This lovely, hidden away beach is dominated by the Le Meridien Baan Taling Ngam, which climbs from the beachfront all the way up the hillside. Luckily you don't have to stay there to enjoy the beach - day-trippers are welcome, and Taling Ngam is a world away from much of the rest of the island.

Fine swimming and sunbathing are the two main pastimes here, though a small fishing village is within walking distance nearby and more restaurants are slowly appearing in the area.