Thailand Guide
The east coast
Ao Noi Na
West of Na Dan, the island's north coast – known simply as AO NOI NA even though it's not strictly a single bay – has a refreshingly normal village feel compared to the rest of Samet. There are an increasing number of places to stay along the narrow coastal road here, offering serene views across the water to the mainland hills behind Ban Phe, and just one white-sand beach of note at the far western end. Though this beach has been hogged by the luxurious Mooban Talay Resort, it's not private and you can walk there from Na Dan pier in about 25 minutes.