Scooter Rental in Maenam, Koh Samui 2026

Maenam is Koh Samui's quietest major beach — a long, mostly undeveloped 7 km stretch of the north coast west of Bophut, where coconut plantations still come almost to the water's edge and most accommodation is budget bungalows and family-run guesthouses rather than resorts. If you want the Samui that existed before the Chaweng boom, Maenam is it.

Maenam has developed a reputation as the long-stay budget base on Samui, particularly for backpackers and retirees on longer visas. Monthly accommodation is cheaper here than anywhere else on the island, restaurants are simpler and local-priced, and the vibe is slow. The weekly **Maenam Sunday Walking Street** in the town centre is one of the better local markets on Samui, with cheap street food and crafts rather than tourist tat.

A scooter is essential in Maenam. The beach bungalows are strung out over 7 km of coast, the town is set back from the beach, and taxis are even more scarce (and expensive) than elsewhere on Samui. Monthly rates are the right move for anyone staying more than a week.

Maenam is also the cheapest ferry-free access point to Koh Phangan — the Haad Rin Queen ferry from Maenam pier runs directly to Haad Rin, which is the fastest way to the Full Moon Party without detouring via Big Buddha pier.