The movie “The Beach” wasn't shot in Thailand for nothing. Amongst its many virtues, Thailand is one country famous for its beautiful beaches, where locals and foreign guests alike play and have fun under the sun. It is quite normal to hear of guests wanting to stay longer, and instead of staying at their hotels they opt instead to go for the more affordable option of beach rentals.
Hua Hin
Some 2 and a half hours south of Bangkok in Hua Hin, there is this cozy beach front vacation home situated right smack along a 10-km stretch of white sand beach. Hua Hin is a quiet, unspoiled little town gaining popularity amongst tourists. This beach house has 3 bedrooms and sleeps 9. At high season rates of $1280/week, each of the capacity nine guests will only spend about $20/night.
 Koh Pu, Krabi
 “Piman Pu” is a traditonal Thai style beach rental in Koh Pu is available during high season for approximately $100/night. The house has 3 bedrooms and sleeps 6, so each person only pays about $17/night. The area is ideal for a quiet break from city life, although access to the internet and mobile communication is also available. The grounds are covered with various fruit-bearing trees, which can be quite a refreshing novelty to city dwellers. They offer transfers from and to the Krabi airport so you will be looked after from the time you arrive until the time you leave.
 Phuket
 This 2nd floor apartment which sleeps 5 is only about 200m from Bangtao Beach and costs $100/night. It has all the modern amenities anyone would want in their own apartment. As a vacation rental, this unit offers more value for your money owing to the facilities available inside the estate. The estate itself provides security for the surroundings, with 24-hour front desk service. It is an ideal alternative to hotel living, giving you the chance to mingle with locals and other foreign guests in a normal day to-day setting.
Vacationing in Thailand doesn't have to be expensive. Many other cheap vacation rentals are available if you only take the time to look.