Lonely Beach or White Sand Beach
Well nowadays the question Lonely Beach or White Sand Beach is pretty simple to answer.
I made a little table so just have a look and I’m sure your choice will be easy.
| Topic | Lonely Beach | White Sand Beach |
|---|---|---|
| location | south west | north west |
| audience | backpacker, flashpacker, mostly younger people | couples, families, some backpackers |
| beach | 600m, bit rocky at beginning, nice at the end | over 2 km, very beautiful |
| budget | cheap to medium
accommodation from 400 Baht, Ø 800 Baht meal from 50 Baht |
medium to high
accommodation from 600 Baht, Ø 1.200 Baht. meal from 80 Baht |
| variety of accommodation and restaurants | anything from cheap dorm to fancy resort, but limited number
anything from thai cuisine over western food, but still limited in choice and number |
biggest variety of accommodation and food places on the island |
| bars, party and loudness | good amount of bars, some party places, noisy at night | many bars, few party places, more quiet |
| business | some mini marts, few shops, massage places, scooter renting, one pharmacy, no 7 Eleven | biggest choice of business of all kind on the island |
| street night/food market | no | yes |
I hope this makes your choice Lonely Beach or White Sands Beach easier!
All in all: If you are a younger backpacker or maybe solo traveler that wants to party at some nights and wish for cheap accommodation and food, Lonely Beach is your place! If you have a bit more budget, traveling with family or friends and want a big nice beach, a large variety of food and shops and want to party just once in a while, White Sands Beach is your choice!
If you have specific questions about both beaches don’t hesitate to contact me. I will give you my advice and update this site with the info.