Eastern Thailand · island
Koh Kood
Choose a beach you would enjoy spending time on, as transport between stays and restaurants is limited.
The feel of the place
A quiet island retreat for clear-water beaches, waterfalls and slow days.
Koh Kood suits an unhurried stay built around sandy coves, clear water, forest and waterfalls. Accommodation and restaurants are scattered among beach areas rather than gathered in one busy centre. Choose a base you enjoy spending time in, and arrange transport for exploring other parts of the island.
Keep in mind
Beaches and restaurants are scattered, and transport choices are limited. Staying away from the main services can mean relying more on your accommodation for meals, rides and excursions.
Get to know Koh Kood
What is Koh Kood like?
Our editorial assessments · Select a factor to see how we scored this place.
Why we rate Koh Kood 9/10
Clear water and attractive sandy coves make Koh Kood one of Thailand’s strongest choices for a quiet beach stay.
What we assess
Beach appeal, convenient access and variety during a beach-focused stay, within the destination itself.
Why we rate Koh Kood 8/10
Palm-lined bays, jungle and waterfalls give the island a lush, unhurried setting.
What we assess
The visual impact of natural surroundings and how central those landscapes are to a typical stay.
Why we rate Koh Kood 3/10
Fishing villages and temples offer a glimpse of local island life, though major cultural attractions are few.
What we assess
The variety, depth and practical access to historic places, temples, architecture, traditions and cultural experiences during a typical stay.
Why we rate Koh Kood 5/10
Resort restaurants and a few village spots provide satisfying Thai and seafood meals, with limited choice between bases.
What we assess
Food quality, variety, distinctive local cooking and how readily visitors can find good places to eat, regardless of price.
Why we rate Koh Kood 2/10
Evenings are mostly quiet, with drinks at accommodation and a small number of low-key bars.
What we assess
The choice, variety and liveliness of evening venues, their opening hours and how easily you can enjoy a typical night out.
Why we rate Koh Kood 9/10
A relaxed pace and low-key development make quiet beach stays the norm, especially away from the main piers.
What we assess
How easily you can enjoy a peaceful stay, considering traffic, nightlife noise, crowds and practical quieter bases.
Why we rate Koh Kood 6/10
Snorkelling trips and nearby-island outings are available, but services are less frequent and varied than at larger hubs.
What we assess
The variety of worthwhile sea-island trips, convenient departures, journey times and flexibility under normal operating conditions.
Why we rate Koh Kood 4/10
Transfers and organised trips can cover key outings, but the island’s dispersed beaches and limited public transport reduce flexibility.
What we assess
Freedom to explore without renting a scooter, using walking, public transport, taxis, tuk-tuks, ride-hailing or boats; transport price is assessed separately.
Why we rate Koh Kood 5/10
Simple stays exist, but boat transfers, limited transport and resort-based meals can make a modest trip harder to keep cheap.
What we assess
How easily you can enjoy a typical stay on a modest budget, including simple accommodation, food, realistic transport and characteristic activities.
Scores out of 10 · Higher means more of that characteristicAbout these scores
How to read the scale
Scores describe how strongly a destination offers each characteristic. They are editorial assessments, not visitor ratings.
Higher does not always mean better
A higher nightlife score means a livelier scene. A higher quietness score means a calmer atmosphere. The right balance depends on your trip.
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When to go
See how temperature, rainfall and travel conditions change through the year. Select a month to focus on your travel dates.
| Factor | Koh Kood |
|---|---|
| Average daytime high | 32°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 51 mm |
| Rainy days | 4.9 |
| Crowds | High |
| Stay prices | High |
| Sea conditions | Calm |
| Average daytime high | 32°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 82 mm |
| Rainy days | 7.4 |
| Crowds | High |
| Stay prices | High |
| Sea conditions | Calm |
| Average daytime high | 33°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 140 mm |
| Rainy days | 12.6 |
| Crowds | High |
| Stay prices | High |
| Sea conditions | Calm |
| Average daytime high | 33°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 196 mm |
| Rainy days | 14.9 |
| Crowds | Moderate |
| Stay prices | Typical |
| Sea conditions | Calm |
| Average daytime high | 33°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 420 mm |
| Rainy days | 21.9 |
| Crowds | Low |
| Stay prices | Low |
| Sea conditions | Variable |
| Average daytime high | 32°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 777 mm |
| Rainy days | 25.4 |
| Crowds | Low |
| Stay prices | Low |
| Sea conditions | Rough |
| Average daytime high | 31°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 1024 mm |
| Rainy days | 26.6 |
| Crowds | Low |
| Stay prices | Low |
| Sea conditions | Rough |
| Average daytime high | 31°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 970 mm |
| Rainy days | 27 |
| Crowds | Low |
| Stay prices | Low |
| Sea conditions | Rough |
| Average daytime high | 31°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 816 mm |
| Rainy days | 24.8 |
| Crowds | Low |
| Stay prices | Low |
| Sea conditions | Rough |
| Average daytime high | 32°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 338 mm |
| Rainy days | 21.3 |
| Crowds | Moderate |
| Stay prices | Typical |
| Sea conditions | Variable |
| Average daytime high | 33°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 85 mm |
| Rainy days | 9.1 |
| Crowds | High |
| Stay prices | High |
| Sea conditions | Calm |
| Average daytime high | 32°C |
| Monthly Rainfall | 28 mm |
| Rainy days | 3.5 |
| Crowds | High |
| Stay prices | High |
| Sea conditions | Calm |
| Destination | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Average daytime high | ||||||||||||
| Koh Kood |
32°C
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32°C
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33°C
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33°C
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33°C
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32°C
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31°C
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31°C
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31°C
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32°C
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33°C
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32°C
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| Monthly Rainfall | ||||||||||||
| Koh Kood |
51 mm
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82 mm
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140 mm
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196 mm
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420 mm
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777 mm
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1024 mm
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970 mm
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816 mm
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338 mm
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85 mm
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28 mm
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| Rainy days | ||||||||||||
| Koh Kood | 4.9 | 7.4 | 12.6 | 14.9 | 21.9 | 25.4 | 26.6 | 27 | 24.8 | 21.3 | 9.1 | 3.5 |
| Crowds | ||||||||||||
| Koh Kood | High | High | High | Moderate | Low | Low | Low | Low | Low | Moderate | High | High |
| Stay prices | ||||||||||||
| Koh Kood | High | High | High | Typical | Low | Low | Low | Low | Low | Typical | High | High |
| Sea conditions | ||||||||||||
| Koh Kood | Calm | Calm | Calm | Calm | Variable | Rough | Rough | Rough | Rough | Variable | Calm | Calm |
Temperatures are historical average daytime highs, not the highest temperatures you might experience. Rainfall and rainy days are monthly averages, not a forecast. A rainy day need not mean rain all day.
Stay prices are relative to each destination’s usual rates. Holidays can bring extra crowds and higher prices. Sea conditions vary by beach and day; check local conditions before boat trips.
Koh Kood: Thai Meteorological Department — TRAT, 1991–2020.
The practical side
Getting to and around Koh Kood
Arriving
Travel to the Trat coast and continue by boat to Koh Kood. Laem Sok is a departure point; confirm the operator’s pier, sailing and any included island transfer before booking your mainland arrival.
Without a scooter
Transfers and organised trips can cover key outings, but the island’s dispersed beaches and limited public transport reduce flexibility.
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