White Sand Beach on Koh Chang Island is famous among tourists for its excellent infrastructure and affordable accommodation. If you love outdoor activities and raucous parties, White Sand Beach is perfect for you.
General information about White Sand Beach
White Sand Beach is 3 kilometers of pure white sand along the surf line on the east coast of Chang. The beach is about 30 meters wide.
Beach area
Symbolically, White Sand Beach is divided into two parts:
- South is built up with luxury hotels, and a road runs along the beach line. This is where the most vacationers on all of Koh Chang are. You can access the sea through one of the hotels.
- North part is more modest, the coast is more rocky, and the entrance to the sea is steep. There are far fewer vacationers here. There are only two inexpensive hotels with bars at the end of the beach (Independant Bo and Rock Sand Resort), and it's only a short walk along the shore.
The sea and the beach
The sea here is quite shallow, especially at low tide. The entrance to the water is gentle, which is very convenient for vacationers with small children. There are few trees on White Sand, so you'll need to rent a sun lounger and umbrella.
Entertainment
- There are no water rides at all at White Sand beach as it is a protected area.
- But you can rent a kayak for 100 THB and explore the nearby island.
- Surfboards, inflatable laps, and mattresses can also be rented.
White Sand Beach Lodging
White Sand Beach has accommodation to suit all tastes. There are both small beach bungalows starting from 1000 THB per night and beautiful spa hotels with swimming pools and developed infrastructure.
If you don't want to stay directly on the beach and need a more budget-friendly option, you can rent a guesthouse starting from 400 THB on the road from Main Road to the mountains.
Here's an overview of accommodation options in the north and south of White Sand Beach:
North End of the Beach
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White Sand Beach Resort
is the northernmost hotel on White Sand Beach. The terrain here is mountainous, with jungle right up to your doorstep. Access to White Sand Beach Resort is challenging by car or motorcycle due to steep and cliffy roads. However, you can walk to the beach and the nearest stores in 7-10 minutes (300-400 meters).
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Hotel
Rock Sand
is right on the beach and offers rooms with delightful island panoramas.
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The Independendent BO and Pen's bungalows are a bit further south. These are small wooden houses available for 1500-2000 THB per night.
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The
KC Grande Resort & Spa
is excellent for a relaxing family vacation. It is located beachfront and features an outdoor pool right on the beach.
South of the Beach
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Koh Chang Lagoon Resort
and
Mac Resort Hotel
are luxury four-star hotels located in the central part of White Sand Beach, closest to the entertainment venues. They also have bars, restaurants, and two swimming pools on-site.
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Tantawan, Apple, Bamboo bungalows are budget-friendly bungalows near the sea, with rooms starting from 1000 THB.
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The
Alina Grande Hotel & Resort
offers accommodation in cottages on the first line and in a building on the other side of the street, with rooms available from 800 THB per night.
Infrastructure
White Sand Beach is full of restaurants, bars, and supermarkets to suit every taste. Along the road, you can find travel agencies, massage parlors, currency exchange offices, and pharmacies.
Shops
There are several 7-Eleven stores, souvenir shops, and even clothing and shoe stores near White Sand Beach.
On the road to Klong Prao, you'll find Macro and Tesco hypermarkets where you can shop for groceries and household items at affordable prices.
Night Market
After sunset, an evening market with food stalls opens up by the roadside near Kacha Resort. Here you can sample traditional Thai delicacies, including fried insects.
Prices for some popular dishes:
- Pad Thai (noodles with egg and seafood) - from 50 THB
- Fried rice with chicken and spices - from 50 THB
- Papaya salad - from 40 THB
- Fried bananas with chocolate - from 20 THB
- Fruit shakes - from 30 THB
Bars and Restaurants
For nightlife enthusiasts, there are discos and lively parties with live music right on the beach in the evening.
Here are some of the most popular venues:
- Sabay Bar - located right on the beach and known for its impressive firework shows.
- Restaurant 15 Palm - a chic restaurant with a view of the surf, offering a high-end dining experience.
- The White Elephant - an establishment with a wide selection of European dishes and delicious draught beer, creating a relaxed atmosphere.
- Restaurant Pizzeria Casa Mia - serving delicious pizza and other Italian dishes.
How to get to Koh Chang's White Sand Beach area
The beach is located on the west coast of Koh Chang, very close to the ferry crossing. It's only a 15-minute drive from Sapparot Pier. You can find songteos running to the beach for 50 THB.
All the hotels are situated along the road, and if you provide the driver with the name of your hotel, they will stop at the right place.
White Sand Beach with its azure sea, white sands, and tropical surroundings is sure to captivate anyone. It's a perfect destination for those who enjoy being in the center of the action.
