Koh Phangan Guide

Home to the famous full moon party and a spiritual hotspot.

Overview of Koh Phangan

Koh Phangan is an island in Thailand that is known for its beautiful beaches and party scene. The island has a number of beach resorts that offer tourists a variety of activities, including swimming, sunbathing, and snorkelling. Koh Phangan is also home to the Full Moon Party, a massive beach party that draws people from all over the world.

Despite its reputation as a party destination, Koh Phangan also has a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere, with tranquil temples and quiet beaches for those looking for a more laid-back vacation. The island has also become a hotspot for yoga, detox and spiritual development with many retreat centres around the island.

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Koh Phangan Accommodation

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Sunset Beach Villa's, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani
Koh Phangan
Hotels
8.1/10

Sunset Beach Villa’s

110/6, Moo 6 , Sunset Road , Ban Tai, Koh Phangan, Suratthani, 84280
Stop at Sunset Beach Villa's to discover the wonders of Koh Phangan. The property offers a wide range of amenities...
Little Paradise Resort, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani
Koh Phangan
Resorts
8.5/10

Little Paradise Resort

130/46 Moo6, (Haad Rin Nok), Baan Tai, Koh Phagnan, 84280
Little Paradise Resort is conveniently located in the popular Haad Rin area. Both business travelers and tourists can enjoy the...
Milky Bay Resort, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani
Koh Phangan
Resorts
8.3/10

Milky Bay Resort

103/4 Moo 1, 84280
The 3-star Milky Bay Resort offers comfort and convenience whether you're on business or holiday in Koh Phangan. The property...
Dolphin Bungalows, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani
Koh Phangan
Bungalows
8.4/10

Dolphin Bungalows

61 Moo 5, 84280
Dolphin Bungalows is a popular choice amongst travelers in Koh Phangan, whether exploring or just passing through. The hotel offers...
Panviman Resort Koh Phangan, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani
Koh Phangan
Resorts
8.8/10

Panviman Resort Koh Phangan

22/1 Moo 5, 84280
Panviman Resort Koh Phangan is conveniently located in the popular Thong Nai Pan Noi area. The property features a wide...
Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort & Spa, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani
Koh Phangan
Resorts
8.9/10

Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort & Spa

22/7 Moo 5, Bantai, 84280
Set in a prime location of Koh Phangan, Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort & Spa puts everything the city has to...

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Koh Phangan Attractions

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Koh Phangan has plenty of things to see and do. We’ve rounded up some of the best below:

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Zen Beach

Koh Pha-ngan Sub-district, Koh Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280
Zen Beach, nestled on the west coast of Koh Phangan, Thailand, is a tranquil haven away from the island's more...
Koh Phangan

Bottle Beach

Koh Pha-ngan Sub-district, Koh Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280
Bottle Beach, locally known as Haad Khuat, is a hidden gem nestled on the northern coast of Koh Phangan, an...
Koh Phangan

Sunday Walking Street Market

Q2P4+JC, Ko Pha-ngan Sub-district, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand
Sunday Walking Street Market is located in the fishing village of Chaloklum, which is about 20 minutes away from Thong...
Koh Phangan

Haad Yao Beach

Koh Pha-ngan Sub-district, Koh Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280
Haad Yao is a beautiful white sand beach located on the northwest coast of Koh Phangan, Thailand. Known for its...
Koh Phangan

Phangan Royal Navy Ship

PX6M+VHX, Ko Pha-ngan Sub-district, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani, Thailand
The Phangan Royal Navy Ship is one of the island's famous landmarks. It is located at Thong Sala Pier and...
Koh Phangan

Namtok Than Sadet National Park

Ban Tai, Ko Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280
Namtok Than Sadet National Park, located in southern Thailand, was established on 22 November 2018 and has an area of...

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