The island's tropical beachside beauty is at its stunning best at Bang Po Beach in Mae Nam, 15km from the airport, in north-west Samui. Villa Chi Samui is located right on the postcard-worthy white sand beach, fringed by swaying coconut palms, with the clear sapphire blue sea lapping lazily at the shore.

Thanks to the area’s growing popularity, rustic beachside restaurants and bars, as well as several new trendy beach clubs, are just a short stroll down the beach. For more sophisticated entertainment, the exclusive Four Seasons Resort and Spa is merely 4km away at Laem Yai Bay while Fisherman's Village is great for shopping and delicious food.