Profitable Bar And Entertainment Venue In Koh Samui For Sale

Property Information

Real Estate:

Lease

Lease Terms:

The business operates from leased premises in Lamai, Koh Samui. Current lease terms and rental details can be discussed with serious buyers. The landlord has historically been supportive of the business's operations and the venue's future continuation. The premises are well-suited to hospitality, entertainment, and event-based operations and can be turned into accommodation if the future buyer wishes.

Leasehold Rent:

$18,550 (USD) per annum

Living Accommodation:

No living accommodation is currently included; however, the property layout and size may provide future opportunities for accommodation development or conversion, subject to landlord approval and local regulations.

Location:

Located in Lamai, Koh Samui, Thailand, in a busy tourist area with strong foot traffic and surrounded by hotels, hostels, gyms, and nightlife venues. The business benefits from exposure to both tourists and long-stay visitors and is positioned near a growing entertainment and hospitality district, including a large night market development nearby.

Premises Details:

Operates from a spacious entertainment-style venue featuring indoor and outdoor seating areas, a covered social space, bar service area, games area, kitchen facilities, and room for live events and entertainment. Existing entertainment features include swimming pool, pool table, table tennis, foosball, darts, and a cinema/projector setup. The venue also has space suitable for expansion into additional hospitality, accommodation, or event offerings.

Planning Consent:

The business currently operates as a bar, entertainment, and hospitality venue. Any future expansion, renovations, accommodation conversion, or structural modifications would be subject to local regulations (landlord approval for turning the venue into a 35 - 40 room hostel has been received). The current setup is fully operational as an entertainment and food & beverage venue.

Business Operation

Management type:

This business has absentee ownership.

Expansion Potential:

There is significant opportunity to expand revenue through increased marketing, extended opening hours, additional entertainment events, sponsorships, tournaments, private functions, food delivery, themed nights, and social media promotion. The venue also has potential for accommodation or hostel-style conversion, which could substantially increase overall revenue. Additional opportunities include partnerships with local tourism businesses, gyms, hostels, and travel operators, as well as expanding food offerings and daytime trade.

Competition / Market:

The business competes with bars, restaurants, and nightlife venues in Koh Samui; however, The Garden differentiates itself through its unique entertainment-focused concept, social atmosphere, games, events, and community-driven approach. Regular themed nights such as trivia, live music, sports screenings, and food promotions help maintain repeat customers and customer loyalty. Competition in the area is largely fragmented, with few venues offering the same combination of entertainment, food, events, and social environment.

Reasons for selling:

The owner is focusing on other business interests and projects and is looking to transition the business to a motivated new owner who can continue to grow and expand the venue’s potential. The sale presents an opportunity for a buyer to acquire an established entertainment and hospitality venue in one of Thailand’s most popular tourist destinations.

Trading hours:

Varies depending on the season. During high season, we are open 7 days a week from 5 pm to 1 am Monday to Friday, and 12 pm to 1 am on Saturday and Sunday. During low season, we operate on a smaller scale, Tuesday - Sunday, 5 pm to 1 am.

Employees:

5 plus casual staff we call in for bigger events

Years established:

Re-opened in its current form in 2024

Other Information

Support & training:

The current owner is willing to provide a full handover and training period to ensure a smooth transition for the buyer. This can include operational procedures, supplier introductions, staff structure, event management systems, marketing guidance, social media setup, POS system training, and assistance with understanding the local tourism market and customer base. Continued support may also be available for an agreed transition period following the sale.

Furniture / Fixtures value:

$60,000 (USD) - included in the asking price

Inventory / Stock value:

$6,000 (USD) - included in the asking price