Koh Lipe walking street is the nightlife hub of Koh Lipe, located between the island’s two main beaches, Pattaya Beach and Sunrise Beach. It’s packed with tourist amenities such as souvenir shops, restaurants, bars, cafes, guest houses, diving centers, and tour agencies.
In this article, I will share some information about Koh Lipe Walking Street, including its location, things to do, and places to stay on Koh Lipe Walking Street.
I’ve not only visited but also stayed at a hostel right on the walking street, so I hope to give you some useful information about the Walking Street of Koh Lipe based on my personal experiences.
Where is Koh Lipe Walking Street?
Koh Lipe Walking Street is around 500m long narrow street, connecting Pattaya Beach on the island’s south west coast with Sunrise Beach on the island’s east coast. It’s around 10 minutes walk from Pattaya Beach to Sunrise Beach via Walking Street.
The starting point of the Walking street is right at the middle part of Pattaya Beach, right next to the Steak House and the main pier of the island. This is the first place you arrive on the island by speed boat.
Walking Street is paved, unlike many other roads on the island, so you can easily roll your suitcase and stay clean even when it rains. There are also small side roads that provide access to all the island’s beaches.
Koh Lipe Walking Street turns into pedestrian-only street each night from 6pm to midnight. If you take a motorbike taxi to this street, the driver will drop you at the nearest point to it.
What’s on Koh Lipe Walking Street?
Both sides of the narrow Koh Lipe Walking Street are lined with tourist amenities. There are souvenir shops, restaurants, cafes, massage shops, bars, currency exchange shops, travel agencies, and diving centers.
You can also find convenience stores for daily necessaries such as 7-Eleven, and several local supermarkets. Patt Market in the middle of the street is a great place to grab cut fruits and some snacks.
The Walking street is home to several budget friendly backpacker hostels, small guest houses, and resorts. If you want to be in the heart of action, you can find some good accommodations in and around this street.
Things to do in Koh Lipe Walking Street
Enjoy the quiet atmosphere during daytime
The atmosphere on Koh Lipe Walking Street is different between day and night. During the day, it’s usually quiet, as most visitors head out for snorkeling or diving trips to the beaches.
You can enjoy fresh air with almost no traffic and less tourist crowds around 8,9am in the morning. The area is a bit busy with traffic when the speedboats arrive and motorbike taxis transporting guests to hotels across the island.
Explore the vibrant nightlife
Most bars and restaurants of Koh Lipe are located on Koh Lipe Walking Street. So, people staying around the island will come to this nightlife to have a meal and enjoy drinks.
Koh Lipe walking streets are usually packed with people in the evening, especially in the high season. In popular restaurants, you might have to wait a long time.
Book a tour and diving course at local agencies or diving center
There are dozens of local tour agencies and several diving centers along the walking street. You can easily book snorkeling tours, diving courses, and boat trips to other islands from these local agencies.
The snorkeling and boat trip tour usually takes you to nearby islands such as Koh Adang, Ko Hin Son, Ko Hin Ngam, Koh Yang Island, Koh Rawi, or Koh Lek.
Sometimes, you can get cheaper prices compared to booking online. It’s also a good way to support local businesses.
Eat local Thai food
The walking street of Koh Lipe is packed with all kinds of restaurants serving both local dishes and international food. There are also many restaurants serving fresh seafood.
You can find typical Thai food like Thai pineapple fried rice, pad thai, curry, mango sticky rice, as well as Italian or Indian dishes. I had some good noodle soups and Thai food at Glow Noodle House, Thaidurm Restaurant, and Noy wangcha-aon restaurant.
Other popular restaurants on Ko Lipe Walking street are the Elephant restaurant and Papaya Mom Restaurant, located at the middle sections of the street.
Have a massage
Massage shops are everywhere along the Walking street of Koh Lipe. Having a Thai massage when traveling to Thailand and Koh Lipe is a must.
If you can’t stand strong traditional Thai massage, I recommend taking the Thai oil massage, which is more gentle and relaxing. The price is around 200-300 baht per hour.
Shop for Thai souvenirs
The Walking street is packed with shops selling clothes, beach accessories, and Thai Souvenirs. There are numerous souvenir shops located right at the beginning of the street on the Pattaya Beach side. These shops are probably some of the first things you see when arriving on the island by boat.
Explore Pattaya and Sunrise Beach
Koh Lipe walking street is just a few steps away from Pattaya Beach and is a short walk from Sunrise Beach. You can easily walk to these beaches for swimming, sunbathing, watching the sun rise, and sunset. You can book long tail boats to nearby islands for more water activities.
Pattaya Beach is the most lively beach on the island, with beautiful white sand, crystal clear water, and a vibrant nightlife scene. You can snorkeling at the two ends of the beach, swimming, or enjoy a romantic dinner on the beach.
Sunrise Beach has a bit quieter atmosphere as it’s a bit further away from the walking street compared to Pattaya Beach. It’s a great place for swimming, and snorkeling. The North Point Beach, at the northern end of Sunrise beach, is an excellent spot for watching the sunset.
Best Hotels in Koh Lipe Walking Street
Koh Lipe walking street is one of the best places to stay in Koh Lipe, along with Sunrise Beach, Pattaya Beach, and Sunset Beach. It has cheaper accommodations than the beachfront area, which is ideal for budget travelers and those who want to be in the heart of the action.
I stayed at The Street Hostel Koh Lipe, which is located very close to the pier and Pattaya Beach. It was easy for me to walk to the pier in the morning to catch a boat to Koh Lanta. I saved 50 baht on motorbike taxis by staying here instead of in another area.
Here are some of my suggestions of some of the best places to stay in and near Koh Lipe Walking Street.
Ananya Lipe Resort
This is a high-end resort located on Pattaya Beach, but easy to walk to the walking street and the island’s main pier. You can enjoy a beachfront location while still being within a short walk away from the busy area of Lipe Walking Street.
The resort has direct access to the beach, and provides sunbeds and umbrellas for the guests on the beach. It also has an outdoor swimming pool, and spacious rooms with comfortable beds.
The Street Hostel Koh Lipe
I stayed at this hostel for a night, and I believe that it’s a great option for budget travelers and backpackers. It is a convenient location for access to Pattaya Beach, the pier, and the walking street.
It has a clean room with an aircon and a separate bathroom area. It’s right on the walking street but still quiet in a room. The hostel has a nice common area with free snacks all day.
Sangchan hostel
This is a good hostel located in the central area of Koh Lipe Walking street, close to many popular restaurants and bars. The hostel provides both private rooms and dorm rooms, which are great for both backpackers and budget travelers who want private options.
Bloom Cafe & Hostel
This is good accommodation near the walking street of Koh Lipe. It’s a good base to explore the island because you can easily walk to the main street for nightlife, as well as Sunrise Beach and Pattaya Beach for swimming and sunbathing. The pier is also close by.
The hotel offers dorm rooms and double rooms with shared bathrooms. They have clean and good ventilation rooms.
A Plus Hotel
This hostel is located in the main village of Koh Lipe, an easy walk to the walking street. It has both private rooms and shared rooms.
It has a nice onsite restaurant and cage where you can get discounted prices staying in the hostel. They have a double bed choice for the shared dorm room, which is more comfortable than a small single bed.
Lipe Inn
This 2-star accommodation offers a private room with air conditioning and central location to explore Koh Lipe. It has good-sized rooms and a comfy bed. The owner is also very friendly.
A Plus Deluxe Hotel
This is a 2-star accommodation in the central area of Koh Lipe, a short walk to the walking street. The hotel has a comfortable bed and all basic amenities inside the room like air-conditioning, towel, and fridge. It’s a good overall base for budget and mid-range travelers to Koh Lipe.
Nest hostel lipe
This is a good value for money accommodation on Koh Lipe. It has quite a high rating on booking websites from guests. The hotel has a central location, just off Walking Street. You can easily walk to a range of restaurants, shops, and bars.
The Reef Hotel & Studios
This is a 3-star mid-range hotel with private rooms and bathrooms in the central area of Koh Lipe. It’s a short distance to Walking street, Sunrise Beach, and Pattaya Beach. THey have a nice garden, clean rooms, and good choices for breakfast.
See more:
- Best Things to Do in Ko Lipe
- My 2-3 Days In Koh Lipe Itinerary
- How to Get to Koh Lipe & Get Around
- Koh Lipe Secret Beach
The Walking street of Koh Lipe is the nightlife hub and tourist hub of the island. It’s lively both day and night. During the day, you can enjoy the quieter atmosphere or book a tour at one of the tour agencies or diving centers on the street. At night, you can enjoy its lively atmosphere with nice meals or drinks at one of the many restaurants and bars on the street.