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Maenam

Long quiet beach, a real Thai village and good value homes.

QuietLocalRent: MediumDraft guide
Maenam, Koh Samui

Who it suits

Long stayers, couples and families on a sensible budget.

Who it doesn't suit

People who want nightlife or a big gym scene.

Typical rent

15k to 40k THB for a house

Where it is

The north coast between Bang Por and Bophut, from the beach up to the ring road.

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Beaches and swimming

  • Maenam Beach

    Long, calm and good for swimming most of the year

Daily life

  • Thursday walking street
  • Local market near the pier road
  • A few relaxed beach bars

Getting around

Scooter or car. Some walking near the beach road.

Airport

About 20 min by car

Chaweng

About 25 min by car

Fisherman's Village

About 10 min by car

  • Maenam Lomprayah Pier (Pralarn): Lomprayah → Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Chumphon

Internet

180 Mbps down · 150 Mbps up

Measured by our team in house on the beach road, October 2026. Speeds vary by street and provider.

Highlights nearby

  • Maenam Walking Street

    Thursday evening market through the village.

The honest version

  • Long calm beach
  • Great value rentals
  • Local markets and food
  • Quiet in the evening
  • You'll want a scooter
  • Fewer western restaurants

Good to know

  • The Lomprayah pier at the west end is handy for Koh Phangan trips

Last updated October 2026

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