Koh Tao’s Buzzing Party Beach
Sairee Beach is Koh Tao’s signature strip of sand, stretching for 1.7 km along the middle of the island’s west coast. If you like to party, this is the place to be.
Dive shops, bars and restaurants line the road behind the beach, as well as the beach itself. Whilst accommodation has become more evenly spread across the length of the beach over time, the middle part remains party central while the top end is more quiet and picturesque.. with stunning Koh Nang Yuan lying tantalisingly beyond the northern headland.
Things to Do at Sairee Beach
- Party hard, as this is where most of Koh Tao’s best bars and clubs are found
- Base yourself here for convenience, whilst completing your PADI diving course
- Snorkel at the rockier northern and southern ends of the beach
- Head south on a longtail boat for a day of blissful beach-hopping
- Visit nearby Koh Nang Yuan’s stunning trio of sandbar-connected islands (below)
Key Points
- Orientation: West facing (sunset)
- Length: 1.7 km (approx)
- Access: Longtail boat / hike / taxi
- Sand: Soft and white
- Water: Calm and clear
- Must do: Visit Koh Nang Yuan
- Popular hotel: Koh Tao Cabana Resort
- Nearby beach: Jansom Bay
- Distance to Mae Haad Pier: 1 km
Where to Stay on Sairee Beach?
Accommodation options can be found beachfront, behind the beach and up around the northern and southern headlands.
Koh Tao Cabana Resort
- Range – mid to upper-mid
- Location – northern beachfront and headland
- Accommodation – cottages, villas
- Facilities – restaurant, bar, swimming pool
Ban’s Diving Resort
- Range – mid to upper-mid
- Location – behind beach and back into hill
- Accommodation – rooms, suites, villas
- Facilities – restaurants, beach bar, swimming pools, diving lessons, gym
In Touch Resort
- Range – mid
- Location – beachfront (southern end)
- Accommodation – studios
- Facilities – restaurant, swimming pool
Who Should Stay at Sairee Beach?
This beach will suit those who –
- Like to party and don’t mind a lot of buzz and noise throughout the evening and into early morning
- Want to stay at Koh Tao’s main hub, near to all amenities and conveniences
- Want to snorkel, learn to dive or take dive trips from a central base
How to Get to Sairee Beach
Boats arrive at Mae Haad Pier, just south of Sairee Beach. From there, it’s 1 km or so to Sairee Beach by taxi, scooter or on foot.
More Photos of the Beach
