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[Kim Jong Jordan]

Specifically, ones in the Phuket area as well as well as Koh Samui, Koh Phi Phi and Koh Phangan. This is where I'm going for 2 weeks in August and I was wondering if anybody had any recommendations or experiences they'd like to share. I want places that are on the beach, not too expensive, and just all round cool in your opinion. I've never been before and I've been looking around on the net at different places but thought it would be nice to get some word of mouth. Should I reserve in advance? Thanks...

[kat2]

Do you want somewhere totally deserted (i.e. lonely without a travel budddy) OR decent social life OR full moon party crazy ass Haad Rin? Do you like to dive, lay on the beach, swim, kayak, etc? Budget?

[hogwonguy1979]

I got a couple of places on chaweng beach, they are both going to be around 1500 baht/nite as Aug is high season.

First one is OP Bungalow, northern end of the beach, going to be empty this time of year as there is virtually no water at that end, nice gardens, run by nice people

Second one is down near the sharp curve in the beach, P&P Resort, owned by the same people who run OP. A little nicer and it has a pool plus you can actually swim not far from there.

I may be at P&P around that time after spending time in Myanmar

[SeoulShakin]

Along the same topic, I would also like to have some info on Thai Bungalows. I will have 3 weeks in August, and will be starting on Koh Samui, and doing some island hopping, country touring until I am eventually back in Bangkok for a bit before coming back here. I was told that the Samui side is less rainy than the Phuket side during August, so I'd probably rather stay on that side. I am going as cheap as possible, and would prefer beach front. I'd like to be able to swim, snorkel, kayak, etc. I don't need completely deserted beaches, but crowded to the point of not being able to find a spot to sit isn't desireable either. Any tips?

[hogwonguy1979]

[tiger fancini]

In Ko Samui, I can thoroughly recommend the Samui Mermaid resort. It's in Bangrak, within walking distance of Big Buddha, and the ferry pier. Nice and quiet, but easy enough to rent a motorbike and go somewhere a little more lively if thats your scene. I was paying 400 baht a night a few weeks ago, as it was low season. I think high season price was 800. Each bungalow has a big ceiling fan, cable tv, gets cleaned every day and are nice and clean anyway. The place also has a swimming pool. I loved it there!

[hogwonguy1979]

[tiger fancini]

The beach was ok, but admittedly not as good as some of the other beaches on the island. However, Choeng Mon and Bophut are only a short ride away, and there's also the swimming pool if you're feeling really lazy. Big Buddha beach is nice for early morning/late afternoon walks, and also has wicked views of Ko Phangan. I don't think the swimming is up to much there, as I never tried it and didn't see anyone else doing it either. Not sure about email.

[Bibbitybop]

Ma Prao Resort on Koh Phi Phi is a good deal.