About The Tide Lounge
The Tide Lounge is a beachfront cocktail lounge on Bophut Beach, Koh Samui with sea-themed decor and chill-out music. A relaxed Fisherman's Village option for casual cocktails by the water.
Tide-themed lounge in Bophut. Suits casual cocktail crowds.
Why visit
- Beachfront tables on Bophut Bay with views toward Koh Phangan over the calm water
- Tide-themed decor with rope, driftwood and blue glass creates a coastal-bohemian feel
- Cocktails priced around 250 baht with happy-hour two-for-one running 5pm to 7pm
- Walking distance from Fisherman's Village restaurants and the Friday Walking Street market
- Chill-out lounge soundtrack from Cafe del Mar to Bonobo plays until midnight closing
What to expect
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Local tips
- Earplugs are sensible if the venue has live music and you are sat near the speakers
- Chaweng strip closes around 2am with after-parties moving to specific clubs check in advance
- Grab home is usually 80-200 baht across Koh Samui after closing time
- Pace yourself drinks here are often poured with a heavier hand than European measures
Frequently asked questions
Is there a dress code?
Most Koh Samui bars are casual flip-flops and shorts are fine. A few rooftop or hotel bars require closed shoes for men and no beachwear. If unsure smart-casual is the safe option for evening venues.
What time does The Tide Lounge get busy?
Most evenings the venue fills up around 9pm-10pm and stays busy until close. Friday and Saturday are noticeably busier than midweek. Arriving early gives you the better seats and a cheaper happy-hour drink before the crowd builds.
What hours is The Tide Lounge open?
Listed hours are 17:00-01:00. Closing time is usually enforced by local licensing. After-hours options exist nearby ask staff for current recommendations.