Good Vibes P-Town
Bar – Old Phuket Town Good Vibes P-Town is a friendly gathering spot found on Yaowarat Road in the Phuket Old Town area. By day,… Read More »Good Vibes P-Town
Hidden Phuket
Best Hidden Beaches and Local Places in Phuket
Here is our collection of the most hidden beaches and local places in Phuket. They are not secret to the locals, but travellers often don’t have the time to explore such a rich island. We explored Phuket for almost 30 years, and surprisingly, we still discover little gems We are happy to share them with you… well, most of them ;)
18 Secret Beaches of Phuket
There are still secret beaches in Phuket and some hidden and quiet spots, most of which are beautiful. Of course, some are difficult to find, but surprisingly many are in plain sight and easy to access.
Karon Noi Beach ⛱️
Karon Noi Beach, sometimes also called ‘Relax Beach”, is one of the most beautiful beaches in Phuket, home to the luxurious 5-star hotel Le Meridien Phuket.
Bandara Villas Phuket
Bandara Villas Phuket is a luxurious boutique resort located on the secluded Ao Yon Beach, in the Cape Panwa area, southeast of Phuket.
Flamingo Beach Front Cafe – Ao Yon Beach
Flamingo Beach Front Cafe Flamingo Beach Front Cafe is a superb beachside restaurant and bar located on the hidden Ao Yon Beach, southwest of Phuket.… Read More »Flamingo Beach Front Cafe – Ao Yon Beach
Starbucks Sinae Phuket on Koh Sirey Island
Starbucks Sinae is an unusual and unexpected version of the famous Seattle-based coffee shop, perched at the top of Sinae Hotel, on Koh Siray Island.
Bon Island Phuket 🏝️ Lunch at Koh Bon Restaurant
Bon Island (or Koh Bon) is located just south of Rawai Beach in Phuket and is just a short longtail boat ride away. A few sandy beaches pepper the coast of this tiny island, and despite being so close to Phuket, it is not too busy with tourists.
Ao Yon Beach ⛱️
Ao Yon Beach is a surprisingly quiet and remote beach where you can have a calm walk and only meet locals and a few longtime residents.
Chopol’s Plantation Bar and Restaurant
A hidden restaurant above Kata Noi Beach Chopol’s Plantation is a fantastic bar and Thai restaurant hidden high above the beautiful Kata Noi Beach. The… Read More »Chopol’s Plantation Bar and Restaurant
Laem Sai Cup Cafe in Kata Beach
A Hidden Cafe in Kata Beach Laem Sai Cup is another little cafe hidden on the hills of Kata Beach, overlooking the Andaman Sea. The… Read More »Laem Sai Cup Cafe in Kata Beach
A Blanket & A Pillow
A hidden restaurant above the ocean A Blanket & A Pillow is another little gem hidden in the trees above the rocky shores of Kata… Read More »A Blanket & A Pillow
Green Heart Garden Kata Beach
Green Heart Garden is a superb hidden restaurant perched high on the hills above Kata Beach and blessed with incredible panoramic views of the Andaman Sea.
Samet Nangshe Viewpoint
Samet Nangshe is a superb panoramic viewpoint in Phang Nga Bay. It’s a little far outside Phuket island, but if you have a car or a big bike, it is worth the drive. From up there, you can admire the fantastic limestone formations of Phang Nga Bay,
21 Unusual and Hidden Places in Phuket People Often Miss
Phuket Unusual Places Surprisingly, there are still amazing places people miss entirely when visiting Phuket. And like most people, you want to visit Phuket, but… Read More »21 Unusual and Hidden Places in Phuket People Often Miss
Tri Trang Beach ⛱️
Tri Trang Beach is just a few kilometres south of Patong Beach and is a superb and unsuspected haven of peace. There used to be a lot of confusion about the names of the four beaches around this peninsula.
Inthanin Naithon Restaurant
A hidden restaurant on Naithon Beach Inthanin Naithon is a delightful tiny restaurant hidden on the soft sands of the beautiful Naithon Beach, near Phuket… Read More »Inthanin Naithon Restaurant
Krua Pai Lin Restaurant
A local restaurant near Kathu Waterfalls Krua Pai Lin Restaurant (Sapphire) is a good and real local restaurant just before reaching the Kathu Waterfalls in… Read More »Krua Pai Lin Restaurant
Freedom Beach ⛱️
The beautiful and secluded 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.
Kathu – What to do in Kathu?
Kathu is a small village and a small district, halfway between Phuket town and Patong Beach. The name of Kathu is not unknown, but very few people add it to their list of Things to Do in Phuket.
Akoya Star Lounge at V Villas Phuket
Akoya Star Lounge is an upmarket rooftop bar and tapas at V Villas Phuket by MGallery in Ao Yon Beach, a secluded cove in the southeast of Phuket.