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The Sanctuary ThailandvsShiralea Island Resort
Both hotels are recommended by professionals. On balance, The Sanctuary Thailand scores significantly higher than Shiralea Backpackers Resort. The Sanctuary Thailand comes in at 83 with positive reviews from 4 sources including Lonely Planet, Oyster and DK Eyewitness.
The Sanctuary Thailand
Lonely Planet
DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Oyster
Had Tien Bay, Koh Phangan, Thailand
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"If you’re looking for Alex Garland’s mythical beach, this is about as close as it gets."
DK Eyewitness "Yoga, massage, meditation, fasting, and colonic irrigation are all offered here, although some guests come here just to escape from the parties and bustle that Ko Phangan is renowned for."
Rough Guide "The main operation on Hat Thian offers a huge range of basic and luxury en-suite bungalows and
family houses, as well as dorm accommodation (B200–
300), kayaking and good vegetarian..."
OysterMid-Range
"The Sanctuary Island Resort is dedicated to wellness, and offers several packages and programs that incorporate yoga, detox cleansing and fasting, natural-healing therapies, and meditation." Full review
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To encourage guest interaction, the resort requests that guests refrain from using electronic devices during dinner and throughout the evening.
Shiralea Island Resort Rough Guide Lonely Planet
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
