Phuket has more than 40 beaches, which is more than most people imagine for such a small island. But, strangely, travellers tend to stay on a few popular ones: Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala, Nai Harn, Bangtao beach and Mai Khao beach. Some are a little more hidden but still quite busy: Laem Singh (at the time it was open to the public), Paradise and Freedom beaches, Nai Yang and Nai Thon and the small Ya Nui Beach. Then you have the really remote places: Ao Yon, Ao Sane and Banana Beach and Sai Kaew Beach.
What is the best beach in Phuket? What is the most beautiful beach in Phuket; a frequent and challenging question to answer since each person likes a beach for so many different reasons. Somehow, there are two kinds of beaches in Phuket: those where people book their hotel and those … Read more
What to Do in Bangtao Beach? Bang Tao Beach (or Bangtao) is one of the longest beach in Phuket, halfway between Phuket airport and Patong Beach on the island’s west coast. With such a beautiful stretch of sand, it’s no surprise why Bangtao has become the home of the famous … Read more
What to Do in Naithon Beach? Naithon Beach is one of these little-known beaches on the west coast of Phuket, far from the crowded areas such as Patong Beach or Kata Beach. People chose to stay here to find a peaceful village with just enough restaurants and hotels not to … Read more
What to Do in Kamala Beach? Kamala Beach is a popular destination for families, a tranquil beach on the west coast of Phuket. Its popularity expanded with the new Pine Beach Bar opening at The Intercontinental Hotel, or Cafe Del Mar beach club next to it. Kamala is still a … Read more
What to Do in Naiyang Beach? Naiyang Beach is one of those out-of-the-beaten-tracks hidden gems, little known from first-timers but very popular with returning travellers. Beautiful, shaded, and full of tiny fun bars and restaurants, Nai Yang, remains peaceful like most of the northern beaches of Phuket because they are … Read more
How to Get to the Secret Banana Beach Banana Beach in Phuket is a little hidden treasure. Phuket is a world-famous holiday destination, and every corner of this tiny tropical island has been explored, invaded, sold, developed and exploited. Yet, the small Banana Beach is hiding from the crowd. We … Read more
The beauty of Nai Harn Nai Harn is a superb beach with smooth white sand, tucked between green hills and tiny islands in the south of Phuket. More laid back than west coast tourist spots, Nai Harn has enough restaurants, hotels and shops for a great day and has remained … Read more
What to Do on Surin Beach? Surin Beach is one of Phuket most beautiful and natural spots on the island. Long gone are the many famous beach clubs and the long line of restaurants that made this place so famous, but the beach looks a lot more natural now. It … Read more
A luxury resort on Karon Beach Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort is a luxury resort on Karon Beach, west coast of Phuket Island and was one of the first hotels to be built on the island. The 665 rooms and suites are spread across 75 green acres, surrounded by vast gardens, … Read more
What to Do on Paradise Beach? UPDATE 2021: Paradise Beach is open and the entry fee is now 100 baht. Paradise Beach Phuket is just 4 kilometres from Patong Beach and consists of two small sandy bays with blue water, soft sand and coconut trees. You will find plenty of … Read more
What to Do in Rawai Beach? Rawai Beach, at the south end of Phuket island, is not a beach suitable for swimming, but it offers beautiful views on the nearby islands and has a peaceful local atmosphere. It’s a great place to enjoy some excellent seafood by the ocean and … Read more
What to Do in Karon Beach? Karon is one of the longest beaches in Phuket, ranking 3rd on our beach popularity page. It enjoys a 3 kilometres stretch of white sand, a decent choice of dining and nightlife, and never seems to draw crowds of tourists, which is a good … Read more
What is the secret of Freedom Beach? Freedom Beach is an anomaly. It is one of the prettiest beaches in Phuket, with incredibly soft white sand and clear blue waters. It is just a few minutes away from Patong Beach, the busiest beach on the island and yet, it is … Read more
About Kalim Beach Kalim Beach is a modest bay located just next to the famous Patong Beach on the way to Kamala Beach. As the seafloor is mostly rocks and dead corals, Kalim is not a swimming beach, but it is a popular spot for local surfers in the low … Read more
How is Patong Beach? Patong Beach is the real heart of Phuket nightlife, and what makes it so attractive to many is often what other people hate most about it. Patong is big, bold, crowded, bright and loud. And yet millions of people flock here every year, like flies on … Read more
What to do on Merlin Beach? Merlin Beach, Tri Trang Beach, Paradise Beach, Freedom Beach, which is which? Every time we post a photo of any of these beaches, it starts endless discussions, so it is still confusing. The names similarities, plus the fact that some of these beaches were … Read more
One of Phuket’s most beautiful beaches Kata Noi Beach is a beautiful sandy bay and a perfect spot in Phuket if you want to be near the famous Kata Beach while staying away from the tourist crowds. This strand of white sand is blessed with incredibly clear blue water during … Read more
A superb resort on a hidden beach Phuket Marriott Resort Merlin Beach is a 5-star hotel with a unique location on Merlin Beach in Phuket, just a few kilometres from the busy Patong and yet in a superb and quiet surrounding. Yes, the name sounds familiar because this used to … Read more
What to do in Phuket in 2 Days? Visiting Phuket in 2 days without rushing is possible because the island is relatively small but it certainly is going to be a busy exploration. 3 days would allow a lot more, but this overview should enable you to stop at the … Read more
Where are the secret beaches of Phuket? There are still hidden, secret and quiet beaches in Phuket, and they are beautiful. Of course, some are difficult to find, but surprisingly many are in plain sight and easy to access. People are just not trying very hard to find them. Despite … Read more
