Samui First House Hotel

Hotels
6.5 (555 reviews)
4 Had Chaweng, Bophut, Suratthani, Koh Samui , Chaweng , th

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent beachfront location / easy beach access
Good value for money / affordable pricing
Friendly and generally helpful staff
Nice pool and pool-to-beach access
Close to Chaweng beach
Some rooms have balconies and functional AC
Quiet spot but near amenities
Great option for budget travelers
Cons:
Poor cleanliness in places (dirty fridge, musty smell, holey towels)
Old/aged rooms and bathroom fittings
Very hard or uncomfortable beds
Weak or cold shower water pressure in some rooms
Occasional unhelpful or rude staff / booking payment issue
Doors not sealing well; mosquitoes reported
Breakfast considered expensive by some
Stairs and parking access issues for families with children

Categories

Cleanliness
4.5
Multiple comments about poor cleanliness and upkeep (dirty fridge, holey beach towels, musty/humidity smell); some mention daily cleaning but overall cleanliness is a clear negative.
Service
7.5
Mostly praised — several reviews call staff awesome, friendly and helpful; however there are isolated reports of rude or unhelpful staff and an issue over late check-out/charges.
Location
8
Consistently positive: first-line or very close to the beach, easy access to Chaweng beach; a few guests noted it is slightly removed from the main shopping/restaurant area (~20–30 min walk).
Room Quality
5
Mixed to negative: several reports of old furniture, aged bathrooms, very hard beds and doors/AC problems; some rooms have small balconies and functional AC but room condition is below expectations.
Amenities
7
Pool and direct beach access are frequently praised and considered good value; issues noted with beach umbrella service and some worn items (towels).
Value for Money
8
Multiple reviewers explicitly call it good value/affordable with excellent price-to-location ratio.
Food and Beverage
6
Little commentary beyond breakfast being considered somewhat expensive (~€7 supplement); otherwise no strong positives or negatives on F&B.
Overall Experience
6
Overall mixed experience: excellent location, decent staff and value but held back by cleanliness and room condition issues; represents a modestly positive but imperfect stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 22:47

Property Description

Convenient Location
Samui First House is ideally situated between the popular Chaweng and Chaweng Noi beaches, offering easy access to both beach relaxation and vibrant nightlife.

Comfortable Accommodation
The rooms at First House Samui are designed for comfort with wooden furnishings, large windows, cable TV, and minibar. Some rooms even boast private balconies with pool views for a touch of luxury.

Relaxing Amenities
Guests can unwind with a rejuvenating massage or lounge by the outdoor pool. The hotel also offers safety deposit boxes, a tour desk, minimart, and internet corner for added convenience.

Book your stay at Samui First House now for a perfect blend of relaxation and excitement in Koh Samui!

Important information:

Please note that the name of the credit card holder must be the same as the guest's name and credit card must be presented to the hotel upon check-in.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: USM

Location

Guest Reviews

6.5
Based on 555 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.5
Service: 7.5
Location: 8
Room Quality: 5
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 6
Overall Experience: 6
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DANIELE • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

La posizione

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Patrik • solo_traveller • se
7
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Kamila • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Arooba • couple • lu
5
Pros:

Piscine et petit déjeuner

Cons:

L’emplacement et le lit

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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christian • couple • gb
8
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Michele Conidi • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Sono stato in questa struttura tre volte e mi sono sempre trovato bene...
Lo consiglio anche perché si trova in un ottima posizione, lontano (non troppo) dalla caotica Chaweng.
Con una spiaggia privata e con piscina...
Wow...relax totale.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Marco • couple • it
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Corrado • couple • it
7
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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THEODOROS • family_with_children • gr
9
Περασαμε 27 υπεροχες μερες
Pros:

Η τελεια τοποθεσια μπροστα στην καλυτερη παραλια του Σαμουι

Cons:

Η παραλια κλεινει οκτω το βραδυ και αυτο δεν μου αρεσε

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Boulfrad • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Alessandro • solo_traveller • it
6
Pros:

Camera ampia

Cons:

Posizione purtroppo un po' lontana dalla zona con più movida e locali notturni

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Muriel • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Muriel • solo_traveller • fr
4
Pros:

La proximité de la plage et la rue animée de chaweng

Cons:

L'hôtel très vieillot, très sombre (un bâtiment en face a maximum 2m)
Literie très dure... Bref pour une nuit pas mal mais surtout pas pour rester les vacances

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • solo_traveller • cl
8
Pros:

La playa es bella

Cons:

Falta mantención a las habitaciones

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Mariem • solo_traveller • fr
7
Pros:

Les chambre la,piscine la mer

Cons:

Il y avais trop d escalier est on avais un enfant

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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marcel • family_with_children • nl
9
Goed hotel met mooi strand en nabij goede eetgelegenheden van verschillende prijsklassen.
Pros:

Goede voorzieningen zijn en vriendelijk personeel. Konden zonder problemen bijboeken.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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marcel • family_with_children • nl
8
Fijne plek gekoppeld aan een mooie zandstrand en niet heel druk.
Pros:

Alle benodigde voorzieningen aanwezig en dicht bij het strand.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Emmanuel • couple • fr
8
Super hôtel avec excellent rapport qualité prix compte tenu de sa situation géographique
Pros:

La proximité avec la plage de Chaweng, une des si ce n’est la plus belle plage de l’île

Cons:

La douche pourrait être améliorée notamment la pression

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Melica • solo_traveller • nl
4
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Mohannad • couple • de
8
جيده
Pros:

قريب من البحر

Cons:

وقوف السيارات عند مداخل الشقق

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee