Taling Ngam Beach, located on the west coast of Koh Samui just south of Nathon town, is a beautiful and quiet area of Koh Samui.

Not as developed as many areas of the island, Taling Ngam offers extraordinary views and sunsets to the west with the sun setting behind the Angthong Marine National Park's many islands.

There are several resorts and hotels in Taling Ngam, as well as an assortment of both local the international restaurants.

Nearby Lipa Noi beach stretches several kilometres with unspoilt beaches, very few people and room to move and enjoy oneself.

This lovely, hidden away beach is dominated by the Le Meridien Baan Taling Ngam, which climbs from the beachfront all the way up the hillside. But you don't have to stay there to enjoy the beach - day-trippers are welcome, and Taling Ngam is a world away from much of the rest of the island.

Fine swimming and sunbathing are the two main pastimes here, though a small fishing village is within walking distance nearby and more restaurants are slowly appearing in the area.

	Baan Taling Ngam Resort & Spa Baan Taling Ngam Resort & Spa is located on Koh Samui's south-west coast. Samui lies in the Gulf of Thailand, about a one-hour flight from Bangkok, or a 30-minute flight from the resort island of Phuket on Thailand's west coast. There are also regular ferry services from Surat Thani, the closest mainland city.

	Ban Sabai Sunset Beach Resort & Spa This luxury resort is located directly on the beach front, commanding spectacular views of the Koh Samui coast and nearby islands, and hosts a serene setting with extensive leisure facilities.

Koh Samui Hotel Reservations: Discount for all hotels, resorts and accommodation in Thailand