Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

Leela Beach is a white sand beach on the west side of the Haad Rin peninsula, at the southern tip of Koh Phangan, about a 10-minute walk from Haad Rin Nok, the beach of the Full Moon Party. Because it faces west, you can enjoy the sunset there, and the water is generally calmer than on the party side.

It's the quieter part of Haad Rin. You reach it through the resorts behind the beach, and on a typical day it's more conducive to swimming, reading, and enjoying the sunset than partying. This makes it the ideal base on the peninsula if you want to be within walking distance of the Full Moon Party and then enjoy a peaceful beach the next morning.

Throughout the peninsula, room rates are significantly higher during the party season, so you should consult the lunar calendar before booking. Ferries to Koh Samui depart from Haad Rin, and you can take a songthaew (shared taxi) over the hill to Thong Sala and the main pier.