From paradise beaches to five-star luxury (not to mention those sunsets!) the island of Koh Samui has romance written all over it. Looking to pop the question or to celebrate a special anniversary while visiting the island? Here are the most romantic restaurants and dining experiences in Koh Samui.
Dining Under the Stars at Hansar Samui
Dining under the stars – what could be more romantic than that? Hansar Samui offers one of the most romantic dining experiences in Koh Samui with beautiful private tables set right on the beach in Bophut. The dinner features a gourmet set menu crafted by Chef Stephen Jean Dion and in true island style, barefoot butler service.
Hansar Samui
Location: 101/28 Moo1, Bophut, Koh Samui
Tel: +66 77 245 511
Tree Tops Sky Dining & Bar
Tree Tops Sky Dining & Bar is one of the best-loved romantic restaurants in Koh Samui. Located at the luxurious Anantara resort, the restaurant offers lush tropical views reaching all the way to the ocean. The menu includes international a la carte options and curated degustation options complemented by an extensive wine list.
Tree Tops Sky Dining & Bar
Location: Anantara Resort, 92/1 Moo 2, Chaweng, Koh Samui
Tel: +66 77 960 333
The Boudoir
No one does romance quite like the French and The Boudoir is hands down the best French restaurant in Koh Samui. The small family-owned venue is located in Maenam and serves divine French flavours in an opulent setting inspired by the Arabian Nights. The Boudoir has very limited seating and finding the place might take some effort – but this only adds to the venues cult status.
The Boudoir
Location: 32/2 Moo1, Maenam, Koh Sa-Mui
Tel: +66 85 783 1031
Dining On the Rocks
Dining On the Rocks is one of the most famous and definitely among the most romantic restaurants in Koh Samui. Located at the Six Senses resort in Bophut, the restaurant sits on the tip of a dramatic headland and offers 270-degree views of the ocean. The restaurant serves international cuisine which much of the ingredients sourced from the resort’s own organic gardens. The set menus and wine pairing are sublime.
Dining On the Rocks
Location: Six Senses Samui, 9/10 Moo 5, Baan Plai Laem, Bophut, Koh Samui
Tel: +66 77 245 678
Ocean Pier by Latest Recipe
Ocean Pier is one of the most uniquely romantic restaurants in Koh Samui with tables set on a 224-metre pier floating in the Gulf of Thailand. Open for dinner only, the venue offers amazing views overlooking the water and a very atmospheric setting for that special dinner. Ocean Pier serves amazing seafood and curated Thai and international menus. If you’re looking for something really intimate, exclusive private dining experiences are also available.
Ocean Pier by Latest Recipe
Location: Le Méridien, 146/24 Moo 4, Lamai Beach, Koh Samui
Tel: +66 77 960 888
Sunset Dinner Cruise with The Red Baron
Anchors away! If you’re looking to impress, why not charter a private vessel and enjoy dinner sailing the waters surrounding Koh Samui? The Red Barron offers romantic sunset dinner cruises sailing along Samui’s best beaches. The cruises are offered every Monday and Friday starting at 4.30p and include buffet dinner on board.
The Red Baron
Location: Petcherat Marina pier, Bangrak
Beach Sala Dinner at Zazen
It’s hard to think of a more romantic dining venue than the beachfront salas at Zanzen resort in Bophut. Set right on the water’s edge, these traditional Thai gazebos offer an incredibly intimate dining venue, decorated with flowers and attended to by a personal butler. Enjoy the gourmet set menus and let the magic of Samui wash over you at one of the most romantic restaurants in Koh Samui.
Zazen
Location: 177, Moo 1, Bophut, Koh Samui
Tel: +66 7742 5085
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