Koh Phayam Guide

One of Thailand's best kept secrets, off the coast of Ranong Province

Overview of Koh Phayam

Koh Phayam is a small island in the Andaman Sea, about 85km west of Ranong, Thailand. The island is approximately 8km long and 2km wide. Koh Phayam is one of the least developed islands in Thailand, with few paved roads and almost no nightlife. Most visitors to the island come for the natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere.

There are several beaches on Koh Phayam, the most popular being Ao Khao Kwai (Buffalo Head Beach) and Ao Yai (Long Beach). There are also a few small bungalow resorts and a handful of restaurants and bars. Most visitors to Koh Phayam stay in one of the many cheap guesthouses or in one of the more upmarket resorts.

The best time to visit Koh Phayam is between November and April, when the weather is dry and sunny. The monsoon season runs from May to October, and although Koh Phayam is not as badly affected by the rains as some of the other islands in Thailand, many of the businesses on the island close down during this time.

If you’re looking for a quiet, relaxing island getaway, Koh Phayam is the perfect place to go.

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Koh Phayam Accommodation

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JJ Beach Resort & JJ Seafood Restaurant, Koh Phayam (Ranong), Ranong
8.9/10

JJ Beach Resort & JJ Seafood Restaurant

Aow Yai, Koh Payam, Ranong, 85000
Stop at JJ Beach Resort & JJ Seafood Restaurant to discover the wonders of Koh Phayam (Ranong). The hotel offers...
Little Hut, Koh Phayam (Ranong), Ranong
8.1/10

Little Hut

Moo.1 Aow Yai Road, 85000
Located in Koh Phayam, Little Hut is a perfect starting point from which to explore Koh Phayam (Ranong). The hotel...
The Blue Sky Resort@ Koh Payam, Koh Phayam (Ranong), Ranong
8.5/10

The Blue Sky Resort@ Koh Payam

Sapanpla Road, 85000
The Blue Sky Resort@ Koh Payam is a popular choice amongst travelers in Koh Phayam (Ranong), whether exploring or just...
Rabbit Bungalow, Koh Phayam (Ranong), Ranong
8.5/10

Rabbit Bungalow

Koh Phayam, 85000
Set in a prime location of Koh Phayam (Ranong), Rabbit Bungalow puts everything the city has to offer just outside...
Phayam Garden Bungalow, Koh Phayam (Ranong), Ranong
7.9/10

Phayam Garden Bungalow

Moo 1, T. Koh Payam, Baan Aoyai, Ranong, 85000
Phayam Sport Bungalow is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Koh Phayam (Ranong). The property features a...
Buffalo Bay Vacation Club, Koh Phayam (Ranong), Ranong
7.6/10

Buffalo Bay Vacation Club

51/3 Ao Kao Kwai, Ko Phayam Island, 85000
Buffalo Bay Vacation Club is a popular choice amongst travelers in Koh Phayam (Ranong), whether exploring or just passing through....

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