Hidden on the mountainside behind Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach, 2C Bar is a boho treehouse-style bar that locals and long-time travellers call “the best bar with the hottest view on Koh Phangan”.

Surrounded by flowers, bougainvillea, orchids, dreamcatchers and macrame, the wooden terrace opens to a 180-degree view of Thong Nai Pan Yai and Thong Nai Pan Noi – two of the island’s most beautiful bays.

Address: 55/8 Thong Nai Pan Yai Rd, Bantai, Koh Phangan 84280
How to get: 13 min steep walk from Havana Hotel, 20 min from Hanana Beach Resort, or motorbike 200-300 THB/day. Songthaew available.

Vibe: Tree and flower surrounded house, colorful prayer flags, rattan lamps, pampas grass, fairy lights. Totally relaxed atmosphere, from daylight to evening. Photos can’t convey true beauty.

• Best sunset on the east side – rare on Koh Phangan (sunset around 17:00)
• Roof terrace with breathtaking view of both bays
• Come 30 mins before sunset for best table
• Perfect for couples, families, birthday parties (12-20 pax hosted)
• From daylight chill to evening magic with candles

Cuisine: Asian, Thai + International
Price Range: $ – Fair & very affordable despite show-stopping view

• Must Try: Whole fish in red curry sauce, Tuna salad, Gordon-Bleu, Pad Thai, Satay, Mango Daiquiri
• Drinks: Sundown Cocktails, fruit smoothies (very good), coconut shake, wine
• Friendly staff: Jasmine and Cho – very attentive, offer ride back if raining
• Kind about food allergies, good vibes

Open: Mon-Sun 10:00-21:00 (11am-1am in high season)
Phone: +66 93 292 6545
Facebook: 2CB kohphangan thailand
Recommended: Sundown Cocktails at 17:00

“Magical place, staff amazing, magical view, incredible drinks” – Tripadvisor reviews