Hemingway's on the Beach

With appetising Thai dishes, this beachside choice – home to Jaa's Cooking School (1500B per person) – is an excellent reason to escape to the southwest corner of Ko Samui. Tuck into fresh seafood and bask in the views, especially come sundown. Hemingway's also arranges long-tail and speedboat island tours, while massage is at hand for post-meal relaxation.