Shiralea Island ResortvsCoral Bay Resort
Both Shiralea Backpackers Resort and Coral Bay Resort are endorsed by travel writers. On balance, Coral Bay Resort is the choice of most reviewers compared to Shiralea Backpackers Resort. Coral Bay Resort comes in at #26 in Koh Phangan with endorsements from 2 sources like Rough Guide, Lonely Planet.
Shiralea Island Resort
58/18 Moo 8, Haad Yao, Koh Phangan, Thailand
From $21/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
Rough Guide
"On a broad, grassy bank beneath coconut trees behind the north end of the beach, the spacious, very attractive thatched bungalows here all come with hot water."
Lonely Planet
"Although this batch of...poolside bungalows is not right on the beach (about 100m away), you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better deal on the island." Full review
Coral Bay Resort
113/5 Moo 7, Haad Khom Beach, Koh Phangan 84280, Thailand
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Beach
Lonely Planet
"Perched on a small promontory separating Chaloklum from Hat Khom, Coral Bay’s seemingly secluded selection of classic backpacker digs can be easily accessed by road or water taxi."
Rough Guide
"Friendly, laidback outfit with plenty of space and great views on the grassy, flower-strewn promontory dividing Hat Khom from Ao Chaloaklam."