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Ao Thian

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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.

  • Sang Thian Beach Resort

    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 ... Read the full review of Sang Thian Beach Resort.

    3.5 stars 600B to 1,500B 1 vote Flashpacker
  • Horizons

    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 ... Read the full review of Horizons.

    3.5 stars 600B to 1,500B 1 vote Flashpacker
  • Candle Light Resort

    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, ... Read the full review of Candle Light Resort.

    3 stars 600B to 1,500B 5 votes Flashpacker
  • Ban Keang Talea

    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 ... Read the full review of Ban Keang Talea.

    3 stars 600B to 1,500B 2 votes Flashpacker
  • Ban Thai Sangthian

    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 ... Read the full review of Ban Thai Sangthian.

    3 stars 1,500B to 4,000B 1 vote Midrange
  • Viking Holiday Resort

    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 ... Read the full review of Viking Holiday Resort.

    2 stars 1,500B to 4,000B 6 votes Midrange

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.

  • Lung Dam Bungalow

    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 ... Read the full review of Lung Dam Bungalow.

    2.5 stars 600B to 1,500B 1 vote Flashpacker


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