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Thon Nai Pan Hotels
In Ton Nai Pan Bay there is accommodation for every taste and budget: if Ton Nai Pan Noi mainly has luxury hotels with all amenities, then its neighbor Ton Nai Pan Yai offers budget hotels and guesthouses, in including for those who decided to stay on the island for a long time.
Beaches of Thon Nai Pan
The beaches are a 15-minute walk from each other.
Thon Nai Pan Noi beach, which is half the size of its neighbor, is considered more picturesque: the sea here is deeper and there are more bright colorful fish. You can go surfing, kayaking, beach volleyball or trekking. The nearby village of the same name has some nice bars and restaurants.
Ton Nai Pan Yai Beach is longer, the resorts here are more “stretched” along the coast and there is no village on the shore - therefore this beach is considered calmer and quieter. But there are many trails for hiking through the mountains and to waterfalls, as well as a decent selection of rocks suitable for experienced climbers.
Tong Nai Pan is the common name for two nearby beaches. One is called Thong Nai Pan Noi, another Thong Nai Pan Yai.
general information
The beaches of Thong Nai Pan are located in the northeastern part of the island. Most tourists prefer to settle closer to the main life of the island (south) or in other parts of the island (west).
On the beach Tong Nai Pan Noah There are expensive hotels. Beach Tong Nai Pan Yay simpler hotels were occupied. But in both of these places prices tend to be higher than in other parts of the island. Both beaches are nearby, but not within walking distance.
How to get to the beaches of Thong Nai Pan
We will assume that you have a scooter or a car. Previously, getting here was not easy. There is only one road leading here, which was in very poor condition. And the journey here was long and difficult. When I got here, the road was good, and only some parts of it were problematic due to the fact that repair work was going on or a small part of it was not paved. And the later you go to the beaches, the easier it will be, because the road is improving every year.
To get to the beaches, no matter how trivial it may sound, you need to go towards these beaches. There is only one road and if you follow the map, it is simply impossible to get lost. There are signs along the way to the main road leading to the beaches. And then a multi-kilometer road begins, which at the end of the road will lead you to one of the beaches of Thong Nai Pan.
My impressions
During the off-season on the island, the beaches of Thong Nai Pan are the only ones of their kind where you can swim properly. Here the water also recedes from the shore, but not as much as on other beaches.
I liked the beach better Tong Nai Pan Noah . Somehow it felt more comfortable and nicer here. On the beach Tong Nai Pan Yay There are many fishing boats near the shore, which in my opinion spoiled the idyll of a good beach.
Photos of Thong Nai Pan beaches
Much of the route is very picturesque. Lots of well paved roads. I had a lot of fun getting here.
Together with the surrounding nature, the road is simply incredibly beautiful.
Thais passing by
Some areas along the road resemble nature from dinosaur movies.
Entrance to Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach
Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach
Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach
Crown of a 53 meter tree species dipterocarpus, which grows near the road towards the beaches of Thong Nai Pan. The sign states that the tree is the largest of its species in Thailand ( Biggest yang na tree) and he is 400 years old.
Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach is a picturesque beach in the northeast of Koh Phangan. Thong Nai Pan Noi beach is cozy, uncrowded, with good infrastructure and unparalleled views. Good for swimming even during low tides.
Photo Thong Nai Pan Noi beach Ko Phangan
Thong Nai Pan Noi: reviews and impressions
We stayed in Thong Nai Pan Noi for 3 days in a beachfront bungalow. During this time we managed to thoroughly enjoy this beautiful beach, relax and swim. We also looked at the nearby Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach. Looking ahead, I will immediately answer a question that is of interest to many - Noah is better. In our opinion, it is better in everything from swimming to views and development of the area. But first things first.
Hotels near Thong Nai Pan Noi
- Thongtapan Resort
- Buri Rasa Koh Phangan
- Santhiya Resort and Spa
- Panviman Koh Phangan
- Anantara Rasananda
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Beach photo
As for the views, look how beautiful it is! The beauty of this beach is created not only by nature, but also by four-star hotels. In the photo above, one of the best hotels in Koh Phangan is located on a picturesque mountain. Panviman Resort. Now let's look at the left side of the beach.
There is a quiet, pretty bay and large blocks of stones. We stopped in this part of the beach. We'll tell you more about our hotel in a separate article. In the meantime, let's continue to watch the beach. What's in its central part?
The middle of Thong Nai Pan Noi also looks very dignified due to the red umbrellas of the hotel Anantara and other hotels of the same level.
Thong Nai Pan Noi beach is not very large, but quite cozy and well-groomed. Everything here is like at a good quality resort. You feel human.
Few people and silence
It’s also quiet here and there are very few tourists. If you are afraid to go to Panagan because of the Full Moon Party, then I can say that you will not notice them on this beach. The parties take place on the beach, which is located in another part of the island. And if there is only young people on Haad Rin, then a completely different contingent rests here.
A relaxing holiday in Thong Nai Pan Noi
Perhaps there will be more people in the high season, but now in May you can see for yourself how many people are on the beach. But there is life here. Tourists relax in cafes and on sun loungers. Most are Europeans, but we also heard Russian speakers a couple of times. All decent, normal people, no drunk or inappropriate people were seen, neither Russians nor foreign tourists. No one disturbed our vacation.
Sea and sand
The sand is fine and pleasant to the feet, without stones or shells. In the southern part of the beach it is not very convenient to walk on the sand. There is no glass or debris in the sand. The sea is not as bright blue and the water is not as clear as on Haad Rin. But nevertheless, swimming here is a pleasure. The bottom is clean sand. The depth increases smoothly.
Low tides
You can swim even at low tide. Now in May the tides begin in the morning. But at Tong Nai Pan Noi we have no problem swimming at low tide. The water doesn't go far. It only becomes shallower, but it doesn’t take as long to get to the depths as on neighboring Tong Nai Pan Yai. We swim every day until the evening
Low tides at Thong Nai Pan
Where can I order a transfer from the airport?
We use the service - KiwiTaxi
We ordered a taxi online and paid by card. We were met at the airport with a sign with our name on it. We were taken to the hotel in a comfortable car. You've already talked about your experience In this article.
Viewpoint on Thong Nai Pan Noi at the Panwiman Hotel
This observation deck is non-public and belongs to the Panviman Hotel. There is a sign “Private territory” in front of the stairs. So, you can’t officially enter it. But if you walk modestly, no one will notice or stop you. The view from here is amazing. See for yourself!
Where to eat
Despite the presence of expensive hotels, Thong Nai Pan Noi has many relatively inexpensive cafes and restaurants, where food costs start from 100 baht. A good inexpensive restaurant in the left corner of the beach is Baan Tapannoi. We ate there most often, so we can recommend it. Inexpensive, tasty and fast food, sea view. Our average bill for two is 300 baht ($9).
There are several more beach restaurants, and on the right side of the beach there is even a whole street with a lot of cafes. This street departs from the sea in the Beach Club area. And these are not Thai-stay cafes for locals or elite restaurants, but ordinary mid-level cafes. Very decent and cozy cafes, we could eat at any one. There is no such street with cafes in Tong Nai Pan Yai.
Shops, ATMs, currency exchange
All infrastructure is located on the street with cafes. There are ATMs of the main Thai banks, a couple of exchange offices (we didn’t look at the rate). There is no 7-Eleven in Thong Nai Pan Noi. The closest 7-11 is at nearby Yai Beach. There are no large Tesco or Big C supermarkets either, but among the small ones there are 2 types of stores - dirty, dark shops and light, modern CHOMPOO Minimart. Prices are cheaper in dusty stores. In these stores, in principle, you can buy everything you might need on vacation. Water, drinks, alcohol, something to eat. The choice is not the same as in Seven. And all goods are overpriced. But it's tolerable for a few days. For example, a 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 20 baht. A pack of peanuts 30 baht. Chang beer 0.5l 60 baht.
What to do in the evening
As you already understand, there are many cafes in Tong Nai Pan Noi and you definitely won’t go hungry in the evening. What else can you do besides dinner? There are bars, we saw billiards, but there are no parties or discos here. So you can just take a walk on the beach. By 8 pm, approach the island of the Panwiman Hotel on the right side of the beach. Not only is there beautiful lighting, but you can also watch the fire show for free.
Thong Nai Pan Noi reviews
Our reviews of this beach are only positive. This beach is for relaxing and swimming in the sea. There will be nothing to do here for those who want to party and have fun. So far, of all the beaches we have seen on Koh Phangan, our favorite beaches are Haad Rin and this one.
Thong Nai Pan Noi video
Watch a short video from this interesting beach!
How to get to Thong Nai Pan Noi
Judging by the reviews, many do not go to this beach because they are afraid of bad roads. The information about the broken dirt road has long been outdated. Now a modern asphalt road has already been built to the beaches of Thong Nai Pan. The taxi ride from Thongsala Pier takes about 30-40 minutes. For travel they require 250-300 baht per person. Taxis on Koh Phangan are expensive. Getting there on your bike or car will also not be a problem (see map below).
Despite the fact that we have spent a total of several months on Koh Phangan over the past 4 years, we have only been to the east coast a few times.
Due to its distance from the main infrastructure, this part of the island is more popular with those who come on vacation for a few days than with long-stayers, but from the point of view of a beach holiday it is simply a wonderful area!
There are a couple of wonderful, calm and very picturesque beaches, the sea is clear, with a beautiful turquoise color, which is ideal for both children and adults.
It is here, on Thong Nai Pan Noi beach, that the Panviman Hotel is located,
where we stayed for several days.
You can view all room variations at Panviman Resort, as well as current prices here.
1. Stunning location in terms of uniqueness of nature.
2. Breakfasts with an excellent view.
3. Rooms with sea and sunrise views.
4. Jacuzzi in the rooms.
5. Large infinity pool with picturesque views.
6. Excellent beach, good for swimming. There are villas right on the beach, 2 meters from the sun loungers.
7. Natural viewing platforms right on the hotel grounds.
Our room/villa
We stayed in the Deluxe Jacuzzi Grand room - a large two-story cottage.
There are two identical rooms in this building, with separate entrances from different sides, but we have never seen or heard our neighbors.
When we entered the room, from the first minutes it seemed very spacious to us, and we did not even immediately notice that the door to the bathroom and toilet were not visible.
And only when we looked around, we realized that there was another floor here, where there was a shower, sink, and toilet.
and a spacious hot tub.
The upper room consists of two levels. On a slight elevation there is a huge king size bed - it is so wide that lying on it at the edges, it is impossible to reach each other))
And a couple of steps below there is a soft corner (sofa with armchairs) and a table, and a TV on top.
Another point that we were very pleased with was the huge amount of work space, two whole tables, each of which could easily fit 3-4 people.
However, one of them can be used for tea and fruit purposes :)
As for the interior design, it is at its best here, everything looks very solid and stylish,
and besides, all sorts of pleasant decorations pleasantly delight,
like flowers on the bed and beautifully folded towels =)
But what we liked most about the room was probably the amazing view!
We actually had our own personal observation deck on the terrace,
from which you can admire the azure sea during the day,
and in the morning enjoy the gorgeous sunrises.
In the evening, by the way, the villa is especially beautiful - there is very pleasant lighting inside,
and the area becomes quite atmospheric.
Restaurant
The hotel has several restaurants, we had breakfast at Pan Sea Restaurant
This is a very pleasant place with incredible panoramic views of two beaches at once. The tables in the restaurant are like on the terrace,
and indoors, under fans.
We would love to sit outside, but in the morning the sun shines from the east, so it's too hot there.
The breakfast selection is impressive and quite varied –
a lot of different baked goods,
fruits and yoghurts,
a variety of hot dishes,
and it is also possible to order eggs cooked in various ways,
ranging from simple boiled ones to the signature fried pan - scrambled eggs with bacon, ham and sausages, served in a hot frying pan.
Another restaurant (Pool Desk Bar) is located near the pool, serves European cuisine and is open for lunch.
Its terrace overlooks Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach and the bay, which looks absolutely incredible at lunchtime!
There is also a restaurant on the beach, during the day you can order something from Thai cuisine, and in the evening tables are set up on the sand and a barbecue dinner is prepared.
Territory and pool
The hotel is located on a hilly green headland between two beaches,
The area here is very cozy and picturesque - there are pleasant decorative paths with statues.
and even their own small temple, where hotel employees bring offerings. Since the hotel area is very hilly, and in order to get, for example, from the restaurant to the villa you need to overcome a steep climb, “tuk-tuks” - cars that transport guests - ply around the territory.
The hotel has 3 cascading swimming pools combined into a single system - two very small ones
and one bigger one.
The pools are located in a good location, so the view from them is very spectacular -
palm trees, hills, beach, bay with azure sea, in general - a heavenly picture =)
There are quite a lot of sun loungers near the pool; when we arrived, there were always free places, so there were no problems with where to sit.
There is a small farm at the hotel where they grow organic vegetables - I hope they serve them for breakfast)
Another nice feature of the hotel is the wooden walkways laid over the stones around the cape,
They are very nice to walk along, especially in the morning or evening when it is not too hot outside.
There is also a hotel spa complex located here.
Its distinctive feature is its individual spa villas, overlooking the sea, so you can enjoy not only the procedure, but also the view.
There are several pretty cool observation platforms located on the hotel grounds. Apparently, they were here even before the hotel was founded, and now they are quite easy to get to, there are signs everywhere. One of them overlooks Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach,
and if you walk literally a hundred meters, you can already see Tong Nai Pan Yai
The distance to the viewpoints is not very large, the paths are well equipped, so you can do a light workout before breakfast.
Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach
Panviman Resort is located on Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach.
Here, partly on a stone pedestal, and partly right on the beach, several dozen sun loungers are installed.
The beach itself is quite picturesque - 
not very long (about 500 meters), wide, with a gentle entrance into the water.
In general, from the point of view of a beach holiday, in our opinion, this is one of the best places on the island.
The sea is most often calm, beautiful,
There is a small coral reef not far from the shore, so you can swim and snorkel.
And, of course, palm trees and an eternal blue sky complete the picture of a tropical paradise =)
Summary
Panviman Resort Hotel is an excellent choice for those who not only love good service and convenience, but also appreciate beauty. Comfortable villas on a hill, with stunning panoramic views of the bay, are unlikely to leave anyone indifferent, and the opportunity to enjoy an incredible view not only from the room, but also from the restaurants and pool only adds to the advantages of the hotel.
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The beach is located in the most beautiful bay in the northeast of Koh Phangan. The beach is divided into two parts by a high cliff; there is a beach in the northern bay Thong Nai Pan Noi , on which there are mainly expensive luxury hotels, in another bay, which is crescent-shaped, there is a beach on which there are cheaper hotels. The beaches are surrounded by high mountains, densely covered with tropical vegetation.
A significant advantage of the beaches of Thong Nao Pan is that you can swim there at any time of the year. The ebb and flow of the tides are almost unnoticeable here. Whereas on other beaches, especially in the west of Koh Phangan, there can be significant problems with the sea: sometimes the sea goes so far that swimming becomes completely impossible.
On the beach Thong Nai Pan Noi there is a village of the same name and several good bars and restaurants. The sand on this beach is not as white and fine as on neighboring Tong Nai Pan Yai, but larger and beige.
The sea here is deeper and when there was calm on Thong Nai Pan Yai beach, there were waves on Thong Nai Pan Noi beach. We stopped by this beach the day we rode along the northeastern side of the island on a bike. We didn’t swim, we just stopped by to see the beach, because our main goal was to get to
On the cliff that separates these two beaches, one of the most expensive hotels on the island is located - the Panviman Koh Phangan Hotel. The hotel offers panoramic views of the Gulf of Thailand and the bay. Also on this mountain there is an observation deck (Viw point), which is indicated on all tourist maps of Koh Phangan. But we never found the road to get there.
Thong Nai Beach Pan Yai
The beach is longer and more flat than its twin neighbor. There is no village on the shore, so this beach is even quieter and more deserted than the neighboring beach.
Thong Nai Yai Beach You can get to these beaches along one road that goes through the mountains. From the port of Thong Sala, where we traveled for about 40 minutes by sorengo (minibus). You have to ride your bike very carefully on this road. We managed to fall off the bike just on this road, although before that we had traveled to Samui for more than two months without any problems at all. During the season, you can sail to this beach and take boats from Koh Samui, which depart from the center. Keep in mind that the boat is small and floats for about 2 hours - it can get very seasick.
Many tourists are hesitant to go to the beaches of Thong Nai Pan because they are scared of the road to them. Once upon a time, in 2008, a dirt road led to these beaches, which was severely washed out during the rainy season. Now the whole road is normal asphalt. But still, I advise you to drive very carefully.
This is the road you can take to get to Thong Nai Pan Beach:
On the way to the beaches of Thong Nai Pan we pass the elephant riding area, and then we drive on asphalt 
On the road from Thong Sal to the beaches of Thong Nai Pan Then an excellent asphalt road with good markings begins. But serpentines!
Excellent stretch of road to Thong Nai Pan Beach 
Road to the beach 
A mountain road through the jungle leads to Thong Nai Pan Beach For three days we stayed at the Dreamland Resort on Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach. I already wrote, . We really, really liked this beach :) Finally, I saw the color of the sea, in which I want to swim and not get out of the water, because for some reason there was nothing like it. Thong Nai Pan Yai beach has very fine white sand and a gentle entrance to the sea.
Fine white sand on Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach 
After lunch the tides were low, but it was still comfortable to swim. The water is very clear and warm.
Low tides at Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach 
There are no merchants walking along the beach or offering anything (this is a plus!). You can get a massage on the beach, but there are not many massage parlors. Here is a massage in our hotel (to the right of the restaurant), Thai massage - 300 baht, I did it, I liked it.
Massage at Dreamlend Resort You can rent a kayak (we wanted to, but were lazy) and swim to the nearby Thong Nai Pan Noi beach. You can go diving or boating on the nearby beaches. All this can be organized at any hotel.
There are about 11 hotels along the coast, each with a restaurant and bar, which is a pleasure to visit both during the day and in the evening.
Fire show near this bar in the evening 
The beach is very quiet, there are few people, mostly foreigners, families with children. Although Koh Phangan is considered an island where people come to hang out at the Full Moon Party, we have not met such a crowd of people on Tong Nai Pan Yai beach. There are also very few Rassamans, yogis and other people with informal views on this beach :) At 10 pm life comes to a standstill, with only a few bars playing soft music. And this despite the fact that we were on the islands during the Full Moon Party!
There is a central road along the beach, on which there are several tents with tour services: you can order a taxi, rent a boat, rent a bike, take things to the laundry, change money.
Road along the beach with several shops and various tour services 
In the center of this street is a 7-eleven store where you can buy water and other small items. Everything is slightly overpriced. For example, water on Samui at 7-eleven cost 13-15 baht, on Koh Phangan on other beaches - 15-16 baht, on Thong Nai Pan Yai beach - 18-20 baht. And such inflated prices for everything: fruits (there is almost nowhere to buy them; on one layout we saw mangoes for 100 baht per kg (expensive!) and some green bananas. And that’s all).
In the 7 eleven store - buy water and nuts :) Observation deck
If you drive to the end of the road along Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach and climb up the mountain, you will get to the View Point, which offers a beautiful view of two bays. We were at the lookout in gray weather, before the rain, but still the view of the sea and bays is magnificent!
View from view point of Thong Nai Pan Yai beach 
Thong Nai Pan beach and mountains around. The beauty is unreal! 
In the jungle near View Point There are several villas near View Point, so if you want to live here for a long time, no problem.
Villas on the mountain with magnificent views of Thong Nai Pan Beach 
Contacts for those who want to buy or rent one of these villas Conclusion
Beach Thong Nai Pan Yai Suitable for nature lovers, families with children and those who come for a romantic holiday. I don’t know how suitable this beach is for long-term stays, because prices there are more expensive than in other places on Koh Phangan and the Tesco, Big C, and Macro stores are not very close.
For me, this is one of the few beaches in Thailand where I want to return!
Video
Enjoy the video clip of Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach:
