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Thailand Beach Holidays


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A holiday to Thailand wouldn’t be complete without a stay on one or more of its popular and idyllic beaches.

Thailand is known for having some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and with over 2,000 miles of coastline, glistening turquoise waters and endless tropical islands there’s an incredible selection of stunning locations to choose from each offering something a little bit different.

Stay on a remote island for an authentic Thai getaway, enjoy absolute luxury in your own private pool villa in Phuket, explore dazzling coral reefs near Koh Lanta or stay in bustling Chaweng for the best nightlife in Koh Samui. Wherever you decide to stay you can expect luxurious hotels offering unparalleled levels of service and excellent value for money.

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OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS IN THAILAND’S BEACHES

We feature a great range of accommodation in Thailand’s beaches, with something to suit all budgets. Maybe you’re looking for a superb hotel with excellent service and private pool villas in Phuket or a family friendly resort in Koh Samui? Or perhaps it’s a remote hideaway on the island of Koh Phi Phi.

What you won’t find here are thousands of Thailand beach hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Paradee, Koh Samet
5 star

Hidden Gems

Set in an idyllic location on the gorgeous white sands of Koh Samet’s Ao Kiew beach, this fabulous property is the perfect place to get away from it all.
Katathani Phuket Beach Resort
4 plus star

Phuket

Boasting a prime beachfront location on beautiful Kata Noi beach, this expansive resort is set amongst delightful tropical gardens and located within easy reach of the shops, bars and restaurants of Kata, Karon and Patong.
TreeHouse Villas Koh Yao Noi
5 star

Hidden Gems

Located on the same stretch of secluded beach as its sister hotel, Paradise Koh Yao, TreeHouse Villas offers an original and exclusive resort experience.
Anantara Bo Phut Koh Samui Resort
5 star

Koh Samui

Unassuming luxury blends seamlessly with attentive service and authentic Thai charm at this wonderful resort, perfectly encapsulating the spirit of the renowned Anantara brand.
Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas
5 star

Koh Phangnan

Set on the beautiful white sands of Thong Nai Pan Noi, this exclusive resort features just 64 suites and villas, each complete with a private plunge pool.
Zeavola Resort, Koh Phi Phi
4 plus star

Hidden Gems

This intimate resort boasts 53 traditionally decorated suites surrounded by natural jungle and enjoys a fantastic location on the beautiful white sands of Koh Phi Phi’s north coast.

WHERE TO GO

Each of Thailand’s beaches holds its own unique appeal and merits a stay in its own right. Travel between islands is easy and the perfect Thailand holiday could see you combining several.

Head to Koh Samui for the lively nightlife in Chaweng or quieter beach of Choeng Mon, marvel at striking limestone cliffs and gorgeous beaches in Krabi or enjoy the sleepy island of Koh Yao Noi.

Click on the tiles below the Thailand map for more details on each beach destination. Alternatively, if you are looking for some inspiration, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
Thailand Beach Holidays map
Phuket
Phuket offer something for everyone with beautiful scenery, fantastic beaches, wonderful family friendly resorts and lively nightlife.
Koh Samui
This coconut palm fringed island is blessed with stunning beaches and clear waters offering something for everyone from nightlife in Chaweng to a slower pace of life in Mae Nam or Choeng Mon.
Khao Lak
Just over an hour’s drive north of Phuket, Khao Lak enjoys miles of beautiful white sand beaches and a quieter, slower pace of life compared to its southern neighbour.
Koh Phangan & Koh Tao
A short boat ride from Koh Samui, Koh Phangan is renowned for its full moon party in the south.
Krabi
Krabi is becoming increasingly popular as more people discover its beautiful, unspoilt landscape of dramatic limestone cliffs, sandy coral fringed beaches and crystal clear waters.
Hidden Gems
Away from Thailand’s most popular tourist areas lie a spectacular selection of luxury hotels located on remote tropical islands from Koh Lanta, Koh Yao Noi and Koh Samet with just a handful of resorts.
Hua Hin
Located on the beautiful Gulf of Thailand, just a few hours by road from Bangkok, Hua Hin offers a host of excellent shops, bars and restaurants as well as attractive beaches and superb golf courses.
Pattaya
Famed for its vibrant nightlife, golden sand beaches and a wide selection of hotels and resorts, Pattaya provides a multitude of dining and entertainment options and can be reached in just two hours by road from Bangkok.

OUR HOLIDAYS TO THAILAND’S BEACHES

Nobody offers more ways to explore Thailand’s beaches than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Thailand beach holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the button below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Khao Lak, Khao Sok National Park & Krabi
Thailand
Multi Centre Holiday
14 days / 13 nights

Your holiday begins with a stay in tranquil Khao Lak before exploring Khao Sok National Park’s ancient rainforest and elephant sanctuary.

Guide Price: €995 pp

Guide Price: £795 pp

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Bangkok, Phuket & Koh Phi Phi
Thailand
Multi Centre Holiday
14 days / 13 nights

Experience the thrills of one of the world’s most exciting cities before heading south to enjoy two jewels of the Andaman Sea.

Guide Price: €839 pp

Guide Price: £689 pp

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Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Koh Samui with Anantara Hotels & Resorts
Thailand
Multi Centre Holiday
14 days / 13 nights

Experience the best of Thailand with this classic combination of city, culture and beach.

Guide Price: €1,465 pp

Guide Price: £1,229 pp

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Absolute Luxury Bangkok, Phuket & Golden Triangle
Thailand
Multi Centre Holiday
13 days / 12 nights

Experience a selection of Thailand’s most luxurious hotels on this classic journey.

Guide Price: €6,579 pp

Guide Price: £5,635 pp

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Discover Thailand's Gulf Coast Islands
Thailand
Multi Centre Holiday
15 days / 14 nights

White sand beaches, dense jungles and marvellous marine life await on Thailand’s Gulf coast islands.

Guide Price: €1,849 pp

Guide Price: £1,545 pp

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Rail & Beach Luxury Escape, by Eastern & Oriental Express, a Belmond Train
Singapore
Multi Centre Holiday
14 days / 13 nights

Discover the highlights of Singapore and Bangkok, travelling in luxurious style and colonial elegance on one of the world’s great rail journeys.

Guide Price: €8,239 pp

Guide Price: £6,915 pp

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WHAT TO DO IN THAILAND’S BEACHES

As well as long stretches of golden sands, Thailand’s beaches are also home to unforgettable experiences. These provide a unique insight into the culture and natural splendour that sightseeing alone simply can't replace.

One day you might be exploring Phuket by kayak and the next Island hopping around Koh Samui aboard a traditional junk boat. Thailand is famous for its cuisine and a great way to experience this is with an authentic cooking class to learn traditional Thai recipes or on a fascinating street food tour.

Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your Thailand holiday to life.
A Touch of Krabi
5 hours
  • Long-tail Boat Cruise
  • Discover the Mangrove Forest
  • Explore the Krabi Night Market
Island Experience by Junk Boat
8 hours
  • Cruise island to island aboard a traditional junk boat
  • Snorkel off Koh Ma island
  • Relax on Thong Nai Pan beach
Phang Nga by Speedboat
10 hours
  • Picturesque Phang Nga Bay
  • Visit James Bond Island
  • Explore hidden caves by canoe

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT THAILAND'S BEACHES?

November to March is the best time visit western beaches such as Phuket or Krabi when the weather is dry and warm.

Eastern beaches such as Koh Samui or Koh Phangan are driest from January to September with pleasant temperatures.

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