Situated amongst the shady palms on tranquil Ban Tai beach, Dew Shore Resort has been making its guests feel part of the family for over a decade. Their spacious and beautiful gardens provide the perfect setting you to relax and unwind in this desert island paradise. The resort is conveniently located in between Thong Sala and Had Rin, near the fishing village of Ban Tai on the serene south-east coast of Koh Pha Ngan.
Whist the hospitality is good old Southern Thai, the facilities have changed with the times and over the years the family at Dew Shore have used their experience to develop the resort into the tropical paradise that it is now. From the moment you arrive, their friendly reception and efficient service make you feel so at home that you’ll never want to leave!

Ao Ban Tai has long been a favourite of many returning visitors to Koh Pha Ngan and is part of the long unbroken stretch of white sand beach that runs from Ban Khai right the way up to Thong Sala. Most of the land along the coastline has been farmed as coconut plantation and the area takes on a dreamy desert island feel with palms leaning in to the calm emerald sea. Ao Ban Tai has a broad beach that is protected from the high seas by the rich coral reef that follows the south and west coastline, providing a haven for beautiful and harmless marine life and a great place to go snorkelling.

The resorts are generously spaced on the long beach of Ao Ban Tai, making it easy to find solitude; and there are also a few beach bars if you fancy a drink under the stars. The fishing village of Ban Tai has some great places to try the local seafood and there are even a couple of party venues if you fancy dancing the night away on the white sand beach.

Dew Shore have a total of 20 well-maintained and spacious bungalows; tastefully decorated with sunset sea views over Koh Samui. All have bathrooms with Western fittings and come in a range of styles and prices to suit every traveller.

There are two deluxe Mediterranean villas with air-conditioning, hot water, refrigerator, tinted windows, ceramic floors, twin jumbo single beds and a separate seating area for you to relax in cool comfort. There are another six air-conditioned Mediterranean villas that have hot water, tinted windows, ceramic floors and a choice of either twin double or twin jumbo single beds. Dew Shore also have twelve fan bungalows that have wood panelled walls, a jumbo double bed and fly screens on all the doors and windows at very reasonable prices.

The restaurant at Dew Shore is set amongst the wonderful mature gardens with open walls so that there is barely a transition between outside and inside. It looks over tropical fish pools and through the palms, providing an image of paradise with picturesque sunset views over the bay. The extensive menu is reasonably priced with special regional Thai dishes, Western cuisine including Italian pasta and mashed potato, gourmet sandwiches and burgers, extensive salads and much more. If you want to sample the magnificent seafood that the Gulf of Thailand offers, Dew Shore provide a fresh daily selection of locally caught delicacies and the family will put together an exquisite seafood barbeque with an after-dinner fire on the beach for groups who order in advance. There is also bar in the restaurant where you can unwind and relax with a delicious cocktail or cold beer after a hard day on the beach.

Dew Shore offers a range of facilities and activities to make your stay more comfortable and enjoyable. Free snorkelling equipment is available to explore the rich coral reef off Ao Ban Tai that lays about 130 metres from the beach; protecting it from the incoming sea and creating a calm bay that is deep enough to swim in most tidal conditions. Another great way to check out the abundant local marine life is by taking a trip on Dew Shore’s traditional Thai longtail boat. Volleyball and badminton can be played on the beach, there’s a large communal hammock area for catching sunset and a satellite TV for live sporting events, movies and videos. There are telephone and laundry services provided and a travel booking service if you ever want to move on! Horse riding can be arranged, motorbikes and jeeps are available for hire and there’s a taxi service if you don’t want to drive.

If you’re looking for things to do and see around Ao Ban Tai, the south-east coast of Koh Pha Ngan is well connected and in a good position to explore anywhere on the island. Had Rin is only ten minutes drive away and Thong Sala, the main port, is just five minutes away. The rich coral reef that surrounds the south and west coast of the island is a haven for marine life, making the region a hotspot for divers and snorkelling enthusiasts alike. Boat trips are a popular way to explore the coast and even venture over to Angthong National Marine Park; with over 40 islands, a giant lagoon and impressive limestone caverns. The village of Ban Tai’s primary industry is fishing, thus there is a small marina in the centre of the village and plenty of cheap restaurants, great for sampling locally caught squid and seafood. There are several chilled beach bars in the bay and the infamous Black Moon Party and The Place are both top nightspots.

The region is fairly mountainous away from the coast, and there are a number of mountain trails and walks to follow; Phaeng and Sramanora waterfalls are both nearby, and there are guides at Phaeng waterfall who can take you to the top of the island for views all over Koh Pha Ngan. There are numerous other attractions such as the islands biggest tree and some of Koh Pha Ngan’s most impressive temples such as Wat Nai with it’s ancient Chedi and Wat Khao Tam, a meditation center.