Plai Laem
Temples, quiet bays and sunset views on the island's northeast tip.
Who it suits
Couples and retirees who want calm without being far from things.
Who it doesn't suit
Walkers. There is no real centre to stroll to.
Typical rent
25k to 70k THB for a villa
Where it is
The peninsula at the northeast tip, north of Choeng Mon and Bang Rak.
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Beaches and swimming
Plai Laem bays
Small rocky bays, better for views than swimming
Daily life
- Temples and viewpoints
- Nearest shops in Bang Rak, 5 minutes by scooter
Getting around
Scooter or car.
Airport
About 8 min by car
Chaweng
About 15 min by car
Fisherman's Village
About 10 min by car
- Big Buddha Pier: Lomprayah, Songserm → Koh Phangan, Koh Tao
Internet
Fibre from AIS and True reaches most of this area. Ask the agency which provider reaches the house and what speed current tenants get.
Highlights nearby
Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai)
The 12 metre golden Buddha on its own little island.
Wat Plai Laem
Colourful temple with a giant laughing Buddha and Guanyin statue.
The honest version
- Very peaceful
- Wat Plai Laem and Big Buddha next door
- Close to airport and Choeng Mon beach
- Few shops or restaurants
- You need wheels
- Some plane noise
Good to know
- Sunset spots face west over Bang Rak bay
Last updated October 2026
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