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White Sand Beach Khao Lak

A beachside sit-down in Kukkak where the long 09:00–21:00 stretch matters more than the menu.

4.5(2,182)$$$$
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Hours
Daily 09:00–21:00
Price
$$$$
Mid-range

Learn the Spice Scale

Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.

Details

Full opening hours
Monday09:00–21:00
Tuesday09:00–21:00
Wednesday09:00–21:00
Thursday09:00–21:00
Friday09:00–21:00
Saturday09:00–21:00
Sunday09:00–21:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

The thing that makes this one useful is the clock. Open 09:00 to 21:00, every day of the week, which in this part of Khao Lak is not a given. Plenty of places along the coast shut down for a few hours in the middle of the afternoon, and if you've come off a boat trip or a late morning at the beach starving at half past three, that matters more than any menu.

It sits in the Kukkak stretch of Phang-nga, on the quieter side of the coastline, and the pricing lands in the middle. Not resort money, not roadside money. That's the sweet spot for a long lunch when you don't want to think about it too hard. Go casual, go in what you'd wear to the beach, and don't expect anything fussy.

Aim for early evening if you want the light off the water, or turn up at an odd hour if you'd rather have the place to yourself. High season here runs roughly November to April and the popular beachfront spots fill up fast.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026

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ม.2 ตะกั่วป่า คึกคัก Chang Wat Phang-nga 82190, Thailand

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White Sand Beach Khao Lak: Frequently Asked Questions

Is White Sand Beach Khao Lak worth visiting?

White Sand Beach Khao Lak holds a 4.5★ rating from 2,182 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Khao Lak.

What are the opening hours of White Sand Beach Khao Lak?

White Sand Beach Khao Lak is typically open 09:00–21:00 — 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 White Sand Beach Khao Lak?

White Sand Beach Khao Lak is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Khao Lak.

When is the best time to visit White Sand Beach Khao Lak?

The best months to visit Khao Lak are November – April (Similan season Oct 15 – May 15), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February (strong European family season) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough seas, Similans closed).

Where is White Sand Beach Khao Lak located?

White Sand Beach Khao Lak is at ม.2 ตะกั่วป่า คึกคัก Chang Wat Phang-nga 82190, Thailand, in Khao Lak. Getting around Khao Lak: Songthaews along the main coastal road (Phetkasem highway); Motorbike rental (฿250–300/day; the resort areas string along one road).

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