Haad Chao Phao and Haad Yao are neighbouring beaches on the west coast of Koh Phangan, about 7km from the Thong Sala pier. The Tourism Authority of Thailand places Haad Yao on the west coast and recommends it for sunsets.
Our three picks here cover the whole range. Beyond the Blue Horizon on Haad Chao Phao is the highest-rated hotel we list on the island, adults only, at around ฿6,903 a night. High Life Bungalow on Haad Yao is the lowest-rated, 8.6 on both platforms and still over our bar, at around ฿1,440. Sunset Hill Boutique Resort sits between them on both.
No other Phangan area has so wide a spread of scores, so read the individual listings rather than the beach name.
Best for
West-coast sunsets, at whatever standard you choose
Nightly range
฿1,440–฿6,903 a night
Local tips
- Beyond the Blue Horizon is adults only and the highest-rated hotel we list on Phangan
- High Life Bungalow is beachfront on Haad Yao at around ฿1,440 a night
- Sunset Hill has a spa, a sauna and a gym
Where to stay in Haad Chao Phao & Haad Yao
01boutique / Haad Chao Phao & Haad Yao
Beyond the Blue Horizon Boutique Bungalows
Researched Pick฿6,903
a night
mid range / Haad Chao Phao & Haad Yao
Sunset Hill Boutique Resort
Researched Pick฿2,800
a night
budget / Haad Chao Phao & Haad Yao
High Life Bungalow
Researched Pick฿1,440
a night