Ao Phrao

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Around Ao Phrao
Ao Cho
Ao Hin Khok
Ao Kiu Na Nok
Ao Lukyon
Ao Lung Dam
Ao Noi Na
Ao Nuan
Ao Phai
Ao Thian
Ao Tubtim
Ao Wai
Ao Wong Duen
Haad Sai Kaew
Around Rayong province
Ban Phe
Ko Mun Nork
Ko Samet
One of the only beaches on Ko Samet's west coast, Ao Phrao is a scenic bay with a sweeping shallow beach. It's also the most luxurious beach on the island, with just three top-end resorts.
A very popular choice amongst hi-so and VIP Thais, don't be surprised at the sight of sudden influxes of VIP-keepers dossing around while their self-important employers sip overpriced wine at Le Vimarn.
The beach here isn't as spectacular as those on the east coast. Guests pay mainly for the sense of exclusivity -- and the sunset. Ao Phrao is a great beach to visit on a daytrip, particularly to enjoy the spectacular sunset over a cocktail. Once the sun has dipped below the water, you can splash-out on a meal at one of the resorts.
A couple of restaurants on the beach welcome non-guests, but if you try to jump in one of the pools, expect to be chased away.
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