Is Fisherman's Village good for couples?

Fisherman's Village: the evening pick in Bo Phut

Fisherman's Village is the right pick if you're looking for something for the evenings: waterfront restaurants, a night market and a fire show, all within one walkable area and with a relaxed feel. It's also a good place to base yourself in the day, with plenty of hotels to choose from and some great cafes. The sand is coarse, so it isn't the place for a full beach day.

Fisherman's Village: who it suits, and where to look if it doesn't

If Fisherman's Village isn't quite right:

• Want a calmer base? Try Choeng Mon.
• Want a more remote island feel, with memorable sunset views over five islands? Try Lipa Noi and Taling Ngam.
• Not sure which area suits you? See which area of Koh Samui is best for couples.

Where to stay in Fisherman's Village: Zazen and Cielo, both on the beach

Zazen and Cielo are two romantic options on Bo Phut beach, both a walk from Fisherman's Village. Zazen is small and personal, with 26 individually furnished rooms at the quieter end of the beach, and its beachfront restaurant, The Club by Zazen, is one of the more romantic dinner spots on the island. Cielo is a small collection of suites and villas directly on the beach, most with their own private pool, and you can walk along the sand straight into the village.

For more, see our guide to where couples should stay in Bo Phut.

Eating and drinking in Fisherman's Village: dinner, drinks and a fire show

Dinner, drinks and a fire show are all within the walkable area. Ginger and Charm are the dinner picks, Karma is for drinks, and Coco Tam's is the one for the fire show.

Beyond the beach in Fisherman's Village: the night market, a massage and an elephant cafe

The night market runs on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday evenings, and Friday is the busiest, so go early.

There are plenty of strong options for a good value massage in Fisherman's Village, so you won't be short of choice, but our pick is Sakura.

Haven Elephant Cafe isn't in Fisherman's Village, but it's nearby. It's breakfast or lunch with a difference, with elephants roaming the grounds and no riding.

Getting around Fisherman's Village: walkable, with Grab, songthaew or a hire car

Fisherman's Village is walkable, and well positioned for some of the island's main attractions. If you want to go further afield, Grab or a songthaew will do the job, but for the most freedom to explore, hire a car or scooter. Night market nights are busier, so go early for less traffic.