Baanyai Beach Bar
A laid-back beach bar on Ko Mak island open daily, earning near-perfect ratings for its relaxed vibe.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon 09:00–20:00, Tue–Sun 08:30–20:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Budget
Carry Your Passport or a Copy
Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, especially in Bangkok's Thonglor, RCA, and Sukhumvit areas. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Details
- Phone
- +66 94 363 5649
Full opening hours
Why go, and how to do it well
Baanyai Beach Bar sits on Ko Mak, a quieter island in the Trat province that draws travelers looking to escape the busier crowds of larger Thai islands. Despite being listed under the Koh Chang region, this spot is located on Ko Mak itself, so visitors should factor in the additional ferry leg when planning their trip. The bar's near-perfect rating across a solid number of reviews suggests it has built a genuinely loyal following among those who find it.
The atmosphere leans casual and unhurried, fitting for a budget-friendly beach bar on one of Thailand's more low-key islands. Guests can expect a setting that prioritizes relaxed enjoyment over anything flashy, making it well suited to travelers who want to spend time by the water without the noise and crowds of more developed beach destinations. The combination of a beachside setting and consistently positive visitor feedback points to a place that delivers on the simple pleasures.
Opening hours run from mid-morning to early evening most days of the week, with a slightly earlier start on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Thursdays from 08:30, and from 09:00 on Mondays through Wednesdays. Closing time is 20:00 across the board, so this is not a late-night venue. Visitors looking for a daytime drink or a sundowner before dinner will find the hours well suited to that. There is no website listed, so arriving in person or asking locally for current information is the practical approach.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Baanyai Beach Bar, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 1 minKrua Tonhom RestaurantRestaurants & Food · 20 m · 4.7★
- 1 minSabai Beach Resort Koh MakHotels & Resorts · 30 m · 4.7★
- 1 minBaanyai Beach Resort Koh MakHotels & Resorts · 40 m · 4.8★
- 2 minThe Chill RestaurantRestaurants & Food · 140 m · 4.6★
- 2 minMiss You Beach Resort - Koh MakHotels & Resorts · 200 m · 4.5★
- 3 minMakathanee Resort Koh MakHotels & Resorts · 250 m · 4.1★
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Baanyai Beach Bar, round out your day in Koh Chang with contrasting stops nearby.
17 Tambon Ko Mak, Amphoe Ko Kut, Chang Wat Trat 23120, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Know the Closing Times
Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.
Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.
Arrange Your Ride Home
Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.
Baanyai Beach Bar: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baanyai Beach Bar worth visiting?
Baanyai Beach Bar holds a 4.9★ rating from 208 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Koh Chang.
What are the opening hours of Baanyai Beach Bar?
Baanyai Beach Bar is typically open 08:30-20:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
How expensive is Baanyai Beach Bar?
Baanyai Beach Bar is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Koh Chang.
When is the best time to visit Baanyai Beach Bar?
The best months to visit Koh Chang are November – March, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: June – September (rough seas, many closures).
Where is Baanyai Beach Bar located?
Baanyai Beach Bar is at 17 Tambon Ko Mak, Amphoe Ko Kut, Chang Wat Trat 23120, Thailand, in Koh Chang. Getting around Koh Chang: Shared songthaews along the west-coast road; Motorbike rental (฿200–300/day — the hills between beaches are steep, ride carefully).
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