First Villa is a 3-star resort on Koh Phangan’s east coast, with a guest rating of 8.1/10 from 317 reviews. That part of the island tends to feel less built up than the busier south-coast areas, so the appeal here is more about staying somewhere calmer than being near the main social scene. For some travelers, that is exactly the point. For others, it will feel a bit out of the way. The key thing to understand before booking is that this is not a Haad Rin stay, and it does not put you in the middle of the island’s nightlife circuit.

Full Moon Party access is workable, but it takes planning. Haad Rin is about 17 minutes away by taxi, around 8.7 km, so walking is not realistic for most people. That makes First Villa better suited to travelers who want to attend the party and then head back to a quieter part of Koh Phangan to sleep. The trade-off is that east-coast infrastructure is more limited, so nearby dining, nightlife, and convenience options may be fewer than in more developed areas. Independent travelers and couples who are comfortable arranging scooters or taxis will likely find this setup easier than anyone wanting everything on the doorstep.