Oriental Beach Village
Ko Kho Khao Island, Phang Nga, Thailand
The rare Clothes-free resort in Thailand with its own nude beach, on an undeveloped island north of Phuket.
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Oriental Beach Village is a clothes-free resort on Ko Kho Khao, an undeveloped island north of Phuket in Thailand. Its big draw is rare for the country: a private nude beach section with direct access, marked by two red flags. Spacious apartments and villas surround a central area with a pool, restaurant, and sports. It suits guests wanting a quiet, off-grid nude beach holiday away from the crowds.
resort type
Hotel
dress code
Clothes-Free
budget
Premium
When to visit
November to April
THE DESTINATION
THE DESTINATION & where to find it
Oriental Beach Village is a clothes-free resort on Ko Kho Khao, a quiet, undeveloped island north of Phuket. It stands out for something rare in Thailand: a stretch of nude beach reserved for guests, with direct access from the resort.
The resort has a village-like feel, and walking from your accommodation to the central area or the beach can feel like strolling a main street. The central area holds most of the facilities, including a large swimming pool, a restaurant, a fitness room, a communal room with a pool table, a small library, massage room, and space for petanque and archery.
The nude beach section is about 100 metres long, marked by two red flags. The setting is pure nature. From the sand, you see little but sea, greenery, and open sky. Kayaks are available if you would rather float than swim.
THE EXPERIENCE
THE EXPERIENCE & what to expect
Oriental Beach Village is about getting off the grid. The pace is slow and the surroundings are quiet, so most days revolve around the beach, the pool, and a good book. From the sand, the view is nothing but sea and greenery, and the nude section, marked by two red flags, gives the resort its main appeal.
The central area keeps things easy. There is a large pool, a restaurant open through the day, a fitness room, a communal room with a pool table, a small library, and petanque and archery. Kayaks are on hand for time on the water. Beyond that, the island itself is very undeveloped, so there is little to do off the resort, which is exactly the point for many guests.
Accommodation is generous. The choice is between apartments and villas, each with one or two bedrooms. Even the one-bedroom apartments are large, with a living and dining area, a kitchen, and a bathroom, and the terraces are bigger than many hotel rooms. Some villas add an outdoor shower. The owner brought staff from his earlier Chiang Mai resort, so the service has real experience behind it.
WHO THIS IS FOR
WHO SHOULD GO & who should not
Great for
- ✓ Couples wanting a quiet nude beach holiday
- ✓ Travellers seeking an off-grid, nature-first escape
- ✓ Naturists keen to use a rare nude beach in Thailand
- ✓ Guests happy to relax on site for days at a time
not ideal if
- ✕ You want plenty to do off the resort, as the island is undeveloped
- ✕ You want an easy journey, since access involves a drive and a ferry
- ✕ You want a lively social or party scene
practical
GETTING THERE & what to know
getting there
Oriental Beach Village is about a 2 hour trip from Phuket International Airport, which connects to destinations across Asia and hubs like Bangkok, Singapore, Dubai, and Qatar. The journey is a mix of a drive, a boat, and a short final drive.
By car, follow the 402 north and continue on route 4 towards Khao Lak, then turn to the Baan Nam Kem pier, where a ferry runs to the island roughly every two hours in daytime. On Ko Kho Khao it is another 5 to 10 minutes to the resort. The easiest option is the resort’s pickup service, which handles the airport transfer, the boat, and the island drive.
where to stay
Oriental Beach Village has spacious apartments and villas at the premium end, each with one or two bedrooms. Even the one-bedroom apartments are large, with a living and dining area, kitchen, and bathroom, and generous terraces. Some villas add an outdoor shower. All are steps from the pool and the beach. It is best to book ahead, especially in the dry high season.
when to go
The Andaman coast’s dry season runs from about November to April, with the best beach weather and calm seas. This is the high season, when more restaurants and bars on the island open up.
The monsoon season, roughly May to October, brings heavier rain and rougher seas, and the island is at its quietest, with many places closed. For the best beach conditions, come in the dry season.
what to know
Oriental Beach Village is clothes-free, and its nude beach section is marked by two red flags. The stretch is technically public, but the fair thing is to stay at the resort if you want to use it.
The island is remote and undeveloped, so plan to relax on site, and bring anything you might need. The restaurant serves meals and drinks all day. Getting here involves a ferry, so the resort pickup is the smoothest way. English, French, and Thai are spoken.
plan your visit
Book at Oriental Beach Village
Book through the resort website, by email, or by WhatsApp. Arrange the pickup service in advance and reserve ahead for the dry season.
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HAVE A peek inside
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FACILITIES & amenities
●Nude beach
Direct-access nude section about 100 metres long, marked by two red flags. Kayaks available.
●Swimming pool
Large pool in the central area, alongside the restaurant and sports facilities.
●Restaurant
Serves meals and drinks throughout the day. Handy, as the island has few options off site.
●Central area
Fitness room, communal room with a pool table, small library, massage, petanque, and archery.
beyond the resort
NEARBY VISITS
Phuket International Airport (HKT)about 2 hr trip
Baan Nam Kem pierferry to the island
Khao Lakon the mainland nearby
On-site nude beachdirect access
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FAQ
most asked questions
Is Oriental Beach Village suitable for first-time clothes-free travelers??
Yes. It is quiet, spacious, and low-key, which makes it easy for newcomers to relax. The private nude beach and pool give plenty of room to settle in. Most guests are couples on a relaxed getaway.
Is Oriental Beach Village family-friendly?
It is aimed mainly at couples wanting a quiet, off-grid getaway. There are no dedicated children's facilities, and the island is very undeveloped. The appeal is nature, the beach, and calm.
What is the best time of year to visit Oriental Beach Village?
The dry season from about November to April is best, with good beach weather and more island services open. The monsoon season, roughly May to October, brings rain and rough seas, and many places close. Come in the dry months for the beach.
How do I get to Oriental Beach Village?
It is about 2 hours from Phuket airport, by a drive, a ferry from Baan Nam Kem pier, and a short drive on the island. The resort's pickup service is the easiest option, handling all three stages. Public transport is possible but slow.
Does Oriental Beach Village really have a nude beach?
Yes. The resort has a nude beach section with direct access, about 100 metres long and marked by two red flags. This is rare in Thailand, where public nudity is otherwise illegal.
Is the nude beach open to non-guests?
The beach is technically public, but the nude section exists because of the resort. The fair thing is to stay at the resort if you want to use it.
