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Is Lipa Noi good for families and couples?

Is Lipa Noi good for families and couples?
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Yes, if you want a slower pace with slightly more going on than Taling Ngam. Lipa Noi is on the island's west side, so sunsets are the highlight, along with a quiet beach, horse riding and relaxed beachfront dinners. Nathon, an often overlooked town, is close by. Allow 45 minutes to an hour from the airport.

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    Lipa Noi: a quiet beach with sunsets and a little more going on

    Lipa Noi is on the west side of the island, with a slower pace, a quiet beach and great sunsets. There is slightly more going on here than in Taling Ngam, and Nathon, an often overlooked town, is close by. Allow 45 minutes to an hour from the airport.

    One thing worth knowing: at certain times of the year the tide goes far out. It won't dampen a stay, but it is good to be aware of.

    Lipa Noi Beach, Lipa Noi

    Lipa Noi Beach

    Lipa Noi

    Best for a quiet, beautiful escape from the crowds · Shallow water, shaded areas, one of the best sunsets on the island

    Lipa Noi: who it suits, and where to look if it doesn't

    Good for

    Families and couples who want a slow, quiet stay with great sunsets, and a little more to do than Taling Ngam. It also pairs well with a base up north: spend a few days sightseeing, then relax in Lipa Noi.

    Think twice if

    You want nightlife or lots to do on the doorstep, or you don't want to hire a car or scooter.

    If Lipa Noi isn't quite right:

    • Want somewhere even quieter? Try Taling Ngam.
    • Want more choice in the evenings? Try Fisherman's Village / Bo Phut, for couples or families.
    • Want a quiet north coast base instead? Try Maenam.

    Where to stay in Lipa Noi: a budget beachfront, a famous beach resort and a hilltop retreat

    Lipa Lodge, Nikki Beach and Ida B Domain are three very different places to stay in Lipa Noi. Lipa Lodge is the simple, budget beachfront pick. Nikki Beach is a famous name with a lively atmosphere and great sunsets, though music plays around the pool in the afternoon. Ida B Domain is a private luxury stay in the hills with panoramic views.

    Lipa Lodge Beach Resort, Lipa Noi

    Lipa Lodge Beach Resort

    Lipa Noi

    Best for a genuine budget stay on Lipa Noi's beach · Simple bungalow-style rooms · Lipa Noi

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    Nikki Beach, Lipa Noi

    Nikki Beach

    Lipa Noi

    Best for a lively beachfront stay with great sunsets · Pool music in the afternoon

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    Ida B Domain, Lipa Noi

    Ida B Domain

    Lipa Noi

    Best for a private, view-led luxury stay in the hills above Lipa Noi · Panoramic views of the Five Islands and Ang Thong National Marine Park

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    Eating and drinking in Lipa Noi: sunset dinner and drinks

    Evenings are quiet here. Have dinner at Eat by the Sand or drinks at Chill Inn while the sun goes down, then head back to your hotel.

    Eat by the Sand, Lipa Noi

    Eat by the Sand

    Lipa Noi

    Best for relaxed beachfront dining with sunset views

    Chill Inn, Lipa Noi

    Chill Inn

    Lipa Noi

    Best for relaxed, no-frills sunset food and drinks

    Beyond the beach in Lipa Noi: horse riding, Thai culture and The Xperience

    Sunset horse riding on the beach is the main activity, and it needs booking ahead. Dusit Dheva Cultural Center is a short stop for Thai architecture and culture, and The Xperience is a day pass unlike anything else on the island. Nathon is also close by. It isn't part of Lipa Noi and isn't worth a whole day, but there are some good places to go.

    Fisherman's Horse Riding, Lipa Noi

    Fisherman's Horse Riding

    Lipa Noi

    Best for a sunset ride along the beach

    Dusit Dheva Cultural Center, Lipa Noi

    Dusit Dheva Cultural Center

    Lipa Noi

    Best for seeing Thai architecture and culture · A short stop rather than a full day

    The Xperience, Lipa Noi

    The Xperience

    Lipa Noi

    Best for something you won't find anywhere else on the island · Art, pools and projection mapping

    Getting around Lipa Noi: a car or scooter is best

    If you want to go exploring, a car or scooter is the best way to get around Lipa Noi. Grab is not reliable here, but your hotel can organise a taxi. That only matters if you plan to leave your hotel: many guests stay put, enjoy the beach and watch the sunset. It is 45 minutes to an hour from the airport.

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