WOOBAR, W Koh Samui — Maenam's Sunset DJ Bar with Fire Shows

Overview

WOOBAR is the open-air sunset bar at the W Koh Samui resort, set on the cape between Maenam and Bophut on the island’s north coast. It runs daily from noon to midnight, pairing a 270-degree view over the Gulf of Thailand with nightly fire-dancer performances and a resident DJ, and it functions as both a daytime lounge and the closest thing Maenam has to a proper night-out venue.

Key takeaways

• Open daily, 12:00-24:00, with a resident DJ roughly 18:00-23:00 and nightly fire-dance performances at sunset.
• Signature cocktails run from about 350 THB (~10 USD); dress code leans smart-casual after dark.
• Sits inside the gated W Koh Samui resort grounds, not a walk-up beach shack — non-guests can visit but should expect a more formal entry than Maenam’s other bars.
• Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Tripadvisor from 375 reviews, ranked #81 of 1,437 Koh Samui restaurants, as of September 2026.
• The beach it sits on — W Beach — is covered separately; this page is about the bar itself.

Key Facts

WOOBAR has no independent website of its own — it is a venue inside the W Koh Samui hotel, so the hotel’s own dining page is the closest official source, alongside its Tripadvisor and Facebook listings.

Sunset, Fire Shows and DJ Sets

WOOBAR’s whole layout is built around the sunset. The bar and pool deck face west and northwest across the Gulf of Thailand toward Koh Phangan, and the resort’s own description leans on that view — “iconic bar, iconic view” — more than on any single drink or dish. As the light drops, staff run a nightly fire-dance performance on the deck, and a resident DJ works roughly 18:00 to 23:00, shifting the mood from a quiet late-afternoon lounge into a livelier evening scene with a mixed crowd of hotel guests, day-trippers and Samui residents.

By day the vibe is calmer — sun loungers around the infinity pool, coconut and cocktail service, and views rather than volume. There is no cover charge for walk-in seating at the bar itself, but the best sunset-facing tables and daybeds fill from the late afternoon, and weekends draw the biggest crowds. This is the north coast’s answer to the beach clubs further south — it’s covered alongside those bigger, louder venues in this site’s beach clubs guide and sunset and rooftop bars guide, and in the wider Koh Samui nightlife guide.

Prices and the Daycation Pass

Signature cocktails at WOOBAR start from around 350 THB (~10 USD), consistent with pricing reported across this site’s Maenam and nightlife coverage and broadly in line with other five-star resort bars on the island. Bar snacks and light appetizers are available alongside the drinks menu; a full dinner is served at the resort’s separate Namu and The Kitchen Table restaurants rather than at the bar itself.

Non-hotel guests wanting pool and beach access for a full day, not just an evening drink, can book the resort’s “Daycation” day pass — advertised by third-party day-pass marketplaces at around 3,000 THB (~86 USD) net for two adults as of 2026, with the full amount redeemable against food and drink, and children under 12 joining free. That figure comes from a booking marketplace rather than the hotel’s own site, so treat it as a planning estimate and confirm the current rate and what it covers directly with the resort before visiting.

Dress Code and Who It Suits

WOOBAR’s own guidance describes the dress code as smart-casual, “blending the relaxed island vibe with WOOBAR’s chic aesthetic” — think a collared shirt or a nice sundress over flip-flops and beach cover-ups once the sun goes down. During the day, resort pool and beachwear is normal. No published age restriction turned up in the sources checked for this page; the daytime scene is family-friendly through the Daycation pass, while the evening DJ-and-fire-show hours skew toward couples and groups rather than young children.

Getting There

WOOBAR sits inside the W Koh Samui resort, about 650 meters off Route 4169 (the ring road), roughly 5 km and 15 minutes by car from Samui International Airport. From Maenam village, it’s a 5-10 minute drive or taxi; from Bophut’s Fisherman’s Village, about 5 minutes; from Chaweng, expect 20-25 minutes (~250-350 THB / ~7-10 USD) by taxi. The resort’s entrance is gated and staffed, so arriving by taxi, Grab, or hotel transfer is more straightforward than trying to walk in from the beach side.

After dark, take a taxi or Grab rather than a scooter if you’ve been drinking — the ring road is poorly lit in stretches near Maenam and Bophut, and drink-related scooter accidents are a recurring safety issue on Samui at night. As at any crowded bar on the island, don’t leave a drink unattended.

Nearby

W Beach is the resort’s own stretch of sand and covers the shoreline in full — sand, tides, swimming conditions — while this page focuses on the bar above it. Maenam Beach runs a few minutes west, with its own Thursday night market and a much cheaper, more local evening scene at spots like Black Rose Bar. The Chinese Temple of Maenam sits in the village center, and Santiburi Samui Country Club, the island’s only 18-hole course, is a short drive into the hills above the same village. For the wider area, the Maenam guide covers the beach, market and where-to-stay picture.

Pros and Cons

WOOBAR’s biggest strength is the view: a genuine 270-degree sweep of the Gulf of Thailand, paired with a fire show and DJ set included in the price of a drink rather than a separate ticket. Reviews are consistently strong — 4.8 out of 5 on Tripadvisor from hundreds of ratings. Set against that: cocktails at ~350 THB run well above Maenam’s beach shacks (Black Rose Bar pours beer from ~80 THB a short walk away), the gated resort entrance makes it a more deliberate destination than a stroll-up bar, and the best sunset seating fills early on weekends without a table booking. It is also a resort bar first — anyone wanting a louder, later club night should look toward Chaweng instead.

FAQ

What are WOOBAR’s opening hours?

WOOBAR at W Koh Samui is open daily from 12:00 to 24:00 (noon to midnight). A resident DJ typically plays from around 18:00 to 23:00, and a fire-dance performance runs nightly around sunset. Confirm current hours directly with the resort before a special trip, as five-star resort bars occasionally shift schedules seasonally.

Is there a dress code at WOOBAR?

Yes — the resort describes it as smart-casual, especially after dark: a collared shirt or a nice dress rather than flip-flops and beach cover-ups. Daytime pool and beachwear is fine for the lounge-by-day section around the infinity pool.

How much do drinks cost at WOOBAR?

Signature cocktails start from around 350 THB (~10 USD). Bar snacks are available; a full dinner menu is served at the resort’s separate Namu and The Kitchen Table restaurants rather than at the bar.

Can non-hotel guests visit WOOBAR?

Yes. WOOBAR is open to non-guests for a drink, though the resort is gated, so arriving by taxi or Grab is easier than trying to walk in. For a full day of pool and beach access rather than just an evening drink, the resort’s Daycation day pass (around 3,000 THB / ~86 USD net for two adults, per third-party listings) is the relevant option — confirm current terms with the resort.

Is WOOBAR good for families with kids?

The daytime scene, especially via the Daycation pass, is family-friendly, with children under 12 joining free on that package. The evening hours, once the DJ and fire show start, skew toward an adult couples-and-groups crowd rather than young children.

How do I get to WOOBAR from Chaweng or the airport?

From Samui Airport, WOOBAR is about 5 km and 15 minutes by car. From Chaweng, budget 20-25 minutes by taxi (~250-350 THB / ~7-10 USD). The venue sits inside the W Koh Samui resort on the cape between Maenam and Bophut, off Route 4169.