Crystal Bay Beach Resort - Lamai Beach (Koh Samui)

Beachfront resort on Koh Samui's most picturesque swimming beach

Beach & Swimming

Crystal Bay Beach Resort sits directly on Thong Takien Bay, the top-rated beach on Tripadvisor for swimming and snorkeling on Koh Samui. The hotel's beachfront location provides direct access to calm, clear waters with a sandy bottom, safe for families and couples. Guests can snorkel from the beach to see coral and colorful fish, or use the on-site kayak and SUP rentals available nearby.

Accommodation

Rooms at Crystal Bay Resort include Beachfront Double Rooms with Balcony, Grand Double Rooms with Sea View, and Standard Triple Rooms. All air-conditioned rooms have private bathrooms, cable TV, minibar, and tea/coffee making facilities. The Beachfront Double Room with Balcony offers panoramic sea views from the bed and balcony, as noted by multiple guests.

Dining & Entertainment

The on-site Crystal Bay Restaurant offers Thai, seafood, international, and vegetarian menus with sweeping sea views. Guests can also access facilities at the Crystal Bay Yacht Club, including live music and special events like fire shows twice a week. A romantic 5-course dining experience is available at the beach club for couples.

Wellness & Recreation

The resort provides on-site massage treatments including Thai massage, foot massage, and full body massage, with a dedicated massage space overlooking the ocean. An outdoor swimming pool with sunbeds and a shallow end is open 24 hours. Guests can also use the pool table, table tennis, and motorbike or car rental services arranged by the hotel.

Family & Location

Crystal Bay Beach Resort Lamai Beach is family-friendly with a kids' menu and safe swimming conditions in the bay. The hotel is located between Chaweng and Lamai beaches, 2 km from Samui's center and 11 km from Samui Airport. Nearby attractions include Hin Ta Hin Yai, Wat Lamai Folklore Museum, and the lively Lamai night market.

• Beach: Top-rated swimming and snorkeling beach on Tripadvisor
• Rooms: Beachfront rooms with panoramic sea views
• Dining: Crystal Bay Restaurant with Thai, seafood & vegetarian menus
• Wellness: Ocean-view massage treatments available on-site
• Activities: Snorkeling, kayak rentals, live fire shows twice weekly
• Families: Kids' menu and safe shallow swimming bay