Where to Stay in Bang Tao Beach?
Hotels in Bang Tao Beach range from luxury resorts like Banyan Tree to mid-range options like Best Western Premier and Hilton Garden Inn. Most are part of the Laguna Complex, a cluster of large resorts on the west coast that share facilities, restaurants, and an 18-hole golf course. Guests staying at one hotel can use the pools, spas, and restaurants of the others, which makes the area feel like one big resort.
Bang Tao is quieter than Patong or Kata. The beach stretches for 6 km with fewer crowds and more space. Boat Avenue is nearby with restaurants, cafés, shops, and a popular Friday night market. It’s about 20 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes from Patong if you want a night out.
Who is Bangtao Beach For?
- Couples and families
- Travellers not interested in Patong madness
What’s Good?
- Good overall atmosphere.
- Many hotels are by the beach.
- There is a wide choice of fun beach restaurants, plus some of Phuket’s best restaurants.
- Three cool beach clubs.
- It’s a large beach, not too crowded.
- If you stay at one of the main resorts, you can freely enjoy the facilities of the other resorts.
What’s Not?
- The beach is less shallow than the main beaches.
- The sand is a little coarse.
- Places are not within walking distance from each other (but hotels often offer shuttle services)
| Update: Songkran Festival is on April 13 to 15 this year. If you are planning to visit Phuket in April, book early. Hotels in Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala, and Bangtao fill up fast during this period, some hotels are already fully booked. |
Best Hotels in Bang Tao Beach
Banyan Tree Phuket
Banyan Tree Phuket is a luxury resort surrounded by lush tropical gardens and a lagoon. The resort offers a tranquil oasis of relaxation where guests can spend their holiday in Pool Villas, Double Pool Villas, or Veya Pool Villas. Banyan Tree Phuket is also home to a world-class spa, arguably the best in Phuket, where guests can indulge in various treatments. Other amenities include a fitness centre, tennis courts, and a golf course across the lobby.
The resort boasts four restaurants: Saffron, which serves traditional Thai cuisine; The Watercourt, offering international cuisine in a romantic setting over the lagoon; Veya, specializing in Asian and Mediterranean culinary traditions; and Banyan Cafe, which provides a variety of light meals and snacks, as well as breakfast and lunch buffets. Read more
Hotel Summary & Guests Score |
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| The Beach | Bang Tao is a beautiful wide beach with soft sand but the water is not as shallow as southern beaches. |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort with 218 private villas divided into 7 villa types: Banyan Pool Villa, Banyan Lagoon Pool Villa, Grand Lagoon Pool, Serenity Pool Villa, Signature Pool Villa, Spa Pool Villas, Double Pool Villa. |
| The Facilities | Banyan Tree is famous for its award-winning spa, 18-hole golf just across the lobby and 5 excellent restaurants and 2 bars. |
| What's Around? | Beyond the hotel's own facilities, guests can enjoy all the nearby resort outlets, and a free shuttle can even take them to the trendy Boat Avenue for more bars, restaurants and even a Friday Night market. |
| Who is it for? | Banyan Tree Phuket addresses travellers who prefer privacy and luxury near the beach, but away from the crowds. |
| Worth Noticing | The hotel is not on the beach itself and guests will have to walk a bit through immense garden to reach the ocean. There is no nightlife or clubs in this part of Phuket. The Spa is so famous, guests should book as early as possible. |
| Price | Prices are very high, especially during the high season. (December to March) |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1 main pool
Restaurants and bars: 5 restaurants and 2 bars
Distance to the closest beach: 100 m
Distance to Boat Avenue: 2.9 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 20 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 24 km
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SAii Laguna Phuket
SAii Laguna Phuket is a large luxury resort set right on the sand of Bang Tao Beach on the west coast of Phuket Island. The hotel was recently renovated, and the new design, mostly visible around the pool area, takes advantage of the amazing 300-meter-long direct beach access.
The resort offers a wide range of accommodation options, including rooms, suites, and villas, all tastefully decorated in a modern Thai style. Dining choices are diverse, with three restaurants to choose from: Miss Olive Oyl, which specialises in Mediterranean cuisine; Mr Tomyum, dedicated to Thai delicacies; and Locavore, where you can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Additionally, there’s a cosy coffee shop known as Bean / Co.
With this new look and unique location, combined with the legendary Thai hospitality, Saii Laguna Phuket is the perfect place to stay for couples, families, and groups of friends looking for a stylish and relaxing vacation in Phuket. Read more
Hotel Summary |
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| The Beach | Beautiful wide beach with soft sand but water is not as blue and shallow as southern beaches. |
| The Hotel | A 5-star resort, 255 rooms. |
| The Facilities | 3 swimming pools including one almost on the beach with slider for kids. 3 restaurants, 2 bars, kids club, wind surfing, catamaran sailing, diving, kayaking. |
| What's Around? | The resort is part of a vast complex that includes several large similar hotels. |
| Who is it for? | Great for everyone, especially families. |
| Worth Noticing | Recently renovated. There are plenty of small bars and local restaurants right on the beach, next to the hotel. |
| Price | A bit pricey |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2 pools
Restaurants and bars: 4
Distance to the beach: On the beach
Distance to Boat Avenue: 1.7 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 24 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 18 km
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Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket Resort
Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket is a luxurious beachfront resort situated right on the beach of Bang Tao, offering breathtaking views of the Andaman Sea from most rooms. Accommodation options include rooms, suites, and villas, all featuring private balconies or terraces with garden or ocean views. Villas are even more spacious, set on two floors with a small private pool at the top. The resort offers various amenities and activities, including a world-class spa, fitness centre, and water sports like swimming, sailing, and windsurfing.
Guests can choose from four dining options: Laguna Cafe for Thai and international dishes all day, Benjarong for fine Thai cuisine, La Trattoria for classic Italian fare, and Casuarina Beach Restaurant & Bar for casual dining and cocktails. Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket is an ideal destination for couples, families, and groups of friends seeking a luxurious and relaxing vacation in Phuket. Read more
Hotel Summary |
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| The Beach | Beautiful immense beach with soft sand and clear water during the high season. |
| The Hotel | 5-Star classic hotel |
| The Facilities | 1 pool, 3 restaurants, 2 bars. |
| What's Around? | The resort is part of a vast complex that includes several large similar hotels. Boat Avenue nearby offers many excellent restaurants. |
| Who is it for? | Great for travellers who want o be on the beach and are not interested in nightlife. |
| Worth Noticing | Get Ocean View or Beachfront Rooms! They are affordable and the view is great. |
| Price | Very reasonable for such a beachfront resort. |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pool: 1
Restaurants and bars: 5
Distance to the beach: on the beach!
Distance to Boat Avenue: 1.7 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 24 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 17 km
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Angsana Laguna Phuket
Angsana Laguna Phuket is an immense integrated luxury resort built around a vast lagoon. The resort has direct beach access and a beach club where guests can enjoy a beach pool and oversized sofas on the sand. There are four restaurants: Azura Restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine, Market Place is where guests can enjoy international buffet breakfast spreads, Baan Talay for traditional Thai cuisine and fresh seafood, and Xana Beach Club for casual beach and poolside dining. Read more
Hotel Summary |
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| The Beach | Beautiful wide beach with soft sand but water is not as blue and shallow as southern beaches. |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort with 409 rooms! |
| The Facilities | 5 restaurants (Thai, seafood,Italian, steakhouse, European), 3 swimming pools with pool bar, including an immense one with fun sliders, Xana beach club, cooking classes. |
| What's Around? | Quite a few restaurants, shops and beach clubs are available on the beach, and the trendy Boat Avenue is not far either. |
| Who is it for? | Known to be great for families, but of course suitable for everyone. |
| Worth Noticing | Great beach club called Xana. |
| Price | A bit pricey |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2
Restaurants and bars: 4 restaurants and 2 bars
Distance to the closest beach: On the beach
Distance to Boat Avenue: 2 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 20 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 24 km
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Hilton Garden Inn Phuket Bang Tao
Hilton Garden Inn Phuket Bang Tao is a well-designed contemporary 4-star hotel in Laguna Complex in Bang Tao, an area growing in popularity with travellers preferring a more relaxed and refined holiday than in the crowded beaches of the south of the island. The hotel will please budget travellers who need the convenience of a modern hotel at a fair price. Read more
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location 📍 | Bang Tao, 1 km from Laguna Phuket Complex |
| The Beach ⛱️ | Bang Tao Beach 1.6 km. Free shuttle service to the beach and shopping areas daily. |
| The Hotel 🛏️ | 177 modern rooms with bay window sofas, balconies (select rooms), mountain or Laguna views. A/C, WiFi, work desk, Keurig coffee. |
| The Facilities | The Garden Grille restaurant, 2 rooftop pools, Pool Bar, 24-hour fitness centre, The Shop (mini mart), free bikes, and a laundromat. |
| What’s Around | Villa Mart is a 10-minute walk. Porto de Phuket is a 15-minute walk. Restaurants, bars, and beach clubs are within walking distance. Laguna Golf Course 2 km. |
| Who is it for? | Families, couples, business travellers. Those who want modern comfort at a good value. Not for party crowds or Patong nightlife. |
| Worth Noticing | Opened late 2021. Contemporary Hilton brand standards. Free shuttle, free parking, EV charging. Complimentary breakfast buffet available. |
| Price | Mid-range (4-star chain hotel) |
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 2 pools
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the beach: 1 km
Distance to Boat Avenue: 700 m
Distance to Phuket Town: 22 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 16 km
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Cassia Phuket
Cassia Phuket is a large contemporary hotel and a service apartment with a unique creative concept by the famous Banyan Tree. This affordable 4-star hotel stands above a large lagoon in the Bang Tao Beach area and is part of the Laguna Complex. The hotel is very different from any hotel we visited in Phuket: the place is young, vibrant and colourful, and the team is very friendly and ensures your holiday is as comfortable and fun as possible. Read more
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location 📍 | Bang Tao Beach, within the Laguna Phuket complex, 21 km from the airport |
| Beach ⛱️ | 200 metres away, accessible by free shuttle boat or electric scooter. Wide sandy beach with restaurants and beach clubs. |
| Hotel 🛏️ | 4-star serviced apartments, 218 units. Studios, 1-bedroom lofts (45 sqm), 2-bedroom suites (60-65 sqm). All with full kitchens, living areas, and balconies. |
| Facilities | Infinity pool complex, kids pool with slide, Vista restaurant, Market23 convenience store, Cassia FIT gym, Play Play kids club, co-working space. |
| What’s Around | Boat Avenue 1.3 km. Porto de Phuket shopping village is nearby. Free shuttle to other Laguna resorts. Laguna Golf is within the complex. |
| Who is it for? | Families with kids, long stayers wanting kitchen facilities, digital nomads. Not for those wanting luxury finishes or immediate beachfront access. |
| Worth Noticing | Phuket’s first fully pet-friendly hotel with full pet amenities. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 2 pools
Restaurants and bars: 2
Rooms and Suites: 213
Distance to the beach: 200m
Distance to Boat Avenue: 1.3 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 22.5 km
Distance to Patong: 6.5 km
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Movenpick Resort Bangtao Beach
Mövenpick Resort Bangtao Beach Phuket combines modern comfort and Thai hospitality, creating an idyllic setting. Sitting on the pristine shores of Bang Tao Beach, the resort offers inviting residences overlooking lush gardens or the Andaman Sea, ensuring that you wake up to amazing scenery every morning.
You can unwind by the pool, indulge in a spa treatment, or explore the surrounding area with the help of the resort’s tour desk. Here, numerous onsite restaurants cater to every preference, from Thai to Mediterranean. Mövenpick Resort Bangtao Beach Phuket is within a 5-minute walk of notable landmarks like Laguna Beach and Laguna Golf.
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location 📍 | Bang Tao Beach, northern end near Laguna Golf, 20 minutes from the airport |
| Beach ⛱️ | Direct beachfront, 22 steps to sand. Six-kilometre stretch, quieter northern section with clear water. |
| Hotel 🛏️ | 5-star boutique resort, 40 residences. 1-bedroom (40 sqm), 2-bedroom (62-148 sqm), 3-bedroom penthouses (248-360 sqm). All with full kitchens, balconies, and living areas. |
| Facilities | Large rectangular infinity pool, swim-up bar, Blossom Spa, health club with steam room and sauna, Little Birds Club kids club, games room. |
| What’s Around | Canal Village is 820 m walking. Laguna Golf is nearby. Beach clubs on the sand. Quiet area with limited walkable restaurants. |
| Who is it for? | Families wanting spacious apartments with kitchens, couples wanting quiet beachfront. Not for those wanting nightlife, diverse on-site dining, or Laguna facilities access. |
| Worth Noticing | Daily chocolate hour. Small 40-unit property means intimate atmosphere. All suites have Bose systems and full kitchens. |
| Price | Luxury |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2 pools
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the beach: Beachfront
Distance to Boat Avenue: 3.2 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 23.1 km
Distance to Patong: 19.3 km
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Kora Beach Resort
Kora Beach Resort is on Layan Beach, at the northern end of the Bang Tao coastline. Layan is quieter than the main Bang Tao stretch, with fewer tourists and less development. The sand is soft, the water is clear, and you won’t be fighting for space with a hundred other sunbeds. The hotel opened recently and still feels new.
There are 307 rooms, including family rooms and two-bedroom suites for larger groups. Three restaurants cover different cuisines, plus two bars, including a rooftop grill where you can watch the sunset over the Andaman Sea. The pool area is large with plenty of loungers, and there’s a spa if parents need some time away from the kids. Layan Beach has a few local restaurants within walking distance, but you’ll need transport to reach Boat Avenue or the main Bang Tao area. Good option for families who want beach access without the crowds further south.
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location | Bang Tao Beach (Layan Beach) |
| Beach | Direct beachfront on Layan Beach, northern Bang Tao area. Quiet, soft sand, clear water, less developed. |
| Hotel | 4-star resort, 307 rooms including family rooms, and two-bedroom suites. Modern design, opened in 2024, newly built. |
| Facilities | Large pool, spa, three restaurants including rooftop grill, two bars, kids club, family amenities, sunset views. |
| What’s Around | Local beach restaurants short walk. Boat Avenue, main Bang Tao area require transport. Quieter end of beach. |
| Who is it for? | Families with kids, peaceful beach seekers. Not for those without transport or wanting social nightlife. |
| Worth Noticing | Recently opened 2024, brand new property. Rooftop grill offers sunset views over Andaman Sea. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Swimming Pool: 1
Restaurants: 3 + 2 Bars
Distance to the beach: Beachfront
Distance to Patong Beach: 19.5 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 24.5 km
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Best Western Premier Bangtao Beach
Best Western Premier Bangtao Beach is a 4-star resort right on the sand, which is unusual for this price range. Most beachfront hotels in Bang Tao are 5-star with rates to match, so this one fills a gap. Rooms are modern with Thai-style decor, spacious enough for couples or small families.
There are two pools, including one with a swim-up bar, plus a beachfront restaurant where you can eat with your toes in the sand. A tennis court, gym, and spa round out the facilities. Water sports like kayaking and windsurfing are available through operators on the beach. The hotel is at the southern end of Bang Tao, a bit further from Boat Avenue but closer to Surin Beach if you want to explore. For a beachfront hotel at mid-range prices, it’s hard to beat in this area.
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location | Bang Tao Beach |
| Beach | Direct beachfront access on six kilometre Bang Tao Beach. White sand, turquoise water, southern end location. |
| Hotel | 4-star beachfront resort. Modern rooms with Thai-style decor, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, WiFi, and balconies. |
| Facilities | Two pools, swim-up bar, beachfront restaurant, tennis court, fitness centre, spa, watersports including kayaking, windsurfing. |
| What’s Around | Boat Avenue 3.5km. Beach restaurants are walkable along the shore. Surin Beach is nearby. Transport is needed for the main areas. |
| Who is it for? | Beach enthusiasts, families, couples. Not for those wanting extensive dining variety or nightlife within walking distance. |
| Worth Noticing | True beachfront at mid-range prices. Beachfront restaurant with toes-in-sand dining. Excellent value for beachfront location. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 2 pools
Restaurants and bars: 2+2
Distance to the beach: Beachfront
Distance to Boat Avenue: 3.5 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 22.6 km
Distance to Patong: 14.2 km
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Sunwing Bangtao Beach
Sunwing Bangtao Beach is a family resort right on the sand, run by a Scandinavian company that knows what families with young kids need. Rooms range from studios to apartments, and most have kitchenettes so you can prepare simple meals without eating out every night. Baby cots are available on request.
The main draw is the pool setup. There are six pools spread around the property, including one with waterslides that keep children busy for hours. A gym and spa give parents something to do when the kids are occupied. La Tasca restaurant serves international food with a decent kids’ menu, and there’s a poolside bar for drinks and snacks throughout the day. It’s built for families, not couples looking for romance or quiet.
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location 📍 | Bang Tao Beach, direct beachfront, 25 minutes from the airport, southern section |
| Beach ⛱️ | Direct beach access to white sand. Six-kilometre stretch, calm waters during high season, wide beach. |
| Hotel 🛏️ | 4-star Scandinavian family resort, 283-300 units. Studios (44.5 sqm), family suites (69.5 sqm), and special Lollo & Bernie suites. All with kitchenettes. |
| Facilities | Six pools, including a kids’ pool with waterslides. La Tasca and Fino restaurants, Piak’s Kitchen, pool bar, fitness centre, spa, kids club with daily activities. |
| What’s Around | Beach restaurants nearby. Porto de Phuket shopping 5 minutes. Local centre with restaurants 1.2 km. |
| Who is it for? | Families with children of all ages, Scandinavian families, those wanting self-contained resort experience. Not for couples wanting romantic atmosphere or extensive on-site dining. |
| Worth Noticing | Lollo & Bernie mascots appear daily. Ranked #1 on TripAdvisor for Bang Tao Beach. Evening shows, nightly entertainment. Travelife Gold certified. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 6 pools
Restaurants and bars: 2+2
Distance to the beach: Beachfront
Distance to Boat Avenue: 2.3 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 21.6 km
Distance to Patong: 16.8 km
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Diamond Resort Phuket
Diamond Resort Phuket is inland from the beach, about 2.5 km from the sand. All rooms are suites with balconies and kitchenettes, which makes it popular with families and guests staying longer than a few nights. Larger units have separate bedrooms and dining areas, useful if you’re travelling with kids or as a group.
The resort runs a free shuttle to Bang Tao Beach and Boat Avenue throughout the day, so not being on the beach isn’t a major issue. There’s a large pool, a gym, a spa, and one restaurant on site. Room rates tend to be lower than the beachfront hotels, which is the main reason people choose it. Good value if you don’t need to wake up with your feet in the sand.
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location | Bang Tao Beach |
| Beach | Bang Tao Beach 2.6 km away. Free daily shuttle to the beach provided by the resort throughout the day. |
| Hotel | 4-star resort. All-suite accommodation with balconies and kitchenettes. Select units with separate bedrooms and dining areas. |
| Facilities | Large outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, restaurant, bar. Free shuttle to the beach, Boat Avenue provided. |
| What’s Around | Boat Avenue 1.2km for restaurants, shops. Southwestern Bang Tao area edge. Shuttle access to beach. |
| Who is it for? | Budget-conscious travellers, families wanting kitchens. Not for those needing beachfront location or luxury finishes. |
| Worth Noticing | Good value pricing, free shuttle service. All suites feature kitchenettes. Lower rates than beachfront properties. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 1 pool
Restaurants and bars: 1
Distance to the beach: 2.6 km
Distance to Boat Avenue: 1.2 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 20.4 km
Distance to Patong: 16.3 km
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Long Stays Rentals in Bang Tao
Skypark Laguna Phuket
Nestled just next to Laguna Phuket Golf Course, Skypark Laguna Phuket is a peaceful home in nature, just 1 km from the beautiful beach of Bang Tao. It offers affordable condos for easy and stylish tropical living. Residents have special rooftop access with leisure spots, meeting spaces, and sky bridges connecting buildings.
The surroundings include greenery, lagoon views, and glimpses of the nearby ocean. The sky pool and jogging track help residents stay healthy while enjoying the outdoors. It’s a cool place for a relaxed and healthy lifestyle, blending nature and comfort in a beautiful setting.
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Beach | Bang Tao Beach is 1 km away. Next to Laguna Phuket Golf Course. |
| Hotel | 3-star serviced apartments. Studios and larger units with kitchenettes. Basic furnishings are practical for extended stays. |
| Facilities | Rooftop sky pool, jogging track, laundry room. Rooftop meeting spaces with sky bridges connecting buildings. |
| What’s Around? | Laguna Golf Course is adjacent. Boat Avenue 1.6 km. Part of Laguna area but not integrated with main resort facilities. |
| Who is it for? | Long-term stayers, budget travellers, digital nomads. Not for those wanting resort amenities, daily housekeeping, or beach proximity. |
| Worth Noticing | Basic apartment-style accommodation, not a hotel. Limited facilities compared to nearby resorts. Best suited for monthly rentals, not short holidays. |
| Price | Budget |
Swimming pools: 1 pool
Facilities: Laundry room
Distance to the beach: 1 km
Distance to Boat Avenue: 1.6 km
Distance from Phuket International Airport: 16.7 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 22 km
Distance to Patong: 16.7 km
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