Description
Ao Hin Khok is separated from Hat Sai Kaew by a small rocky sea point where a mermaid statue is located. The beach is half the size of Hat Sai Kaew. There are some monk's accommodation along this stretch of sand that have signs asking people to be quiet. It makes for a peaceful spot just past the noise polluted Hat Sai Kaew Beach.
Speaking from experience – this was the first Thai beach I ever stayed on – backpackers will find that it’s well worth walking beyond the mermaid statues at the end of Sai Kaew and making Ao Hin Khok your beach of choice on Koh Samet.
Although it’s only a few minutes walk on from Sai Kaew, it feels a lot further than that in terms of its atmosphere and offers a more laid back beach experience. The alluring blue sea complements the squeaky white sand, while the trees that line the fringe provide welcome relief from the sun if it gets too much.. it’s a match made in heaven.
Hanging out on Ao Hin Khok
Backpackers and travellers love this beach and you’ll find them here relaxing in hammocks, reading books, strumming guitars and listening to soulful tunes as days drift effortlessly into nights. Relaxing in the clear and soothing waters of the bay is another popular past-time of visitors here with views stretching down the coast and back up along the entirety of Sai Kaew beach to the left.
Bungalow options
As you’d expect, a beach that’s popular with backpackers will have bungalows that are more aligned to a more modest budget. Set back from the beach, you have a few choices on Ao Hin Khok.
Address
Koh Samet
Thailand
Lat: 12.565582275 - Lng: 101.460456848
