Less Expensive Beachfront Areas Of Thailand

[Hal65]

Hi,

I'm considering an extended stay in Thailand (nothing set yet, but I have the opportunity if I want)

I looking for peaceful living in a beachfront property (small single room apartment with bathroom is fine). THe beach must be nice - I don't require a perfect picturesque beach, but it nice enough that it's always tempting me for a leisurely swim (or kayaking)

Other requirements are reliable internet access (I work online) & reasonably close to grocery shopping.

I'm looking for the least expensive area that meets this criteria. What are some good options?

[dmax]

koh chang, beachfront bungalows on white sands beach resort for 400 up to 900 a nite. with internet near by. koh chang is beautifull !!

[Hal65]

koh chang look beautiful! I work quite a bit though (some days I do nothing but eat/work) so I would like internet access right fro mmy rental unit. Are there any other options for this setup?

[happyrobert]

Koh Chang is a great place to visit but a bad place to live long term. LT housing is minimal and they will go to great extremes to take advantage of newbie farang.

Suggest Trat mainland. Or, ifyou have a few extra $'s, Hua Hin.

[KRS1]

Rayong or Ban Phe then Samed island is just a boat ride away.

[mrbojangles]

Rayong or Ban Phe then Samed island is just a boat ride away.

I concur with the above, however the prices seem to be climbing at the moment.

[keestha]

Check out the many small quiet beach resorts in Prachuabkhirikhan province (south of Hua Hin), going from north to south: Pranburi, Sam Roi Yot, Thap Sakae, Ban Krut, Bang Saphan Yai, Bang Saphan Noi.

[hoppla]

If you like a bit of quiet and dont mind being a bit remote from the tourist spots like Pattaya, Hua Hin, Phuket,...then I'd say Prachuab (an hour south of Hua Hin) is a nice place to stay.