As of November 1st 2021, fully vaccinated travellers can now enter parts of Thailand without quarantine.
For fully vaccinated tourists, you will be able to stay in the accommodation of your choice.
For those who are not fully vaccinated, you will most likely have to come through Bangkok quarantine as before but it could be for less time than the 14-days.
Those who are travelling with unvaccinated children may still have to quarantine for a shorter time at a SHA+ Hotel on Koh Phangan for 10 or 7 days. There are also SHA+ Hotels on Koh Samui.
You should check your own personal situation with the Embassy when booking travel.
Unfortunately during the pandemic many hotels, resorts and hostels have permanently had to close their doors, so where can you stay on Koh Phangan if coming for the high season?
Here is a list of open hotels and resorts, sorted by area of the island;
Haad Rin
A friendly family run Hotel/resort with the majority of staff speaking good English. They are located right on the beach with a fabulous pool, good food and drinks all at normal bar prices.
Cocohut Resort is on Leela beach, one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, and it’s five minutes walk from Had Rin beach. They provide a variety of accommodations. With a nice private beach, you can really relax and enjoy the breeze.
You are minutes from the famous Full Moon Party location on the beach, which is located near Haad Rin. Have a tan, go scuba diving, or get a soothing massage on your days off. On-site, a tour desk can assist in planning both land and sea trips. Despite the resort’s remote location from the main town, visitors can expect to have access to all contemporary amenities throughout their stay. The hotel is designed to fit in with the natural surroundings, and all rooms have free wireless Internet access.
The Cabin Beach Resort is situated in the lively village of Haad Rin, site of the renowned Full Moon Party, on the beautiful, secluded Leela Beach. Explore the surrounding hip stores and great events before setting sail from the local pier, which is just a few minutes away. At the magnificent beachfront resort on Koh Phangan, you can live the island life to the utmost.
At Phangan Bayshore Resort you can relax by an outdoor pool or hit the private sandy beach where you can enjoy swimming in the crystal clear blue sea.
Sunrise Resort is conveniently located right on Haad Rin beach, known for the Full Moon Party each month. There are many room options including beachfront.
Moonstone Studio is an exclusive refuge for resting, enjoying beach life, as well as fun and nightlife. It is surrounded by palm trees, has a wonderful perspective of Koh Samui, and has a gorgeous sea vista.
Baan Tai
When visiting Koh Phangan, you'll feel right at home at SeaEsta Beach, which provides excellent service and superb accommodations.
Milky Bay is nestled amid magnificent lush gardens under a clear tropical sky, facing the peaceful inviting ocean and flowing into a smooth milky beach. You may sip sunset cocktails, experience the delicious tastes of Thai cuisine and hearty Italian meals, or partake in a beachside Thai-style barbeque with fresh seafood. Keep yourself occupied with the resort's many activities, cool down with a dip in the pool after a day of adventure and memorable pictures, or unwind with a massage and herbal steam. If you're looking for leisure and serenity, or a vacation packed with activity, Milky Bay has it all.
Chantaramas Resort & Spa is influenced by Thai architecture and design, as well as island culture and memories of a childhood spent on the island. This low-density development's 46 rooms and 5 villas are thoughtfully carved into the gradually sloping landscape around a central lawn. The villas are surrounded by thick tropical vegetation, and tropical gardens cover more than half of the property, providing a magnificent natural retreat with a delectable feeling of solitude.
Tailor-made for people whose style is important, Le Divine Comedie is a truly handmade Boutique Hotel and a perfect choice for guests looking for personality and inspiration into the world of travel.
Sarana Bungalows is located along the beautiful beach in Baan Tai, Koh Phangan.
Chill out in the beachside Bungalows or in the ocean view infinity pool sipping cocktails until the sunsets.
Thong Sala
This beachfront resort is located on Thong Sala Beach, just 800 meters from the pier and a short walk from town. Spend your days relaxing on the beach, swimming, diving, fishing, hiking, or having beach massages. The resort can assist with trip planning and provides visitors with seasonal water sports.
Located in a lovely garden of shaded coconut trees on Ban Tai beach, only 5 minutes via taxi from Thong Sala's main town and 20 minutes from Haad Rin. The long, palm-fringed beach is an ideal location for sunbathing, watching the sunset, and taking in the views of neighbouring Koh Samui.
Bungalows on Thongsala beach, clean, comfortable rooms, close to the market and the pier.
The location is within walking distance of the market and the location simply cannot be beaten. Excellent value for money.
Sri Thanu
Phangan Cove is a lovely resort in Sri Thanu on the island's beautiful west side. There, you may experience beautiful golden sand beaches, excellent accommodations and service, as well as the renowned food of owner Eiu!
Loyfa Natural Resort is the new meaning of serenity and relaxation, located in a peaceful, private bay on the west of the tropical Thai island of Koh Phangan. The Villas are strategically positioned in natural settings to provide total solitude. The one-of-a-kind private beach, with its gleaming white sand, ensures that you may relax and enjoy your island paradise in solitude.
On the most beautiful Happy Beach where the owners are very friendly and take very good care of the property and the beach.
A unique natural home that is available for rent. It is down a footpath nestled in tropical gardens with a beautiful sea view.
This is the place to go if you're searching for a peaceful, family-friendly resort on Koh Phangan's lovely west side. Sri Thanu town, located just 8 kilometres from Thongsala's main town, is renowned for its health-conscious and retreat area. Every evening, dine at the top-rated Belgian Beer Bar restaurant and watch the sunset.
Discover Zee Luxury Boutique Hotel, tucked away in the quiet Hin Kong beach region, surrounded by thick greenery and offering an exquisite retreat with a combination of elegance and style, contemporary architecture, and Balinese design.
Haad Yao
This resort offers 47 bungalows on a beautiful white beach that has remained mostly undeveloped, creating a picture-perfect isolated enclave. The Haad Son Resort is situated on the beach's northern end, with the middle and southern sections remaining undeveloped. The 3-star resort and its beach are protected from neighbouring beaches by granite slopes, giving visitors the feeling of having their own private bay. The colourful coral reef is located around 70 meters from the beach and is ideal for scuba diving and snorkelling. Traditional Thai and Western meals are served at the on-site restaurant.
High Life Bungalows are constructed on the edge of a cliff with a spectacular view of Haad Yao Bay on Koh Phangan. From the beach to the resort, there are steps cut into the rock. With its 4 ratings, the bungalows are perfect for a beach vacation; you will be treated like family when you visit since the staff is extremely pleasant and helpful.
Seaboard Bungalows are located directly at one of the most beautiful beaches of Koh Phangan. The resort is found on the beachfront at Haad Yao Bay on the western sunset coast of Koh Phangan. The beach is wide enough to enjoy lots of sports activities in front of great sunset views, coral reefs and really beautiful vistas. The accommodation at Seaboard Bungalows is spacious and affordable with each aircon bungalow enjoying a view of the sea.
Cookies Salad Resort offers a lovely Bali style house, bungalows and studios with stunning views of Haad Salad Bay for a short or long stay on Koh Phangan Island
Accommodation located on a beautiful and quiet area, the west coast of Koh Phangan where you can see panoramic of sea view and sunset view
Chaloklum
This elegant and contemporary hotel is located on the seashore at the foot of the island's vegetation, encircled by a mountain chain. Ten of the twelve rooms include a hot tub, and all offer a complete variety of contemporary conveniences, including high-speed internet access and in-room dining.
The VIVA on the Beach Hotel is situated in the heart of the village of Chaloklum, on a bay of stunning white sand. Relax and enjoy the fine cuisine at the restaurant. They offer typical Thai dishes and every Saturday also organize a BBQ with a fantastic selection of fresh fish, seafood or meat and a complimentary salad buffet.
Namreka Sanctuary is a newly opened wellness resort located at Chaloklum beach of Koh Phangan, It is a private and exclusive beachfront with a wellness spa, herbal steam sauna, yoga shala.
Individual bungalows provide lodging, which, although modest, are located directly on the beach and provide a variety of water activities such as fishing, diving, and kite surfing. The on-site motorcycle rental facility allows guests to easily explore the remainder of the island, from the beaches to the towns.
Silan Residence is a new self-contained beachfront holiday homes in Chaloklum Village, Koh Phangan. The residence is perfect for a family getaway with an island authenticity. The location is easily accessed to the island's most beautiful and remote beaches.
Thong Nai Pan
9 rooms boutique Beach front resort, restaurant, pizzeria and beach cafe, in the middle of Thongnaipan Noi Beach - Unique and design beach resort, delicious food, great pizza in town and coffee.
Situated on Thong Nai Pan Noi, the beautiful and exclusive beach. Contemporary modern design goes seamlessly with Thai inspired furniture. Each apartment offers much more than normal hotel accommodation and facilities; providing privacy and seclusion.
The magnificent suites and villas at Anantara Rasananda provide an atmosphere of exclusive and refined elegance that distinguishes them from other Koh Phangan resorts, the perfect beach retreat where romantic barefoot grandeur characterizes the tropical experience.
The resort offers a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere with views of the mountains and the pristine beach. This tropical-themed hideaway offers a quiet and peaceful setting, yet it isn't too far away from the renowned Full Moon Parties, thanks to its ideal position on one of the island's most beautiful beaches. Havana Beach Resort is in a fantastic position, offering the best of both worlds: a pristine beach, serene surroundings, and a bustling party scene only 30 minutes away by a vehicle.
Pen's Bungalow is a seaside resort located at Thong Nai Pan Yai beach in Koh Phangan and is a perfect place for relaxation. Chilling, sunbathing or reading on the beach is a must.
Suansawan Ocean View
Villas with beautiful ocean views.
* Please note that this list is subject to change at any moment due to the pandemic situation