Chaweng Noi · Beaches
Chaweng Noi Beach
The smaller, quieter bay just south of Chaweng, separated by a rocky headland. Soft sand, gentler sea than the main strip, popular with families and long-stay visitors. East-facing sunrise beach with free public access points between resorts.
- Free
- Chaweng Noi
- about 3 hours
Insider tips
- Noticeably quieter than Chaweng proper; sand is soft and the water deepens gradually. Parts of the shore are fronted by resorts, but public access points exist from the ring road.
The story
Chaweng Noi ('Little Chaweng') is the next bay south of Chaweng, cut off from the main beach by a small rocky headland - you cannot walk between the two along the shore. The bay is smaller, more sheltered and noticeably calmer than Chaweng, with soft pale sand and water that is usually gentle enough for relaxed swimming, which is why families and couples often prefer it. The shore is lined mostly with resorts and private villas rather than bars, so the atmosphere is quiet and low-key.
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The beach faces east and gets the sunrise. Local guides report that at low tide, especially at the southern end, rocks and driftwood can be exposed and the beach looks less attractive - one travel guide calls the low-tide southern part 'terrible', while other guides focus on the pleasant wide sand at normal water levels, so conditions clearly vary with tide. Public access exists through lanes between the resorts; parking near the public stretches is limited but usually free.
Reach it by following the road south from Chaweng over the headland. Songthaews on the ring road pass the junction, and it is about 20-25 minutes from the airport by car.
Good to know
- Open 24 hours
- Free
- about 3 hours
- December-April; mid to high tide for the best look and swimming
- Fully weather dependent
- Family friendly: Yes
- Good for couples: Yes
- Good for groups: Yes
- Scooter access: Yes
- Car access: Yes
Plan a visit
Free route: you go by your own scooter, car or on foot and we work out the order. Private tour: a local driver picks you up and takes you.
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