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Koh Phi Phi guide
The best tips for Koh Phi Phi. Food, bars, diving, hotels.
Where to eat on Koh Phi Phi, which beach bar has the fire show tonight, where your dive boat leaves and which hotel sits right on the sand? Here are the best places on the islands, with location, opening hours and honest tips. The hotels have their own sites here, built around the mood of the place. Tap a front, step inside.
No airport, no road, no cars. Every way in is a boat.
The ferry ties up at Tonsai Pier on the south side of Phi Phi Don. You pay a small cleaning fee at the gate, walk through the gap between the cliffs and stand on Loh Dalum beach one minute later. Shoes off. Welcome.
Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park · feeAdult, foreign visitorCollected on the boat trips to Phi Phi Leh and Bamboo Island. Children ฿200.
฿400
Phuket runs all year. Ferry from Rassada Pier about two hours, speedboat about one.
Krabi and Ao Nang take about two hours by ferry, Railay is on the way.
Koh Lanta runs the boat from November to April only, one hour by ferry, half an hour by speedboat.
Boats leave early and they leave without you. At the pier thirty minutes before.
ATMs exist but the queue is long at noon. bring cash from the mainland.
The sun comes up behind the hills. The bay is glass.
Loh Dalum faces north west, so the first light hits the cliffs across the bay before it reaches the sand. Walk down from the village before seven: the bars are closed, the kayaks are still stacked, the water is flat. Fifteen minutes in before anyone has switched on a coffee machine. Then a kayak to Monkey Beach, or back to bed.
STOP 03 · 09:00Phi Phi Lehone island, no hotels, every boat
Adventure
A wooden longtail, a mask, and the bay from the film.
The classic trip. Twenty minutes from Tonsai to Phi Phi Leh, the empty sister island. Pileh Lagoon, turquoise water between cliffs a hundred metres high. Viking Cave, seen from the boat. Loh Samah for the sharks. Then the boardwalk across to Maya Bay, the beach from The Beach. One hour there, no swimming, and it is still worth it.
Or walk to a tour desk by the pier the evening before and book a private longtail for your group. Half day is Phi Phi Leh, full day adds Bamboo Island. Maya Bay is closed every year from August to September, the boats still go round the island.
Dive slate
Bida Nok
5 to 30 m
walls, soft coral, leopard sharks, the signature dive
Bida Nai
5 to 25 m
the inner pinnacle, barracuda and schooling fish
King Cruiser
12 to 32 m
car ferry sunk in 1997, advanced
Shark Point
10 to 24 m
pinnacle full of soft coral, turtles and leopard sharks
Hin Daeng
20 to 60 m
manta and whale shark country, a long day trip
visibility in high season around 20 m. fun dives and PADI courses leave every morning from Tonsai.
Phi Phi Viewpoint. Two bays like a map under your feet.
The stairs start at the eastern end of Tonsai Village, between the last shops and the hill. Twenty minutes up, steep, in the shade of the trees. Three viewpoints. The second shows you the whole picture, the third shows you the east coast and the islands. Sit until your breath is normal again.
More massage beds than cars. Phi Phi has zero cars.
Walk-in massage shops in every lane of the village, open-air beds on Long Beach. An hour of Thai massage costs what one cocktail costs at home. After that a longtail to Long Beach, a mat in the shade, a swim, and the blacktip sharks at the eastern end if you float quietly.
Slow menu
Thai massage, 60 minabout one cocktail at home
Oil massage, 60 mina little more
Foot massage, 30 minhalf of that
Longtail taxi to Long Beachask at the pier
Swim, float, napfree
prices as the shops write them on their boards. they move a little with the season.
The sun goes down over Loh Dalum. Every single day.
Loh Dalum opens to the north west, so the beach bars on the sand get the whole show: the cliffs turn gold, then violet, then the fire shows start. For a quieter version walk up to Viewpoint 2 at five, or take a longtail to Long Beach and watch Phi Phi Leh go dark. Be there a good half hour before.
sun goes down in--:--the one thing here you set a clock for
STOP 07 · 21:00Tonsai Villageno street, a maze of lanes
Night
Grilled fish on ice, pad thai from a wok, a fire show on the sand. Walk until the music fits.
Tonsai Village is a maze of lanes between the two bays. Seafood barbecue from six, point at the fish and pay by weight. Garlic 1992 for Thai, Papaya for the portions, Efe for Mediterranean. Then Loh Dalum: Slinky, Ibiza House, Carlito's and Stones Bar line the sand, fire shows from nine, buckets until the music stops.
Three postcards. Pick the one you want to wake up in.
Tonsai and Loh Dalum for the bars at your door and the ferry at the end of the lane. Long Beach for the morning swim, the sharks and a longtail ride to dinner. Laem Tong and the north when the money should go into a resort with its own stretch of sand. Every bed opens on Booking.com and Agoda, prices differ by night, open both.
Walk ins work in green season. In high season book ahead, the islands fill up fast. Booking through these links keeps the island sites running and costs you nothing extra.
The islands, written down
Every place on Koh Phi Phi. One list, kept by the island.
The same places as on the map, as text. For people who read, and for Google and the assistants that read for them. Own sites, external sites, booking, the way there.
Thai cooking school attached to Pum Restaurant in Tonsai Village, the island's established cooking class: short lessons or longer courses where you cook several Thai dishes and eat them afterwards, with classes starting at 13:00 (2026 guide). Part of the Pum Thai Food Chain brand that also runs schools in Phuket and Chiang Mai.
Relaxed beach bar and restaurant at the far eastern end of Loh Dalum Bay, just before the viewpoint path. Built around an old boat with longtail boat seats, hammocks, mats and salas, a popular sunset spot with happy hour, Thai curries and Western dishes, and a fire show plus acoustic music most evenings. Open daily about 11 am to 11 pm.
Hidden rock and live music bar in an alley next to Backpacker Bar, one of the oldest bars in Tonsai Village. Live bands most evenings in high season, four pool tables including a big snooker table, two karaoke rooms, floor cushions and a happy hour; open from about 5 pm to 2 am.
Budget resort (formerly Rimlay Cottage) on the beach road at the eastern side of Tonsai Bay, about 10 minutes' walk from the pier and away from the busiest part of the village.
Rustic bamboo and thatch restaurant and bar in Loh Bagao village behind SAii Phi Phi Island Village resort, open daily 10 am to 10 pm. Mostly a place to eat, with garlic prawns, curries and giant shakes at fair prices, plus beers and cocktails.
Small, lively local bar and restaurant in Loh Bagao village with reggae music, cold beer, cocktails and Thai and Western food such as fish pad thai. Open late, roughly 10:00 to 01:00, closed Fridays according to its listing.
Main open air beachfront restaurant of SAii Phi Phi Island Village on Loh Bagao Bay, seating 130. Serves the buffet breakfast and Asian and international dishes for lunch and dinner, with sunset drinks, live music and themed nights; open 6:30 to 23:00.
Beachfront cafe of Phi Phi Holiday Resort at Laem Tong, set on the sand under shady trees. Serves coffee plus Thai and international dishes including pasta, pizza, salads and fresh seafood barbecue.
Coffee shop attached to U Rip Resort on the western stretch of Tonsai Bay, roughly a 10 minute walk west of the pier toward Mama Beach. It serves coffee, cold drinks and simple snacks to guests and passers-by on the beach path.
Small three-star beachfront property with air-conditioned bungalows and rooms and a sea-view pool at Laem Hin, next to Phi Phi Villa Resort on the eastern side of Tonsai Bay. Listed on Booking.com as Andaman Resort; not to be confused with the larger Phi Phi Andaman Beach Resort a few doors east.
Thai restaurant and cafe at 1 Moo 7 on the seafront just east of Tonsai pier, open daily 10:00 to 21:30. It serves Thai staples and seafood all day and is one of the busiest local restaurants on the island.
Small seaside cafe on the western stretch of Tonsai Bay, a short walk west of the pier with access straight from the beach. It serves a mix of Thai and Western dishes such as burgers, smoked salmon and cakes, no pork, and has a small homemade ice cream shop next door.
Hotel in the heart of Tonsai village a few minutes from the pier, across the road from Tonsai Bay beach, with a pool, good-sized rooms and top-floor balconies with views. Its restaurant outside the hotel serves a buffet lunch popular with day-trip groups.
Long-established bakery and breakfast cafe at 125/70 Moo 7 near Tonsai pier, opposite Patcharee Bakery. It sells bread, pastries, wraps and sandwiches to take away and serves Western and Thai breakfasts.
Long-established hotel on the narrowest part of the isthmus at the western end of Tonsai village, a few minutes from the pier, with sea on both sides and a large pool looking over Loh Dalum Bay. Restaurant, beach bar, coffee shop and Thai massage; it has also absorbed the former Phi Phi Marina Resort rooms.
French-style bakery and cafe on the lane near Tonsai pier, across from Phi Phi Bakery. It sells cakes, croissants, baguette sandwiches and coffee and is a popular cheap breakfast stop.
Stylish restaurant at 125/18 Moo 7 in the middle of Tonsai village, open daily 9:30 to 23:00. It serves classic Thai and European dishes, healthy breakfasts, cocktails and a wine list, and is one of the more upscale options in the village.
Open-air restaurant and bar at 110 Moo 7 in Tonsai village, attached to a guesthouse and open daily 9:00 to midnight. Two kitchens cook Thai and Indian food, and there are cocktails and live music in the evening.
Long-running Tonsai Village restaurant in a rustic wooden setting, serving pizza as its specialty alongside Thai and Western dishes, pasta, steak and breakfast. It opens from late breakfast through dinner and counts as one of the village's old-timers.
Mango-themed brunch and dessert cafe in Tonsai village, about two minutes from the pier, open daily 7:00 to 22:00. Founded in 2015, it serves Thai desserts such as mango sticky rice alongside fusion brunch dishes, and has a second branch on Koh Tao.
Italian-run restaurant at 92/7 Moo 7 on Tonsai's main lane toward the pier, open since 2008. It serves wood-fired pizza, handmade pasta, seafood and homemade desserts with an Italian wine list; hours are about 13:00 to 22:30 daily.
Turkish and Mediterranean restaurant at 125 Moo 7 on a side lane east of Tonsai's centre, usually open from late morning or afternoon until about 22:00 to 23:00. It is known for kebabs on sizzling plates, pide, falafel, hummus and vegetarian options.
Long-standing restaurant at 111 Moo 7 in the centre of Tonsai village, open daily 10:00 to 16:00 and 18:30 to 22:30. It serves Thai and European dishes with large portions, including Vienna-style pork schnitzel, Swiss rosti breakfast and ratatouille, and is a meeting point for divers and expats.
Secondhand bookshop with a small cafe in the lanes east of Tonsai's centre, part of the D's Books chain known from Chiang Mai and Pai. It sells and exchanges used books and serves coffee and drinks.
Scandinavian-run restaurant in the centre of Tonsai village, a local favourite for breakfast and brunch with homemade bagels, avocado smash and hangover food. The evening menu mixes Thai, Mexican and Western dishes with cocktails such as espresso martinis.
Unpretentious Thai and Indian restaurant in eastern Tonsai Village near the Reggae Bar, known for spicy curries, pad thai, naan and lassi in large portions at low prices. Address 139/27 Moo 7, open daily 10:00 to 22:30. A second Papaya branch operates nearby.
Calm cafe at 125/48 Moo 7 in the lanes east of Tonsai's centre, open daily 9:00 to 18:00. It serves barista coffee, smoothie bowls and breakfasts with many vegan options, Thai dishes such as pad thai and curries, and a selection of Belgian beers.
Long-running Thai restaurant at 160 Moo 7 in the middle of Tonsai's main lane, open since 1992 with hours of about 11:00 to 23:00. It serves MSG-free Thai dishes and fresh seafood on ice at fair prices and draws a queue most evenings.
Tiny noodle specialist at 155 Moo 7 on a side lane in Tonsai village, open daily 10:30 to 22:00. It serves pad thai and stir-fried noodles with a choice of noodle type and protein, including a vegan option, at some of the lowest prices in town.
Thai and Western restaurant at 125/82 Moo 7 in Tonsai village with a menu of Thai classics and large salads. It is open in 2026 and promotes itself through Instagram.
Well located cafe in central Tonsai Village and one of the island's best people watching spots. Serves coffee, smoothies, breakfast, salads, wraps, pasta, pizza and ice cream, plus cocktails later in the day.
Italian-named restaurant in the eastern lanes of Tonsai village serving a mix of Mediterranean and Turkish dishes, pizza, pasta and Thai food, open through 2026.
Simple beachside eatery in the Urak Lawoi (sea gypsy) village at Laem Tong, next to Sawasdee Restaurant, with a covered upstairs terrace and views towards Mosquito Island. Known for catch of the day seafood, garlic pepper shrimp and panang, massaman and tom yum at low prices; open daily 11:00 to 22:00, dinner reservations advised.
All-day restaurant at 125/102 Moo 7 in Tonsai village, open daily 8:30 to 23:00 from breakfast through dinner. It serves Thai and Western dishes in a casual setting at mid-range island prices.
Small pad thai kitchen in Tonsai Village, cooking the island favourite since 2010. Older guides place it just behind the Phi Phi Island resort buildings in the village.
Minimalist cafe at 125/133 Moo 7 near Tonsai beach with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the sea, open daily 9:00 to 21:00. It is known for coffee, Japanese-style kakigori shaved ice desserts and board games.
Branch of the Thai cafe chain The Coffee Club at 58/08 Moo 7 near Tonsai pier, open since September 2019, daily 7:00 to 19:00. It serves coffee, Thai tea, matcha, smashed avocado toast, cheesecakes and breakfast on an upstairs balcony.
Classic Thai restaurant at 125/114 Moo 7 in Tonsai village, open daily 10:00 to 23:00 without the afternoon break that many island kitchens take. It serves tom yam, curries and stir-fries at local prices.
Lively bistro-style bar and restaurant at 125/68 Moo 7 in Tonsai village, open daily 10:00 to 23:00. It serves Thai curries and stir-fries with vegan options and fruit-based cocktails.
Pad thai stall at 287/30 Moo 7 in the northern part of Tonsai village near Panmanee Hotel, cooking pad thai to order with chicken, prawn or vegetarian options.
Bakery and breakfast cafe at 125/153 Moo 7 near the market in Tonsai village, baking Italian-style breads, baguettes, bagels, sandwiches and cakes to order.
Covered local food market at 58 Moo 7 about three minutes' walk from Tonsai pier, with stalls cooking pad thai, fried rice, curries and grilled seafood at the lowest prices on the island. It is busiest in the evening and most stalls take cash only.
Unfussy Thai seafood restaurant at 27/1 Moo 7 on the junction by the market in Tonsai village, known for panang chicken curry and grilled seafood. Reviews are average but it is cheap and central.
Bar and bistro at 125/61-62 Moo 7 in the centre of Tonsai village, open 9:00 to midnight (to 1:00 at weekends). It serves breakfast, Western and Thai dishes and drinks until late.
Small family run Thai restaurant right next to Phi Phi Holiday Resort at the southern end of Laem Tong, run by the owner and his wife with cliffside sea views. Serves pineapple fried rice, red curry, lemon steamed fish and some Western dishes; open daily 11:00 to 22:00.
Mexican-style bar and grill in the northern part of Tonsai village below the former Banana Bar rooftop, serving tacos, burritos, nachos and grilled dishes. It promotes itself on Instagram as A Little Bananas Phi Phi.
Mid-range hotel at 229 Moo 7 in the centre of the village, about five minutes on foot from Loh Dalum beach. Spacious air-conditioned rooms with seating area, fridge and satellite TV; non-smoking throughout. Convenient for restaurants, shops and the pier.
Breezy upstairs restaurant near PP Casita overlooking Loh Dalum, with a very relaxed pace. Serves a long menu of Thai dishes, noodles, seafood, Chinese, pizza and sandwiches; the Thai dishes are considered the better and cheaper choice.
Cliffside resort about 100 steps above the eastern end of Loh Dalum Bay near the start of the viewpoint trail, with plain but clean rooms, balconies and some of the best views of the bay and Tonsai. Staff carry luggage up and down; breakfast included.
Hillside resort of bungalows with balconies on the headland at the northern end of Loh Dalum Bay, near the start of the viewpoint climb, with a pool and bay views. Rooms are dated and the beach party music reaches the lower rooms; Blue View Divers dive centre is based here.
Rustic hillside Thai restaurant at SAii Phi Phi Island Village on Loh Bagao Bay, built like a traditional Thai home with sea views and only 20 seats. Serves classic Phi Phi Thai dishes such as pomelo salad with grilled prawn and stir fried crab in curry powder; open 18:00 to 23:00.
Cafe by day and lounge by night at SAii Phi Phi Island Village on Loh Bagao Bay, with a beachfront lounge area and about 30 seats. Serves pastries, sandwiches, gourmet coffee and tea, smoothies and cakes, and cocktails in the evening; open 6:30 to 23:00.
Thai restaurant and bar of PP Red Tuna Hut, a quiet bungalow guesthouse in Loh Bagao village. Reviewers praise the food and hospitality; it suits a relaxed stay rather than a party scene.
Hilltop poolside restaurant and sundowner bar of Phi Phi Holiday Resort (the former Holiday Inn Resort Phi Phi Island) at Laem Tong, with a 180 degree view over the Andaman Sea. The restaurant serves a Thai set menu, the bar runs a happy hour at sunset; listed hours 17:00 to 21:00.
Main restaurant of Phi Phi Holiday Resort at Laem Tong, a spacious room with an open air terrace, traditional Thai decor and classic Thai music. Serves breakfast and Thai dinner.
Relaxed open sided wooden restaurant in front of P.P. Erawan Palms Resort at Laem Tong, often busy with day tour groups and sometimes with a local singer performing. Serves Thai food and seafood; open daily 10:00 to 22:00.
All day restaurant of OUTRIGGER Phi Phi Island Resort, the renovated and rebranded former Zeavola Resort at the northern end of Laem Tong, reopened in 2026. Cooks in the Samrub Thai tradition with a Southern Thai focus plus international dishes; breakfast 6:30 to 10:00, lunch 11:00 to 17:00, dinner 18:00 to 21:30.
Beachfront bar and grill of OUTRIGGER Phi Phi Island Resort (former Zeavola) at Laem Tong, steps from the sand. Serves grilled local seafood, curries and cocktails; lunch 11:00 to 17:00, dinner 18:00 to 21:30.
Casual beachfront Mediterranean restaurant at SAii Phi Phi Island Village on Loh Bagao Bay, with 32 seats and dishes inspired by Southern Europe and North Africa such as caprese, harira soup and lamb tagine. Open 18:00 to 23:00.
Open air beachfront lunch spot at SAii Phi Phi Island Village on Loh Bagao Bay with 22 seats and an open kitchen. Serves Thai inspired fusion such as basil chicken pizza and spaghetti tom yam talay; open 11:00 to 17:00.
Restaurant of Phi Phi Natural Resort on the headland at the northern tip of Laem Tong (53 Moo 8), serving breakfast and Thai and international dishes to resort guests and visitors. The resort sits in front of a coral reef used for snorkelling.
Beachfront restaurant and bar of Phi Phi The Beach Resort at the eastern end of Long Beach (Hat Yao), open to non guests arriving by long tail boat or on foot from Tonsai. Serves breakfast and Thai dishes in large portions; the beach bar runs a free tai chi session at 18:15 daily, weather permitting.
Beachfront restaurant of Paradise Pearl Resort in the middle of Long Beach (Hat Yao), one of the few places to eat on this beach, serving Thai food and seafood with views across to Phi Phi Leh.
Quiet bungalow resort on its own private beach at Phak Nam Bay on the east coast, about 30 minutes by longtail from Tonsai Pier or a one-hour jungle walk. Beachfront and sea-view bungalows, a restaurant and bar, massages, kayaks and snorkelling with reef sharks just offshore.
Open air beach club on Loh Dalum Beach and the best known party spot on Phi Phi. Nightly fire show from around 9 pm with fire skipping and limbo games, a mechanical bull, body painting, cheap buckets and dance music until about 2 am. No food on site, pizza and barbecue stalls are next door; a Slinky hostel sits right behind the bar.
One of the oldest and biggest bars on Loh Dalum Beach, mid strip between Slinky and Blanco. Known for drum and bass and dubstep sets with live MCs, a fire show nightly from about 8:30 pm followed by limbo and jump rope games with free shots, body painting and driftwood decor. Open from morning, calmer by day, with a restaurant and dorm rooms attached; music stops around 2:30 am.
Beachfront party bar and hostel on Loh Dalum Beach run by the Blanco hostel group, which also operates Blanco Central and Rehab hostels and the daily Blanco Boat Party to Maya Bay. Free shots every hour, beer pong tournaments, pub crawls on Monday and Friday and music until about 2 am. Described by backpackers as the cheapest bar on the party beach, with extra discounts for Blanco hostel guests.
Beachfront hostel and villa complex on Loh Dalum Bay whose Ibiza Pool Party is one of the biggest pool parties in southern Thailand. Parties run on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from about 1 pm to 10 pm with a swim up bar, resident DJs and free entry, and the beach side bar continues with fire shows and loud music until about 2 am. The site also has a restaurant and dorm beds; 18 plus only.
Beach bar on Loh Dalum Bay next to Slinky with its own fire show on the sand, bucket drinks, fruity cocktails and upbeat party music. Open from 10 am until about 2:30 am, with outdoor seating on the beach.
Laid back pirate themed bar in the lanes just behind Loh Dalum Beach, open daily from 10 am until about 2 am. Wooden cabin style interior, cheap drinks and a relaxed crowd.
Thai style bar in Tonsai Village just behind Loh Dalum Beach, run by the Phi Phi Pirate boat party crew and used as the after drinks stop of their day trip. Pool tables for 20 baht a game, board games, cheap drinks and a traditional wooden interior; open daily from 11 am to about 1 am.
Beachfront bar on Loh Dalum next to the big party clubs, good for people watching with snacks, burgers, beers and cocktails. Music leans to trance, house and psytrance; open from around noon to 2 am.
Relaxed beach bar and restaurant at the far eastern end of Loh Dalum Bay, just before the viewpoint path. Built around an old boat with longtail boat seats, hammocks, mats and salas, a popular sunset spot with happy hour, Thai curries and Western dishes, and a fire show plus acoustic music most evenings. Open daily about 11 am to 11 pm.
Laid back bar built on the rocks at the north eastern end of Loh Dalum Bay, formerly the Phi Phi Sunset Bar. Known for sunset cocktails, shakes, happy hour deals and a small eatery, with a view across the bay to the Slinky fire shows; quieter than the beach clubs.
Large, loud bar in the centre of Tonsai Village with a Muay Thai ring in the middle, five bars, pool tables and big sports screens. Every night tourists can fight three one minute rounds against each other and both fighters get a free bucket; professional bouts, fire shows and live music are added on some nights. Open daily from about 6 pm to 1 am.
Two storey party bar in the nightlife corner of Tonsai Village next to Reggae Bar, formerly known as Stockholm Syndrome. Beer pong tables with ranking boards, pool tables and a small dancefloor downstairs, a quieter lounge upstairs; cheap drinks, open daily until about 2 am.
Hidden rock and live music bar in an alley next to Backpacker Bar, one of the oldest bars in Tonsai Village. Live bands most evenings in high season, four pool tables including a big snooker table, two karaoke rooms, floor cushions and a happy hour; open from about 5 pm to 2 am.
Irish pub in central Tonsai Village with draught beer and Guinness, pub food, live sport on big screens, a pool table and foosball on the ground floor and an upstairs terrace for people watching. In house DJ and occasional live bands; open daily from about 9 am to midnight.
Small live music bar on Soi Chao Koh in Tonsai Village, often called the most popular live music spot on the island; crowds spill into the lane. Resident singer and band from about 9:30 pm, plus a fire show on some nights; cocktails a little pricier than nearby bars. Open daily 6 pm to 1 am.
One of the oldest bar restaurants in central Tonsai, across from the Muay Thai ring, with communal wooden tables, live sport on TV, cocktails and iced beer. More a bar and grill than a party venue; open from about 9 am to 1 am.
Air conditioned speakeasy style cocktail bar hidden up a staircase above the Shark Cage Bar in Tonsai Village, about six minutes from the pier. Ten signature cocktails, hip hop and R and B, around 80 seats and a smart casual dress code, deliberately without fire shows or buckets. Open daily 5 pm to 2 am.
Small bar and restaurant in Tonsai Village near Reggae Bar, better known for cheap breakfasts, coffee, burgers, pizza and Thai dishes than for nightlife. Quiet spot with free roasted peanuts with drinks.
Beach bar and nightclub on the eastern side of Tonsai Bay, opened in 1994 and spread over two buildings either side of the shoreline path. Fire poi show on the beach from about 9:30 pm, DJs and live music, pool tables, buckets and cocktails; by day there is yoga and fire spinning practice. Open daily 11 am to about 2 am.
Driftwood beach bar on the sand by Phi Phi Villa Resort, between Tonsai and Long Beach, first built in the 1990s, destroyed by the 2004 tsunami and reopened in 2011. Two terraces with views to Phi Phi Leh, floor cushions, live Premier League football, pool tables, cheap Thai and Western food, and fire shows, DJs and live music after about 8 pm.
British run bar that moved from Tonsai Village to the shore path near Carlito's, with sunset views of the pier, big screens for sport, house and R and B DJs, beer pong, cocktails and English breakfasts.
Budget resort (formerly Rimlay Cottage) on the beach road at the eastern side of Tonsai Bay, about 10 minutes' walk from the pier and away from the busiest part of the village.
Beachfront bar and restaurant right by Tonsai Pier, the first bar most visitors see when arriving by ferry. Cocktails, burgers and snacks with a view of the pier and the limestone cliffs; happy hour 5 pm to 8 pm. Reviews are mixed on service and prices.
Laid back sea view bar on the quiet western side of Tonsai Bay, popular as a sunset and pre party stop with happy hours, a good playlist and affordable drinks. Open daily 10 am to midnight.
Thatched beach bar on the sand in front of Mama Beach Residence at the far western end of Tonsai Bay, about 750 m from the pier under the limestone cliffs. Sundowner spot with ambient music, a long cocktail list and French and Thai food from the Mama Resto next door.
Rustic bamboo and thatch restaurant and bar in Loh Bagao village behind SAii Phi Phi Island Village resort, open daily 10 am to 10 pm. Mostly a place to eat, with garlic prawns, curries and giant shakes at fair prices, plus beers and cocktails.
Bamboo and thatch bar in the small village between Loh Lana and Loh Bagao on the north part of the island, with an inner seating area, happy hour 5 pm to 8 pm and mixed music until about 10 pm, after which it turns to loud dubstep and hip hop.
Small, lively local bar and restaurant in Loh Bagao village with reggae music, cold beer, cocktails and Thai and Western food such as fish pad thai. Open late, roughly 10:00 to 01:00, closed Fridays according to its listing.
Main open air beachfront restaurant of SAii Phi Phi Island Village on Loh Bagao Bay, seating 130. Serves the buffet breakfast and Asian and international dishes for lunch and dinner, with sunset drinks, live music and themed nights; open 6:30 to 23:00.
Beachfront cafe of Phi Phi Holiday Resort at Laem Tong, set on the sand under shady trees. Serves coffee plus Thai and international dishes including pasta, pizza, salads and fresh seafood barbecue.
Small budget bar on the hill above Loh Dalum on the way to the Phi Phi viewpoints, open daily from 9 am to 9 pm. Cold drinks, views and a friendly stop on the climb.
Beachfront party bar and hostel on Loh Dalum Beach run by the Blanco hostel group, which also operates Blanco Central and Rehab hostels and the daily Blanco Boat Party to Maya Bay. Free shots every hour, beer pong tournaments, pub crawls on Monday and Friday and music until about 2 am. Described by backpackers as the cheapest bar on the party beach, with extra discounts for Blanco hostel guests.
Beachfront hostel and villa complex on Loh Dalum Bay whose Ibiza Pool Party is one of the biggest pool parties in southern Thailand. Parties run on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from about 1 pm to 10 pm with a swim up bar, resident DJs and free entry, and the beach side bar continues with fire shows and loud music until about 2 am. The site also has a restaurant and dorm beds; 18 plus only.
Budget resort (formerly Rimlay Cottage) on the beach road at the eastern side of Tonsai Bay, about 10 minutes' walk from the pier and away from the busiest part of the village.
Small three-star beachfront property with air-conditioned bungalows and rooms and a sea-view pool at Laem Hin, next to Phi Phi Villa Resort on the eastern side of Tonsai Bay. Listed on Booking.com as Andaman Resort; not to be confused with the larger Phi Phi Andaman Beach Resort a few doors east.
Hotel in the heart of Tonsai village a few minutes from the pier, across the road from Tonsai Bay beach, with a pool, good-sized rooms and top-floor balconies with views. Its restaurant outside the hotel serves a buffet lunch popular with day-trip groups.
Long-established hotel on the narrowest part of the isthmus at the western end of Tonsai village, a few minutes from the pier, with sea on both sides and a large pool looking over Loh Dalum Bay. Restaurant, beach bar, coffee shop and Thai massage; it has also absorbed the former Phi Phi Marina Resort rooms.
Mid-range hotel at 229 Moo 7 in the centre of the village, about five minutes on foot from Loh Dalum beach. Spacious air-conditioned rooms with seating area, fridge and satellite TV; non-smoking throughout. Convenient for restaurants, shops and the pier.
Cliffside resort about 100 steps above the eastern end of Loh Dalum Bay near the start of the viewpoint trail, with plain but clean rooms, balconies and some of the best views of the bay and Tonsai. Staff carry luggage up and down; breakfast included.
Hillside resort of bungalows with balconies on the headland at the northern end of Loh Dalum Bay, near the start of the viewpoint climb, with a pool and bay views. Rooms are dated and the beach party music reaches the lower rooms; Blue View Divers dive centre is based here.
Quiet bungalow resort on its own private beach at Phak Nam Bay on the east coast, about 30 minutes by longtail from Tonsai Pier or a one-hour jungle walk. Beachfront and sea-view bungalows, a restaurant and bar, massages, kayaks and snorkelling with reef sharks just offshore.
Small bungalow guesthouse on the wooded hill between Loh Bagao and Nui Bay in the quiet north of Phi Phi Don. Simple fan and air-con rooms with terraces, a garden and breakfast included. Reached on foot from Loh Bagao or by longtail boat; the nearest sand is Nui Bay.
Beachfront hotel at 17/1 Moo 7 on the western arm of Tonsai Bay, about 1 km from the pier, run together with the adjoining Phi Phi Nice Beach Hotel Hip. Around 38 air-conditioned rooms with terraces, two restaurants, a pool at the Hip wing and loungers on a quieter stretch of sand.
Hillside bungalow and chalet resort in the jungle on the west coast about 1.4 km north of the village, towards Nui Bay, reached by a 20-30 minute walk on an unpaved track or by longtail at high tide. Known for sunset views and seclusion; buildings are simple and worn.
Cheap bungalows and rooms directly behind the sand at the eastern end of Loh Dalum Bay, in front of the viewpoint hill. Known for its seafront position rather than its comfort; fan and air-con rooms, some facing the bay.
Budget rooms at 22 Moo 7 at the eastern end of Loh Dalum Bay. The same house number is now used by The View Hostel, so Funny House may have been replaced or renamed.
Relaxed family guesthouse at 805 Moo 7 with 16 en-suite rooms, opened in 2013 and refurbished in 2017. About two minutes from Loh Dalum beach and 12 to 15 minutes on foot from the pier, with high-speed WiFi and cable TV.
Ten simple bamboo bungalows at 140/10 Moo 7 on the hillside above the eastern end of Loh Dalum Bay, close to the viewpoint steps. Basic fan accommodation.
Guesthouse at 240 Moo 7 Loh Dalum on the slope below the viewpoint, about six minutes' walk up from the beach. Fan and air-con bungalows plus triple and family rooms, with laundry and 24-hour desk.
About 20 bamboo bungalows at 144/10 Moo 7 on the hill above Loh Dalum, roughly 350 m below the viewpoint. Air-conditioned rooms with balconies and garden views; breakfast for a fee.
Very simple family-run bungalows on the rocky coast north of Loh Dalum Bay, a 15-20 minute walk from the pier along a rough path, with sunset views and free kayaks for guests. Basic and ageing rooms at backpacker prices.
Ten-room budget guesthouse with a restaurant at 90 Moo 7 in the centre of Tonsai village, between the pier and Loh Dalum beach. Private rooms and lockers; also marketed as October Hostel.
Party hostel at 18 Moo 7 in the middle of Tonsai village, sister property of Blanco Beach Bar and Rehab Hostel. Air-conditioned 4- and 6-bed dorms for guests aged 18 to 35, a bar and common area with daily events including the Maya Bay boat party.
Very small owner-run guesthouse on Soi Chao Koh in Tonsai village with a few simple fan or air-con rooms with fridge and TV. Budget option close to the pier and Loh Dalum beach.
Budget guesthouse at 179/17 Moo 7 in central Tonsai village, at times marketed under the OYO brand as OYO 624 Phi Phi Palms Residence. Simple air-conditioned rooms close to the shops and the pier.
Small guesthouse in central Tonsai village near the Palms Residence and Centerpoint hostels. Only an old aggregator listing could be found; no current booking page was identified.
Guesthouse at 121 Moo 7 on the Loh Dalum side of Tonsai village, about five minutes' walk from the viewpoint path. Standard fan and air-con rooms, some with hot shower and TV, plus a restaurant.
Simple guesthouse at 182 Moo 7 in Tonsai village, about five minutes from the sea on either side. Cheap private rooms; guest scores are low (around 4.5 to 6.7).
Budget guesthouse at 224 Moo 7 at the eastern edge of the village, right next to the stairway up to the Phi Phi viewpoint. Simple private rooms, one of the cheaper stays close to the viewpoint steps.
Budget cottages reached by about 127 steps on the hillside above the eastern end of the village, with a small pool and simple rooms with kettle and fridge; higher rooms look over both Tonsai Bay and Loh Dalum. Five minutes downhill to the main lanes.
Backpacker hostel on the Loh Dalum side of Tonsai Village, in the lane near Sweed Dee and Pongpan House, a few minutes from the beach bars. Dorm beds and a few private rooms.
Backpacker hostel at 215 Moo 7 near the tsunami shelter, about 30 seconds from Loh Dalum beach and ten minutes from the pier. Air-conditioned dorms in a quiet lane yet close to the beach bars; the same owners run the hillside Hangover Chill & Hill with a pool.
Guesthouse in central Tonsai village next to Lucky Dorm, simple rooms in the lanes between the two bays. Not the same place as Papaya Phi Phi Resort near the viewpoint stairs.
Family-run guesthouse at 125/75 Moo 7 with nine rooms including two large air-conditioned dorms of ten beds in total, about 200 m from the pier near the reggae boxing bar.
Budget rooms and dorms at 54/2 Moo 7 near Tonsai Bay in the western part of the village, close to the pier. Separate from the October Guesthouse in the village centre.
Phi Phi's original pod hostel at 139 Soi Banthai in the south of Tonsai village, close to the pier but away from the beach-bar noise. Around 40 capsule beds in two air-conditioned rooms including double pods for couples, a top-floor lounge with movie room and bar, and tours run by the owner.
Branch of the Thai Bodega party hostel chain at 308 Moo 7 in the eastern part of Tonsai village, about 500 m from the centre. Air-conditioned dorms, a lobby that turns into the party spot at night, a workspace for digital nomads and organised trips to Maya Bay and Monkey Beach.
Dormitory at 157 Moo 7 in the south of Tonsai village, run alongside the ChaoKoh Phi Phi Hotel group near Tonsai Bay. Only an old aggregator listing could be found; no current booking page was identified.
Hostel at 58/19 Moo 7 about 100 m from the main pier, next to PKT Diving on the way to Loh Dalum. Ten-bed air-conditioned dorms, kitchen, lockers and tour desk; sister of Blue Horizon Hostel.
Hillside sister of Hangover Hostel at 190 Moo 7 (Phi Phi Green Hill Resort) above Laem Hin, about 800 m from Loh Dalum and Laem Hin beaches. Dorms and private bungalows around a swimming pool with pool table, garden and views; check-in 2 to 8 pm.
Ten-room boutique guesthouse in the middle of Tonsai village a short walk from the pier and both beaches, with differently coloured and named air-conditioned rooms. Known for a very hands-on receptionist who arranges transfers and tours.
Branch of the Slumber Party hostel chain at 256 Moo 7 in the eastern part of Tonsai village, opened in 2024 with 65 rooms. Dorms, bar and restaurant, terrace and a daily social event, within ten minutes' walk of the pier and Loh Dalum.
Hillside villa resort at the eastern end of Long Beach (Hat Yao), with bungalows stacked up the slope above the sand and views across to Phi Phi Leh. It has a beach restaurant and bar, two pools and an on-site dive shop, and runs its own longtail transfers to Tonsai Pier. One of the larger and better equipped resorts on Long Beach.
Simple beachfront bungalows on Long Beach next to Phi Phi Long Beach Resort & Villa, with which it shares management and a pool. Basic rooms directly on the sand with a small beach shack restaurant; longtail taxi boats to Tonsai leave from the beach in front.
Boutique beachfront resort on Long Beach with 32 bungalows and 10 contemporary rooms, including beachfront villas whose terraces open straight onto the sand. Has a restaurant and includes breakfast; the longtail transfer from Tonsai Pier is included on arrival. Shark Point snorkelling is a short walk along the beach.
Small independently run resort of about 13 white-and-blue bungalows on Long Beach, with beachside units looking straight out to sea. Free sun loungers, kayaks and snorkel gear for guests; Shark Point is a short walk along the beach. Tonsai village is a 20-30 minute walk or a longtail taxi away.
Long-running 47-room resort of wooden and concrete bungalows under a leafy canopy at the northern end of Long Beach, also sold as Phi Phi Paradise Pearl Resort. It has a beachfront restaurant with breakfast, a small spa and minimart but no pool. Reached by longtail from Tonsai Pier or a roughly 35-minute jungle path.
Hillside resort on the headland at the far eastern end of Long Beach, with wooden bungalows and rooms set on a steep slope and a luggage conveyor up from the beach. Offers breakfast and scheduled free longtail boats to Tonsai Pier; the beach below is good for snorkelling.
Rustic jungle resort of driftwood-style bungalows and treehouses spread over the hillside above two small private coves (Viking Beach) between Laem Hin and Long Beach. Known for its quiet setting, resident monkeys and a popular open-fire seafood restaurant. About a 25-minute walk or a longtail ride from Tonsai village.
Large hilltop resort on the ridge between Tonsai and Long Beach, marketed as the only resort on Phi Phi with its own water park. Spacious rooms with panoramic views, several pools including one down by the beach, and an hourly shuttle to the beach, village and pier. Walking to town is possible but steep.
Hillside and beachfront resort at Laem Hin, between Tonsai and Long Beach, about 15 minutes on foot from the pier. Bungalows and rooms stepped up the jungle slope with views over Tonsai Bay, a pool and a beach restaurant. Suited to couples and nature lovers who still want to walk into the village.
Premier wing of Phi Phi Bayview Resort on the Laem Hin headland east of Tonsai Bay, sold separately on booking platforms with upgraded sea-view rooms. Shares the resort's pool, beach and boat shuttle to Tonsai Pier.
Big beachfront resort on Laem Hin beach at the quieter eastern end of Tonsai Bay, about a 10-15 minute walk from the pier. Mix of older bungalows, newer chalets and hotel rooms around several pools, with a buffet restaurant and a roped-off swimming area on its own stretch of sand. Shares management with the neighbouring U Rip Resort.
Resort in a leafy garden at the foot of the Tonsai hills beside Phi Phi Andaman Beach Resort at Laem Hin, with modern rooms with balconies, a freeform pool with kids' section and a short walk to the beach. Alcohol-free property; about 15 minutes on foot from Tonsai Pier.
Three-star resort with Thai-style standard, superior and deluxe bungalows on the sandy frontage of Laem Hin at the eastern end of Tonsai Bay, about five minutes' walk from the village. Has a pool with pool bar and a restaurant; some bungalows sit right behind the beach.
Small modern resort of compact houses with balconies a few steps from the beach on the eastern side of Tonsai Bay, about five minutes' walk from the pier. Quiet location near the mosque; sea views from the front units.
Family-oriented poolside resort on the eastern side of Tonsai Bay about 1 km from the pier, with concrete bungalows and a larger multi-storey hotel block around the pool. Breakfast is served in the resort's restaurant; recently renovated rooms with balconies.
Beachfront resort on Tonsai Bay between the pier and Laem Hin, best known for its sea-view cafe and infinity pool that are also open to non-guests. Spacious rooms at moderate prices, about 10 minutes' walk from the pier.
Four-star resort built up the cliff at the quiet western end of Tonsai Bay, about 700 m from Tonsai Pier, with contemporary Thai-style rooms and kitchenettes, a small infinity pool and sea views. Alcohol and pork are not served. Luggage is carried from the pier by staff.
Adults-only boutique hotel directly on the sand at the quiet western end of Tonsai Bay, about 10 minutes' walk from the pier. Simple rooms with sea or garden terraces, a jacuzzi, an open-air French-Thai beach restaurant and a small beach lounge; kayaks for rent.
Beachfront resort at the western end of Tonsai Bay with simple beach-hut style rooms, some opening directly onto the sand, and free beach chairs for guests. Good snorkelling off the beach and a quiet scene before and after the day-trip boats; about 10 minutes' walk from the pier.
Family-run budget resort on the flat western edge of Tonsai village, about 10 minutes' walk from the pier and shops with no hills to climb. Clean air-conditioned rooms and a restaurant; staff meet guests at the pier with luggage carts.
Four-star resort of bamboo-decorated bungalows and villas at the secluded western end of Loh Dalum Bay, about 800 m from Tonsai Pier. Has a large pool, a beach bar with music, massage and kayaks and paddleboards; the beach in front is used mostly by resort guests.
Five-storey hotel in the middle of Tonsai village, two minutes from the pier, with a pool and children's pool, buffet breakfast and an international restaurant. Convenient but dated, with thin walls; part of the same group as Phi Phi Banyan Villa and P.P. Palmtree Resort.
62-room hotel in Tonsai village about five minutes from the pier, named after a fig tree more than fifty years old at its entrance. Garden Wing and antique-furnished Banyan Wing rooms, a pool, a gym and a beachside restaurant across the road on Tonsai Bay; Loh Dalum beach is about 350 m away.
Three-star hotel in the centre of Tonsai village between the pier and Loh Dalum beach, with wooden-interior rooms with balconies, a small pool with pool bar and breakfast with made-to-order eggs. Staff meet arriving guests at the pier with luggage trolleys.
Renovated three-star hotel in Tonsai village a short walk from the pier, with clean modern rooms, a lobby and helpful staff who carry luggage to and from the ferry. No pool or breakfast; the mosque stands directly opposite.
Hotel on the narrow strip of land at the western end of Tonsai village with the harbour on one side and a quiet swimming beach on the other, within walking distance of the pier. Has one of the better pools in the village and sea-view balconies, though rooms are dated.
Small guesthouse-style inn in the centre of Tonsai village near the hospital and the pier, with spacious basic rooms with balconies and walk-in rates around 1,000 baht. No pool; a few minutes' walk to both bays.
Small budget hotel two minutes from Tonsai Pier with compact windowless Superior and Deluxe rooms that are dark and quiet. Includes a daily lunch buffet at a nearby restaurant and staff praised for arranging ferry tickets and holding luggage.
Small budget hotel a few metres from Tonsai Pier on a quieter lane, with clean minimally styled rooms, strong hot showers and smart TVs. Walking distance to Loh Dalum Bay and all village restaurants.
Three-storey wood-themed hotel in the centre of Tonsai village, about six minutes' walk from the pier and near a 7-Eleven. Clean rooms, tour and equipment booking at reception; no lift.
Hotel in the heart of Tonsai village about 10 minutes' walk from the pier, with spacious rooms with large balconies, two pools and breakfast. Older building but well located between the pier, the shops and the viewpoint path.
Clean, well-run hostel close to Tonsai Pier with dorm beds with privacy curtains and under-bed lockers, indoor and outdoor showers and free coffee, tea and fruit. Far enough from the bars to be quiet at night.
Small hotel in a tropical garden in Tonsai village, five minutes' walk from the pier next to a food market and 7-Eleven. Pool-view rooms with balconies, free breakfast and a quiet setting despite the central location.
Hotel right beside Tonsai Pier in the village, convenient for ferry arrivals and departures, with modern rooms and a pool. Short walk to Tonsai Bay beach and the restaurants of the main lanes.
Small well-decorated hotel on Soi Chao Koh in the centre of Tonsai village, set back from the lane so it stays quiet at night. Basic clean rooms over several floors without a lift; staff arrange ferries, tours and laundry and offer beach towels.
Adults-only garden resort of bungalows on Soi Chao Koh between Tonsai village and Loh Dalum beach, about 60 m from the sand. Well-kept tropical garden, a pool with swim-up bar and a large breakfast buffet; no restaurant for other meals and no children under 10.
Large beachfront resort on Loh Dalum Bay beside its sister property PP Princess Resort, with which it shares facilities. Breakfast is served right on the beach and the pool is open to non-guests for a fee; buildings and rooms are dated and close to the main bar strip.
Large mid-range resort on Loh Dalum beach, less than 10 minutes on foot from the pier and right next to the village centre. Two pools, several restaurants and beach bars; known for its pool parties with DJs. Rooms range from older bungalows to newer deluxe rooms.
Mid-range resort a block back from Loh Dalum beach in the village, about six minutes' walk from the pier, with a multi-level pool, pool bar and pool-access rooms. Central and lively; it sits next to a bar that plays music late, and earplugs are provided.
Design hotel of the Thai Blu Monkey group at 51/1 Moo 7, on the eastern side of the village towards the viewpoint. Superior and deluxe rooms with tattoo-art inspired decor; formerly the Amara Hotel. Booking.com files it under Loh Dalum Bay.
Bamboo-style bungalows with hammock porches in a lush garden at the eastern end of the village near Loh Dalum beach, run by a family who also operate a travel agency. Quiet, flat walk of 10-15 minutes from the pier.
Budget resort with bungalows and a 'new wing' around a pool at the eastern edge of Tonsai village, about 15 minutes' walk from the pier. Known for the owner's horse that wanders the lobby; rooms are basic with maintenance issues reported.
Small locally run budget hotel on the eastern side of Tonsai village, about 10 minutes' walk from the pier, with small air-conditioned rooms with fridge and balcony.
Budget guesthouse-style resort on a steep slope at the eastern edge of the village, about 15 minutes' walk from the pier, with access to a neighbouring hotel's pool. Dated rooms with sea or garden views; quiet at night.
Small owner-run resort of detached bungalows and rooms around a pool on the eastern side of Tonsai village, an easy flat walk from the pier. Includes breakfast and runs a tour desk; good value for groups of backpackers.
Simple budget bungalows run by the Gypsy family on the eastern side of Tonsai village, with check-in through the Gypsy travel and real-estate office. Basic fan or air-con rooms a short walk from Tonsai Bay.
Budget hillside resort of compact prefab rooms stacked above a pool on the slope at the eastern edge of the village, below the viewpoint path. Less than 10 minutes downhill to the bars and beach but quiet at night; pool maintenance is inconsistent.
Rustic hotel on the hillside on the way up to the Phi Phi viewpoint, above the eastern end of the village, with simple rooms, very firm beds and a small pool. Rooms higher up have wide views over both bays; the climb is steep.
Guesthouse perched high on the hillside above the eastern end of Loh Dalum Bay, reached by a long flight of stairs, with rooms whose main draw is the sweeping view over the bay. Staff carry luggage up; music from the beach bars carries at night.
Bamboo-hut resort scattered over a jungle hillside at the end of the path north of Loh Dalum Bay, about 15 minutes' walk from the village over steep dirt tracks, with striking views from the rooms and open-air lobby. Longtail pick-up from the pier is offered; not suited to heavy luggage.
Beachfront resort on Ranti beach at 32/1 Moo 7, formerly Rantee Cliff Beach Resort. Bamboo bungalows and cliff villas with private balconies among tropical greenery, with a snorkelling reef about 150 m offshore. Reached by longtail boat from Tonsai.
Basic bungalows on Rantee Bay on the east coast, one of a couple of small family-run places sharing this near-empty beach with The Cove, reached by longtail or on foot over the viewpoint trail. Simple air-conditioned huts, a Thai restaurant and kayaks.
Bamboo-hut resort on its own small beach at Toh Ko Bay on the east coast, just south of Rantee, with all huts facing the sea, a good restaurant and snorkelling off the beach. Reached by longtail boat (limited schedule) or a walking path over the viewpoint.
Luxury villa resort on the headland south of Loh Bagao Bay, formerly Villa 360 Resort & Spa and rebranded under Centara in 2025. Sea-view villas with bathtubs overlooking the bay, an outdoor pool, SPA Cenvaree, direct water access from the deck and free kayaks; reached by resort boat, about 30 minutes from Tonsai.
Five-star villa resort spread along the 800 m private beach of Loh Bagao Bay on the quiet north-east coast, formerly Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort (and briefly Outrigger Phi Phi Island Resort & Spa). About 200 bungalows, villas and pool villas, two pools, a spa, several restaurants and a dive centre, reached by the resort's speedboat or longtail from Tonsai.
Small owner-run guesthouse in the village at Loh Bagao Bay next to SAii Phi Phi Island Village, offering cheap rooms on the quiet side of the island. The owner meets guests on the beach, arranges boats and private tours; a free boat to Tonsai runs in the morning, otherwise transfers are costly.
Bungalow resort in the small village at Loh Bagao Bay on the north-east coast, reachable only by boat, with simple and luxury bungalows and free pier transfers. Peaceful compared with Tonsai but with only a few restaurants and bars nearby; bungalows are worn.
Small budget resort in the Loh Bagao village strip beside SAii Phi Phi Island Village on the quiet north-east coast. Simple rooms a short walk from the public end of Loh Bagao beach.
Hillside chalet resort at the northern end of Loh Bagao Bay between Loh Bagao and Laem Tong, with large sea-view bungalows, a restaurant with cocktails and a very quiet setting reached by boat.
Large beachfront resort on Laem Tong beach at the north-eastern tip of Phi Phi Don, the former Holiday Inn Resort Phi Phi Island, with bungalows, studios and pool villas spread over a big garden served by buggies. Four pools, a spa, several restaurants, a sunset bar, kids' club, diving and water sports; reached by boat from Tonsai or Laem Tong pier.
Beachfront resort of spacious Thai-style bungalows in a palm garden on Laem Tong beach, between Phi Phi Holiday Resort and Phi Phi Natural, with two pools, a restaurant and a dive centre. Quiet, nature-focused setting reached by ferry to Laem Tong or longtail from Tonsai; some rooms are dated.
Family resort of about 160 tropical cottages on a forested headland at the northern end of Laem Tong beach, the northernmost resort on the island. Private beach with snorkelling straight off the sand, two pools, a restaurant, shuttle buggies and a sea gypsy primary school supported by the resort; about 30 minutes by longtail from Tonsai Pier.
Five-star barefoot-luxury resort at 11 Moo 8 on the northern tip of the island at Laem Tong beach, formerly the Zeavola Resort. Outrigger bought the property in 2025, renovated it and reopened it in 2026 with 63 teak suites and villas including beachfront and hilltop pool villas, Mala Kitchen, Edgewater Bar and Grill, Zeavola Spa, a kids club and a PADI dive centre. Reached by boat from Phuket, Krabi or Tonsai.
Small guesthouse with a handful of rooms in the centre of Tonsai Village, a few minutes on foot from the pier. Known for its bright orange, modern-style building in the busiest part of the village. Rooms are small but air-conditioned.
Family-run backpacker guesthouse at 170 Moo 7 on the lane leading towards the viewpoint, a few minutes' walk from Loh Dalum beach. Simple fan and air-conditioned rooms with balconies, a small restaurant and laundry service. One of the long-standing budget addresses in the village.
Hillside budget resort at 193 Moo 7 on the eastern edge of Tonsai Village, reached by stairs up the slope. Bungalows and simple rooms around a small outdoor pool, about 7 minutes on foot from Loh Dalum and 12 minutes from Tonsai beach. Formerly traded as Maney Resort; the Hangover Chill and Hill Hostel is on the same grounds.
Second building of The White Hotel, a small budget hotel at 125/100 Moo 7 in the village, about a minute from Loh Dalum beach. Standard double and twin rooms with air conditioning and a terrace.
Budget bungalow guesthouse in the eastern part of Tonsai Village, a short walk from both the pier and Loh Dalum beach. Simple rooms, popular with backpackers. Run by the same family as JJ Residence nearby.
Budget guesthouse with bungalow-style rooms at 250/1 Moo 7 on the eastern edge of the village near the start of the viewpoint path. Basic rooms, quiet location away from the bars.
Long-running budget bungalow place on the eastern side of the village, about 700 m from Tonsai Bay near the viewpoint path. Simple bungalows in a garden setting with a small pool.
Budget rooms attached to a small gym on the eastern side of the village, within 500 m of Loh Dalum beach. Basic accommodation near the viewpoint trail.
Guesthouse at 173 Moo 7 in the village, about five minutes on foot from Loh Dalum beach. Clean budget rooms with air conditioning; a popular low-cost base near restaurants and dive shops.
Mid-range resort in the village close to Loh Dalum beach, with rooms around a pool. Quiet garden setting a few minutes from the beach bars and restaurants. Booking.com files it under Loh Dalum Bay.
Beachfront hostel at 211 Moo 7 directly on Loh Dalum beach, in the middle of the beach-bar strip. Dorms and private rooms; formerly Dee Dee Beach House / Dee Dee Sea Front. Popular with backpackers who want to be on the party beach.
Budget beachfront guesthouse and hostel at the end of Loh Dalum Bay, about 20 minutes on foot from Tonsai pier. Basic rooms and dorms a few steps from the sand.
Budget bungalows on Ranti Bay, the quiet east-coast beach reached by longtail boat from Tonsai or on foot via the viewpoint. Basic rooms with a view over the bay; snorkelling off the beach.
Small resort in Loh Bagao Bay on the quiet north-east coast, listed by Booking.com among the top picks for the bay. Rooms with modern decor a short walk from the beach; reached by longtail boat from Tonsai.
PADI 5 Star Dive Resort and eco dive centre on the Loh Dalum side of Tonsai Village, running since 2006. Small groups, two-dive morning and afternoon trips to Bida Nok, Bida Nai, Palong Wall, Loh Samah and the local wreck, night dives, PADI courses from Discover Scuba to Divemaster, conservation specialties (shark, coral, Dive Against Debris) and the only on-site training pool on the island. 2026 website prices: 2 fun dives 2,800 THB, Discover Scuba 3,800 THB, Open Water 13,500 THB; also private longtail and sunset plankton tours (from 2,600 THB).
PADI 5 Star Career Development Center in Tonsai Village (125/19 Moo 7), operating for over 25 years. Runs two-dive day trips (2,900 THB), Discover Scuba (from 3,800 THB), the full PADI ladder up to Instructor, and special trips to the King Cruiser wreck, Kled Gaeow wreck, Koh Haa and the Bida islands (4,300 to 4,900 THB). Also known for its non-diving Shark Watch snorkel trip, Phi Phi Leh tour and Sunset Plankton tour (1,600 THB each) plus reef conservation projects.
SSI Instructor Training Center at 103 Moo 7 next to PP Princess Resort, in business since 2001 and about five minutes on foot from Tonsai Pier. Daily two-dive trips on custom-built boats shared with its partner Island Divers, Try Dive (from 3,600 THB), SSI Open Water (10,900 to 12,900 THB depending on season), Advanced, Rescue, Divemaster internships and instructor training. Multilingual team; open daily 09:30 to 21:30.
SSI Instructor Training Center and Diamond Dive Center founded in 1997, in Tonsai Village a few minutes from the pier (postal address 157/1 Moo 7). Three custom dive boats run in partnership with Princess Divers to the 20-plus sites around Phi Phi Leh and the Bida islands. Try Dive 3,400 THB, SSI Open Water 12,900 THB (promotions from 10,900 THB), fun dive trips for certified divers from 2,500 THB; Divemaster internship and instructor courses.
PADI dive centre in the centre of Tonsai Village about 100 m from the pier, on the first floor and marked by a large blue scuba tank; one of the longest-running shops on the island (over 20 years, 10 PADI instructors, Green Fins award). Half-day Experience Scuba for beginners, daily fun dive trips and night dives, PADI courses from Open Water to Rescue and specialties, plus freediving. Has the island's only Nitrox membrane compressor and an equipment shop. Open daily 09:00 to 21:00.
SSI dive school at 58/14 Moo 7, close to Tonsai Pier, part of the DPM Diving group started on Koh Tao in 2013. Intro dives, SSI Open Water to Divemaster, Stress and Rescue, wreck and night dives and daily fun dive trips to Bida Nok, Viking Cave and the other local sites, with Maya Bay as a boat stop. Open daily 09:30 to 20:00.
PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre at 129 Moo 7 in Tonsai Village, operating for over 15 years. Fun dives with a maximum of four divers per guide, Discover Scuba, Open Water to Rescue, specialties (Deep, Wreck, Nitrox, Photography), Divemaster and Instructor courses, Nitrox fills and an Eco Center conservation award. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
SSI dive centre established in 1987 and billed as the longest-running dive operator on Phi Phi, with its shop in the centre of Tonsai Village about five minutes from the pier (125/52-54 Moo 7). Intro dives, SSI courses and daily trips to the local marine park sites, plus day trips to the King Cruiser wreck and Hin Daeng / Hin Muang. Open daily 09:00 to 21:30.
SSI Instructor Training Center run by an international team with over 20 years on the island, associated with the Phi Phi Island Cabana hotel area on the west side of Tonsai. Try Scuba (two dives in a five-hour session), fun dives, SSI Open Water, Advanced, Stress and Rescue, Divemaster and instructor training; sites include Bida Nok and Nai, Viking Cave, Pileh Wall, Maya Corner, Palong, Malong, Mushroom Rock, Garang Heng and the Kled Gaeow wreck. Open daily 07:00 to 21:00.
Phi Phi branch of the Phuket-based Sea Bees Diving (SSI, DIN-certified 5 Star school), opened 1 September 2025 inside SAii Phi Phi Island Village on Loh Bagao bay in the quiet north of Phi Phi Don. Dives from the 18 m boat MV Sai with resort lunch: morning two-dive trip, afternoon one-dive trip, intro dives, snorkellers welcome, SSI courses with a training pool. Resort price list 2026: intro dive 5,400 THB (one dive) or 7,400 THB (two dives), SSI Open Water 19,500 THB, Advanced Adventure 18,400 THB. Open 08:00 to 18:00.
Small family-run PADI dive operation inside the PP Beachfront resort (195 Moo 7) at the western end of Loh Dalum beach, with its own restaurant and bar. Discover Scuba, PADI Open Water to Divemaster, fun dives at the Phi Phi Marine Park sites 5 to 30 minutes away, kids' diving from age 8 and custom longtail snorkel trips. Website price list: 2 fun dives 2,500 THB plus 400 THB park fee, Open Water 13,800 THB plus 600 THB park fee.
Long-established PADI dive centre (since 1989) in Tonsai Village at 125/2 Moo 7, next to The Adventure Club, known for very small groups (two divers per instructor). Fun dives and PADI courses at the Phi Phi Leh and Bida sites.
Large PADI and SSI dive centre established 1989 in a two-storey yellow building visible from Tonsai Pier, with a dive shop downstairs and a lounge upstairs. Claims the island's biggest fleet (five to seven boats), separate boats for students and certified divers, daily trips to the local sites, Shark Point, Bida Noi and Nok, Hin Dot, night dives, King Cruiser wreck, Hin Daeng and Koh Haa, plus Divemaster internships and Nitrox.
PADI 5 Star Dive Center in the heart of Tonsai Village about two minutes from the pier, presenting itself as a large shop with eight PADI instructors, equipment rental, sales and servicing, air fills, a house reef, a dive boat and an on-site classroom. Courses from Discover Scuba up to TecRec, freediving, snorkelling trips and adaptive diving; languages include English, Thai, Chinese and Japanese. Open daily 07:00 to 21:00.
PADI dive centre in Tonsai Village aimed at Chinese and international divers, with its own double-deck dive boat and speedboat. Scuba and freediving courses including Zero to Hero packages, snorkelling trips and EFR; staff speak English, Chinese, Thai, Spanish, French, German, Korean and Hindi. Open daily 07:00 to 21:00; phone +66 85 818 0972.
Freediving school on Koh Phi Phi announced in 2025 as Freedive International's second Thai centre after Blue Immersion on Koh Tao, teaching SSI freediving courses from Basic to Master level.
Freediving school that markets itself as the first on Koh Phi Phi, teaching Apnea Total courses: a one-day introduction to 12 m and a two-day Level 1 course to 20 m with certificate, taught from a longtail boat.
The outer of the two Bida limestone pinnacles south of Phi Phi Leh, 15 to 30 minutes by boat from Tonsai. There is no beach; the island is a dive and snorkel site with steep walls, soft corals, leopard sharks and turtles, and it is one of the most famous dive spots in the Phi Phi area. Inside the national park, so the park fee applies.
The inner Bida pinnacle, a few hundred metres north of Bida Nok and just south of Phi Phi Leh. Like its twin it has no beach and is visited for diving and snorkelling along its walls and boulders, with reef sharks, barracuda and large schools of fish. Boats from Tonsai take 15 to 30 minutes.
Shallow reef off the eastern end of Long Beach on Phi Phi Don where blacktip reef sharks patrol in the early morning. Reached by longtail from Tonsai or by swimming out from Long Beach; dive centres run guided 'Shark Watch' snorkel trips (The Adventure Club 1,600 THB, 2026). Best conditions November to April, calm mornings.
85 m car ferry that sank in 1997 between Phuket and Phi Phi, now lying at 18 to 32 m and the best-known wreck dive of the region, usually combined with Shark Point and Anemone Reef. Offered as a day trip by several Phi Phi dive centres (for example The Adventure Club at 4,900 THB) for Advanced or wreck-experienced divers.
Pair of submerged pinnacles in the open sea between Phuket and Phi Phi, a marine sanctuary famous for leopard sharks, soft corals and carpets of anemones. Dived together with the nearby King Cruiser wreck on full-day trips from Phi Phi; note that the 'Shark Point' snorkel spot off Long Beach on Phi Phi Don (Hin Bida area) is a different place.
Remote twin pinnacles ('red rock' and 'purple rock') far south of Phi Phi near Koh Lanta, considered among Thailand's top dive sites for deep walls, purple soft corals, manta rays and whale sharks in season. Reached from Phi Phi only on long full-day trips offered by some centres (Phi Phi Scuba, Sea Frog) in good weather; advanced divers.
The famous beach of 'The Beach' on Phi Phi Leh, managed by Hat Noppharat Thara - Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park. Closed every year from 1 August to 30 September (confirmed for 2024, 2025 and 2026) together with Loh Samah and Loh Ko bays; reopens 1 October. Boats land at the Loh Samah pier on the back side and visitors walk 5 to 10 minutes across a boardwalk; swimming is not allowed (knee-deep wading only), each group gets about one hour, the park admits up to 375 people per hour between roughly 07:00 and 18:00. National park fee for the Phi Phi islands: 400 THB per foreign adult and 200 THB per child (Thai 40/20 THB), paid separately unless the tour includes it; oxybenzone sunscreens are banned.
The classic half-day boat trip from Tonsai Pier around Phi Phi Leh: snorkel stop in Pileh Lagoon, photo stop at Viking Cave (no landing), Loh Samah bay and a landing at Maya Bay when it is open, often with Monkey Beach and a shark snorkel spot added. Shared longtail trips sell on the island for about 650 to 950 THB per person (half day to full day), private longtails from about 3,500 THB for two people, speedboat versions 1,300 to 1,700 THB; the 400 THB national park fee is usually extra. Tours still run in August and September without the Maya Bay landing.
Longtail or speedboat trip to the two small islands north of Phi Phi Don: Bamboo Island (Koh Mai Phai) with its white sand beach and shallow reef, and Mosquito Island (Koh Yung), which is mainly a snorkel stop with no beach landing. No facilities on Bamboo Island, so bring food and water; the national park fee applies. 2026 island prices: private longtail half day from 4,000 THB and full day from 5,000 THB per boat, shared full-day longtail trips combining Maya Bay and Bamboo Island from 849 THB per person, sunset speedboat to Bamboo Island 1,299 THB.
Small sand cove with a resident troop of macaques on the western arm of Loh Dalum bay, the easiest 'excursion' from the village: about 50 minutes by rented kayak from Loh Dalum beach or a short longtail hop from Tonsai Pier, and a standard stop on every boat tour. Do not feed or touch the monkeys and keep bags closed; snorkelling off the beach.
Sit-on-top kayaks are rented straight off the sand along Loh Dalum beach and from several beachfront hotels and tour desks, for about 100 THB per hour (2026 guide). Typical paddles are to Monkey Beach on the western arm of the bay or along the cliffs; the bay is calm in the morning and empties far out at low tide.
Late-afternoon longtail trip from Tonsai Pier to watch the sunset from the water and then snorkel in the dark where bioluminescent plankton glows around you (best on moonless nights). Sold by most tour desks and dive shops: shared half-day longtail with plankton about 700 THB per person, The Adventure Club sunset plankton tour 1,600 THB, private 1.5-hour longtail from Blue View Divers 2,600 THB, private from about 3,500 THB for two.
Pirate-themed party cruise on a wooden boat departing daily from Relax Bar in the village (check-in 11:30) and returning around 19:30: Maya Bay (outside the August to September closure), Monkey Beach, Loh Samah, Viking Cave and Pileh Lagoon with snorkelling, kayaks, paddleboards and a jump platform, then fried rice at sunset and a boat party on the way back. 1,800 THB per person including the national park fee when booked direct (300 THB deposit).
Backpacker party boat run by the Blanco hostel group since 2013, leaving daily from Blanco Beach Bar on Loh Dalum (check-in 12:45, departure 13:30, back 19:00). Route: Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Pileh Lagoon, Loh Samah, Maya Bay when open, and a sunset point, with snorkelling and drinks on board. 1,600 THB per person including the national park fee (500 THB online deposit, 1,100 THB cash on the day).
Private longtail charter brand of the Visa Travel Team agency (established 2006) with its desk at 125/2 Moo 7 in Tonsai Village. Fixed-price private boats for two people: half-day Phi Phi Leh or Phi Phi Don 3,500 THB, plankton trip 3,500 THB, Bamboo Island half day 4,000 THB, full-day private longtail 5,000 THB, 'luxury' longtail half day 9,000 THB, plus packages with Phuket or Krabi transfers. Open daily 08:00 to 23:00.
Licensed tour agency (TAT 34/02699) at 54/12 Moo 7 near Tonsai Pier selling the full menu of island trips: shared half-day longtail 650 THB, half-day longtail with plankton 700 THB, sunrise Maya Bay trip 700 THB, one-day shared longtail 950 THB, half-day speedboat 1,300 THB, early-bird and sunset speedboats 1,300 to 1,700 THB, Blanco party boat 1,700 THB, Pirate Boat 2,100 THB, private longtails from 3,500 THB and private speedboats from 10,000 THB for two, jungle trek 1,500 THB and Discover Scuba 3,800 THB. Open daily 08:00 to 22:00.
Tour desk at 58/19 Moo 7 near the pier, attached to the Blue Flow and Blue Horizon hostels, with some of the cheapest shared trips on the island: small-group longtail to Maya Bay 1,200 THB, sunrise group longtail 699 THB, one-day group longtail Maya Bay and Bamboo Island 849 THB, group sunset or sunrise speedboats 1,299 THB, private half-day longtail from 3,000 THB, a Muay Thai training session (1 h 15, 700 THB) and ferry and speedboat tickets (ferry 600 THB, speedboat Phuket 850 THB). Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.
Small tour operator on Soi Chao Koh next to Tonsai Pier selling private longtail tours (four-hour Phi Phi Leh trip, sunset deluxe tour) and island-hopping packages with pickup at the pier.
Private-only tour company (Five Star Group Thailand, since 2014) with a Phi Phi desk at 125/30 Moo 7, running full-day private longtail and speedboat tours around the Phi Phi islands including sunrise speedboat departures, with guide and boat exclusive to your group; also James Bond Island, Similan and Krabi trips from Phuket or Krabi. Early-bird discount of 1,000 THB per booking when reserved 30 days ahead.
Boutique boat tour operator based at Tonsai Pier offering a four-hour shared longtail tour (2,200 THB per person from Phi Phi, 4,200 THB with transfer from Phuket, Krabi, Ao Nang or Koh Lanta), a three-hour solo 'Lone Wolf' private longtail (3,500 THB), private VIP longtails from 5,900 THB and private speedboats for four hours to a full day from 19,000 THB; fins 200 THB, paddleboard 500 THB.
One-man private longtail and snorkelling operator based behind SAii Phi Phi Island Village on Loh Bagao bay in the north of the island, run by a qualified dive guide. Trips to Maya Bay, Monkey Beach, Viking Cave, Camel Rock and the northern islands, booked directly by phone, WhatsApp or Facebook. Open 07:00 to 22:00.
Small tour desk near SAii Phi Phi Island Village on Loh Bagao bay, running daily island and snorkel trips by longtail for guests staying in the north of Phi Phi Don. Open daily 07:00 to 21:00.
Longtail taxi and tour stand in front of The Beach Bar at Tonsai Pier, the place to hire a boat to Long Beach, Laem Tong or Monkey Beach on the spot or to book a private half-day trip. Open daily 06:30 to 19:30.
Guided afternoon hike run by Phi Phi Travel and Tours from its office near the pier: about 8 km over four viewpoints and through the jungle to the villages on the far side of the island, a swim in a secret bay with a cave, a sunset cocktail stop and the return to Tonsai by longtail with a swim in glowing plankton. Daily 14:00 to 20:00, 1,500 THB per person with English-speaking guide (1,850 THB in French or Spanish), ages 6 and up.
Rock climbing shop in the eastern lanes of Tonsai Village below the viewpoint steps, the island's remaining guide service for the limestone crags of Phi Phi Don such as Tonsai Tower and the walls above Ao Nui. Guided climbing for beginners and experienced climbers plus gear rental.
Thai cooking school attached to Pum Restaurant in Tonsai Village, the island's established cooking class: short lessons or longer courses where you cook several Thai dishes and eat them afterwards, with classes starting at 13:00 (2026 guide). Part of the Pum Thai Food Chain brand that also runs schools in Phuket and Chiang Mai.
Bar in the middle of Tonsai Village built around a full-size boxing ring where Muay Thai bouts are staged every night; after the scheduled fights, members of the audience can volunteer to box each other wearing gloves and headgear. Pool tables, loud music and a backpacker crowd; free to watch with a drink.
Small memorial garden and tsunami building between the village and Loh Dalum beach commemorating the victims of the 26 December 2004 tsunami, which destroyed most of Tonsai Village; plaques with names and the nearby tsunami evacuation tower. Free, always open.
Coastal path from the eastern end of Tonsai Bay past Bay View Resort and Hin Khom beach to Long Beach, about 30 to 40 minutes on foot with a few rocky and root-covered sections; rocky parts are easier at low tide. Alternative is a longtail taxi from Tonsai Pier. Long Beach has the best swimming near the village and the blacktip shark snorkel spot at its eastern end.
Jungle trail from the top of the village (signposted left turn between two houses near Phuphaya Resort, below Viewpoint 2) over the ridge to Nui Bay, a small west-coast cove with good snorkelling. Roughly 40 to 60 minutes each way; the beach itself can only be entered at low tide, otherwise it is a longtail stop.
Quiet northern bay on the west coast of Phi Phi Don beyond Nui Bay, with the ruins of the old La Na fishermen's village; reached on foot via the trail north from Viewpoint 3 or Nui Bay, or by longtail. No facilities, mainly visited for solitude and snorkelling.
Spa of the SAii Phi Phi Island Village resort on Loh Bagao bay in the north of the island, with Thai massage and treatments; the resort also sells a day BEACH PASS with sunbed and meal for non-guests and rents kayaks, paddleboards and snorkel gear at its Marine Discovery Centre.
All public ferries and shared speedboats use Tonsai Pier on the south side of Phi Phi Don (a few resort speedboats also serve Laem Tong). Phuket Rassada Pier: ferries about 2 hours, 450 to 700 THB, several daily (morning, early and mid afternoon); speedboats about 1 hour, 800 to 1,000 THB. Krabi Klong Jilad Pier: ferries about 2 hours, 450 to 500 THB; Ao Nang and Railay from about 430 THB. Koh Lanta Saladan: ferries run 1 November to 30 April (about 1 hour, from 450 THB), speedboats about 30 minutes (600 to 700 THB). Koh Lipe: no direct boat found; seasonal connections go via Koh Lanta with Tigerline or Satun Pakbara speedboats. Sailings are reduced in the May to October low season and can be cancelled in rough weather.
Phuket-based ferry and speedboat company and the main operator on the Phuket route: Royal Jet Cruiser ferries Phuket Rassada to Phi Phi Tonsai (2 to 3 hours, from 700 THB, three seat classes), speedboats Phuket to Tonsai from 850 THB and Phuket to Laem Tong from 1,000 THB (08:20 departure from Laem Tong), Nautica Express ferries Krabi to Phi Phi (2 hours, from 450 THB) and Phi Phi to Koh Lanta (1 hour, from 450 THB), plus a Laem Tong to Tonsai shuttle (200 THB).
Long-running operator of the Andaman island chain (Siri Lanta Co.): Phuket to Phi Phi speedboats (about 45 minutes, 500 to 1,000 THB), Phi Phi to Koh Lanta (about 30 minutes, several daily, 500 to 1,000 THB) and onward Koh Lanta to Koh Lipe (2 to 2.5 hours), which is the usual seasonal way from Phi Phi to Lipe. Boats run daily 07:00 to 18:30 with schedules varying by season.
Satun-based speedboat company serving Phi Phi year-round: Phuket Rassada to Phi Phi (08:30, 1 hour, 700 to 800 THB), Phi Phi to Koh Lanta Saladan (09:30, 30 minutes, 400 to 700 THB) and Phi Phi to Koh Ngai (09:30, 1.5 hours), with connections south towards Koh Lipe in the high season.
Speedboat operator linking Phuket, Phi Phi, Koh Lanta and the islands down to Koh Lipe: Phuket Rassada to Phi Phi 08:30 (1 hour, 700 to 800 THB), Phi Phi to Phuket 09:30, Phi Phi to Koh Lanta Saladan 09:30 (30 minutes, 600 to 700 THB), continuing to Koh Ngai, Koh Mook, Koh Kradan and Koh Lipe in the November to April season.
Conventional ferry on the Tonsai to Phuket Rassada route, departing Phi Phi at 09:00 and taking about 2 hours (400 to 450 THB); the morning sailing from Phuket makes a sightseeing loop past Phi Phi Leh and Maya Bay before docking in Tonsai.
Passenger ferry from Koh Lanta Saladan Pier to Tonsai Pier departing 08:00 and arriving about 09:00 (400 to 600 THB), part of the seasonal Koh Lanta to Phi Phi link that generally runs from November to April.
The outer of the two Bida limestone pinnacles south of Phi Phi Leh, 15 to 30 minutes by boat from Tonsai. There is no beach; the island is a dive and snorkel site with steep walls, soft corals, leopard sharks and turtles, and it is one of the most famous dive spots in the Phi Phi area. Inside the national park, so the park fee applies.
The inner Bida pinnacle, a few hundred metres north of Bida Nok and just south of Phi Phi Leh. Like its twin it has no beach and is visited for diving and snorkelling along its walls and boulders, with reef sharks, barracuda and large schools of fish. Boats from Tonsai take 15 to 30 minutes.
First of the three lookouts above Tonsai Village, reached by a steep concrete stairway from the eastern end of the village (about 15 to 20 minutes from the pier area). Landscaped garden with fruit sculptures and a small restaurant; views over the twin bays. Entry 50 THB cash (one ticket covers Viewpoint 1 and 2), open about 05:30 to 20:00; older guides still quote 30 THB.
The classic postcard viewpoint 10 to 15 minutes above Viewpoint 1, looking down on the hourglass of Tonsai and Loh Dalum bays with Phi Phi Leh behind. Small cafe at the top; crowded at sunset, quiet at sunrise. Entry 50 THB (included with Viewpoint 1), open about 06:00 to 19:30. From here a trail continues to Viewpoint 3 and down to Nui Bay and Loh Lana.
Highest and quietest of the three lookouts, a further 10 to 15 minutes along a rougher trail north of Viewpoint 2 with views over the east coast bays and the islands. Open about 05:30 to 18:30, no separate fee listed; sturdy shoes and water needed, slippery in the rainy season. The path from here descends to Ranti beach and the northern bays.
Crescent-shaped bay on the north side of the Tonsai isthmus, about one minute on foot from the ferry pier. The water is shallow and retreats a long way at low tide, so swimming is best around high tide; the sand is lined with beach bars that run fire shows after dark. A small tsunami memorial park sits at the eastern end of the beach.
The south-facing bay where all ferries and speedboats arrive at Tonsai Pier. The beach is narrow and busy with moored longtail boats, so it is used more as the island's harbour and for sunset views of the cliffs than for swimming; Loh Dalum is a one-minute walk across the isthmus. A 20 baht cleaning fee is collected from arriving visitors at the pier.
A roughly one kilometre stretch of white sand on the south coast, facing Phi Phi Leh, about 30 to 40 minutes on foot from Tonsai via the coastal path or a few minutes by longtail taxi from the pier. It is quieter than the village with a handful of resorts and restaurants, and the snorkelling just offshore is some of the best on Phi Phi Don. Blacktip reef sharks are regularly seen off the eastern end (see Shark Point).
About one kilometre of soft white sand on the east side of the island's northern tip, roughly 45 minutes by longtail from Tonsai or by resort speedboat. The beach is fronted by upscale resorts such as OUTRIGGER Phi Phi Island Resort and Phi Phi Holiday Resort, with a small sea-gypsy (Urak Lawoi) village at its southern end, and there is good snorkelling on the reef in front. Bamboo Island lies directly opposite across the channel.
An 800 metre beach on the north-east coast, 20 to 30 minutes by longtail from Tonsai Pier or a hilly walk of well over an hour. It is home to the SAii Phi Phi Island Village resort and the small village of Ban Loh Bagao with a few shops, laundries and restaurants. Swimming is good at high tide; the bay is shallow and partly rocky at low water.
A small, quiet bay on the east coast with a couple of simple bungalow resorts and a fishing hamlet. It is reached by longtail from Tonsai in about 20 minutes or on foot from Viewpoint 3 along a steep jungle trail. The water is calm and swimmable at high tide; at low tide the bay is shallow and rocky.
Also spelled Rantee, this secluded east-coast beach lies directly below the viewpoint ridge and is reached by a 30 to 40 minute downhill trail from Viewpoint 2 or by a short longtail ride from Tonsai. It has a few family-run bungalows and a small shop, coarse sand and a reef at both ends that is good for snorkelling. Bring cash; there are no ATMs.
A tiny cove with white sand and clear water on the west coast, enclosed by limestone cliffs. Most visitors arrive by longtail or kayak; the walking approach from Loh Bagao crosses the ridge and the final stretch along the shore is only passable at low tide. Snorkelling off the rocks is good and there are no facilities, so bring water.
A long, shallow bay on the north-west coast with a small fishing village (Ban Loh Lana) and almost no tourist development. It can be reached by longtail or by a roughly 30 minute walk across the island from Loh Bagao. The water is calm but shallow at low tide, so it suits wading and kayaking more than swimming.
Small white-sand cove on the western arm of Loh Dalum Bay, about 10 minutes by kayak from Loh Dalum beach or a short longtail hop from Tonsai. A troop of long-tailed macaques lives here; they are wild and will grab food, so do not feed them. The water is clear with coral close to shore, which makes it a regular stop on snorkelling trips.
A quiet, largely undeveloped beach on the east coast just north of Long Beach, reached by a 15 to 20 minute trail over the headland from the eastern end of Long Beach or by longtail. The sand is backed by trees that give shade, and the bay is good for swimming at high tide but rocky when the water is out. Bring your own food and water.
A narrow, fjord-like inlet on the west coast between Monkey Beach and Nui Bay, enclosed by tall limestone walls with a tiny beach at its head. It is only accessible from the water and is a popular kayak destination from Loh Dalum (allow about an hour of paddling each way) or a stop on longtail trips. The sheltered green water is good for swimming at high tide.
The 200 metre beach on Phi Phi Leh made famous by the film The Beach, closed from June 2018 to January 2022 to let the reef recover. Boats no longer enter the bay: visitors land at a floating pier in Loh Samah Bay and walk about five minutes over a boardwalk, visits are limited to about one hour and a maximum of 375 people per hour, and swimming is banned (wading to knee depth only, fines apply). The bay is closed every year from 1 August to 30 September (reopened 1 October 2026) and the national park fee is 400 baht for foreign adults and 200 baht for children, usually collected by the tour operator.
Small bay on the southern tip of Phi Phi Leh, directly behind Maya Bay. Since 2022 it is the landing point for Maya Bay: boats tie up at a floating pier and visitors walk the boardwalk across the island. The bay itself is a good snorkelling spot with juvenile blacktip reef sharks, sergeant majors and parrotfish, though it gets crowded mid-morning. Closed with Maya Bay from 1 August to 30 September.
A long, narrow inlet on the east side of Phi Phi Leh, about 600 metres deep and walled by limestone cliffs around 100 metres high. The water is shallow, calm and turquoise over a sandy bottom; there is no coral inside the lagoon but snorkelling is possible near the entrance. It is part of almost every Phi Phi boat tour and is busiest in the late morning, so early or late visits are quieter. Covered by the national park fee.
Tham Phaya Nak, a 170 metre cave at the foot of the north-east cliffs of Phi Phi Leh, named after old boat paintings on its walls. Edible swiftlet nests are still harvested here under a guarded concession, and the cave has been closed to visitors for years, so tour boats only slow down to view it from the water. Snorkelling along the cliffs nearby is good.
A flat, uninhabited island about 8 kilometres north-east of Phi Phi Don, 30 to 40 minutes by longtail from Tonsai or opposite Laem Tong, with white sand all round and a reef that is good for snorkelling. It is part of Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park: the 400 baht (adult) / 200 baht (child) park fee applies and rangers run a small station and campsite. It is very busy with tour boats in high season, especially around midday.
The national park campsite on Bamboo Island, the only place in the Phi Phi group where visitors can officially sleep on an uninhabited island. Camping is arranged with the park rangers on the island (tents are usually available for rent) and you must organise a longtail to drop you off and collect you; bring food and drinking water. Check availability with the national park before travelling, as the site can close in the monsoon.
Small rocky island just west of Bamboo Island with a narrow beach on its east side and a fringing reef that was once a standard snorkelling stop. The national park closed Ko Yung to visitors in 2016 to let the damaged coral recover and tours have since only passed by; confirm with your operator whether landing or snorkelling is currently allowed.
The rocky point at the eastern end of Long Beach where snorkellers swim out from the sand to watch blacktip reef sharks, usually up to about two metres long and harmless to people. Early morning and late afternoon at high tide give the best chance; the sharks are shy, so float quietly. Not to be confused with the Shark Point dive site (Hin Musang) north-west of Phi Phi near the King Cruiser wreck.
A large, shallow submerged reef in the channel between the northern tip of Phi Phi Don and Bamboo Island. There is nothing above the water, so it is visited by boat on snorkelling and dive trips for its hard coral gardens, anemones and dense reef fish; currents can be noticeable, so stay close to the boat. Inside the national park.
Lookout on the ridge of the northern part of the island on the walking route between Loh Bagao and Nui Bay, with views down onto the cove and the west coast cliffs. The trail starts behind the SAii Phi Phi Island Village resort and is unpaved; allow 20 to 30 minutes uphill and wear proper shoes.
Rocky lookout on the west side of the northern headland, reached by a short trail of about 10 to 15 minutes from the northern end of Laem Tong Beach near OUTRIGGER Phi Phi Island Resort. It faces west over the Andaman Sea and is the spot where Laem Tong guests go for sunset, since the beach itself faces east. The path is rough in places; bring a torch for the walk back.
The island's small government hospital at the western end of the village next to Phi Phi Cabana Hotel. It handles emergencies, first aid and basic treatment; serious cases are stabilised and transferred by boat to Krabi or Phuket.
Private international clinic with 24/7 emergency service, doctors, laboratory, X-ray and air-conditioned observation rooms, and support with insurance claims. Main building at 125/131 Moo 7 on the Tonsai East side; smaller Worldmed branches operate in the village and near the pier.
Smaller Worldmed clinic on the Loh Dalum side of the village, a short walk from the beach bars. Opening hours and services are more limited than at the main centre.
Worldmed referral clinic and the WA aesthetic clinic on the main lane through the village, run by the same group as Worldmed Center. For emergencies go to the main Worldmed Center on the Tonsai East side.
Private clinic on the main lane near Fresh Mart and The Star Pharmacy, formerly part of the Siam International Clinic group from Phuket. Check locally whether it is still operating under this name.
Bank branch near the pier end of the village with ATM and currency exchange; banks in Tonsai are the only ones on the island, so withdraw cash before heading to the east or north coast beaches.
24-hour convenience store. On the lane between the village centre and Loh Dalum beach, next to The Star Pharmacy. Prices are a little higher than on the mainland because everything arrives by boat.
24-hour convenience store. In the village centre next to the post office and PP Supermarket. Prices are a little higher than on the mainland because everything arrives by boat.
24-hour convenience store. On the main street south of the market, near One Stop Pharmacy. Prices are a little higher than on the mainland because everything arrives by boat.
24-hour convenience store. On the lane between Tonsai Pier and the village centre. Prices are a little higher than on the mainland because everything arrives by boat.
The island's main pier where all ferries and speedboats from Phuket, Krabi, Ao Nang and Ko Lanta arrive and depart, with ticket counters, hotel pick-up and the longtail taxi stand. Arriving visitors pay a 20 baht cleaning fee at the pier gate; luggage is carried into the village by handcart.
Concrete pier on the west side of the Laem Tong headland, used by the local village and by resort boats when the east-facing beach is too rough for landing. Resort speedboats and longtails from Tonsai otherwise land directly on Laem Tong Beach.
Beach landing on Laem Tong where longtail taxis from Tonsai (about 45 minutes) and resort transfer boats drop guests. Agree the fare before boarding; there is no fixed schedule.
Longtail boats shuttle between Tonsai Pier and the eastern end of Long Beach throughout the day, taking about five to ten minutes. Fares are per person and higher after dark; agree the price before boarding, and note that boats stop running late in the evening.
Thailand Post branch in the village centre next to a 7-Eleven, for postcards, parcels and poste restante. For anything important it is quicker to post from Phuket or Krabi.
Police post in the southern part of the village on the way to Tonsai East, about 500 metres from the pier; officers generally speak some English. The national Tourist Police hotline is 1155 and the general emergency number 191.
The village mosque in Tonsai East; most of Phi Phi Don's permanent residents are Muslim and the call to prayer is heard across the village. Dress modestly around it and avoid loud behaviour during prayer times.
The island's small fresh market in the village centre behind the post office, where locals buy fish, fruit and vegetables in the morning; a few stalls sell cheap Thai food.
Evacuation tower near the eastern end of Loh Dalum beach, built after the 26 December 2004 tsunami that destroyed about 70 percent of the buildings on the isthmus. Blue tsunami evacuation signs throughout the village point to high ground.
Several travel agents and shops within a minute of the pier keep bags for day-trippers and people waiting for a late ferry, charged per bag per day. Ask at the ticket counters if you cannot find one.
Tap water on Phi Phi is not drinkable. Bottled water is sold in every minimart and 7-Eleven, and some guesthouses, dive shops and cafes refill bottles for a few baht to cut plastic waste; ask where you stay.
Maya Bay was shut from 2018 to 2022 so the reef could recover, and it came back with corals and blacktip sharks. Today boats stay outside, visitors walk in over a boardwalk and nobody swims. The same rule books protect Bamboo Island and the Bida pinnacles. The park fee you pay on the boat is what keeps it that way.
Sunrise from the viewpoint, a longtail boat to Phi Phi Leh at nine, Long Beach in the afternoon, sunset on Loh Dalum and then the lanes of Tonsai Village. Phi Phi Don is small where it matters, everything in the village is close, and you walk or take a boat.
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