Verified September 2026
Central Samui
Central Samui is Chaweng’s main open-air shopping mall, best for one-stop trips for shopping, restaurants, and food court meals. It also has market stalls outside, money exchange, a playground, arcade games, and accessible facilities. Open daily 10 AM–10 PM, it gets busiest in the evening, especially Thursday to Saturday. Free parking exists, but some visitors still report parking as a hassle.
Is Central Samui worth visiting?
Central Samui is the island’s main shopping mall for people who want stores, food, and a practical place to kill a few hours in Chaweng. It’s an open-air mall with restaurants, a food court, market stalls outside, money exchange, playground facilities, and arcade games. It’s open daily 10 AM–10 PM. Evenings, especially Thursday through Saturday around 6–7 PM, are the busiest. Free parking is available, though some reviewers still find parking awkward.
What people love
- +Open-air shopping mall with restaurants and a food court
- +Market stalls and a night-market feel outside
- +Free parking plus paid parking options
- +Wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, and restroom
- +Playground, arcade games, and changing tables
Good to know
- !Evening hours are the busiest, especially Thursday to Saturday
- !Some reviewers mention parking can be difficult despite the available parking options
Frequently Asked Questions
Location
209 209/1-2 หมู่ที่ 2 ตำบล บ่อผุด Tambon Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, ThailandView on Google Maps →
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