A beautiful long white sand beach fringed by a vibrant coral reef,
just north of Had Chao Phao on the western part of the island. The
beach has been popular for some time and is well developed with both
budget and high-end accommodation and a wide selection of bars and
restaurants.
Had Yao is a good base from which to explore the surrounding
beaches, check out the marine-life in the coral reef that stretches
along much of the west coast, or go inland to Laem Son lake and Wang
Sai waterfall.
Nightspots: There are plenty of cool bars on the beach itself, and
the large Eagle Pub built into the rocks at the Southern end is a good
spot to hang out with a well-stocked bar, tasty steaks on the menu and
DJs getting the party going later on. Slightly further afield, the Hin
Kong Club is a huge well-established palace of fun.
Places to stay: There are still some real island-style thatched huts
for very low rates available on Had Yao. For something mid-priced Dream
Hill Resort, just 5 minutes off the beach, is a small family-run
bungalow resort with lovely little wooden chalets perched on a hill
overlooking the bay.
