Travel Guide: Leelawadee Apartment, Koh Samui

Introduction

Tucked away on Thailand’s beloved tropical island of Koh Samui, Leelawadee Apartment offers a peaceful, home-style alternative to crowded beach resorts, perfect for independent travelers, long-stay visitors, and small families looking to experience the island’s authentic relaxed vibe. Set against a backdrop of lush green hills and glittering Andaman Sea views, this collection of standalone private apartments balances comfort, affordability, and convenience for a memorable Samui getaway.

Hotel Overview

Located at Moo 2, Koh Samui, 84330 Thailand, Leelawadee Apartment features fully separate standalone units with private entrances, giving guests total privacy during their stay. Every apartment is outfitted with everything you need for a comfortable self-catered stay: a simple functional kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and electric kettle, a separate living area with a sofa and dining space, and a private balcony or terrace with outdoor seating, where many units open up to stunning sea or island views.

Complimentary amenities include free WiFi throughout all rooms, free private on-site and street parking, and 24/7 exterior security monitoring. For a small extra fee, the property offers paid airport transfers, car rental, grocery delivery, and infant childcare services. On-site activities include Thai cooking classes, and the property can arrange paid off-site activities including diving, hiking, kayaking, windsurfing, fishing, and golf at a course just 3 kilometers away. The multilingual staff speaks English, French, and Thai, making check-in and requests seamless for international visitors.

Nearby Attractions

Three standout local attractions are easily accessible from Leelawadee Apartment:

• Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai) – Just 15 minutes’ drive away, this iconic 12-meter-tall golden Buddha sits atop a small hill overlooking the Gulf of Thailand. Visitors can climb the staircase lined with naga statues for sweeping coastal views and explore the adjacent temple grounds dotted with traditional Thai shrines.
• Choeng Mon Beach – A quiet 10-minute drive from the apartment, this soft white-sand beach is far less crowded than popular Chaweng Beach, with calm shallow water perfect for swimming and casual beachfront seafood shacks serving fresh grilled fish.
• Samui Monkey Theatre – A family-friendly attraction 20 minutes away, this cultural performance showcases trained macaques performing traditional coconut-harvesting demonstrations and comedy skits, giving visitors a fun look at local coconut farming traditions.

Travel Tips

Book your airport transfer through the hotel in advance to avoid overcharging from taxi stands at Koh Samui Airport. If you plan to explore the island independently, take advantage of the hotel’s on-site car rental service, which offers competitive rates for daily or weekly hire. The apartment’s self-catering kitchen is ideal for budget travelers – stock up on fresh fruit, local snacks, and ingredients at the nearby Nathon Night Market, 20 minutes away, for homemade meals. For stays during Thailand’s hot season (March to August), note that air conditioning incurs a small extra fee, so be sure to budget for this when planning your trip.