Green Papaya ResortvsShiralea Island Resort
Both properties are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Green Papaya Resort scores significantly better than Shiralea Backpackers Resort. Green Papaya Resort comes in at #15 in Koh Phangan with approval from 3 sources like Lonely Planet, Frommer's and DK Eyewitness.
Green Papaya Resort
Salad Beach 64/8 Moo 8, Koh Phangan 84280, Thailand
From $45/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Frommer's
"This mellow resort of luxury rustic bungalows is set in gardens and around the beautiful beachside tear-shaped infinity pool." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Set amid a fragrant garden filled with coconut palms and a curved swimming pool, these beautiful bungalows by the beach have polished wooden floors."
Lonely Planet
"With its tranquil, elegant setting, Green Papaya's polished wooden bungalows are a clear, albeit pricey, standout option along the lovely beach at Hat Salad" Full review
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