Palita LodgevsPhangan Chai Hotel
Both properties are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Palita Lodge ranks slightly higher than Phangan Chai Hotel. Palita Lodge scores 76 with accolades from 2 reviews including Oyster, Lonely Planet.
Palita Lodge
 Oyster
 Lonely Planet
119 Moo 6, Hadd Rin Beach, Bantai, Koh Phangan 84280, Thailand
From $40/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 
Mid-Range
 "The 39-room Palita Lodge is a mid-range option with a beautiful garden setting right on Haad Rin Beach." Full review
 "Smack in the heart of the action, family-run Palita is notable for its welcoming service." Full review
Phangan Chai Hotel
 Rough Guide
 Lonely Planet
44/65 Moo 1, Thongsala, Koh Phangan 84280, Thailand
From $0/night
- Free Internet
 - Laundry Service
 - Restaurant
 - Pool
 - Air Conditioning
 - Refrigerator
 
 "If you really need to stay in Thong Sala, head for this incongruous white high-rise overshadowing the piers." 
 "Think ‘Soviet tenement meets tropical holiday’...at the Thong Sala pier. ... The convenient location is the hotel’s best feature." 
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You’ll need some cab fare to find a swimmable beach.