9 Best Nightlife in The Gulf Coast Beaches, Thailand

The place to be in Fisherman's Village, Coco Tam's is reliably packed on a nightly basis. The formula is simple, but effective with ample beach seating available in the shape of beanbags and giant cushions. Attentive staff roam the sand dishing out reasonably priced cocktails and decent bar fare including pizzas by Peppina: a big noise in Bangkok's pie game. 

One of Samui's original nightlife venues on the beach, the Ark throws a free barbecue every Wednesday around sunset.

There's more to Pattaya's infamous Walking Street than go-go bars. This live music perennial serves to mix things up courtesy of a well-drilled regular band that pumps out everything from rock classics to Thai hits. 

Local bands energetically perform Thai and Western pop-rock music here nightly. Although this isn't a true brewpub (the beers are made in Bangkok), the selection is good, and you can try a sampler of three tasty beers. The outdoor patio offers a full multicultural dining menu and is a prime spot to people-watch.

The many large-screen TVs at this popular place broadcast Thai, Australian, and Malaysian programs—lots of sports—and there are pool competitions and quiz nights.

At this hotel bar you'll get a great view of the sunset over the Gulf of Thailand—through plate-glass windows or, better yet, alfresco—while sipping wines or well-crafted cocktails, perhaps accompanied by tapas. There's a small library adjacent to the wine bar.

A must if you're a reggae fan, this longtime favorite with several bars and dance floors has a nonstop party atmosphere.