Koh Lipe is about 2 km long, the Walking Street crosses it in about 20 minutes, and there are no scooter rentals anywhere. Therefore, the choice of accommodation depends on which beach you want right on your doorstep. Pattaya Beach on the south coast is the easiest starting point: the boats dock right there, the Walking Street runs behind it, and most of the resorts with pools are located there. Sunrise Beach on the east coast offers the best swimming and the widest selection of beach bungalows – from rustic to luxurious.

In the north, where Sunrise Beach meets North Point, you'll find the pool villas and a tranquil setting. Sunset Beach and the small coves along the west coast are the quietest, with fewer accommodations and the island's breathtaking starry skies. Below, you'll find each area with the hotels from our records that we recommend, information on the target audiences for each, and some important tips before you book.

Accommodation in Koh Lipe

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Quick selection by traveler type

First visit → Pattaya Beach

This is where the boats dock, behind it begins Walking Street, and the restaurants, dive shops and tourist information stands are just a few minutes' walk away.

Swimming and Families → Sunrise Beach

Soft sand and shallow, calm water, shade under the trees and the longtail boats for snorkeling trips await on the beach.

Couples and honeymoons → the northern end or the southern end of Sunrise

Private pool villas at the northern end or hillside bungalows over the water at the southern end of Sunrise Beach.

Peace and sunsets → Sunset Beach or the West Coast

Fewer hotels, fewer people, and the sunset over the water, while Walking Street is still within easy walking distance.

Divers → a resort with its own diving center

The Castaway and Satun Dive Resort at Sunrise Beach and the Sanom Beach Lipe Resort on the west coast both have their own dive centers.

Tight budget → just a few minutes back from the sand

Lipe offers very few truly affordable rooms, and almost none directly on the beach. The more budget-friendly accommodations are located inland around Walking Street and behind Sunset Beach.

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My hotel selection in each area

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Koh Lipe

  • Akira Lipe Resort 4.6 (1,211 reviews) – Recommended for a beach holiday in Pattaya. Features a pool and kids' club right on the beach where the boats dock. Check prices
  • Ten Moons Lipe Resort 4.8 (562 reviews) – Highly recommended on Sunrise Beach: Beach bungalows right on the most beautiful beach. Book early. Check prices.
  • Irene Pool Villa Resort Koh Lipe 4.5 (208 reviews) Recommended location in the north: Private pool villas for couples seeking tranquility. Check prices
  • Sanom Beach Lipe Resort 4.3 (309 reviews) West Coast recommendation: Simple huts on a small beach with its own dive center. Check prices

    • Comparison of areas on Koh Lipe

    The distances are straight-line distances, measured from the markers on our map. Walking Street connects Pattaya Beach and Sunrise Beach in about 20 minutes; the furthest points are about 45 minutes apart. A motorbike with a sidecar costs about 50 baht per person if you don't want to walk.

    Pattaya Beach, the easiest starting point

    A sheltered bay on the south coast and the island's liveliest beach, lined with resorts, restaurants, and bars, with Walking Street right behind it. During peak season, large boats dock at a platform just off the beach, from where longtail boats ferry guests to the sand. This makes the hotels here the quickest to reach with luggage. The main sources of income are boat traffic and the nightly noise from the beach bars. These hotels consistently receive the highest ratings in our records.

  • 1. Akira Lipe Resort, Pattaya Beach – Family-friendly and comfortable. The most comprehensive beachfront resort with a pool, kids' club, and restaurants, situated on a prime stretch of beach in the west. It is among the island's highest-rated hotels and is within walking distance of the boats and Walking Street. Akira Lipe Resort, 4.6 (1,211 reviews), open 24 hours a day. Directions.
  • 2. Bundhaya Resort, Pattaya Beach – Just steps from the jetty. Beachfront rooms and bungalows with breakfast, restaurant and spa, right by the jetty and the start of Walking Street. The easiest place to get to on the island. Bundhaya Resort 4.3 (952) Directions
  • 3. Sita Beach Resort, western end of Pattaya Beach. Pools on the beach. A beachfront resort with two pools, a whirlpool, a restaurant, and a beach bar at the western end of the bay. SITA BEACH RESORT 4.4 (627) Directions
  • 4. Mali Resort Pattaya Beach, western end of Pattaya Beach: Balinese-style bungalows with private verandas, an open-air restaurant, and complimentary breakfast right on the beach. There is no pool, but it's hardly necessary on this beach. Mali Resort Pattaya Beach 4.2 (621) Open 24 hours daily. Directions

    • Sunrise Beach, for swimming

    The long, white beach on the east coast, with its shallow, gently sloping water, the shade of the trees, and Koh Adang Island across the channel, is the best beach on Lipe for swimming and for young children. It's somewhat sheltered from the wind during the off-season, and longtail boats for snorkeling trips depart from here. The southern end is very close to Walking Street. According to our records, the following hotels are among the highest-rated on this beach.

  • 1. Ten Moons Lipe Resort, at the southern end of Sunrise Beach. The highest-rated accommodation on Lipe. Beachfront bungalows with terraces and ocean views, a restaurant, and a yoga studio. According to our records, it has the highest guest rating of any hotel on the island. Popular with families and couples alike. It's one of the more expensive beachfront options and books up months in advance, even in the off-season, so book as soon as your travel dates are confirmed. Ten Moons Lipe Resort, 4.8 (562 reviews), open 24 hours daily. Directions.
  • 2. Idyllic Concept Resort, south side of Sunrise Beach: A pool on the most beautiful beach. This beachfront resort with an infinity pool, restaurant, and bright rooms invites you to relax between the pool and the sea. Idyllic Concept Resort, 4.5 (1,031 reviews), open 24 hours a day. Directions.
  • 3. Serendipity Resort Koh Lipe, hillside location in the south – views for couples. Wooden bungalows on the hillside above the water, many with views and natural shade, with a restaurant and bar. The stairs to the rooms are steep, so the resort is better suited for couples than for families with small children. Serendipity Resort Koh Lipe 4.6 (630) Getting there
  • 4. Castaway Resort Koh Lipe, Sunrise Beach: Divers and rustic bungalows. Simple beach bungalows, some with shared bathrooms, and an on-site dive center. Young, relaxed crowd. The ideal mid-range choice for solo travelers and divers. Castaway Resort Koh Lipe, 4.4 (1,235 reviews), open daily 7:30 a.m.–11:00 p.m. Directions.
  • 5. Mali Resorts Sunrise Beach, Sunrise Beach: A pool at sunrise. Rooms and suites with private terraces, a pool, and a beachfront restaurant—one of the few hotels on this beach with a pool. Mali Resorts Sunrise Beach, 4.4 (358), Mon.–Wed. 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m., Thu. 7:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m., Fri.–Sun. 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. Directions
  • 6. Kathalee Beach Resort, south side of Sunrise Beach: More affordable rooms in a quiet location. Beachfront rooms with ocean views at a lower price than neighboring hotels, including a shuttle service to Walking Street. The rooms are rated better by guests than the breakfast. Kathalee Beach Resort: 4.0 (234 reviews). Open daily 7:00 AM–8:00 PM. Directions.

    • The North End and North Point, for peace and quiet

    Sunrise Beach merges into North Point to the north, a small beach at the island's tip with calm waters and significantly fewer visitors. It's the quietest stretch of the east coast, lined with pool villas, and the center of Walking Street is about 600–700 meters away.

  • 1. Irene Pool Villa Resort Koh Lipe, North End: Villas with private pools for couples and small groups seeking peace and privacy away from the crowded beaches. Irene Pool Villa Resort Koh Lipe, 4.5 (208) Directions
  • 2. Bulow Casa Grand View Resort, near North Point: Views and a peaceful location. A well-rated resort in the north of the island, close to North Point Beach and away from boat traffic. Bulow Casa Grand View Resort, 4.6 (303) Directions
  • 3. Lipe Beach Resort, northern end of Sunrise Beach: A bamboo bungalow right on the beach. Rustic bamboo bungalows with mosquito nets, a restaurant, bar, and massage services—all directly on the beach. It's the highest-rated hotel on Lipe according to our records and the ideal choice if the beach is more important to you than amenities. Lipe Beach Resort: 4.2 (1,332 reviews) Directions

    • Sunset Beach and the west coast, for sunsets

    Sunset Beach on the northwest coast is smaller and rockier than the main beaches and offers few accommodations and shops, but it boasts the most beautiful starry sky on the island. Further south, about a kilometer from Walking Street, the small coves around Sanom Beach on the west coast form the most secluded corner of the island.

  • 1. Sanom Beach Lipe Resort, Sanom Beach, West Coast. Seclusion and diving. Wooden cabins on a small beach in the quiet west, with a restaurant, bar, and dive center. Sanom Beach Lipe Resort 4.3 (309) Directions
  • 2. The Cliff Lipe, The cliffs above the west coast. A villa with a view. Standard rooms and modern villas on the cliffs, with an open-air restaurant and beach bar – ideal for couples seeking peace and quiet and breathtaking views. The Cliff Lipe 4.4 (397) Directions
  • 3. Good Mood Resort, inland from Sunset Beach: More affordable rooms near the sunset. A simple, casual resort with an outdoor pool, just a short walk from Sunset Beach, making it one of the best value accommodations on the West Coast. Good Mood Resort: 4.2 (62) Open daily 9:00 AM–6:00 PM. Directions

    • Inland, near the pedestrian zone, for a smaller budget

    Lipe is not a cheap island, and the beachfront promenade is the most expensive part. More affordable rooms can be found inland, along and near Walking Street. From there, restaurants, ATMs, and both main beaches are just a few minutes away. The Green Hotel, with its balconies and pool, is one example. It's also quieter in the evenings a little further from the beach, as the beach bars on Pattaya Beach play music later than you might expect on such a small island.

    When to book and what are the opening hours?

    The season on Lipe runs from November to April, the dry months on the Andaman coast. February is the driest month with around 24 mm of rainfall. From December to March, the best beach hotels are fully booked, and the Ten Moons is known for being booked months in advance, so make your reservation as soon as your travel dates are confirmed. It rains from May to October, with September and October being the wettest months with around 350 mm and 336 mm respectively. Boats from Langkawi stop running on October 15th, and at least half of the island's restaurants, bars, and travel agencies close. Check with your hotel before planning your trip to see if they are accepting guests. The route to Hat Yai is navigable year-round.

    Arrival at your hotel

    All routes to Koh Lipe end with a boat trip. During peak season, the larger boats dock off Pattaya Beach, where a longtail boat will take you to the beach for about 50 baht. From there, you'll need to walk, as visitors can't rent scooters and cars are scarce. For luggage, motorbikes with sidecars are a good option; they operate all over the island for about 50 baht per person. Longtail boats also run between the beaches for about 50 baht. Every foreign visitor must also pay a national park fee of 200 baht upon arrival. All routes, including travel times and prices, can be found under "How to Get to Koh Lipe".

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently asked questions about accommodation on Koh Lipe.

    For a first visit, Pattaya Beach is recommended, as this is where the boats dock and Walking Street begins right behind it. Sunrise Beach is ideal for swimming and families. In the north, you'll find pool villas and tranquility, while Sunset Beach or the west coast offer complete seclusion.

    Pattaya Beach is more easily accessible, as it offers boats, restaurants, and most resorts with pools. Sunrise Beach offers better swimming conditions with shallow, calm water and more shade. The two beaches are about a 20-minute walk apart (via Walking Street), so you can stay overnight at one and swim at the other.

    Sunrise Beach is highly recommended for its shallow, calm waters and shade. Ten Moons is especially popular with families. At Pattaya Beach, the Akira Lipe Resort offers a kids' club and a pool. Families with young children should avoid the hillside bungalows with steep stairs.

    The pool villas in the north, such as the Irene Pool Villa Resort, the hillside bungalows of Serendipity at the southern end of Sunrise Beach, or The Cliff on the quiet west coast.

    There are some hotels, but fewer than on most other Thai islands, and very few are directly on the beach. More affordable accommodations are located inland around Walking Street and behind Sunset Beach. During peak season, early booking is recommended if you're on a budget.

    Yes, from December to March, especially for the top-rated beach hotels, which are sometimes booked months in advance. During the off-season, at least half of the restaurants, bars, and travel agencies close. Therefore, check whether your hotel is accepting guests.

    Four days are sufficient for most trips, after the long journey. This includes a snorkeling excursion, a visit to the Koh Adang viewpoint, and a few days at the beach.

    Yes. Walking Street connects Pattaya Beach and Sunrise Beach in about 20 minutes; the two furthest points are about 45 minutes apart. Motorcycle taxis with sidecars cost about 50 baht per person with luggage.

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