Religious site
Wat Lamai
Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.
Wat Lamai, also known as Wat Lamai Temple, is a prominent Buddhist temple located in the heart of Lamai Beach area on Koh Samui. The temple's main attraction is a towering golden Buddha statue seated in the lotus position, which glimmers in the tropical sun. The temple grounds also include a traditional Thai-style ubosot (ordination hall) with ornate roof finials and colorful murals depicting the life of the Buddha. Visitors can explore the serene compound, observe monks in their daily routines, and enjoy a sense of calm away from the beach crowds.
Don't miss
- Pay respects at the large golden Buddha statue, a focal point of the temple.
- Admire the intricate murals inside the ordination hall illustrating Buddhist stories.
- Observe the daily life of monks and perhaps receive a blessing.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Wat Lamai
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inKoh Samui Private Airport Transfer4.7★ · 106 travelersFree cancellationFrom$15 per personSee dates →
Most bookedHalf Day Highlights Koh Samui Tour4.9★ · 1,532 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$31 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate - 6 Hour Best of Sightseeing Tour in Koh Samui with Lunch4.9★ · 151 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$99 per personSee dates →More attractions in Koh Samui