22 Moo 5, Thong Nai Pan Noi beach, Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand | (251) 219-4428
Set on beautiful Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach
Five-minute walk from several shops and restaurants
Rustic rooms have fans, showers, and outdoor spaces
Some units add fridges, AC, and hammocks
Some rates include tasty hot and cold breakfast
Beachfront eatery serving well-regarded barbecue
Kayaks and paddleboards available to rent
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Not all rooms have air-conditioning
Rooms are largely rustic and some lack fridges
Hilltop bungalows may be difficult for some guests to reach
No pool or wellness facilities
Situated at the quiet end of Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach, the two-and-a-half-pearl Thongtapan Resort attracts low-key travelers looking for a budget-friendly oceanfront getaway. A large sandy beach with loungers and non-motorized water sports for rent allow guests to take advantage of the ocean. The beachfront restaurant receives positive reviews, particularly hot breakfasts that are included in some rates. The 30 rooms range from rustic spaces without air-conditioning or fridges to better-equipped villas with hammocks on their terraces. All units have free WI-Fi, private bathrooms, and fans. Some past guests have complained of rooms up on a hill being difficult to reach. Also be aware there are no pool, gym, or spa. Travelers heading to the Full Moon Party may prefer the more contemporary and amenity-packed Phangan Bayshore Resort.
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Scene
Rustic bungalows along quiet Thong Nai Pan Noi beach
The main draw at the Thongtapan Resort is easily its setting along Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach, a quiet stretch of sand. Most of the other resorts on the beach are upscale properties, which makes Thongtapan stand out for its affordable rates. The 30 rooms are located either in colorful rustic bungalows scattered around the grounds, or a larger, more modern building. The open-air restaurant has tables that spill out onto the beach, which are shaded by verdant trees hung with paper lanterns. An adjacent thatched-roof bar is decorated with swirling tile mosaics and a popular spot to hang out. The resort attracts travelers looking for an affordable, low-frills spot along the beach, away from the buzz of Haad Rin where the Full Moon Party takes place.
Location
Peaceful setting on Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach
Set along Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach, the Thongtapan Resort benefits from a tranquil location, yet it's only a five-minute walk from an area packed with restaurants and bars. The beach is lined with upscale properties, and the area is peaceful. It’s a 35-minute journey to Thong Sala, the largest town on Koh Phangan and where boats to the island dock. Haad Rin, meanwhile, which is famous for its Full Moon Parties, is a 36-minute drive away. The closest airport is Samui International, on neighboring Koh Samui, a nearly two-hour journey via ferry from Nathon Pier to Thong Sala, while it takes just shy of four hours to transfer from Surat Thani International Airport, on the mainland.
Rooms
Rooms with or without air-conditioning and ocean views
The 30 rooms at the Thongtapan Resort vary in both style and amenities, plus they're either in a hotel block or stand-alone bungalows. Entry-level units are rustic, outfitted in basic wood furniture and only ceiling fans, while bungalows have more decor and AC. Regardless, all have furnished terraces, some with ocean vistas and hammocks. Also standard are free Wi-Fi and private bathrooms with showers, but only some units have mini-fridges. Note that some rooms are located up the hill and may be strenuous for some guests to reach, particularly in times of poor weather.
Features
Pretty beach with non-motorized water sports, free breakfast, and free W-Fi
The Thongtapan Resort's standout feature is the long and peaceful stretch of white sand, abutting the warm waters of the Gulf of Thailand. Free loungers are available, and guests can rent non-motorized water sports such as kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. On the downside, there are no pool or wellness facilities here. Along the beach is the open-air restaurant, with dining sets placed in a dining room and along the sand under the trees. The eatery serves well-reviewed Thai and Western fare, and the barbecue is particularly popular. All rates include free breakfast with hot dishes. A stand-alone thatched-roof bar off to the side serves beer, cocktails, and fruit smoothies. Wi-FI is free throughout the property.
