{"id":3497,"date":"2016-03-28T00:00:48","date_gmt":"2016-03-28T00:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/best-beaches-in-thailand\/"},"modified":"2022-07-11T18:51:23","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T18:51:23","slug":"best-beaches-in-thailand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/experience\/best-beaches-in-thailand\/","title":{"rendered":"Island Hopping: Best Beaches in Thailand"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re a professional beach bum, passionate party animal, or active adventurer, the islands of Thailand&#8217;s beaches have you covered. Literally numbering in the hundreds, it might seem near impossible to choose which Thai island offers the best getaway. However, it all depends on what you\u2019re looking for. Each has its own personality, its own unique version of paradise.<\/p>\n<p>You can chase the backpacker scene, take a family holiday, or a snuggley couple\u00a0in search of ultimate seclusion, rest assured \u2013 here\u2019s our\u00a0list of Thailand\u2019s best beach getaways.<\/p>\n<h2>Koh Phi Phi<\/h2>\n<p><strong><em>Great for: Friends, Nightlife<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10382 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Ko-Phi-Phi-93408.jpg\" alt=\"Ko-Phi-Phi-93408\" width=\"936\" height=\"526\" \/><\/p>\n<p>At first sight, don\u2019t be surprised if <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Ko-Phi-Phi.d9409.Destination-Travel-Guides\">Koh Phi Phi<\/a>\u00a0immediately makes your jaw drop. Jagged limestone karsts, pure white beaches, curvaceous hillside jungles. Yep, this island ticks all the right boxes.<\/p>\n<p>Attracting a young, exuberant crowd year round, Koh Phi Phi is a haven for those in search of new friends and fun times. Popular activities include snorkelling, cliff jumping, and daily boat trips to Koh Phi Phi Leh, renowned for harbouring the majestic Maya Bay.<\/p>\n<p>[button style=&#8217;blue&#8217; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Ko-Phi-Phi.d9409.Destination-Travel-Guides&#8217; icon=&#8217;entypo-suitcase&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] I wanna eat\u00a0kaya in Maya Bay[\/button]<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Koh Samui<\/h2>\n<p><strong><em>Great for: Budget travellers, Families, Luxury <\/em>\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10384 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Koh-Samui-fishermans-vilalge.jpg\" alt=\"Koh-Samui-fishermans-vilalge\" width=\"936\" height=\"526\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Drawing a steady crowd of budget travellers, families, and high-end vacationers, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Koh-Samui.d3657.Destination-Travel-Guides\">Koh Samui\u2019s<\/a> charm lies in its capacity to please everyone. A highlight of many Thailand itineraries, days here are spent swimming, sipping cocktails, and watching the world go by.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Chaweng-Beach-Koh-Samui-Hotels.0-n6050549-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels?rfrr=TG.Destinations.City.Book.Hotels\">Chaweng Beach<\/a> is the island\u2019s chief stretch, known for its slinky bungalows, luxury resorts and spirited nightlife. For a quieter experience, head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Laem-Set-Hotels.d6067924.Travel-Guide-Hotels\">Laem Set<\/a>, a beach haven on the island\u2019s southeast coast.<\/p>\n<p>[button style=&#8217;blue&#8217; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Koh-Samui-Hotels.d3657.Travel-Guide-Hotels?rfrr=TG.Destinations.City.Book.Hotels&#8217; icon=&#8217;entypo-suitcase&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;]I accept the mission:\u00a0sip\u00a0Mai Tai in Koh Samui[\/button]<\/p>\n<h2>Koh Lipe<\/h2>\n<p><em><strong>Great for: Couples<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10390 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/ao-sunset-beach-koh-lipe-1024x683-1.jpg\" alt=\"Ao Sunset Beach, Koh Lipe\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><em>Ao Sunset Beach \/ CC by 3.0 \/\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate\" title=\"Go to Vyacheslav Argenberg's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/argenberg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-track=\"attributionNameClick\" data-rapid_p=\"29\">Vyacheslav Argenberg<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Calling all hopeless romantics, honeymooners, and experienced sunbathers \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Koh-Lipe-Hotels.d6125837.Travel-Guide-Hotels\">Koh Lipe<\/a> is the island for you.<\/p>\n<p>With far fewer tourists than Koh Samui or Koh Phi Phi, this stunning island is valued for its remoteness. One of the 51 islands that make up Tarutao Marine Park, Koh Lipe is small enough to venture on foot.<\/p>\n<p>Highlights include excessive strolling on Pattaya Beach, snorkelling day trips to the surrounding islands, and couples\u2019 massages in plush resorts.<\/p>\n<p>[button style=&#8217;blue&#8217; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Koh-Lipe-Hotels.d6125837.Travel-Guide-Hotels&#8217; icon=&#8217;entypo-suitcase&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] Mission\u00a0baby-bonus with my sayang[\/button]<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Koh Phangan<\/h2>\n<p><em><strong>Great for: Nightlife, Friends, Backpackers<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Koh-Phangan-Hotels.d6051159.Travel-Guide-Hotels?rfrr=TG.Destinations.City.Book.Hotels\">Koh Phangan<\/a>. Full Moon Party. The two go together like crackers and cheese.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10393 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/haad-rin-koh-phangan-1024x680-1.jpg\" alt=\"Haad Rin Beach, Koh Phangan\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><em>Haad Rin Beach \/ CC by 3.0 \/\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate\" title=\"Go to Davidlohr Bueso's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/daverugby83\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-track=\"attributionNameClick\" data-rapid_p=\"29\">Davidlohr Bueso<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ve probably heard the stories; the swarms of gyrating, sand-stomping, bucket-swilling backpackers that take over Haad Rin Beach for the night. It\u2019s the party of the year, but it happens every month, and if this is the kind of thing you\u2019re after, Koh Phangan doesn\u2019t disappoint.<\/p>\n<p>Strangely, outside of full moon mania, the island basically gets forgotten. If you\u2019ve come for the party, think about staying a little longer. The beaches open up, the hammocks are in full swing, and serenity becomes the status quo.<\/p>\n<p>[button style=&#8217;blue&#8217; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Koh-Phangan-Hotels.d6051159.Travel-Guide-Hotels?rfrr=TG.Destinations.City.Book.Hotels&#8217; icon=&#8217;entypo-suitcase&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;]Werewolf mode on. Ready to dance under the full moon[\/button]<\/p>\n<h2>Koh Tao<\/h2>\n<p><em><strong>Great for: Diving, Friends<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10396 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/koh-tao-beach-1024x683-1.jpg\" alt=\"koh-tao-beach\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><em><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">Koh Tao Beach \/ CC by 3.0 \/<a class=\"owner-name truncate\" title=\"Go to Bj\u00f6rn Gro\u00df's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/damescalito\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-track=\"attributionNameClick\" data-rapid_p=\"29\">Bj\u00f6rn Gro\u00df<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Though smaller in size than its neighbours Koh Samui and Koh Phangan, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Koh-Tao-Hotels.d6034053.Travel-Guide-Hotels\">Koh Tao<\/a> revels in its one distinct advantage: world class, accessible diving right of its beaches.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a novice wanting to learn, or a seasoned pro itching to get back in the water, Koh Tao caters for all diving needs. But this isn\u2019t the island\u2019s only drawcard.<\/p>\n<p>Take a hike through wild coastal jungles, soak it up on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Sairee-Beach-Hotels.d6067910.Travel-Guide-Hotels\">Sairee Beach<\/a>, or salute the sunset from any of the water-facing restaurants.<\/p>\n<p>[button style=&#8217;blue&#8217; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Koh-Tao-Hotels.d6034053.Travel-Guide-Hotels&#8217; icon=&#8217;entypo-suitcase&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;]Gonna go now, to Koh Tao[\/button]<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Koh Kood<\/h2>\n<p><em><strong>Great for: Quiet escape<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10398 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/koh-kood-1024x768-1.jpg\" alt=\"Koh Kood\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\"><em>Koh Kood \/ CC by 3.0 \/\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate\" title=\"Go to Gilad Rom's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/gilad_rom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-track=\"attributionNameClick\" data-rapid_p=\"30\">Gilad Rom<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Whiter than white beaches, supernaturally clear water, swaying coconut palms: look up <a href=\"http:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Hotel-Search#destination=Ko+Kood%2C+Thailand&amp;startDate=dd%2Fmm%2Fyy&amp;endDate=dd%2Fmm%2Fyy&amp;adults=2&amp;star=0\">Koh Kood<\/a> in the dictionary and you may very well find the word \u2018paradise\u2019.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10400 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/koh-kood-waterfalls-1024x768-1.jpg\" alt=\"Koh Kood Waterfall\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><em><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">CC by 3.0 \/\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate\" title=\"Go to Surreal Name Given's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/greenwichphotography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-track=\"attributionNameClick\" data-rapid_p=\"29\">Surreal Name Given<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s an island of interior waterfalls, sleepy fishing villages, and a refreshingly absent nightlife. Koh Kood promotes an attitude of extreme relaxation, in which the most strenuous activity is getting in and out of the hammock. From budget hotels to luxury resorts, this remote slice of heaven caters to the quiet-seeking crowd.<\/p>\n<p>[button style=&#8217;blue&#8217; url=&#8217;http:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Hotel-Search#destination=Ko+Kood%2C+Thailand&amp;startDate=dd%2Fmm%2Fyy&amp;endDate=dd%2Fmm%2Fyy&amp;adults=2&amp;star=0&#8242; icon=&#8217;entypo-suitcase&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] Don&#8217;t care what TLC says, Imma go chasing waterfalls[\/button]<\/p>\n<h2>Phuket<\/h2>\n<p><strong><em>Great for: Food, Fashion, Touristy<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10402 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/nai-ham-beach-phuket.jpg\" alt=\"Nai Ham Beach, Phuket\" width=\"936\" height=\"526\" \/>\u00a0<\/strong><em><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">Nai Harn Beach<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s hard not to include the island of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Phuket.d6046393.Destination-Travel-Guides\">Phuket<\/a> on this list. It\u2019s the biggest of the bunch, and the perfect place to really go all out. Patong is the island\u2019s main city, jam-packed with deluxe resorts, trendy fashion boutiques, award-winning restaurants, and a stretch of sand that rivals the very best in Thailand.<\/p>\n<p>Despite being one of the busiest destinations in the country, Phuket still harbours a few pockets of serenity, like the jungle-shrouded Nai Harn Beach, and the remarkably secluded Mai Khao Beach.<\/p>\n<p>[button style=&#8217;blue&#8217; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Phuket.d6046393.Destination-Travel-Guides&#8217; icon=&#8217;entypo-suitcase&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] Is chaos in Patong &gt; Laksa in Katong? I try first, tell you later.\u00a0[\/button]<\/p>\n<h2>Koh Lanta<\/h2>\n<p><strong><em>Great for:\u00a0All-Round\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-10405 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/ko-lanta-1024x684-1.jpg\" alt=\"Ko Lanta Sunset\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" \/><em><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">Koh Lanta \/ CC by 3.0 \/\u00a0<a class=\"owner-name truncate\" title=\"Go to Rushen's photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/rushen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-track=\"attributionNameClick\" data-rapid_p=\"30\">Rushen<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Ko-Lanta-Hotels.d6035252.Travel-Guide-Hotels\">Koh Lanta<\/a> has a little bit of everything: stunning coastlines, exotic dive sites, plush resorts, authentic bungalows, ancient rainforest, great food, friendly beach bars, fishing villages, and even mangrove kayaking. No one attraction outweighs the other, which makes it one of the best, all-round escapes in Thailand.<\/p>\n<p>Within easy reach to Koh Phi Phi and other small islands, Koh Lanta serves as the ideal base for exploring the famous Andaman Sea.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[button style=&#8217;blue&#8217; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/Ko-Lanta-Hotels.d6035252.Travel-Guide-Hotels&#8217; icon=&#8217;entypo-suitcase&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] On my way to kayak into the sunset[\/button]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you\u2019re a professional beach bum, passionate party animal, or active adventurer, the islands of Thailand&#8217;s beaches have you covered. Literally numbering in the hundreds, it might seem near impossible to choose which Thai island offers the best getaway. However, it all depends on what you\u2019re looking for. Each has its own personality, its own&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/experience\/best-beaches-in-thailand\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Island Hopping: Best Beaches in Thailand<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":3498,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[70,13,25,12,131,85],"tags":[8,123,132,462,463,464,465,466,243,120,194,115,467],"authors":[10],"class_list":["post-3497","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-asia","category-beach-holidays","category-destinations","category-experience","category-thailand","category-weekend-getaways","tag-beach","tag-best-beaches-in-asia","tag-best-beaches-in-southeast-asia","tag-koh-kood","tag-koh-lanta","tag-koh-lipe","tag-koh-phangan","tag-koh-phi-phi","tag-koh-samui","tag-koh-tao","tag-phuket","tag-short-trips-from-singapore","tag-thai-beaches","authors-expedia-singapore","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v23.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Island Hopping: Best Beaches in Thailand - Travel Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Thai beach blog - Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lipe, Koh Tao. 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