Sunset Cove ResortvsLongbay Resort
Both properties are highly recommended by writers. Overall, Sunset Cove Resort is preferred by most reviewers compared to Longbay Resort. Sunset Cove Resort ranks #18 in Koh Phangan with positive reviews from 3 publications such as Lonely Planet, Oyster and DK Eyewitness.
Sunset Cove Resort
 Lonely Planet
 DK Eyewitness
 Oyster
Ao Chao Pao Beach, Koh Phangan, Thailand
From $0/night
- Free Internet
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Restaurant
 - Pool
 - Multilingual
 
 "There’s a feeling of Zen symmetry among the forested assortment of boutique bungalows. ... The beachside abodes are particularly elegant." 
 "This boutique hotel might be a bit too small to be called a resort, but it is nonetheless the nicest place on Hat Chao Phrao." 
Budget
 "The 26-room Sunset Cove Resort is a two-and-a-half-pearl option situated in a quiet jungle setting right on the beach." Full review
Longbay Resort
 Frommer's
 Rough Guide
 Oyster
58 / 5 Moo 8, Haad Yao Beach, Koh Phangan 84280, Thailand
From $21/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
 "This great family resort sits in the middle of Had Yao beach; its free-form pool has been designed so that there's a children's area, too." Full review
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Families should ask for an extra bed or try the VIP suite that has more space.
 "Hat Yao’s nicest upmarket spot boasts a long stretch of beach and spacious gardens towards the north end of the bay. Choose between small but smart bungalows and a range of large cottages." 
Mid-Range
 "Longbay Resort is a boutique mid-range property located along Koh Phangan's peaceful northwest coast, on the white sands of Haad Yao Bay." Full review