useful option.

Buses
Songthaews provide the island’s bus service for locals and visitors, with fixed fares dependent on distance and no fixed routes. You’ll need to ask the driver if he’s going your way, after which you’ll be told the charge. If you’re travelling in a group to a particular destination, hire a songthaew for the journey and negotiate a fixed price.

Exploring

All around the island are diverse locations waiting to be explored, both above and below the water. Koh Samui is a hub for snorkelling and diving amongst the island’s many coral reefs, and the interior holds areas of natural beauty with waterfalls, small farming villages and spectacular traditional Buddhist temples.

Recommended Drives

Coast Road - The island’s 80kms coast road gives a scenic overview of beaches and famous rock formations, such as the ‘Grandmother and Grandfather’ rocks with their strong resemblance to the male and female genitalia. There are plenty of stopping-off places for a wander and a delicious seafood lunch, and road conditions are generally good.

Chaweng Beach - Starting from Chaweng Beach, another scenic drive heads to the Buddhist pilgrimage hub of Kunaram Temple, famous on the island for holding the mummified corpse of its most-loved abbot, who died whilst meditating. Nearby are Hua Thanon Village and one of the island’s largest coconut plantations, where you can watch specially-trained monkeys harvesting the ripe nuts. On the return journey, stop off at the Big Buddha Temple on Fan Island.

Koh Samui’s northern coastline - This boasts lush tropical forests, rising to the slopes of Khao Pom, the island’s highest point at 635m. Heading towards the island’s northwest tip, you’ll find the secluded Laem Yai beach with its picturesque views of Angthong marine park’s offshore islands. Nearby Mae Nam beach is also peaceful and lovely.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Thai baht
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    80 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    90 km/h
  • Language
    Thai
  • Popular car category
    Economy

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • Thai Rent A Car
  • Budget
  • Drive Hellas
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Sixt
  • National Car Rental
  • Europcar
  • Avis
  • Hertz
  • Thrifty
  • Drive On Holidays
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