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Haad Rin
Sun beach
Good for Relax
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Sun beach is located on the Gulf of Thailand (part of South China Sea) and it is in the 69th place out of 95 beaches in the Surat Thani region 100.6 km away from its center, the city of Surat Thani. It is one of the beaches of Ban Hat Rin settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
A significant part of the beach has a restricted access. The beach facilities are only available to hotel guests. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Haad Rin, which has a rating of 8.7.
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+31
oC
+29
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3.6
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+32
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Sun beach is located in Surat Thani within Ban Hat Rin, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Ko Pha Ngan island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
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Excellent location! Lots of inspiring beaches and accommodation options nearby.
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Ban Hat Rin
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620m from center
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Ban Hat Rin
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1km from center
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500m
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Located at nearest locality
Ban Hat Rin
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340m from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 8 (Very good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
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Ban Hat Rin 1.7 km
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There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Sun beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Sun beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Sun beach?
The coastline of Sun beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Sun beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Sun beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
Is the Sun beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.
Sun beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Sun beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is partly a hotel beach, part of the territory belongs to the hotel, and the rest of the beach is open to everyone. Only hotel guests have access to the entire infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Sun beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Sun beach?
The bar is located right on the Sun beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.SEASIDE SUNSET bar (Haad Rin West) is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Sun beach?
There are 942 places to stay in the Sun beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Sun beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Sun beach from parking?
The Sun beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Sun beach?
There are 1 attractions near Sun beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Haad Wai Nam located in 2.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Sun beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Sun beach is May. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in May, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 27°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Sun beach (Ko Pha Ngan island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Sun beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.
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