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Try it free →Choeng MonNorth-east headland - upscale
฿18,000–฿38,0001-bed rent / month
9/10Beach rating
9/10Investment rating
Overview
Choeng Mon sits on the north-east headland between Chaweng and the airport - Samui's most exclusive residential pocket, a cluster of quiet coves, luxury resorts and hillside villas commanding sea views. It offers privacy and calm just minutes from the airport and Chaweng, making it the premium choice for high-end pool-villa living.
The main beach is a sheltered, swimmable cove backed by upscale resorts, while the headland's hills hold some of the island's most sought-after villas and branded residences. Choeng Mon trades volume for quality, so stock skews to higher-end homes and prices sit at the top of the Samui market alongside parts of Bophut.
Who Choeng Mon suits
Premium villa buyers & rentersQuiet-luxury seekersCouples & professionalsSea-view investors
Strengths
- Exclusive, quiet and upscale
- Sheltered swimmable cove and luxury resorts
- Sea-view hillside villas and branded residences
- Minutes from both Chaweng and the airport
Trade-offs
- The most expensive part of the island
- Limited budget options
- Hilly - a car or scooter is needed
Rental & sale pricing
Indicative monthly condo rents in Choeng Mon, by unit size. Ranges reflect the spread from older or smaller stock to new, high-spec towers — verify current asking prices on individual listings.
| Unit | Monthly rent (THB) |
|---|---|
| Studio | ฿11,000 – ฿20,000 |
| 1 bedroom | ฿18,000 – ฿38,000 |
| 2 bedroom | ฿38,000 – ฿80,000 |
| 3 bedroom | ฿70,000 – ฿180,000 |
Getting around
Transport
Scooter & car (recommended on the headland) · Songthaews (limited; main road to Chaweng) · Grab / Bolt & taxis (on-demand) · Samui International Airport (USM) (~5-10 min)
On the map
Choeng Mon & the neighbourhood.
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Schools, healthcare & lifestyle
International schools
Panyadee British International School (Plai Laem, ~10 min) · International School of Samui (~10 min) · Greenacre International School (Bophut, ~15 min)
Hospitals & clinics
Bangkok Hospital Samui (~10-15 min) · Thai International Hospital (Bandon) (~15 min)
Lifestyle & landmarks
Choeng Mon Beach (sheltered cove) · Luxury resorts & beach clubs · Plai Laem & Wat Plai Laem (nearby) · Big Buddha (adjacent Bang Rak)
Dining
Choeng Mon village restaurants · Resort & beachfront dining
Choeng Mon at a glance
4/10Value
9/10Beach
3/10Nightlife
8/10Family
7/10Transport
9/10Investment
8/10Quiet
7/10Dining
Choeng Mon — frequently asked questions
Why is Choeng Mon the most expensive area in Koh Samui?
Choeng Mon is the island's exclusive north-east headland - quiet coves, luxury resorts and sea-view hillside villas, prized for privacy and quality while sitting minutes from both Chaweng and the airport. Limited high-end stock and strong demand for premium pool villas push prices to the top of the Samui market.
Is Choeng Mon good for families?
Yes - it pairs a sheltered, swimmable cove with quiet upscale surroundings, several international schools within 10-15 minutes and quick airport access, which appeals to families wanting privacy and high-end villa living. The main trade-off is cost.
How much does it cost to rent in Choeng Mon?
Choeng Mon is the top of Samui's market. Indicatively, one-bedrooms run about THB 18,000-38,000 a month and two-bedrooms THB 38,000-80,000, with premium sea-view pool villas well above that. Budget studios are scarce on the headland.
Other Koh Samui areas
Sources & References
- Real Estate Information Center (REIC), Government Housing Bank, Thailand
- National Statistical Office, Thailand
- Tourism Authority of Thailand
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Available now
See them all →14 homes available in Choeng Mon right now.
All 14 are listed to buy, not to rent.
These are matched to Choeng Mon by the district each home is filed under, not by anything in its listing title. A home we cannot place in a district is left off every district page rather than guessed onto one.
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Samujana Samui Villa 5
4-bedroom villa · Choeng Mon
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5-bedroom villa · Choeng Mon
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6-bedroom villa · Choeng Mon
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3 bd4 ba220 m²Villa for sale
The Balian Koh Samui Villas
3-bedroom villa · Choeng Mon
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New Project of 10 Luxury 3 Bed Duplex Villas at Choeng Mon Beach
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Last updated 7 July 2026 · Last reviewed 7 July 2026