Koh Samui
The Koh Samui island in the Gulf of Thailand is just offshore of the Surat Thani province, and a pleasant destination known for its Bangrak Pier. The pier is sometimes called the "Big Buddha Pier", because it's near a huge Buddha statue set on the hill of a nearby smaller isle to the north, Wat Phra Yai Koh Pan.
The coast is dotted by quaint fishing boats that share their home with nearby resorts and restaurants convenient for arriving and departing guests. Bangrak is also the closest pier to the Chaweng and Lamai beaches of Koh Samui, and just a 5-minute trip from the Samui airport for those whose plans include air travel to the island. Nearby destinations include the Mu Koh Ang Thong National Marine Park, and the nearby island of Koh Pha-Ngan with its diving attractions and sandy white beaches.
Bangrak Pier offers beautiful views of the sea, and is clean and well-lit. The pier is a safe and easily accessible point from Route 4171 for including Phi Phi Ferry travel into your plans.