Where to stay in Ko Chang? A guide to beaches and their atmospheres

Budget: from €28

With its pretty bungalows and sleek rooms, the Evergreen is a hit with guests and gets positive reviews. A little haven of peace that families love, its clean setting and pool are certainly a factor.

Budget: from €32

With these rooms facing the sea, the view is appreciable. There is also a beautiful swimming pool and the staff is attentive. The establishment is in a private area so very quiet, on the other hand not much around to eat.

Budget: from €38

Also recently built, the Marina Sands Resort adjoins, as its name suggests, the Marina which is part of the luxury complex of the developer Siam Royal View. And at this price, all in all remaining "affordable", you benefit from a large room (30 m²), the swimming pool and above all, privileged access to the beach of Khlong Son Bay.

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Budget: from €48

We arrive at the "luxury" category, with the Aiyapura, which can be described as a veteran in Khlong Son. The quality remains there however and maintains a solid reputation. I would like to qualify the price, the attractive one of €48 concerns rooms in a secondary building. To benefit from a room in a bungalow, in the garden and near the swimming pool, the price goes rather to €110.

Budget: from €64

The name has changed but it was the Boat House, so it hasn't changed much. The rooms breathe the sea and the navy. And if the smallest ones of 30 m² are not enough, you can always benefit from the "honeymoon" rooms at 60 m², perfect for feeling "at home", with the beach nearby too.

Budget: from €77

Without being in "crazy" rates, you can stay at the Peninsula Beach Resort. The junior suites, the "basic" room of this hotel, are very spacious (50 m²), with a view of the bay. You will also have the swimming pool and all the amenities specific to the Siam Royal View complex.

Budget: from €27

A simple hotel but which, being on the beach, offers good value for money. The building bordering the beach has been recently renovated.

Budget: from €40

Fairly simple bungalows with very decent rooms, the price is mainly justified by the fact that the hotel is directly on the beach, in a central location.

Budget: from €37

A new hotel among the best options in this price range on White Sand Beach. It is clean, modern, and overlooks the beach.

Budget: from €40

A small, functional hotel, surrounded by nature, with swimming pool, located a little away to the south of the beach (700 m from the latter).

Budget: from €65

We stay in the affordable costs, with the 15 Palm Resort. Probably the best value for money in its category. The hotel overlooks the sea, it is well maintained and the rooms are clean and modern. In addition they are large and the bed very comfortable. The staff is pleasant and finally the swimming pool, although small, is always a plus.

Budget: from €67

For the basic rate, it's a room in the main building, count €84 for a bungalow on the beach. The Koh Chang Lagoon Princess is a hotel that I would describe as rather blah visually, with old-fashioned rooms. But it's clean and always well maintained with appreciated staff, the swimming pool and the beach which add to the positive points.

Budget: from €114

We arrive in the luxury category with the KC Grande Resort, the main representative on White Sand Beach. But at this price, the KC remains a safe bet. Located to the north of the beach, you will be relaxed and in good hands. The rooms are large (45 m²), like the name and as is the swimming pool. Everything remains well maintained and therefore a reference on White Sand Beach.

Budget: from €120

For a price similar to the KC, it is criticized for its slightly too ambitious price. But the establishment is brand new and I can say it right away, its main fault is being on the hillside and not on the beach. Otherwise it is almost flawless. The rooms, without being particularly large, are everything you would expect of them, comfortable. The staff is welcoming and the small swimming pool completes the picture.

Budget: from €9

It's hard to do cheaper! For this price, you get a single room in a bungalow with a fan. To have air conditioning and a little more comfort, you have to pay €23, which is still quite affordable. And in any case, you still have the right to the swimming pool! It is quiet, backed by the hill, so not next to the beach, but it remains a good choice.

Budget: from €16

In the same vein as the TP Hut, also on the hillside, but closer to the road. The Elephant & Castle is a solution for small budgets. For this price, it will also be a simple bungalow with fan. The whole is surrounded by nature. One of its main flaws remains the absence of a swimming pool, but it will suit explorers who are happy to do without it.

Budget: from €23

As the name suggests, it is basically a small cafe, but it offers a few rooms to rent. It is a small, very quiet resort with only 8 rooms located at the bottom of the hill, just before the TP Hut. The bungalows are air-conditioned and with a small terrace. They also have scooters to rent (common on the island).

Budget: from €23

Almost better known for its restaurant on the waterfront, the Saffron also offers rooms. The ones at €23 are bungalows with a sea view so I can't really understand the difference with the rooms at €41. After that it's still very correct but a few photos to clarify this difference wouldn't be too much.

Budget: from €31

Definitely a reference on Khai Muk/Pearl Beach. The Macura Resort is appreciated for its small swimming pool and its tropical garden. The rooms are small but air-conditioned and remain inexpensive. The hotel is located in the same area as the Alisa Coffee and the TP Hut, which is therefore a good quiet spot even if away from the beaches, on the hill side.

Budget: from €34

Popular for their hosts, Nisha and Laurent, both French-speaking (Franco-Swiss), the Grand Tree Resort is located between Pearl Beach and Chai Chet. The well-maintained bungalows are surrounded by nature. The small resort also has a swimming pool and a bar for chilling out in the evening. There is also a pool table, ping pong table and table football, enough to pass the time.

Budget: from €36

Another safe bet, on the hillside, the Keereeta offers beautiful, colorful rooms, rather spacious (42 m²). The hotel has a good swimming pool and its staff is generally perceived as pleasant and caring. They can also offer tours and scooters to rent. Good value for money for this area of ​​Ko Chang, which has quite a few cheap gems.

Budget: from €46

I mentioned it in my paragraph about this beach, the Baan Ton Rak Boutique Resort is a reference. For this price range, you will have a tastefully decorated room in a clean, quiet and relaxing boutique hotel. My only complaint is perhaps the pool which seems really small and the fact that it is right on the roadside.

Budget: from €54

Beautiful spacious and comfortable bungalows, a relaxed atmosphere in a magnificent setting with large trees, a warm welcome from their hosts, these are the compliments that come back to this hotel located on the beach (of pebbles as a reminder). It is one of the first hotels installed on this beach and remains a reference for 20 years!

Budget: from €184

It doesn't exude the same luxury as The Pearl Luxury Pool Villas, but it is the best value for money for a villa in Pearl Beach. Because at this price, it is an entire house (200 m²), with a swimming pool of course and above all, 3 bedrooms! Which finally comes to €60 per room. Perfect if you are traveling with family and like to feel "at home".

Budget: from €12

At this price, you can't expect a palace. But the New Coco Sardinia remains a decent guesthouse, with family rooms and only 300 m from the beach. I'm not sure of the name because first listed as Coco Plaza Guesthouse, it would have become Sardinia Homestay for a while, then New Coco Sardinia Homestay.

Budget: from €25

The ideal hotel for small budgets. Private rooms at €25, nickel, modern and comfortable, but also dormitories if you are solo (€9). The latter is also 300 m from the beach, because it is also located at the VJ Plaza, like the New Coco. So you have several restaurants nearby including a good Italian. Possibility of renting scooters (like almost all hotels in fact…).

Budget: from €37

The Fine Times Resort is a group of small bungalows, some of which are "family" bungalows. They are lined up in a garden, on a small secondary road away from the main one, so it is quiet. However, it is a little far from the beach since you have to count 800 m to access it (the distance given on the site is as the crow flies and exaggeratedly close to reality).

Budget: from €41

A small resort that could do with a bit of a refresh in terms of decor, especially the standard rooms. The ones at €69 are bigger and a bit better but at this price, you'd better look at Pajamas. Afterwards, it's the first hotel offered that has a swimming pool and is located by the sea. And at this price, it deserves a few compromises.

Budget: from €46

With its small, pleasant bungalows, the Flora I Talay Resort is good value for money. It is located on the beach side and even has new bungalows by the sea, but for that, you have to pay the price (€100). The latter have the advantage, in addition to the villas with swimming pool (at €193), of being designed for 4 people, so ideal for families.

Budget: from €56

For a double room at this price, this is the best option in Chai Chet. Pajamas offers spacious and modern rooms, a small swimming pool and clean and well-appointed common areas. The beach is barely 100 m away via the Royal Bridge next door. Note that the latter is also a hostel and offers dormitory rooms from €18.

Budget: from €74

Just by seeing the reception on the side of the road, you will understand that we are no longer playing in the same "court". The Paradise Hill is a brand new hotel, so the rooms are impeccable. Rooms that are also large (39 m²), well equipped and very clean. Breakfast is in the form of a pleasant buffet. The only downside is having to cross the road to get to the beach.

Budget: from €91

Probably because it is the same owner, the Paradise Resort faces Paradise Hill, and is therefore on the beach side. For more than 15 years, it has remained a reference on Chai Chet. The "basic" bungalows are spread out in the garden, while on the seaside, you will find the superior category, and even villas with swimming pool (€196).

Budget: from €8

Since I haven't really put a hostel with dorm rooms so far, if you're traveling solo, here's a good example. The Bee Sleep is new, and although it's cheap, it doesn't have the typical profile. Here, it's very well decorated and smells fresh, the rooms and the common area are nice and everything is done to make you feel good.

Budget: from €8

The Riverview Hostel is also an establishment with dormitories but also single rooms. A good alternative to the Bee Sleep hostel because it is also very well maintained and offers good value for money. As its name suggests, the Riverview is located on the banks of the river that flows a few meters further into the sea.

Budget: from €41

The Best Beach Resort is a small, somewhat unusual resort. It has only 4 rooms, and only with double beds, so it could be suitable for families. €41 is the price for two when it drops to “only” €50 for 4″. The building looks directly onto Klong Phrao (well, it’s barely 50 m), at the point formed by the estuary. The location marked on the site corresponds to the lobby, and not to the rooms which are on the beach when the reception is on the other side of the river. And given its marking, I suspect the Aana Resort, recommended next door, as being the manager of this annex.

Budget: from €41

There is some confusion about this hotel, as many people think from the photos that it is located directly on the beach. In reality, the beach is reachable via a boat service (8am-18pm), which runs between the resort and Khlong Pra beach, at the tip of the estuary. Clearly, this is a property worth staying at, if you get the rate mentioned above. There are also 50 m² villas with a private plunge pool (I prefer this term to "pool", a bit exaggerated for this size) available from €74. A great bargain considering the setting offered by this hotel which maintains a solid reputation.

Budget: from €48

For this price, the Ramayana (reference to the epic of Rama, which can be found on the paintings of the temples) remains a reference. The hotel is pleasant, surrounded by a well-maintained tropical garden. The rooms are large, as are the beds. The swimming pool is also pleasant and clean. The breakfasts are plentiful. The staff is smiling and efficient. The only downside is that it is a little out of the way from the town. You have to take a shuttle or a taxi to get there, unless you rent scooters (they also have them, but are more expensive than average).

Budget: from €50

The smallest rooms are at a particularly attractive rate, because the Klong Prao resort remains a reference in Ko Chang. But apparently, it is still better to opt for the higher category, where the rate then goes to €78. Often described as a "beautiful hotel", it directly overlooks the beach, next to which you will find the small swimming pool of the establishment. The only drawback mentioned is its location considered isolated because there are few restaurant options around and therefore requires being motorized to better enjoy it.

Budget: from €59

We remain in the affordable costs, with the Bhu Tarn Resort. It is a small hotel on a human scale, bordering the same lake as that of the Klong Prao Resort, but the Bhu Tarn is on the other hand on the edge of the road and not the beach. It remains however a good choice by its spacious rooms, arranged in small houses giving a little air of village to the whole.

Budget: from €132

And we end not with a hotel but with a holiday home, managed by the owner of the very good Baan Rim Guesthouse (currently closed for complete renovation), located opposite, on the other side of the river. As the name suggests, it is an old fisherman's house, tastefully renovated and with two bedrooms, nicely furnished.

Budget: from €26

This is a small resort, the Iyara, whose management has just changed. The full name reflects this change in management and made me a little confused, but it is the "branding" used by Oyo, the parent company, which is an Indian company. Wanting to give a welcome boost to this establishment which was letting itself go a little, it has been dusted off a little and can be interesting for small budgets. Located next to a small river and surrounded by nature, the Iyara also has a swimming pool.

Budget: from €27

Who said that paying little necessarily meant bland rooms? The Alchemy offers pretty rooms with a refined style, but very clean. The small hotel is coupled with an excellent restaurant, located on the roadside. This is one of the only drawbacks of this establishment, with perhaps the lack of a swimming pool that some might miss. But it remains a lesser evil at this price. If we add the pleasant welcome by an owner concerned about the well-being of his guests and that makes the Alchemy a good deal.

Budget: from €38

A small resort with fairly simple but very clean rooms. There are bungalows that can be suitable for families since they have two bedrooms (at €60). Judging by the photos, it is either new or recently renovated. People appreciate its garden, the proximity to restaurants and the warm welcome. On the other hand, it is on the side of the road and without a swimming pool, you can't have everything with an overall attractive price.

Budget: from €40

One of the direct advantages of the Sabaidee Resort is that its owner is French, which is handy if you are not comfortable with languages. The rooms are bungalows, quite sober but with a small terrace that suits and surrounded by a flower garden. The beach is less than 500 m away (cutting through the neighboring hotel) while you will find several restaurants along the main road, the hotel being set back and therefore quiet at 200 m.

Budget: from €52

I have rarely seen such unanimous opinions. The Watercolours is a little gem. A small structure on a human scale with lovely spacious rooms. All set on the banks of the river already mentioned many times. The managers will welcome you and inform you about the island. You have the choice to go to the beach between a few minutes on foot or take advantage of the canoes provided free of charge.

Budget: from €68

The Vayna is an excellent alternative to the neighboring Dewa, cheaper, but with the same quality. It is also a Boutique Hotel, a hotel "concept" that I personally like because they are generally small structures furnished with taste, without necessarily falling into prohibitive prices. All this describes rather well this excellent modern hotel, located on the beach. An idyllic setting for a successful vacation.

Budget: from €94

Another reference on the island of Ko Chang, The Dewa is a comfortable hotel with very large rooms, a good swimming pool, a spa, a restaurant, in short, everything you need to have a pleasant stay. All in a charming, well-maintained establishment with staff who take care of their customers. The Dewa being on the beach, this completes the picture and justifies a competitive price.

Budget: from €99

If you swear by large structures and hotel chains, the Centara should suit you. The one in Ko Chang, faithful to the brand, is well located. It borders the beach and is in a central area of ​​Khlong Prao. The complex will allow you to lack nothing. The cottages are typically scattered in the immense garden. Everything is very well maintained. The staff is incredibly kind and helpful. In short, a safe bet.

Budget: from €138

The Barali is ideal if you prefer luxurious hotels without being in a large complex. Because this hotel, neighboring the Centara, is of modest size, which can be appreciable for those who do not like large complexes. It adjoins the beach and has very beautiful large rooms (47 m²) with a very classy look. It is a hotel particularly appreciated for honeymoons and can organize weddings on the beach.

Budget: from €142

The Santhiya Tree has been a quality property for years, with its ‘standard’ villas set in a garden bordering the beach. But this one has upped the ante with the addition of the impressive building, set back from the beach. Here, rooms are only slightly more expensive (€167 for the ‘Suite Pool Water View’), but have a unique touch of wood, with views of the mountains from your private plunge pool.

Budget: from €146

If you can afford it, no need to look any further, the Emerald Cove is a solid reference in Ko Chang to taste luxury. Located on a little-visited stretch of beach in Khlong Prao, the hotel is one of the best in its category. You are entitled to large, rather classy rooms, 2 swimming pools including a small one for children and the main one all in length. It is a hotel that will suit those looking for rest and do not intend to move too much. On the beach, you will have the unbeatable deckchairs with a button to call a person and order food or drinks.

Budget: from €156

The Elegance Pool Villas is aptly named, because it is indeed a set of villas, not very large in themselves (70 m²) but with a small private pool which is always nice. And the price is a little misleading because at this price, it is in fact not one but two bedrooms that you will have. Which immediately makes the place more interesting! Because for a particularly competitive price, you will have your own little home, a perfect cocoon for a family stay under the sign of "luxury". This is suitable for up to 5 people since there is also a sofa bed in addition to the two bedrooms.

Budget: from €11

This small hotel has not yet had time to open (due to the Covid crisis...) so no rating or comments, but an attractive starting price (promotional, because I saw it at €23 on Booking, which seems a bit high to me if it were confirmed). They offer small, simple rooms, without basic air conditioning, but recent (or in a recently renovated building in any case). It is small, apparently there are only 5 rooms, perfect for those who like their own little corner. The location is a little set back, not far from the "Kai Bae Walking Street" but normally far enough away so it should not pick up the sounds of the bars more than that.

Budget: from €12

The Gala is a small guesthouse located at the very south of Khlong Prao Bay, on the border with Kai Bae. I'm cheating a little bit because the latter should appear in the list concerning Khlong Prao more than Kai Bae. However, it came up in my searches targeted at Kai Bae and given its rating, I didn't want to overlook it because I need an even number of hotels for aesthetic reasons... Built on a hillside, it has a beautiful view of the sea, which compensates for the lack of a beach. We appreciate its friendly atmosphere and its warm owners. The rooms are clean and well maintained. A great gem for small budgets.

Budget: from €20

The Lemon Guesthouse is a small establishment that is starting to make a name for itself in Kai Bae. Recently opened, at the same time as the White Corner restaurant (which replaced the "Chez David", a Belgian who had been operating at this location for a few years), located next door and which I think manages the guesthouse, it is very good value for money. For €20, you have clean rooms, a central location, several restaurants including the White Corner, run by French people. It is particularly a great location if you are not comfortable on a scooter, because you can do everything on foot from here. Beach, restaurant, 7/11 right next door, massage, great.

Budget: from €23

This is the hotel with the "worst" rating among all those in my lists. But if I give a lot of importance to the latter, I take into account the opinions, in particular recent VS old ones, which could affect it. And in the case of the Mai Pen Rai guesthouse, it went through a bad patch a few years ago due to work making the stay not the most pleasant. The result is that now, apart from its location on the roadside (straddling the end of Khlong Prao and the beginning of Kai Bae), not necessarily great, but it is a hotel offering one of the best value for money. With a decent room at €23 + swimming pool, it's hard to do better.

Budget: from €39

The Siam Bay Resort is a decent beachfront hotel, offering budget bungalows. However, these are on a section without a beach. The superior bungalows, called "Sea View Villa" start at €54. But these are still reasonable prices for being on the beach, with a pool and service that has improved compared to a few years ago.

Budget: from €52

The Stage Hotel offers rooms that are suitable for couples, but they also have family rooms that can accommodate 6 people. The price is €79, which is still very reasonable. Children will enjoy the swimming pool, which is due to be renovated and will be able to accommodate new visitors.

Budget: from €66

The Awa Resort is one of the best hotels on the island. So you can go there with your eyes closed if your budget allows it. It is a very nice hotel, offering a quality of service at the rendezvous, with all the staff welcoming, smiling. The rooms are spacious, tastefully decorated and the swimming pool is magnificent. The location remains close to 7-11 supermarket and restaurants. Only small flaw, the smallness of the beach in this area.

Budget: from €66

A good alternative if the Awa is full. I'm less of a fan of the style of the rooms, but its location on the beach (and not a pretty part), its attentive staff and the central location are unanimous. The hotel is generally made up of well-maintained bungalows and a well-planted garden. There are also rooms with balconies in the main building. A little extra also with the generous breakfast for all tastes.

Budget: from €79

We come to "my" hotel. It's the one I stayed at on my way to Ko Chang. I chose it for its access to the beach, which is quite beautiful in this place, its bungalows spaced out in the tropical garden, a cliché of an exotic resort, and the generally good reviews of this resort. If I'm honest, I think it's a bit expensive for what it is, a little renovation of the whole would do good to this establishment which has a lot of potential. I'm still putting it on my list, because it's still a good choice for this price range, since it's a really good location, with a hearty breakfast, the swimming pool, in short, everything you need to have a pleasant stay. The rest is just details.

Budget: from €105

The Sea View is a beautiful hotel, surrounded by a magnificent tropical garden, and all on the edge of the beach, private in this place and with a view of the small island of Ko Man Nai. The hotel is located south of Kai Bae, at the foot of the hill (below the Kai Bae viewpoint). It is not uncommon to come across monkeys there, but its disadvantage is that it is a bit isolated compared to other hotels, allowing you to go to the restaurants in the village on foot. But this is compensated by the excellent service, the two swimming pools, one being on the hillside higher up, not far from their own restaurant which overlooks the sea. The latter is also accessible via a funicular, which is not common!

Budget: from €118

Located not far from the Awa Resort, the Gajapuri is a notch above. It consists of superb wooden bungalows, very spacious (52 m²). You even have family rooms or villas with swimming pools (well, there it's not the same price). And its same advantageous location, close to the village's entertainment, while being set back and therefore quiet, on a portion of beach, admittedly, small and a little rocky, is very appreciable, in short, a long sentence you will have understood, summarizing the advantages of this quality resort. If we add the staff and the little touches brought to feel good, the clientele is suddenly easily able to come back to stay there.

Budget: from €155

It so happens that the Chill Resort is located between the Awa and the Gajapuri, and therefore form the winning trio of Kai Bae. Same prime location, same stretch of beach. Its distinguishing asset? From the reviews left, I would say the "5-star service!". The superb swimming pool, the very pleasant rooms, some of which have direct access to the pool (medium supplement, because we then approach €200 per night). Added to this, a generally top-notch service, a good restaurant with a great breakfast that we praise. And of course, if you wish, a spa worthy of the name (for a fee). The Chill Resort is probably one of the best establishments on the entire island.

Budget: from €13

The Joy Cottage is 300 m from Lonely Beach. It is appreciated for its welcome and its family atmosphere. The rooms are obviously quite basic, with fan, no air conditioning and a somewhat rudimentary bathroom. But Lonely Beach is more roots, and given the price, this should not bother you? Good point also for the hotel restaurant and the live music livening up the evenings.

Budget: from €16

For just a few euros more, you get the same warm atmosphere, a nice little room (without air conditioning) and even a small swimming pool. Knowing that I highlight the price for a double room but if you are solo, you also have dormitories for €7. Overall one of the best value for money in its category.

Budget: from €20

Lonely Beach is clearly not short of cheap hotels. That's also why the beach is popular. And for only €20 (€28 if you prefer air conditioning), you have tastefully decorated rooms, an excellent location, in the heart of the village, but surrounded by the jungle. Finally, you will have plenty of time to socialize at the hotel bar with the welcoming hosts of Margaritaville Lonely Beach.

Budget: from €20

Particularly appreciated for its excellent restaurant, the Cafe del sunshine is nonetheless a pleasant hostel, in the heart of the village of Lonely Beach. The rooms are comfortable and they also have a dormitory with beds at €6 per night. Its location makes it a more suitable establishment for party-goers since it is next to the bar area. It is also not far from the beach which is always appreciable.

Budget: from €25

We remain in the same category that clearly largely predominates Lonely Beach. Even if the Little Eden is a bit more expensive than those presented so far, this is justified by a particularly pleasant environment. The Little Eden is set back from the main street, without being isolated. It is surrounded by the jungle and offers charming, clean bungalows, coupled with a good restaurant and a cool atmosphere, including the staff, specific to Lonely Beach.

Budget: from €27 (€54 for two nights)

If the establishment requires a minimum of two nights, it remains a lesser evil since we feel good there and most people even extend their stay. Very well located in the heart of the village, but on the jungle side, therefore quieter, the Beach Jungle offers cozy, very clean bungalows and the kindness of the owners completes this very good address. It is also an establishment that will suit families with their small two-bedroom "villas" (from €83 per night).

Budget: from €28

The Elephant Lounge follows the same formula as the other hotels in Lonely Beach. A central location, a charming room, the first in its category to offer air conditioning by default and a friendly atmosphere with a bar with great cocktails. The establishment is recent and already has a solid reputation thanks in particular to their warm hosts.

Budget: from €29

Another good deal for this range of cheap hotels, the Oasis. The place is away from the noise, on the hillside, while remaining close to the center. The bungalows are surrounded by nature, comfortable and functional. The hotel generally gives the appearance of a small lost paradise, with its tower allowing you to see the sea, it denotes. The restaurant terrace is also appreciated and the food is good.

Budget: from €39

I haven't yet listed many hotels in Lonely Beach with swimming pools. Well, given the prices so far, it was pretty normal. We're just going up a notch with the Carpe Diem Guest House, and indeed, it does have a swimming pool, albeit modest in size but still nice. The rooms are super clean, a simple but pleasant result. The owners are friendly, so you'll get a warm welcome. It's the kind of small, no-nonsense establishment where you feel good, without breaking the bank and while being in the heart of the village.

Budget: from €39

First resort on the list on Lonely Beach, I know it for having tested their nice restaurant, which borders the beach. Located on the northern part of Lonely Beach (away from the village, but only 500 m away and on a pleasant portion of the beach), the Nature Resort is made up of simple but cozy bungalows for the least expensive, located at the back (bordering the road). For the newer more modern bungalows (but a little more expensive, at €54), they are lined up along the path leading to the swimming pool and the restaurant. Very good value for money for Lonely Beach.

Budget: from €62

With rooms for less than €70 in the main building, the Nest remains one of the only more luxury-oriented hotels on Lonely Beach, offering competitive rates. It remains a reference thanks in particular to its villas with small private pool (but more expensive in this case, from €132), its attentive staff, and its large, recent and very comfortable rooms, with beautiful sea views. The hotel is away from the village, to the south of Lonely Beach, so you have to go there with full knowledge of the facts. If it is quiet, on the other hand, it is on a portion without a beach (mangrove, as mentioned in the general presentation of this beach).

Budget: from €86

Still under the €100 mark, you can treat yourself to this establishment which has a few years of bottles behind it, but remains a good reference. It is the first hotel you will come across when arriving on Lonely (after the famous hairpin bend). It is nestled on the edge of the hill separating it from Kai Bae and offers the best spot in terms of decor on Lonely Beach. Add to that large, well-maintained rooms, like the entire complex and the beach, cleaned every day, a beautiful swimming pool and attentive staff, it's a winning combo.

Budget: from €14

As the name of this small guesthouse very explicitly indicates, the Jungle Garden is surrounded by a piece of nature, on the sea side and rests in a tropical garden as a backdrop. The bungalows are small, like the price, but comfortable. It is a quiet little corner, in the center of Bailan, so close to the village restaurants. As I am honest, I would like to point out that in this case it appears that the rate given by Agoda is higher than what you can get on site (around €9-10).

Budget: from €15

Having a bungalow by the water is always nice, especially if the price is so low. And that's what the Bay Yard Hut offers. Although it doesn't overlook a beach, but rather the mangrove, it still allows you to relax with the sea air directly in your nostrils. And you'll also have a view of the sunset. The bungalows are quite simple but functional and comfortable, with a small terrace. A little extra, they have set up tables for eating on the water, allowing you to admire the sunset.

Budget: from €15

I'm not sure about the price because when I tried it, I couldn't find any rooms available on the dates I tested. I guess it's in that range, maybe even less given the simplicity of the rooms. But I'll still recommend this hotel, if it ever becomes available again, because it has a good reputation for this price range in Bailan. Even though it's on the side of the road (practically not busy at night on this part of the island), it's quiet. It's slightly away from the main entertainment of the village, only 150 m away, right in front of the Mercure, the only luxury hotel in Bailan.

Budget: from €20

The Elephant Bay is a budget hotel that offers a swimming pool, in the absence of a beach (although it is on the seafront). A low-budget hotel aimed at a young and backpacker population but also suitable for families. The Elephant Bay does not neglect design, attention to detail is given to the rooms and the bar, very design. It is surrounded by a superb garden, with the swimming pool overlooking the bay. The resort also has a good restaurant with reasonable prices. In short, a true haven of peace, calm and relaxing.

Budget: from €25

I hesitated to include it in this list given the divergent opinions, especially concerning the owner, who has a changeable mood. But if I put it, it is because it remains a good option for small budgets, with a swimming pool (very small) and bungalows around. In addition, and this is even the main reason, I know that some of you like to find yourself in a "reassuring" environment, with a French boss, thus avoiding language problems.

Budget: from €29

Another guesthouse with bungalows by the sea, similar to the neighboring Elephant Bay. Although the price is slightly higher, the Koh Chang 7 offers bungalows in the same caliber as its neighbor, with very comfortable bedding. It is also appreciated for its charming owners and its really caring staff. The food is also very good and the restaurant is also a terrace set up on the water, with a view of the sunset as a bonus.

Budget: from €30

Baansanook Bungalow is the first of its category to combine both the swimming pool and air-conditioned rooms, if for you a fan is clearly not enough. Added to this a good welcome, a central location in the village, it is a small simple hotel but which does its job to settle in a quiet place and rest without breaking the bank. The hotel has a good restaurant along the road.

Budget: from €36

The Koh Chang Bailan Beach resort is located next to a northern portion of the beach, where you can enjoy a little sand if the tide is not too high. It is a hotel with bungalows arranged in the garden bordering the sea, but also with more modern rooms in the annex building (from €57). You will also have a swimming pool to complete this green setting.

Budget: from €41

The Lucky Gecko is a small resort on a human scale, an unexpected corner of paradise in the heart of the village of Bailan. The small garden surrounds superbly furnished and spacious bungalows (36 m²). The whole thing is a few meters from a piece of beach (A real one, with sand! Rare in Bailan 😉 and a restaurant. The swimming pool is also part of the picture as well as a lovely staff. It is a very peaceful place, with a good atmosphere, scooter rental available. Certainly the best in its category on Bailan.

Budget: from €42

Another hotel that could claim the title of "best in its category" on Bailan, the Lazy Republique. Among its strong points, the small swimming pool, the modern bungalows with all the comforts, the garden surrounding the property, planted on the hillside at the beginning of the village of Bailan. Its only fault is to be on the hillside therefore and not on the edge of the beach. But one of its big assets is their owner. An extremely kind French couple who will share around a good cocktail all the information to know about their island.

Budget: from €50

This is a promotional rate, but in this case, the value for money is unbeatable. The Mercure is the only luxury hotel on Bailan Beach. And as such, it provides all the comfort you would expect from such a renowned chain. At this price, the Harley bungalows don't stand a chance against the modern and refined rooms at the Mercure. Since there is a budget behind it, they have kept the best part of Bailan Beach, at the very south of the bay. The large swimming pool completes this idyllic setting, surrounded by a spotless garden, maintained by a welcoming and smiling staff.

Budget: from €65 (€28 in economy)

Forget blue pools, it's already been seen. The Harley Moon Hideaway stands out with a red pool! And this color is their trademark since it is also this color that predominates in the rooms of the chalets surrounding it. I highlight the bungalow rooms, because they are twice as big and more comfortable, but I want to point out that the Harley Moon Hideaway can also suit more modest budgets with so-called "economy" rooms, having only a bed and a pseudo-table, but no furniture otherwise.

Budget: from €11

A small hostel that has just opened. Its owner will welcome you with open arms. These are dormitories set on the side of the road. As such there is nothing but the forest around, so it is quiet. To eat and find entertainment, you will have to move. The good news is that it is only 350 m to reach Khlong Koi and 1 km to get to Bang Bao pier.

Budget: from €14

As the name suggests, BeachBox@Koh Chang is like a box as a room. But modern and bright "boxes" that, for just a few euros more, allow you to have your own room vs the dormitories of the neighboring HomeHostel. Simple and minimalist, clean, and super friendly managers, a good option then.

Budget: from €14

If you prefer to stay in Bang Bao itself, and more precisely on its pier, here is a very good option. Beautifully furnished in an old wooden fisherman's house, renovated and tastefully decorated, the Bang Bao Paradise Homestay is an excellent option for small budgets who like to have their own room. The opportunity to sleep "on the water" since the houses are on stilts along the pier. The only "constraint" is that the bathroom is shared and not private.

Budget: from €18

Just before arriving at the village of Bang Bao, not far from the temple, you will come across the Coconut Garden. For just a few euros more than the previous options, you will be entitled to a small welcome swimming pool. This small hotel is located in a tropical garden, in a quiet area and offers rooms in bungalows, basic if you take the economy version, but they also have larger bungalows if ever (at 45 €).

Budget: from €21

A little away from the village, while remaining accessible on foot (500 m), you will find some small houses for rent. And if I use the term small house and not just bungalow, it is because these "dwellings" include a sink and a fridge, intended to be a kitchenette although there is a priori nothing as such for cooking, but the idea is there. It remains no less modern and functional.

Budget: from €22

Another very good option to sleep directly on the pier and enjoy the idyllic setting offered by this guesthouse and its restaurant. The staff is very pleasant and smiling, the dishes offered are excellent and at a reasonable price. The price of the room is great given the location. The basic ones are with shared bathroom, count 28 € for private bathroom.

Budget: from €26

The latter is so new that it opened in the middle of the Covid crisis… So no reviews yet, but the photos attract me, that's why I'm offering it to you. The rooms look cute and this family hotel is established on a hill overlooking Bang Bao Bay, with a beautiful view to chill out in the early morning. As it is about halfway between Bang Bao Pier and Khlong Koi Beach (700 m), it may be better to have a vehicle if you want to avoid feeling too isolated.

Budget: from €35

If you like sleeping by the water, here is an option without breaking the bank. The Secret Garden is a small family hotel with a sea view. It is located right next to the small beach of Ko Chang Tai, which you can enjoy in addition to eating there in the evening. It is a good option to be quiet and benefit from a pleasant, recent room in a pretty seaside setting. You can also go to the beautiful beach of Khlong Koi by kayak, provided by the hotel free of charge.

Budget: from €56

Indie Beach Bungalows is an option to enjoy the small beach of Ko Chang Tai in peace. The hotel is located right on the beach and has several bungalows of varying sizes, the largest of which are suitable for families. The rooms are simple but charming. Indie Beach is readily described as a little gem. The owners have done an excellent job of decorating and creating a relaxing and uplifting atmosphere. The staff is warm and friendly. The beds are super comfortable. In short, a faultless hotel, if the lack of a swimming pool is not a deal breaker for you.

Budget: from €57

If having a swimming pool is essential for you, here is an alternative to the Indie Beach, for the same price. You gain a swimming pool, but you lose the beach. The hotel is nonetheless very well located. You will have a beautiful view of the bay, a lovely garden and large, spacious and very well-kept rooms. Another plus, a beautiful terrace on the water which is also a restaurant and a manager who knows what hospitality is. They also have kayaks available to explore the surroundings on the water. Finally, the resort is close to the village of Bang Bao.

Budget: from €81

A small luxury hotel on the peninsula southwest of Bang Bao. Its major asset remains the magnificent view you will have from its swimming pool, overlooking Bang Bao Bay. Another positive point, its location right on the water, and the lush garden surrounding the property. After that, don't expect to swim too much on the hotel's small beach, and the other drawback is the isolation of this peninsula, you have to go there knowingly. However, this is compensated by a transport service to Bang Bao / Khlong Koi beach every two hours and the possibility of reaching the Bhuvarin by boat rather than by road.

Budget: from €129

The Seabreeze – Luxury Residence is a set of two-bedroom houses, which can accommodate up to 5 people. Always an interesting option if you are traveling with your family and like the possibility of having a little more autonomy since you will also have a fully equipped kitchen. The residences are managed by the Tranquility Bay Residence below, where the beach is located, which faces Bang Bao Bay (the latter does not have a name to my knowledge because it is private to this establishment). You also have a jetty and finally of course, the swimming pool, which you can also enjoy.

Budget: from €9

At this price, it is all the more backpacker-oriented as the rooms are fairly basic bungalows. But everything is clean and perfectly managed to make you feel welcome, like at "home". The Freedom Home is aptly named and the atmosphere it gives off makes you want to stay longer, you will be received in a warm atmosphere and far from the crowds of tourist areas. The location, surrounded by the jungle, is also good.

Budget: from €11

Another bungalow in a simplistic style, where you will be welcomed by Yak (the owner), a super nice guy who likes to chat. It's a cool atmosphere similar to Freedom Home. Same style and low cost. Yak's bungalows are clean, with a private bathroom and an outdoor area to relax on the hammock. As the village is very small, it is a stone's throw from the beach and you will have the choice of restaurants around.

Budget: from €15

Klong Kloi Cottage offers a variety of bungalows, with different prices, but the cheapest ones are very good value for money. At €15, they are small rooms with fans, clean, basic, but just what you need. You can opt for rooms with air conditioning and a little bigger, some are family oriented but for that, I think the value for money is lower than what you can find around. Note that the establishment is on the seaside, which is always appreciable.

Budget: from €23

If they have cheaper rooms (at 15€), I put the one at 23€ forward, because I think they are clearly better in terms of value for money, for only a few euros more. The rooms are on the beach side while the other bungalows are on the edge of a lake at the back of the beach, just separated by the path crossing the village. In addition, the bungalows seem to have been renovated or in any case the rooms look good for this price. Finally, the hotel restaurant has a rather good reputation.

Budget: from €37

We go up a notch in price, but also in comfort. The Beach Café is a small hotel located on the beach with rooms that are not particularly large but not tiny either. They are above all well maintained and comfortable. Wood predominates and the facilities are generally well thought out. You can also count on the staff, very kind and helpful. Always smiling, at least, in the country called, of smiles. This is also the case for the owners, welcoming and just as adorable, considerate and with good advice.

Budget: from €42

It is never easy to keep such a high rating while accumulating so many reviews. Proof of this is that the Bangbao Beach Resort is rather unanimous, in particular thanks to the kindness of its owner. With its wooden bungalows along the beach, the resort hits the mark. You will have a large comfortable bed and a large bathroom, the only thing missing is a fridge (for this price range, it is a bit of a shame). But the view of the sea and the private beach right in front of the bungalow are priceless.

Budget: from €49

Maybe a bit expensive compared to the service, but for this price you will have a hotel by the sea, with a restaurant on the beach and a beautiful sunset as a bonus in the evening and a very good breakfast with coffee in the machine in the morning. The rooms are in a wooden building, they are large and comfortable. Some people criticize it for a lack of insulation, it is better not to be sensitive to noise, but I think it must depend on the periods and the exact location of the rooms.

Budget: from €75

This is a hotel that lives up to its name. Located at the end of Klong Kloi beach, the hotel is surrounded by a forest, under which lie the various huts where the large rooms are located. Good reception and peaceful atmosphere, but it is a little isolated and the beach in this area is not the best for swimming (you just have to move a hundred meters), so go there with full knowledge of the facts to enjoy a certain comfort and absolute calm.

Budget: from €84

First more upscale hotel mentioned for Khlong Kloi, the Chaipura is located on the edge of the lake behind the beach, only 150 m from it. But if the hotel does not directly border the beach, a location has deckchairs reserved for this resort. The staff is very attentive, and the owner welcoming. The rooms are located in chalets, rather large, well decorated and clean. On the other hand, there is no swimming pool, but hey, the beach is only 5 minutes away. The restaurant is delicious, the dishes are plentiful including at breakfast.

Budget: from €102

If you are interested in staying in Khlong Kloi and you have the budget, look no further, you have to go to Chivapuri. The only real luxury hotel on this beach and the only one on this list to have a swimming pool. And a beautiful infinity pool on the beach while you're at it. A little away from the village, it is a relaxing environment. The rooms are obviously very comfortable and spacious for this price, tastefully decorated. If you take the breakfast option, you will be treated to a hearty meal.

Budget: from €20

I'm not sure about the price, because the search by testing does not give available rooms, but it is the base price that appears when typing the name of the hotel. From experience, I know that this price corresponds to the low season, so aim for €30 for the high season. The Baan Chid Talay is located in the village of Dan Mai, the main town on the island. It is a small haven of peace, with fairly simple bungalows, by the sea, but without a beach. An ideal location for a few days away from the crowds... The big advantage of this hotel is its hotelier, very pleasant and attentive. Transport is preferable to enjoy the place and walk around.

Budget: from €29

The Good View resort is located south of the village of Dan Mai, not far from the Khlong Nonsi waterfall. If you are looking for a hotel to relax in peace and quiet and you have your own transport, then this hotel is perfect for you. The latter is on the seaside, although there is no beach (mangrove). Failing that, you can spend time on the water thanks to the kayaks provided. The staff is friendly, the spacious room is very clean although not bringing any particular charm. On the other hand, the setting surrounding the hotel is rather beautiful. The breakfast is simple but correct. It is one of the best value for money you will find on the East Coast.

Budget: from €34

I didn't find a mid-range and it goes straight into the €30 range. As with the entire East Coast, you have to go there with full knowledge of the facts, because you will be far from everything. Well, not quite, because you will be on the other side of the bay in the village of Salak Khok, where there is a mangrove to visit by boat. But there is no beach in the immediate vicinity. The place focuses a lot on the greenery that surrounds it, with a beautiful garden giving allure to the swimming pool. The staff is helpful and the masseuses are qualified (after all, it is a "spa" resort). There is a strong emphasis on health, and as for their restaurant, the menu should please vegans and vegetarians.

Budget: from €41

If you choose the Garden of Joy, it will not be particularly for the charm of its rooms, which are somewhere from another time (let's say that a renovation would not be too much). But it is everything else that makes this hotel a good choice for the north of the East Coast. Starting with the swimming pool, compensating for the lack of beach and especially its owner. A Belgian, former baker-pastry chef, therefore able to offer you pastries, sweets, and homemade breads. In addition, he welcomes you as if you were at home in his bungalows scattered in the pretty garden. The breakfasts are copious and excellent as well as the restaurant if you dine at the hotel.

Budget: from €55

An intimate hotel, that's good, it's in the name. The Privacy Resort is a small hotel on the side of the road along the East coast. And apart from the jungle, there is nothing around. It is therefore an establishment for those who seek above all rest and calm. The owners Steve and Lili are good advisers and welcoming, as well as their staff. Since it is essential to have a vehicle to stay here, they offer scooters for rent in very good condition. And of course, for this price, you will have a swimming pool to relax.

Budget: from €58

For a few euros more, you can enjoy a more spacious, tastefully decorated bungalow surrounded by a garden bordering the "orange" sand beach, on the northern part of the East Coast (not far from the Center Point ferry arrival). The owner (Steve) has done a superb job in the overall design, interior decoration and landscaping. It all gives a feeling of privacy for all guests, and the Serenity is staffed by a helpful staff who do everything they can to make sure everyone is happy.

Budget: from €70

I hesitated to add it, because the latter seems a bit expensive compared to the service. €70, we are close to a rate for a 4-star room. The rooms lack a little style (and the integration of the bathroom, a little particular) to claim this title. In addition, the hotel is not on the seafront. But I include it in view of the good reviews that the Elysian has received so far. Few opinions yet, because it is an establishment that has just opened recently, but that implies a new environment. This is the kind of hotel that will please those among you who flee large complexes. Here, it remains quite family-friendly, with only 11 rooms and 5 bungalows. You will be welcomed by Lek, always ready to help. The swimming pool is pleasant and breakfast is served right next to it.

Budget: from €72

A little gem for French speakers. Managed by an artist couple, Greg and Orly, they lovingly built two bungalows next to their house. So, you will not be in a hotel, but rather in a local's home. The result is an environment with a unique decor and universe. The immense garden is designed with their tastes and colors. The rooms are no less modern. Everything is on the seafront (mangrove in front, but with a small piece of private beach right next door). As you will be facing due East, don't miss the sunrise! It is a place that exudes serenity and calls for calm. For your entertainment, you will have kayaks available. If we add to all that a good restaurant and excellent breakfast and the Blessed Residence will call you to come back.

Budget: from €87

An option combining a feeling of luxury while maintaining an intimate aspect. Amber Sands is one of the few resorts lined up along the ochre beach, north of the East coast. A perfect environment to find peace and quiet and get away from mass tourism. Among its positive points, we can mention the warm decor of the place, a very neat garden, bungalows equipped with great taste, a pretty swimming pool, and very good cuisine. Knowing that you will find next door the very good restaurant "le Souk". Very helpful and friendly staff. Finally, another plus, the availability of equipment, especially for children (kayaks, ping pong table), making it a very good hotel for families.

Budget: from €246

So yes, if we look at the figure like that, we expect great luxury. But in fact, it is not so much "luxurious". You just have to understand that it is a villa, with no less than 6 bedrooms! So unless you have the means and put your living space on a pedestal, it is above all a place that will be of interest if you travel in a group or with family. If we do the ratio, it is literally the equivalent of having your own little hotel all to yourself, with a swimming pool as a bonus. And at €246 for 6 rooms, that comes to €41 per room, unbeatable on the East Coast. Especially since it is modern and you will also have a terrace to chill out on in the evening.

Budget: from €14

Located less than a km from the fishing village of Salak Phet, Diamond Hill is a small family hotel, whose owner built bungalows on the grounds of her parents' house. The bungalows, quite sober in appearance, are still spacious and have air conditioning, a fridge, a kettle and a delicious local breakfast is included. For this price, it is therefore a great deal, for this local accommodation, which will make you feel at home, advise you and even offer you motorbikes for rent or boat trips to the island in the center of the bay.

Budget: from €30

Located in the heart of the village of Salak Phet, in a well-maintained house, the Mangrove Hideaway is a little corner of paradise. You have a small pontoon facing the mangrove. A rather calm and peaceful environment. The room is rather pretty and the food excellent. Ideal place for people who do not like tourist complexes and are not bothered by isolation. But to compensate, the hotel provides you with various appreciable services: kayak, bicycle, scooter rental.

Budget: from €37

Located at the end of the village, it directly overlooks the small river surrounded by mangroves that flows into the sea a few meters further. It is a haven of peace for those who appreciate a local and relaxing experience.

Budget: from €35

It was at the restaurant of this resort that I stopped for lunch one afternoon. And the setting is rather pleasant, the resort having its feet in the water, with a view of the bay, perfect for relaxing. For the rooms with a terrace, you can enjoy a net to sit above the water (family rooms with a sea view start at €67). Overall good value for money. The hotel provides kayaks to compensate for the lack of a beach and swimming pool. The staff is rather nice.

Budget: from €15

Again, I'm not sure about the rate, because the search by testing does not give any available rooms. The Journey's End is a relaxing setting, on the water's edge (orange sand and mangroves). It is a small resort composed of several fairly simple but clean bungalows. If you want to spend a quiet holiday in nature, it is rather a beautiful place, with a warm welcome and attentive staff. In addition, the food is good thanks to the hotel restaurant.

Budget: from €71

The Parama Koh Chang Resort has its own pier and offers excursions to the island of Ko Phrao Nai, located in the middle of the bay. Apart from this particularity, it is a beautiful hotel with a swimming pool, offering a very decent standard if the promotional rate is in effect. Note that people do not pay attention to its location, you must go there with full knowledge of the facts. Check Bae being relatively deserted and isolated from the rest of the island, it is a hotel conducive to rest, far from the crowd, but without a beach in front.