#1
Wat Maduea Wan
4.6 (411)·Koh Phangan
A peaceful Buddhist temple on Koh Phangan, open daily and offering a genuine glimpse into local spiritual life.
The 9 Best Temples & Cultural Sites in Koh Phangan, Ranked
This lot is overwhelmingly quiet Buddhist temples, several of them on hilltops, with a Chinese shrine to Kuan Yin and a jungle waterfall breaking up the run. The one I'd single out is Cacao King at the Temple of Sacred Scents, the only one that costs anything.
9 places$$ price levelAvg 4.6 on GoogleUpdated Oct 2026
- #2
Cacao King at Temple Of Sacred Scents
5.0 (213)·Koh PhanganPrice level$$$$Mid-rangeA unique sensory sanctuary on Koh Phangan blending cacao ceremony culture with sacred scent traditions.
- #3
Wat Pa Saengtham
4.6 (279)·Koh PhanganA serene forest temple on Koh Phangan offering a peaceful retreat from the island's busier attractions.
Where to stay
Best Hotels in Koh Phangan
My pick at each price level in Koh Phangan, going by Google's hotel class. Hotels from my ranked list of the 10 best come first, then the best-reviewed. Each button opens the hotel on Booking.com with your dates filled in.
#1Luxury · 5-star
Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort & Spa4.4 (2,242 reviews)
Upmarket waterfront resort with a private beach, a spa & a pool, plus terrace dining & a bar.
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#3Mid-range · 4-star
Cocohut Beach Resort4.4 (1,575 reviews)
Upmarket seaside resort offering luxe rooms & villas, plus refined dining, a pool & a posh spa.
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#4Budget · 3-star
High Life Bungalow4.4 (1,022 reviews)
This popular resort overlooking a scenic beach features an infinity pool & open-air restaurant.
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- #4
Wat Phu Khao Noi
4.5 (314)·Koh PhanganEnduring Buddhist temple with a picturesque white exterior in tranquil mountainside surrounds.
- #5
Wat Samai Kongka
4.6 (199)·Koh PhanganA peaceful hilltop temple on Koh Phangan offering traditional Buddhist architecture and quiet spiritual atmosphere.
- #6
Wat Chaloklum
4.5 (223)·ChaloklumA peaceful Buddhist temple in Koh Phangan's Chaloklum area, open daily for quiet reflection and cultural exploration.
- #7
Kuan Yin Temple (Chinese Temple)
4.6 (195)·Koh PhanganA serene Chinese temple on Koh Phangan dedicated to Kuan Yin, offering a peaceful cultural escape.
- #8
Wat Khao Tham
4.4 (242)·Koh PhanganElevated Buddhist temple offering group meditation workshops, silent retreats & panoramic views.
- #9
Wat Sri Thanu
4.5 (120)·Koh PhanganA peaceful Buddhist temple on Koh Phangan, offering an authentic glimpse into local spiritual life.
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