Independent hotels in Bang Po

The island ofSamui  is a wonderful place for a beach holiday. One of the quietest and most romantic spots on the island is Bang Po, a peaceful and stunning golden beach on Samui’s northern coastline. Along this beach is a variety of excellent resorts and hotels, not to mention some delightful restaurants. It’s also just a short drive from Nathon, the island’s capital ‘city’.

There are several exciting things to see and do when holidaying at Bang Po.

There are a number of attractions worth seeing in and around Bang Po. The Magic Garden is about two kilometres south of the Samui capital, and just 25 minutes by car from Bang Po. This impressive park is also known as Secret Buddha Garden, and not only has various sculptures, but also unbeatable views of the surrounding island. Close to Bang Po is Hin Lat Waterfall. Offering a nice natural pool, this waterfall should not be missed.

Not far from the beaches of Bang Po stand plenty of spa options so tourists can afind ways to relax. Most of these rejuvenating spas are found in or around the area’s resorts. Both Vara Spa and Natural Wing are the perfect spots to enjoy a few hours of complete relaxation.

There are several restaurant options along Bang Po’s beachfront, both in and outside the local resorts. Most of the dining establishments serve a mix of seafood and authentic Thai cuisine. However, the more established restaurants in the larger resorts cater for international tastes as well. Most of the restaurants are open for lunch and dinner, and provide beautiful views of the Gulf of Thailand. Nightlife in Bang Po is limited, although Chaweng and Nathon are only a 10 to 20-minute drive away.

There are not very many places to shop in Bang Po, aside from some local neighbourhood retailers selling souvenirs, beach equipment and snacks. In the heart of Nathon, tourists can visit the Nathon Shopping Plaza and a Tesco Lotus supermarket.