Buddha Raksa
A 3-star resort on Ko Pha-ngan, a short walk from Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach, with a garden, on-site massage and diving, snorkelling and hiking nearby.
Buddha Raksa is a 3-star resort on Ko Pha-ngan, about 200 m from Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach, with a garden, on-site massage and activities such as diving, snorkelling, canoeing and hiking.
The rooms range from an 18 m² bungalow and a 22 m² deluxe suite to a 50 m² villa with a mountain view, a full kitchen and a balcony or terrace. Each room has its own private entrance and air conditioning, and pets are allowed. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms.
Thong Nai Pan Yai is a bay with hills rising behind the beach, and Wat Thong Nai Pan, a pagoda about 100 m away, is close to the resort. Check-in runs from 14:00 to 20:00 and check-out is at 12:00.
Highlights
Room types
Every room at Buddha Raksa has air conditioning and a private entrance. Sizes run from 18 m² to 50 m², and capacity runs from two to four guests. The rooms range from a bungalow and a deluxe suite to a house with a kitchenette and a villa with a full kitchen, a balcony or terrace and a mountain view.
The deluxe suite and the bungalow each have a king bed. The villa and the house offer a choice of bed set-ups. Every room has a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, and mosquito nets are fitted over the beds.
Villa with Private Pool
- Full kitchen
- Balcony/terrace
- Mountain view
With 50 m² of space and a mountain view, this villa sleeps up to four guests. It has a full kitchen and a balcony or terrace, a private bathroom with a shower and toiletries, and a choice of bed set-ups.
Deluxe Suite
from US$32 per night
- Private bathroom
- Coffee/tea maker
- Refrigerator
This 22 m² suite sleeps two guests in a king bed. It has a private bathroom with a shower, a coffee and tea maker, a refrigerator and an alarm clock, with air conditioning and a private entrance.
One-Bedroom House
from US$43 per night
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Ground floor available
At 28 m², this house sleeps two guests and has a kitchenette, a refrigerator and a coffee and tea maker. The private bathroom has a shower, and the ground floor location is available for the room.
One-Bedroom Bungalow
- Balcony/terrace
- Private bathroom
- Mosquito net
This 18 m² bungalow has a king bed for two guests, a private bathroom with a shower and a balcony or terrace. It also has mosquito nets, air conditioning and a private entrance, and the bathroom includes toiletries and towels.
Hotel facilities & services
Free parking is available at Buddha Raksa, and free Wi-Fi covers all rooms. The resort also has a family room, a shuttle service, a laundry service and a doctor or nurse on call.
For activities, guests can go canoeing, diving, fishing, hiking and snorkelling, or play a round of mini golf. Massage is available on site, and the garden and terrace give guests space to relax outdoors.
Pets are allowed, and there are BBQ facilities for guests. Air conditioning is fitted in the public areas as well. The shuttle and laundry services are both available, and guests who want to stay active can combine a morning hike with an afternoon of canoeing or a massage.
General facilities
- Air conditioning in public area
- Massage
- Canoeing
- Diving
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Mini golf course
- Snorkeling
- Shuttle service
- Laundry service
- Family room
- Doctor/nurse on call
- Garden
- Terrace
- Pets allowed
Parking
- Free parking
Food & drink
- BBQ facilities
Media & technology
- Free WiFi in all rooms
- Internet services
- WiFi in public areas
Location & what to see
Buddha Raksa sits in the Thong Nai Pan Yai area of Ko Pha-ngan, a bay where hills rise behind the beach and the sand is about 200 m from the resort. The setting is green and leafy, with forest tracks climbing into the hills behind the bay, and the beach is a short walk from the resort's own grounds.
Wat Thong Nai Pan, a pagoda about 100 m away, is the closest sight, and Khao Lat Mai Kaeo, a peak about 1.3 km inland, is reached through the hill country that surrounds the bay. The Than Sadet waterfall lies about 2.9 km away, in the same forested hills. Ko Pha-ngan has no airport and is not linked to Ko Samui by road, so the nearest airport, Samui Airport, which is 24.8 km away on Ko Samui, is reached by air and then by boat to the island.
A good day here starts with a swim at Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach and a walk to the pagoda, followed by a visit to the waterfall in the afternoon. Canoeing and snorkelling are possible from the bay, and the massage on site is a simple way to end the day after a longer walk.
What guests say
Travellers rate the service and the location (7.5 each) most highly, and cleanliness also scores well at 7.2.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a night at Buddha Raksa cost?
Rates at Buddha Raksa change with the season, the room and your dates, so the best way to see a current price is to check live rates and availability for your dates.
How do I get to Buddha Raksa?
The closest airport is Samui Airport (USM), 24.8 km away on Ko Samui, and Surat Thani Airport on the mainland is 122.6 km away. Ko Pha-ngan has no airport and is not linked to Ko Samui by road, so the final stage of the journey is by boat. Once you reach the island, the resort is a short walk from Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach and the rest of the bay, and guests with their own vehicle can use the free parking.
What is near Buddha Raksa?
Wat Thong Nai Pan, a pagoda 100 m away, and Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach, 200 m away, are the closest sights. Ao Ta Pan Yai and the Ao Chaloklum Bay are further along the coast, and Khao Lat Mai Kaeo, a peak, is 1.3 km away. The Than Sadet waterfall is 2.9 km away, and a 7 Eleven convenience store is 300 m from the resort.
Does Buddha Raksa allow pets?
Yes, pets are allowed at Buddha Raksa, so travellers who bring an animal with them can stay at the resort.
Is parking available at Buddha Raksa?
Yes, free parking is available at Buddha Raksa for guests who travel with their own vehicle, so a car or motorbike can be left at the resort while you explore the bay and the island.
What time is check-in at Buddha Raksa?
Check-in at Buddha Raksa runs from 14:00 to 20:00, and check-out is at 12:00 on the day of departure, so rooms are available from the afternoon.
Are children welcome at Buddha Raksa?
Yes, children are welcome at Buddha Raksa. Children aged 0 to 11 can stay for free if they use the existing bedding, and extra beds depend on the room you choose and come at an additional charge.
Is massage available at Buddha Raksa?
Yes, Buddha Raksa offers massage on site, and the garden gives guests a quiet place to relax outdoors after a session.
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