BEACHES OF PHUKET

9 Best Family Hotels in Karon Beach

Karon Beach is a 3-kilometre stretch of sand on Phuket’s west coast, quieter than neighbouring Patong but with enough restaurants and shops to keep families entertained.

YA Restaurant

Ya Restaurant is a small family-run place on the main road in Karon, right next to Karon Temple. It’s the kind of local spot you walk past a dozen times before finally stopping in.

Wat Thep Kasattri (Ban Don)

Post Views: 30 Phuket’s Oldest Temple and the Legacy of the Two Heroines Wat Thep Kasattri is the first temple ever built in Phuket, dating… Read More »Wat Thep Kasattri (Ban Don)

San Chao Sam Ong Hu

San Chao Sam Ong Hu is one of the oldest Chinese shrines in Phuket, founded in 1901 by the local Hokkien community in Cherngtalay, about 15 minutes from Bang Tao Beach.

8 Best Family Hotels in Patong Beach

Patong Beach is Phuket’s busiest tourist area, known for nightlife, shopping malls, and a long stretch of public beach.

8 Best Family Hotels in Bang Tao Beach

Bang Tao Beach stretches for 6 kilometres along Phuket’s northwest coast, making it one of the longest beaches on the island

10 Best Family Hotels in Kata Beach

Kata Beach is one of the best spots in Phuket for families with young children. The beach itself has calm, shallow waters most of the year, and the area around it offers plenty of kid-friendly restaurants,

NIBE Authentic Italian Aroma

Step into NIBE Authentic Italian Aroma and taste the true spirit of Italy. Nicolò and Beatrice, a young Italian couple, bring authentic cuisine from Riva del Garda to Rawai, Thailand.

Luca Cini Restaurant in Bang Tao Beach, Phuket

Luca Cinì – A wine story

Luca Cini is a proper Italian trattoria at Boat Avenue in Bang Tao, run by Luca Cini himself. He’s a sommelier who trained with the Italian Sommeliers Association in Rome before moving to Phuket in 2013.

Melia Phuket Mai Khao

Melia Phuket Mai Khao is a 5-star beachfront resort on Mai Khao Beach, Phuket’s longest and most secluded beach. The resort features 100 rooms, including suites and villas with private pools, two restaurants, two pools.

Sangchai Beach

Sangchai Beach is a small, quiet beach on Phuket’s southern tip, right between Rawai and Promthep Cape. It’s only about 190 metres long, but that’s part of the appeal.

Bisou Phuket

Bisou Phuket is the newest addition to the Bisou family, following the success of its flagship restaurant in Bangkok. Known for its modern French cuisine with a bold yet refined identity

Casuarina Beach Club

Unwind in barefoot luxury at Casuarina Beach Club, Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket in Phuket. Enjoy plush sunbeds, sparkling rosé, and Mediterranean plates, all set to the rhythm of deep house and soulful beats. Experience relaxed elegance from lunch to sunset.

Pullman Phuket Panwa Beach Resort

Pullman Phuket Panwa Beach Resort is located on Cape Panwa on Phuket’s east coast. The resort has a private beach on Mahkam Bay, three swimming pools, and 4 restaurants and bars.

The Garage OG Phuket

The Garage OG is a popular live music bar on Patak Road in Karon Beach. I stopped by on a Friday night, and the place was already filling up by 8 pm, well before the band kicked off around 9.30 pm

Laguna Phuket

Laguna Phuket is a massive resort complex on the northwest coast of Phuket, covering over 1,000 acres between Bang Tao Beach and Layan Beach.

Brut & More

Brut & More is a place where people come for champagne, atmosphere, and the feeling of home. We offer one of the largest selections of champagnes and sparkling wines on Phuket.

Jungceylon Restaurants

Jungceylon in Patong has become as much about eating as shopping. The mall has dozens of restaurants spread across multiple floors, from quick bites at the food court to proper sit-down meals at steakhouses and international chains.

Edge Beach Club

Dive into total relaxation at Edge Beach Club, where the infinity pool meets the horizon. Whether you’re swimming up to the pool’s edge or unwinding on a lounger on the sun-drenched terrace, this is the place to truly switch off.

Maska

In the middle of lively Patong, where beach days blur into neon nights, Maska fits right in. Located in Tribe Phuket Patong It has the easy buzz of Indian streets – people coming and going, tables filling up, conversations overlapping

Niran Farm

Niran Farm is an escape in peaceful countryside near Bang Tao beach. Surrounded by greenery and open views, the farm offers equestrian experiences led by highly qualified international instructors for riders of all levels

Napas Art Gallery

Established in 2013 by Phuket-based artists Soon Papan and Juffy Joob, Napas Art Gallery is an intimate studio and gallery space. The gallery presents original paintings and sculptures, offering visitors the opportunity to engage directly with the artists in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Bar No Name in Patong Beach

Bar No Name is a small local spot hidden at the north end of Patong Beach, just below the Novotel Phuket Resort. It’s the kind of place you’d walk right past if you didn’t know it was there.

Thavorn Palm Beach Resort

Thavorn Palm Beach Resort is one of the oldest large resorts on Karon Beach, sitting right across the road from the sand. The property spreads across 12 acres of gardens, which is huge for Phuket

Radisson Resort & Suites Phuket

Radisson Resort & Suites Phuket is a family-focused resort about 600 meters from Kamala Beach. The main draw here is space. All 179 rooms are suites, which means you get separate living areas, something most mid-range hotels on Phuket don’t offer.

Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa

Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa is built into the hillside at the quiet north end of Patong Beach. Across the street from the beach but away from the chaos of central Patong and Bangla Road.

Rawayana West Villas & Kids Park

Rawayana West Villas & Kids Park is an all-family resort in Rawai, Phuket, Thailand, with a beachfront only 300 meters away. The property comprises 40 pool villas in a vibrant complex featuring an interactive kids’ park with three different themed playrooms and a specially designed water park comprising child-friendly slides

Phuket Cheap Tour

Phuket Cheap Tour is a local travel agency based in Phuket, operating since 2007.

Ember Steakhouse

Chef Gautam’s two-decade journey across eleven countries finds its natural conclusion at Ember Steakhouse in Bangtao. With a wood-fired kitchen below and a rooftop open to the Andaman Sea, Ember is defined by elemental contrasts: smoke and salt air, fire and breeze.

Project Artisan

Project Artisan is located on a quiet road between Bang Tao and Layan, away from the beach crowds. I visited late afternoon when the place was still empty. The garden was glowing in that golden hour light, and I had time to walk around and explore before dinner.

SOUL Vegan Cafe & Restaurant

Soul Vegan Cafe is the first fully plant-based restaurant in Karon, and we’ve been back several times since it opened. The food is genuinely good, and even if you’re not vegan, it’s worth a stop.

IRON BOT Cafe & Bar Phuket

Iron Bot Cafe is hard to miss. Two massive robot statues guard the entrance on the coastal road between Patong Beach and Kamala Beach. We stopped here on a late afternoon drive and ended up staying for sunset.

Churchill Bar and Restaurant

Churchill Bar and Restaurant sits just off Karon’s main road, below the Rattana Beach Hotel. It’s only a few metres from Patak Road, but most people walk right past without noticing. That’s a mistake.

M&M’s Pizzeria

M&M’s Pizzeria remains Phuket’s most consistently popular pizza restaurant nearly two decades after opening. The name stands for Maggie and Mario, the Italian owners who built this place into a landmark by doing one thing exceptionally well: authentic wood-fired pizza.

Baanrai I Talay Cafe Phuket

Baanrai I Talay Cafe in Kamala has panoramic views over Kamala Bay. Thai food, coffee, cakes. Best for sunset. How to get there, what to order, prices.

Beyond Patong

Beyond Patong sits just metres from Patong Beach, making it ideal for day trips to the sand and sea. The hotel’s location keeps you minutes from the action without overwhelming crowds.

Nouvelle Vie Paris

Discover the art of fragrance at Nouvelle Vie Paris, Phuket’s enchanting perfume boutique and workshop in Boat Avenue, in Bang Tao Beach. Here, you don’t just shop for perfume you create your own signature scent!

FARANG ICE CREAM

FARANG ICE CREAM is a cozy café on Kata Beach with an atmosphere of endless summer. Here, guests can enjoy unlimited ice cream (30+ unique flavors), a stylish interior, and a friendly atmosphere. We have a mascot, Skupik, a symbol of endless summer.

Rawai Wonderland Food Court

Rawai Wonderland Food Court, a tropical-style food court designed for everyone who loves good food, good vibes, and good company.

Little Einstein Kindergarten Phuket

Little Einstein Kindergarten is a cheerful early learning centre in Phuket where children learn, play, and grow with joy. The centre offers Nursery and Early Childhood Programs for children aged 18 months to 6 years, following the Singapore Curriculum Framework.

Sak Yant Phuket

Sak Yant Phuket operates in Patong and offers authentic traditional Thai bamboo tattoos by Master Ajarns alongside modern machine work

FLYO Rooftop Beach Club Phuket

Fly-O sits on the rooftop of The Beyond Patong Hotel, a short walk from Bangla Road. The design takes inspiration from Santorini’s whitewashed architecture with tables set among water features and pool areas. The name represents “Forever Living Young”, and the “O” refers to an oasis concept.

Bangtao Surf School

At Bangtao Surf School, we’re more than just a surf school – we’re a family born and raised by the ocean. Located in the heart of a coastal paradise, we offer authentic, personalised surf experiences guided by locals who know the waves like home.

Phuket Plus Properties

Phuket Plus is a trusted real estate development and construction company based in Phuket, Thailand, with over 18 years of experience in creating exceptional living and investment opportunities across the island. Since 2006, we have been dedicated to delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects that combine modern design, sustainability, and a deep understanding of the Phuket lifestyle.

Irish Bar Patong / Liverpool Supporters Bar Phuket

Located at Bel Aire 59/1 Sainamyen Rd, Pa Tong, Kathu District, Patong, Phuket 83150, Irish Bar Patong is the only true Liverpool supporters’ bar in town. We bring you every Reds game LIVE, with zero delays, on the largest, high-definition screens in Patong.

AXCITING Phuket

At AXCITING Phuket in Patong, you’ll discover a fun mix of activities that go beyond the usual Phuket attractions. Try your skills at axe throwing, knife throwing, shuriken (ninja stars), and archery – each offering a different challenge and plenty of laughs

Eat Me Restaurant

Nestled in the heart of Sathorn, Eat Me Restaurant blends contemporary design with creative international cuisine in a cosy atmosphere created by smart lighting focused on each table, while the rest of the rooms are in an elegant darkness.

11 Best Things to do in Mai Khao Beach

There are quite a lot of fun things to do in Mai Khao Beach, from unique plane spotting to turtle conservation experiences. This quiet stretch of Phuket’s north coast offers everything from watching aircraft land overhead at the airport to having fun in a water park.

13 Great Restaurants in Mai Khao Beach

Restaurants in Mai Khao Beach range from simple local spots to fine dining in luxury resorts. This long shoreline in north Phuket has roadside restaurants serving cheap and tasty Thai food, relaxed places with international menus, and high-end venues featured in the Michelin guide.