Beachfront resort on Samui's quiet north coast offering excellent value with pool access rooms. Family-friendly with kids facilities, yet romantic with beachfront dining and sunset views.
Centra by Centara Coconut Beach Resort Samui is a beachfront resort on Maenam Beach on Koh Samui's quiet northern coast, in the Maenam subdistrict of Ko Samui district, Surat Thani province. Maenam Beach is one of Samui's most relaxed coastal strips — long, relatively uncrowded, and edged by coconut palms — a deliberate contrast to the busier scenes at Chaweng and Lamai on the island's east coast. The resort operates under Centara Hotels & Resorts' mid-range Centra brand and delivers four-star standards to a family and couples market. Accommodation spans 150 rooms and suites across three building types: coconut grove garden rooms, pool-access rooms opening directly onto the central pool, and deluxe beachfront rooms with sea views from private balconies. Interior design uses tropical timber finishes, woven rattan, and locally-inspired ceramic accents. Multiple pools are arranged through the garden, with a primary pool running parallel to the beach and a smaller family splash pool. The beachfront restaurant serves an international and Thai menu with an evening seafood barbecue as a regular feature. A full-service spa offers traditional Thai massage, body wraps, and couple's treatments. A supervised children's club runs daily activities. The resort's north-coast location makes it convenient for reaching Fisherman's Village at Bo Phut — Koh Samui's most charming walking street — by songthaew in approximately 15 minutes.
Amenities
- beachfront
- multiple pools
- spa
- restaurants
- kids club
- watersports
Location
14/2 Moo 4, Maenam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84330
9.5519, 100.0164 View on map
Highlights
- Beachfront setting on Maenam Beach, one of Koh Samui's quietest and least-developed northern stretches
- Pool-access rooms with direct step-from-balcony pool entry, popular with couples
- Evening seafood barbecue on the beach terrace with fresh locally-sourced ingredients
- 15-minute songthaew ride to Fisherman's Village at Bo Phut for Koh Samui's best walking street
- Family-friendly facilities including supervised kids club and dedicated children's splash pool
Tips for visiting
- Pool-access rooms are worth the upgrade for stays focused on poolside relaxation; book early as these sell out first
- Maenam Beach has a long flat-sand section ideal for early morning walks before the day heats up, with almost no vendor activity
- The evening seafood barbecue can be suspended during heavy monsoon rain — ask reception on arrival for the current schedule
- Fisherman's Village Friday Night Market is an excellent reason to time a visit around that evening
- Songthaew trucks along the main ring road connect to Chaweng (25-35 minutes) for those wanting the livelier east-coast scene
Accessibility
The resort grounds are largely flat with paved pathways throughout the garden areas and along the beachfront. Elevator access is available to upper floors. Accessible rooms with adapted bathrooms are available on request. The beach itself involves crossing soft sand, which may be challenging for wheelchair users; resort staff can assist with beach access on request.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Maenam Beach suitable for swimming?
Maenam Beach is generally calm and suitable for swimming outside the monsoon season. The northern shore can have some current during the October-November season transition; the resort will advise on current conditions.
How far is the resort from Samui Airport?
Koh Samui Airport is located approximately 12 kilometres east of the resort on the north coast road, a drive of around 20-25 minutes by taxi.
Does the resort have a kids club?
Yes, a supervised kids club runs daily activities including arts and crafts, Thai cooking introductions, and beach games for children aged 4-12.
Are water sports available at the resort?
The resort offers kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding from the beach. The concierge can arrange snorkelling trips, fishing excursions, and island-hopping tours from Maenam Beach pier nearby.
Does the resort participate in the Centara loyalty programme?
Yes, the resort is part of the Centara The 1 loyalty programme, allowing members to earn points redeemable across Centara properties in Thailand and the region.