What to Do in Ao Sane
Ao Sane Beach (pronounced Ao Sain) proves that Phuket still has some little beaches hidden from view where you can pretend nothing has changed in the past twenty years. Of course, there is no such thing as a ‘secret beach‘ anymore, but you must make a little effort to get there. Ao Sane is clearly visible from Nai Harn Beach, but you will not find out unless you know that you need to drive through The Nai Harn Resort.
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Ao Sane consists of three tiny sandy bays, and you can walk from one to another through the few beach bungalows. These might be small tiny sandy coves, but it is a good feeling to step on one.
WHAT TO DO IN AO SANE BEACH?
You can rent a couple of beach chairs on Ao Sane Beach for 200 baht a day and even snorkelling gear at the tiny ‘Armin’s Dive Shop’. You can also take your first dive lesson right there for 950 baht! Just remember that parking space at Ao Sane Beach is limited.
Ao Sane is a great snorkelling beach also used for beach diving. It is one of the few beaches calm enough to snorkel during the rainy season.
WHERE TO EAT IN AO SANE?
Ao Sane Restaurant
The first beach is the largest. It has everything you need for the day, including a nice beach restaurant where people spend a lot of time in the tree shade. The food is good and the prices are acceptable.
La Terrazza Phuket Sunset Lounge Bar
WHERE TO STAY IN AO SANE?
There are a few accommodation options to stay around Ao Sane. The best known are, of course, The Nai Harn, but it can be pricey.
The Nai Harn
The Nai Harn is, without a doubt, the most beautiful hotel in the south of Phuket. This iconic hotel is a well-established 5-star resort with amazing views from each room, an immense panoramic rooftop and an excellent beach restaurant. Read more
Hotel Summary & Guests Score | |
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Booking.com | |
| The Beach | The beach is superb, one of the most beautiful public beaches in Phuket, relatively untouched by constructions. It can be busy during the high season, but it’s all yours in the evening when everyone is gone. The beach is also great for snorkelling! |
| The Hotel | A 5-star resort, 130 sea-facing rooms with a nice balcony. |
| The Facilities | 3 superb restaurants, including an immense rooftop with jaw-dropping views and a beach side restaurant. Excellent spa and small fitness room. |
| What's Around? | Good surrounding: Lots of local restaurants, small shops selling tropical fruits, local massage shops and a Thai temple. Ao Sane is another hidden beach located just behind the hotel. |
| Who is it for? | Great for travellers wanting a balance of great beach but no hectic town nearby. Good for couples as the place has a uniquely romantic setting. |
| Worth Noticing | The pool is quite small, and there are no private pools in the rooms or pool access rooms. The hotel is located on the rocky end of the beach but has direct access to the superb beach. |
| Price | A bit pricey |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the closest beach: down the stairs
Address: 23/3 Moo1, Vises Road, Rawai, Muang District, Phuket 83100
Phone: 076 380 200
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Cheaper accommodation
On the beach itself, we found three places. Baan Krating is the largest, and you can book it online. Jungle Resort seems to be quite good. Interesting is the super cheap bungalows on the beach itself called ‘Ao Sane Bungalow อ่าวเสนบังกะโล’. They look extremely basic but seem to be popular. The prices are between 600 baht and 1300 baht.
Small bungalows made of bamboo and thatched roofs along the beach are rather basic but not cheap, around 800 baht per night for a fan room, but what a setting! Looking at the few lucky people idly sitting on their wooden balconies makes you feel the pace of tropical life. The Baan Krating beachfront bungalows are more luxurious, but they start at around 4,000 baht a night. The Baan Krating Resort mostly uses the second and third beaches, but you can go there for a drink or even a beach massage.
Baan Krating Phuket Resort
Baan Krating Phuket Resort is a modest 3-star but charming and secluded retreat nestled in the lush greenery located above Ao Sane Beach, near Harn Beach. The resort offers a peaceful and serene atmosphere for guests seeking a tranquil getaway. The resort features cosy bungalows, designed with a touch of Thai elegance and equipped with modern amenities. Guests can relax by the swimming pool, surrounded by tropical gardens, or indulge in spa treatments. The resort’s restaurant serves a variety of delicious Thai and international cuisine. With its natural beauty and warm hospitality, Baan Krating Phuket Resort provides a unique haven for a relaxing and authentic Thai experience.
Address: 11/3 Moo 1, Wiset Road Ao Sane Beach, Rawai, Phuket 83130 Thailand
Phone: 076 510 927
Category: 3-star
Swimming Pool: 1
Restaurants: 1
Distance to the beach: Private beach
Bookings: see the rates
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