Ao Thian

Ao Thian

The laid-back beach here is lovely, and the good swimming on either end of the beach makes this an ideal daytrip destination. The accommodation has improved in recent years.

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600B to 1,500B
80%
1 vote
 

Ban Keang Talea - Most welcoming spot on the beach
Ao Thian, Ko Samet
T: (086) 158 1619;
Though its bungalows have the feel of national park accommodation, they're large, and rather smart in a rustic way. Rooms are simply furnished but generally comfortable, with firm mattresses and ... Ban Keang Talea complete profile

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600B to 1,500B
70%
1 vote
 

Sang Thian Beach Resort - Lovely hillside spot
Ao Thian, Ko Samet
T: (038) 644 255;
Located at the northern end of Ao Thian, this resort is a treehouse-like village that spreads out over the hill. Neat stone-tiled bathrooms, air-con and full amenities make this a solid choice for ... Sang Thian Beach Resort complete profile

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600B to 1,500B
66%
4 votes
 

Candle Light Resort - Top spot
Ao Thian, Ko Samet
T: (087) 149 6139;
The wick is starting to wear down on this candle, but it's still a good bet for a budget bed. Candle Light has basic wooden bungalows overlooking the beach. Though the interiors are a little worn, ... Candle Light Resort complete profile

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600B to 1,500B
65%
1 vote
 

Horizons - Quirky and cosy
Between Ao Thian and Ao Lung Dam, Ko Samet
T: (089) 914 5585;
This resort gets extra marks for being super-friendly and helpful. It has clean bright bungalows, set up along the hill behind a Mediterranean-style reception and bar. The roomy bungalows have ... Horizons complete profile

Midrange
1,500B to 4,000B
65%
3 votes
 

Viking Holiday Resort - Stylish Thai-Nordic lodge
Ao Thian, Ko Samet
T: (038) 644 353;
With skis mounted on the walls and Thai sculptures scattered throughout the lounge, Swedish-owned Viking Holiday Resort comes off as a little schizophrenic. The pretty yellow bungalows however are ... Viking Holiday Resort complete profile

Midrange
1,500B to 4,000B
60%
1 vote
 

Ban Thai Sangthian - Thai-style houses popular with groups
Ao Thian, Ko Samet
T: (038) 644 322;
The Ayutthaya-style wooden houses of Ban Thai Sangthian are immense. The sweeping rooflines and solid dark wood beams make for an imposing structure that dominates the beach. Most houses are designed ... Ban Thai Sangthian complete profile

Ao Lung Dam

The guesthouses on Ao Lung Dam are dismal, though some enjoy the laidback atmosphere at the bars -- they mainly only get busy if neighbouring Ao Thian is full.

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600B to 1,500B
50%
1 vote
 

Lung Dam Bungalow - Only if everything else is full
Ao Lung Dam, Ko Samet
T: (087) 783 3262; F: (038) 644 331
There is little to separate this place from the nearby Apache Garden View, except that the staff at Lung Dam are friendly. It's more popular as a place to eat and drink than to stay, but if the ... Lung Dam Bungalow complete profile