112/18 Moo 1, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani, 84280 Thongsala, Thailand·View on map
First and Frang Hotel is a hotel in Thong Sala, Koh Phangan, 200 m from Thong Sala Beach. This adults-only property combines a garden and terrace with an easy walk to the waterfront, and suits adult travellers who want to stay near the island’s port town and its everyday services. A coffee house is on site, and guests can use a shared kitchen.
The six room types range from 12 to 25 m² and sleep two to four people. Twin, double and triple configurations sit alongside a family room with two king-size beds; some of the larger rooms have a view and a bath. All rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV, with individual layouts adding features such as a private entrance, refrigerator or seating area.
Outdoor space and practical services include a garden, terrace, tour desk, shuttle service, car hire and daily housekeeping. Free private parking is available on site, and WiFi is free throughout. Activities connected with the hotel include cycling, hiking, diving and windsurfing. The hotel is 1.6 km from Ko Pha-ngan Pier, with Thong Sala’s markets and other beaches also accessible from town.
First and Frang Hotel has six room types, from compact twin and triple rooms to double rooms and a family option. Sizes run from 12 to 25 m², with capacities from two to four people. Every room has air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV, while refrigerators appear in some layouts. Bed arrangements include twin singles, a double bed, bunk beds and king-size beds.
Bathroom layouts vary: the Superior Double, Deluxe Family and Deluxe Double have both a bath and a shower, while other rooms have a shower or a bath-or-shower arrangement. The 25 m² Deluxe Family Room sleeps four and has a view; the 20 m² Deluxe Double Room with Bath also offers a view. The Superior Queen adds a seating area, and private entrances feature in several room types.
At 12 m², this is one of the compact options, arranged with two single beds for up to two people. Air conditioning and a private bathroom make it a straightforward twin set-up, with a flat-screen TV, refrigerator and private entrance among the room facilities.
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This 14 m² double room has both a bath and a shower in its private bathroom, distinguishing it from rooms with a shower-only or bath-or-shower layout. A private entrance, wardrobe and tiled floor complete the room, alongside air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
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At 12 m², this room accommodates up to three people with a single bed and bunk beds. Its layout suits a small group sharing one room, while air conditioning, a private bathroom, a refrigerator and a private entrance provide the key practical features.
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The largest room at 25 m², this family option sleeps up to four in two king-size beds. It has a view and a private bathroom with both a bath and a shower. A desk, air conditioning and flat-screen TV round out its facilities.
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This 20 m² double room pairs a king-size bed with a view, making it distinct from the smaller double options. Its private bathroom has both a bath and a shower, while a desk, air conditioning and flat-screen TV are also included.
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This 14 m² room has a king-size bed and a seating area, unlike the other compact double rooms. Its bathroom has a bath-or-shower arrangement, and the room also features a private entrance, tiled floor, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
See pricesFirst and Frang Hotel brings together everyday services and outdoor space in its adults-only setting. A garden, terrace and outdoor furniture form the shared open-air areas, while the coffee house and shared kitchen provide places to eat or prepare food. Free private parking is available on site, and WiFi is free throughout. Air conditioning, non-smoking rooms and flat-screen TVs are among the core facilities.
Guests can use the tour desk, car hire and shuttle service to organise island outings. Activities connected with the hotel include walking and bike tours, hiking, cycling, snorkelling, diving and windsurfing; water-sport facilities are also available on site. Local culture tours, cooking classes and evening activities such as themed dinner nights or pub crawls are other options. Daily housekeeping and private check-in and check-out round out the practical services.
First and Frang Hotel is in Thong Sala, the island’s port town, where the night market, banks and hospitals serve residents and visitors. Thong Sala Beach is 200 m away; Baan Tai Beach is 450 m away, and Ao Bang Charu is 650 m away. Wat Rat Charoen is 750 m from the hotel. The town setting brings waterfront access and everyday services together.
Koh Phangan has no airport, and boat travel is the usual way onto the island, generally via Thong Sala pier. Ko Pha-ngan Pier is 1.6 km from First and Frang Hotel. From Samui International Airport, Bangrak and Maenam piers are about 10–15 minutes away by road; crossings to Thong Sala take around 30 minutes from Bangrak or 20–30 minutes from Maenam. From Surat Thani, the onward journey runs by minivan to Donsak and then by ferry or catamaran. Free private parking is available on site.
Fresh Market is 1.2 km away and Phantip Market is 1.3 km from the hotel. Phaeng Waterfall, 3.4 km away, makes an inland island excursion, while Jungle Flight Adventure Park is 5 km away. The south coast extends towards Baan Tai and Baan Kai, while the west coast is known for its swimming beaches. February to April is typically the driest, calmest period on the Gulf coast; October to December brings the island’s wettest weather and rougher seas, especially along the east coast.
Guests appreciate the quiet, central setting and generally friendly, helpful staff. Breakfast is described as simple, with coffee and basic items. Feedback on room cleanliness is mixed, including concerns about drains and odour, and some guests felt the stay was expensive for its value.
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First and Frang Hotel is 1.6 km from Ko Pha-ngan Pier in Thong Sala. Shared songthaews pick up in town and can cover the last stretch; the hotel also has free private parking on site, with no reservation needed. Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, so plan your arrival within those hours.
Thong Sala Beach is 200 m from First and Frang Hotel, and Ao Bang Charu is 650 m away. Fresh Market is 1.2 km away, while Phantip Market is 1.3 km away. Both markets serve everyday shopping, while the two beaches provide places for a swim. Thong Sala is the island’s port town, with ferry services and local facilities in the same town setting.
First and Frang Hotel is an adults-only property, so stays are intended for adult travellers. Its room range includes twin, double, triple and family options, but the adults-only policy applies throughout.
Guests describe breakfast at First and Frang Hotel as simple, with coffee and basic items. The feedback points to a modest breakfast rather than a broad selection.
First and Frang Hotel has twin, double, triple and family room options. The family room is 25 m², sleeps up to four and has two king-size beds and a view; the twin and triple rooms are each 12 m².
First and Frang Hotel requires a cash damage deposit of THB 1,000 on arrival. It is refunded in full at check-out, subject to an inspection of the property, and the refund is made in cash.
First and Frang Hotel has a tour desk, with activities including bike tours, walking tours, hiking, cycling, snorkelling, diving and windsurfing. Water-sport facilities are also available on site, alongside cooking classes and local-culture tours.