Name: High Life Bungalow
Address: 85 5 Moo 8 Haad Yao, Koh Phangan, 84280, TH

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2026

Maureen

My bungalow was amazing with perfect sea views

8/10

Excellent

20 Dec 2025

Ran

Very cute place with great pool area and restaurant. The staff over there are absolutely great! There's a direct access through the restaurant's stairs to the beach which is nice.
We stayed in the wooden bungalow, which is not in a great condition, a bit small and not so good facilities (bathroom, crack in the main door that insects can go through and more)
We would have taken the normal rooms which seems pretty good.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2025

Stefan

Beautiful restaurant, pool, and beach access from property. Extremely helpful staff with renting scooter and booking excursions and transportation. Views from our bungalow and resort pool were amazing.

Only downside was the bathroom wasn’t the cleanest, room only had one plug in, and we had quite a bit of ants in our room. Ants can be expected as we were surrounded by the jungle, however there was definitely a visible gap in the front door that they were getting through.

Otherwise a great stay and would stay again!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Jun 2025

James

Views, the pool area, the restaurant.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2025

Samantha

Beautiful property with very kind and helpful staff. You can easily rent motor bikes or get taxi’s to town. There are no elevators and a decent amount of stairs. It was fine for us but I could see how it might be a problem for older or disabled people.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2025

Luke

Functional bungalows with great sea view and balcony. Pool area is perfect, with the on-site restaurant serving high quality food and drink all day and fantastic service from the staff.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2025

Brandi

Cute bungalows, great service.

We really enjoyed our stay here. The location is lovely, especially the pool and restaurant with a great view. The restaurant had a great atmosphere and wonderful service. Prices aren’t cheap but quality and quantity of food portions is excellent. Shower was the only major flaw, shower head was broken and only worked at chin level, and I’m not a tall woman! Otherwise, great experience. I would recommend and stay again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jan 2025

Omar

Staff very friendly and courteous. Food at the resto was really good. Amazing view. Rooms clean and mostly modern. Beach a 2 minute walk down stairs

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

20 Oct 2024

William

Gfg

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2023

Jina

Everything was excellent. The room was spacious and clean, the staff are friendly, the location and views are stunning. And the food was delicious!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jan 2022

katrysha

Lovely place to stay with a great view. Staff was all friendly and attentive. Location is great, easy walk down some steps to the beach.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2021

Caroline

Wonderful bungalows in a fantastic location!

This place is fabulous! Private access to a wonderful beach, great bungalows with unbelievable views and a fantastic restaurant that serves cocktails by the pool with a great vibe. I honestly don’t understand how it am only be a 2.5 star place. The bungalows are basic but have everything you need and there are different levels depending on what you want. I will be back multiple times and I would definitely recommend!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2021

Jenn

Gorgeous views & comfy beds

Staff was awesome and allowed a late check in when our ferry was late. Top notch beds, views, location, great prices. Will definitely stay again!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 May 2019

Verified traveler

Fantastic location

Amazing views. Check in could have been smoother and friendlier. Bed to hard. Excellent pool with sea view. Some of the restaurant staff don't speak much English.

6/10

Pleasant

18 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Uninterested staff and they didn’t pick us up from ferry even though we emailed them

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2018

Ken

High Life is the place to be on Koh Phangan!

Love the High Life! Love Haad Yao, love Koh Phangan Thailand! The peeps at the High Life are the best! Tok, Noi, Bhoda they all try their best to make you feel at home and they do! If you get a chance to stay at the High Life you should... try the Thai Spicy Seafood Salad, try the Panang Curry with Chicken, definitely order the No Nane and wash it all down with a Sang Som and Coke! We’ll definitely be back at the High Life again!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Dec 2018

Anthony

Great price, close to beach

Great staff. Nice and quiet location. Close access to beach. Beds were a bit hard and wi-fi was spotty at times.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

10 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

The location is beautiful but the whole resort is not managed very well. Many things in the main area (e.g. pool) and in the bungalow were dirty or damaged. The staff was not very friendly and attentive. We did not feel very welcome during our stay

8/10

Excellent

01 Sep 2018

Andrew

Nice spot for the beach

These bungalows are set on the hillside and have direct beach access down 80 steps. The resort is made up of garden view and sea view bungalows and they are basic but ideal.

If you want to rent a scooter you need to visit a place next door and they also do laundry.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jul 2018

Tabitha

Highlife Bungalow was great!

The food was amazing! Some of the best on the island! The staff was very helpful and friendly and the pool was phenomenal! If you are looking for a great place to stay this is it!

Partner

4/10

Poor

24 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

OK, but you can do better than this one.

I don't feel it deserves the reviews that made me choose this place. The rooms are clean upon arrival, but in the four days I stayed there, they didn't clean them once. The next place I stayed in was much cheaper and they cleaned almost every day, replaced the water etc. Pool is nice, but its a walk to the beach down hill, which is ok, food is a little expensive and average. But the two things that I didn't like is that the guy really overcharged me for a bike hire, I found out, it was an old bike and he was charging 250 bhat a day, you can get one for 100 a day in this condition. Also, I left a swimming costume in my room and went back to get it, and it had magically disappeared, they said they threw it out. I guess these are small personal problems, but the other places I stayed in were much more personal, cheaper, and better.

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2018

Verified traveler

Awesome

Really gorgeous beach bungalows overlooking Gulf of Thailand with great beach scene only a stairway down the hill. Good food at the outdoor restaurant and away from the fullmoon party stuff. Definitely will stay again!!!!!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2018

Marjolaine

One of the best

Very very nice place. The view is amazing, the pool is the best. The cheaper rooms are perfect, clean, smell nice, bed really comphy. Just one thing, the food is just average at the best and more expensive than going just down the steps to the beach.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Apr 2018

pat

Nice hotel, good location

Over all a nice place to stay, but a lover priced for what you get. My room spacious, fairly clean, hot strong shower, the room was fairly clean, but could be better considering price. My room was at the top of the “cliff “ so I had a nice view but a lot of stairs to climb every time I came and went, which was often. For my purposes as I was there for a course I didn’t care about the view I needed to have easy access to room,asked for one a little closer to street level but not surprisingly they said they didnt have any other, but I passed by a few which seemed empty. Location is quite good, close to some restaurants etc...and Haad Yao beach is just down more stairs from the hotel main area (pool restaurant area)this beach in my opinion is one of the nicest, quietest,compared to others, beaches on the island. The restaurant is nice, laid back vibe lots and quiet little spots to hang out and good food. The staff although not rude, were not the most welcoming of people. Didn’t offer such a great welcome, didn’t help much with any information about the island or help with finding or navigating the island ...your on your own, so if it’s your first time in kho Phangan you will need to find everything on your own.
Also on a daily basis they barely took the time to say hello when you walk by, which I find strange for a hotel there was no real hospitality. Over all I’d say my stay was ok but I was glad to move on to a much more friendlier Airbnb property afterwards.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Natural, great view, treetop village

Such an amazing spot. Up from the beach so the view is fantastic. The sea view bungalows are high in the trees and birds and butterflies fly all around you all day.

Forgot to book a third night so I moved to the wooden bungalows. They are super cute but there are no screens in the windows so you can't hear the birds or the waves.

Shower water was very hot (if you want it) and plenty strong in both.

I loved this place and would come back in a heartbeat.

Food is nice and there are plenty of vegetarian options.

They have a few snorkels you can use for free and a bunch of pool floats. The snorkelingnext to the hotel isn't the best ever (coral isn't colorful) but there are lots of cute fish.

There is no getting around how many stairs you will have to climb to sit on the sandy beach or maybe up to your room. Totally worth it for the nice breeze and view. I had bronchitis and it was still fine for me and worth every step.

It was really clean and everything smelled neutral (not musty and no perfume smell to cover things).

You can walk to Zen beach and the yoga and vegan food spots but some will find that a bit far. A songthaew to there will be 100 baht. Getting to the resort from the pier is 200 baht. Most people rent a scooter. I think Zen beach isn't as nice as the beach the resort is on.

Amazing sunsets. If it rains you can still chill with a nice view.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jan 2018

Suhaila

Amazing experience.

Such amazing place with amazing people. Our favourite chill out place is at the bar with awesome views and they serve good cocktails. Restaurant foods is good also that we had most of our meals there without the need to leave the grounds. There is a short cut to Haad Yao beach from behind the bar. Nice bars along the beach. The room by the pool had great views from the pool overlooking the turquoise beach. Roo, is spacious and clean. Quite comfortable bed. Only thing is there is no kettle provided in the room and free bottled water is only provided for the first night. There is only toiletries, hairdryer and hangers. Hot water shower is good and good water pressure. The bigger family room with 2 King beds is also big and spacious. All rooms have balcony with hammock. Wifi is available everywhere and works pretty well. 7-11 is about 10 minks walk by the beach. Bike rental is also available from the bungalow. Overall an amazing place which is very highly recommended.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Dec 2017

Jessica

Great trip

Great stay, friendly staff, lovely bungalows and very affordable. The area is quiet so very peaceful and tranquil stay, would definitely stay here again.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Jul 2017

Gordon

Good value

Good resort. Lots of stairs tho. Great view of the beach. Staff was very friendly. Rooms were clean. Check out the frogs in the pond!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 May 2026

Isabella Petra

Ja

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2026

Anton

I truly appreciate my stay at High life bungalows. The staff was amazing and got along with them very well. I will come back

Self

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2026

Anton

Good view and good overall

8/10

Excellent

18 Feb 2026

Daniel

Pool+Restaurant

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Feb 2026

Göran

Vänlig personal topp service

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2026

Cecile

Tout était parfait, l’espace avec piscine surplombant la plage, le restaurant accolé avec une vue incroyable (très bon qui plus est!), les chambres vue mer propres et paisibles, entourées de vegetation. Le personne très gentil et cordial. Je recommande!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jan 2026

Hedvig

Best hotel! This hotel has everything! See you again next time 🙏

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jan 2026

Ludvig

Bungalow Garden View jättebra. Trevlig personal. Så härligt med pool och utsikt + god mat från restaurangen precis vid poolen.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2025

Eva

Sauberes Zimmer, wir hatten Bungalow A21, sehr toller Blick aufs Meer, nicht direkt am Pool und der Gastro wodurch es schön ruhig war, man muss einige Stufen durch die hügelige Anlage gehen, aber das weiß man auch vorher.
Einige Möbel sind etwas in die Jahre gekommen (Schminktisch), den könnte man auch einfach ersetzen oder entsorgen.
Das Personal wirkt anfänglich etwas unpersönlich, es gibt keinen Welcome Drink man wird direkt abgefertigt. In der Nähe gibt es zwei leckere Frühstücks und Abendessenrestaurants fußläufig zu erreichen. Ansonsten empfehlen wir aufgrund der Lage definitiv einen Roller.
Betten weicher aber bequem.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2025

Linda

Läget är toppen, bungalowen lämnar kanske mer att önska men personalen och maten väger upp det, vi bodde 2 vuxna och två tonåringar och trivdes mycket bra

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

18 Aug 2025

Nicola

Dirty - many things in bad condition - no discount for Not working tub and shower on the ocean Front Villa Balkony… no classic Thai friendly…

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

11 Mar 2025

Beni

Die Bungalows sind leider sehr in die Jahre gekommen und äußerst spartanisch eingerichtet. Die Anlage wirkte recht ungepflegt und nicht sehr sauber. Für ältere Menschen und Menschen mit einer Gehbehinderung ist die Anlage nicht zu empfehlen (sehr steil). Den Pool haben wir gar nicht genutzt, da dieser von Familien mit kleinen Kindern belagert wurde. Für den doch recht hohen Preis würden wir nicht nochmal buchen. Das Personal dagegen war sehr nett und sympathisch.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Feb 2025

Christin

Tolle Unterkunft an einem schönen Standort :) würden jederzeit wieder kommen. 420

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Feb 2025

Rasmus

Good, but room for improvements

The place has potential to be fantastic, but a few things are not good. The location of the hotel and its restaurant and pool areas are brilliant, and the bungalow designs are nice. However, my room had hundreds of tiny bugs and some mosquitoes in it at arrival, which was very unpleasant. Also, it is nearly impossible to find your bungalow at night due to complex path-system with no lighting or signs. You could easily fall and break a leg, so definately not for elderly or walking-disabled.

Self

8/10

Excellent

21 Jan 2025

Verified traveler

Nice pool area and location

Nice views from the pool area! Rooms are bungalows so a bit rustic but ok. No hooks or space at all in the bathroom and also the smell coming from the bathroom was really nasty. Cleaners always forgot something, towels, toilet paper and the even to clean one of the days. Reception closes at 6pm so very early. But location is perfect and also the pool area so would maybe book again! You need motorbike thouhg.. Staff amazing also!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Dec 2024

Verified traveler

Rent fint rum, trevlig och hjälpsam personal! Toppen läge nära stranden!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2022

Julien

Superbe séjour

Superbe séjour. Un localisation extraordinaire, un personnel tree agréable, souriant et serviable. Je suis resté 8 nuits dans cet hôtel et profité de leur espace de co-working.
La piscine est superbe avec une vie a couper le souffle. Les logements vue sur mer sont propre, spacieux est calme. Le restaurant est tout simplement excellent, le choix est immense et tout est vraiment excellent tout en gardant un prix très raisonnable.
J'ai vraiment passe un excellent séjour et c'est sans aucun doute que je conserverai cet adresse si un jour je reviens sur l'île.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2022

Verified traveler

Calme

Séjour court car le déplacement été pour la full moon, et par ailleurs il faut presque une heure pour s'y rendre a cause du trafic, sinon pour ce qui est des bungalows, ils sont beaux, bien équipés, rien a signaler. Manque un peu de proximite avec les commerces et marchés.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jan 2022

Cecilia

Best place on Koh Phangan

We loved it here! Can’t believe this place only have 2 stars. The rooms and public places are so awesome and the staff is the best I have experienced in whole Tailand! The whole food and drinks menu are to die for ❤️

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

die Lage ist grandios, die Küche richtig lecker Thai...das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis stimmt aber nicht so ganz

4/10

Poor

18 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

Wir hatten den Bungalow mit Meerblick und ich muss sagen ich war schwer enttäuscht. Für diesen Preis nicht gerechtfertigt. Zimmer und Anlage sehr abgewohnt. Bett fleckig und so hart dass schlafen fast unmöglich war. Wie auf einem Brett. Abends kamen aus dem Waschbeckenausfluss kleine Fliegen und saßen zu 14. Im Waschbecken. Personal so naja. Wenn man nicht im hoteleigenen Restaurant isst, wird man nicht so freundlich behandelt wie andere Gäste hier schreiben. Dagegen war der Ausblick ein Traum und Rollerverleih hat problemlos funktioniert. Fazit: ich würde definitiv nicht mehr herkommen. Ich und mein Partner haben uns überhaupt nicht wohlgefühlt. Für diesen Preis sehr ärgerlich.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Our bungalow was right next to the street and it was therefore very noisy at night. The location of the pool and restaurant is very nice.

Leisure Friends