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Friends of mira

Our favourite places on the island — where we'd send a friend. Nobody pays to be here.

Distances are from the villas in Wok Tum, by scooter or car unless marked as a walk. Ratings and quotes are from Google.

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Our top picks

Breakfast

Common Grounds

Breakfast with a pool

2.4 km · 5 min★ 4.8 (816)

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Food

Rosy Pizza

Neapolitan pizza, 3 min on foot

190 m · 3 min walk

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Food

Pum Pui

The best Thai food nearby

4.8 km · 10 min★ 4.7 (1,458)

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Food

Satipot

Persian — saffron lamb shank

2.5 km · 5 min★ 4.7 (572)

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Sunset

Alcove

Special dinner on the sand

2.1 km · 4 min★ 4.7 (2,110)

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Sunset

Charlie's

Sunset cocktails on Hin Kong

1.7 km · 3 min★ 4.8 (548)

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Beaches

Haad Yao

Our favourite beach for a swim

6.9 km · 16 min

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Padel

Zen Padel

Covered courts in the jungle

4.1 km · 8 min

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All 28 places at a glance

Breakfast

Food

Sunset

Beaches

Spa & Gym

Padel

Breakfast

Slow mornings

Where we start the day: proper coffee, good bread, unhurried tables.

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Indigo

2.4 km · 4 min

Café & bakery · Srithanu ★ 4.5 (1,644)

A busy, stylish all-day café with one of the longest breakfast menus on the island — eggs every way, smoothie bowls, croissants, dosas and inventive coffees. Our pick when everyone at the table wants something different.

What people say

“Absolutely love this place, we come here almost every day for breakfast and coffee and it's always amazing.”

Jasminka M. · Google review

“The staff are friendly, professional, and incredibly efficient. Service was quick, and everything arrived promptly.”

Yagmur O. · Google review
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Common Grounds

2.4 km · 5 min

Garden café with a pool · Wok Tum ★ 4.8 (816)

Our neighbourhood favourite: a garden café with a swimming pool you can use with your coffee, fresh juices, avocado toast and homemade cakes. Free fruit water at the table, and staff who remember you.

What people say

“My favorite brunch spot. No matter how many cafes I explored, I always come back to this place.”

Kasamar C. · Google review

“The avocado toast, the eggplant, and the cakes are delicious.”

Beltran R. · Google review
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Balance Coffee

2.9 km · 6 min

Specialty coffee · near Thong Sala ★ 4.7 (569)

A calm, purpose-built coffee bar among palm trees, for people who care about the beans: several origins, V60 pour-overs and a very good cold brew. Bring a book.

What people say

“Best specialty coffee shop on the island! Excellent coffee beans, different variety and origin.”

Kitty R. · Google review

“The place is calm and pleasant, perfect for relaxing or having a quiet meeting.”

Wiktoria T. · Google review
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Bubba's Roastery

6.6 km · 15 min

Roastery & garden café · Haad Yao ★ 4.7 (1,314)

The island's working roastery, with a shaded "secret garden" and a long, healthy-leaning menu. Worth the drive for a late breakfast after a swim at Haad Yao — the brioche bun is famous.

What people say

“The brioche bun is probably one of the best on the island. The coffee is truly high quality.”

Karina B. · Google review

“A charming boutique atmosphere, yet the prices are very affordable.”

Max S. · Google review
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Food

Dinner tables

Our regular tables, from a three-minute walk to a ten-minute drive.

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Rosy Pizza

190 m · 3 min walk

Neapolitan pizza · Wok Tum

Rosy makes proper Neapolitan pizza by hand, a three-minute walk from the villas. It's simple and unpretentious — order to take away and eat it on the beach, or by your own pool.

What people say

“Best pizza in Koh Phangan. We felt like we are in Napoli.”

Aynur · Google review

“Rosy is really welcoming and her pizzas are artisan.”

Las R. · Google review
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Oyster Bar

350 m · 5 min walk

French seafood & bakery · Wok Tum

French oysters flown in, smoked fish and charcuterie from their own deli — and, a local secret, an excellent breakfast with freshly baked bread. Five minutes on foot.

What people say

“Delicious super fresh oysters from France! Plus great baguettes.”

Jonathan F. · Google review

“This was the best breakfast I had in Thailand! The smoked salmon sandwich was perfect, amazing bread, fresh flavours.”

Thais M. · Google review
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Nena

500 m · 7 min walk

Italian locanda · Wok Tum ★ 4.6 (598)

A warm southern-Italian kitchen with fresh pasta, homemade bread and ricotta. The kind of place you book again before you've finished dessert.

What people say

“Rarely have we eaten such fresh and flavorful noodles. One of the best Italian restaurants, if not the best, on all of Koh Phangan.”

Globetrotter · Google review

“Always fresh, always delicious.”

Shine On · Google review
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El Barrio

2.2 km · 4 min

Mexican · Hin Kong ★ 4.7 (279)

Tacos, alambres and the best michelada on the island, with a lively, low-table vibe and regular parties and Taco Tuesdays.

What people say

“Some of the best Mexican food in all of Thailand and easily one of Koh Phangan's top spots.”

Map My Spots · Google review

“Our favorite Mexican spot on the island. Honestly, the best michelada ever.”

Elizaveta S. · Google review
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Romanzo Tropicale

2.2 km · 4 min

Beachfront Italian · Hin Kong ★ 4.6 (1,039)

Pizza and pasta with your feet almost in the sand, soft lights and a sunset over the Hin Kong sandbank. Book ahead, and bring cash.

What people say

“The atmosphere is hard to beat, beachfront and beautifully decorated with soft light.”

Lior F. · Google review

“We came here twice during our stay as we liked it so much. The vibe was incredible.”

Laura C. · Google review
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Satipot

2.5 km · 5 min

Persian · Srithanu ★ 4.7 (572)

The island's first Persian restaurant, and a surprise: saffron lamb shank, King's Rice and a lovely, relaxed dining room.

What people say

“Extraordinary blend of spices that brought back memories of the best of Persian cuisine. I totally recommend the kings rice.”

Ladan M. · Google review

“The lamb was just insane! Totally recommend.”

Nadav P. · Google review
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Pum Pui

4.8 km · 10 min

Thai · near Srithanu ★ 4.7 (1,458)

Family-run Thai cooking at its best: massaman curry, mango salad and sticky rice, with spice levels made to your taste. Busy for a reason — reserve for groups.

What people say

“Before going, they told us this was the best Thai restaurant in Koh Phangan, and honestly, it delivered.”

Alexander C. · Google review

“Delicious with generous portions. Each dish offers customizable spice levels.”

Shai Y. · Google review
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Sunset

Golden hour

We're on the west coast, so every evening ends with a show. These are the best seats.

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Bluerama

1.6 km · 3 min

Bar with views · hilltop

A hilltop bar with an infinity pool and a sweeping 220° view over the sea and the islands. Our pick for a sunset cocktail — and the Saturday DJ pool party.

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Charlie's

1.7 km · 3 min

Beach bar & tapas · Hin Kong ★ 4.8 (548)

A relaxed, beautifully kept beach bar on Hin Kong: tapas, cocktails and the sunset straight ahead. Acoustic music on Thursday evenings.

What people say

“The restaurant is exceptionally beautiful, with stunning seating and a view that feels almost dreamlike.”

Samer A. · Google review

“This restaurant has an amazing atmosphere, and the food is absolutely delicious.”

Nadtida P. · Google review
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Alcove

2.1 km · 4 min

Restaurant · Hin Kong Bay ★ 4.7 (2,110)

A French-Thai restaurant on the sand of Hin Kong Bay and our pick for a special dinner: seafood, a serious wine list, live music and the sunset in front of you.

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Amsterdam Bar

1.2 km · 3 min

Hilltop sunset bar

An island classic with a laid-back, alternative crowd: a hilltop terrace with a wide view, floor cushions and reggae. Entrance fee; arrive early.

What people say

“Excellent music and atmosphere, the drinks were very good and the sunset was something unique.”

Angel L. · Google review
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Beaches

Salt water

From our closest bay to the snorkelling island in the north-west.

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Hin Kong, Koh Phangan
Hin Kong
Haad Son, Koh Phangan
Haad Son
Haad Yao, Koh Phangan
Haad Yao
Chaloklum, Koh Phangan
Chaloklum
Mae Haad, Koh Phangan
Mae Haad
Koh Ma, Koh Phangan
Koh Ma

Hin Kong

2 km · 4 min

Our closest bay

Quiet and shallow, lined with beach bars, and famous for the sandbar that appears at low tide. Best for a sunset walk and dinner; swim at high tide.

What people say

“A very nice long beach with multiple bars, restaurants. A great place to watch the sunset.”

Mark P. · Google review

“Stunning view, and fun optical illusion of shallow waters at sunset.”

Andrew W. · Google review
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Srithanu Beach

4.1 km · 8 min

Zen Beach · Srithanu

The sociable beach by the yoga village — calm water, coral close to shore and a gentle sunset crowd.

What people say

“Easily one of the most beautiful places to watch the sunset in Koh Phangan.”

Alexander C. · Google review

“Soft white sand and nice water. Coral can be seen not far from the shore, with plenty of life.”

Jas L. · Google review
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Haad Son

5.7 km · 12 min

Secret Beach

A small cove with clear water and rocks to snorkel around — peaceful, photogenic and great for swimming.

What people say

“Beautiful and peaceful, with great photo spots in every corner.”

Berry B. · Google review
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Haad Yao

6.9 km · 16 min

Long beach · west coast

A long stretch of soft white sand with deeper water — the best west-coast beach for a proper swim, and a lovely sunset.

What people say

“Beautiful sand, beautiful sunsets, beautifully maintained. A must visit on this island.”

Mack B. · Google review

“Absolutely beautiful and clean. Such a quiet beach.”

Stanley Y. · Google review
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Chaloklum

9.1 km · 16 min

Fishing village bay · north

A calm northern bay around a working fishing village. Come for grilled seafood and the slow pace.

What people say

“Beautiful beach. Very relaxed and chill.”

Ida-Maria L. · Google review

“Clear water, quiet waves, peaceful place, white and soft sand.”

Luz · Google review
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Malibu Beach

9.8 km · 17 min

Chaloklum Bay

Flour-soft sand, shallow turquoise water and shade from palm trees — perfect for families and long, lazy afternoons.

What people say

“One of the best beaches on the island. The sand is incredibly soft, almost like flour.”

Chris P. · Google review

“It gives original tropical vibes. Great for couples and families as well.”

Maria · Google review
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Mae Haad

10.3 km · 20 min

North-west

A clean, quiet beach with a sandbar out to Koh Ma — some of the best snorkelling right from the shore.

What people say

“Clean, lovely, beautiful and relatively quiet beach.”

Raviv H. · Google review

“Sunset was especially lovely.”

Callista L. · Google review
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Koh Ma

10.5 km · 20 min

Islet & snorkelling

The little island you can walk to across the sandbar at low tide. Coral and fish — bring a mask.

What people say

“Great scenery of small islet connected with sandbar to mainland. Good place for snorkeling.”

Witold G. · Google review

“Clean water and fun for swimming.”

Adi C. · Google review
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Spa & Gym

Body & mind

Train, sweat, plunge, stretch — five minutes away.

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Xantiva

2.7 km · 5 min

Health club · Hin Kong

A beautiful gym with an outdoor area, classes, dry and steam saunas, ice baths and a jacuzzi. The island's fitness crowd meets here.

What people say

“Absolute gem of a place. Amazing gym with sauna, dry and steam, best ice plunge in the island.”

Marco P. · Google review

“Clean, well equipped, easy on the eye. Amazing outdoor area. A dream.”

Vin C. · Google review
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Orion Healing

3.7 km · 7 min

Wellness & yoga · Srithanu

A beachfront wellness centre with yoga shalas, spa treatments, sauna, ice baths and a vegan café — for a reset day.

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Padel

On court

We love the game — and the island has some of Thailand's best courts.

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RTF Padel

1.5 km · 3 min

Padel club · Hin Kong Road

The closest club to Mira: new covered courts, clean facilities, a café and weekly tournaments. Book on Playtomic.

What people say

“Clean courts, clean bathrooms, a lovely atmosphere, and they even serve fresh watermelon after the game.”

Bew N. · Google review

“Amazing new padel club! Great courts, friendly staff, and super fun atmosphere.”

Stylenabee · Google review
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Zen Padel

4.1 km · 8 min

Padel club in the jungle

Covered, well-kept courts surrounded by jungle, friendly owners, coaching and tournaments all the time. Book on Playtomic.

What people say

“The owners are incredibly friendly and create such a welcoming atmosphere.”

Daria Z. · Google review

“One of my favorite courts to play here in Koh Phangan. The courts are great quality.”

Nin C. · Google review
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Oxygen Padel

5.4 km · 10 min

Padel & tennis club

Courts under a roof with fans, high-quality rental rackets, a professional coach and a big, welcoming community.

What people say

“The courts are in excellent shape, and you can rent high-quality rackets. What makes it special is the strong community.”

Richard W. · Google review

“I started playing padel here and absolutely love training with the professional coach.”

Daria L. · Google review
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Opening hours and prices change — check Google Maps before you go. Reviews quoted from Google Maps, October 2026.

Photos: Chaloklum: Davide Dioporto · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons · Golfer70 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons · Haad Son: Renek78 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons · Haad Yao: Renek78 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons · Hin Kong: Christophe95 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons · Koh Ma: Christophe95 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons · Mae Haad: Christophe95 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons · Samson Ssemakadde · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons · Vee Satayamas · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

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