Phuket Travel Guide and Blog
Where to Stay and What to Do in Patong Beach Patong Beach is a big, busy and let’s say messy city and if this is your first time here, the geography of Patong can be overwhelming, especially if you plan to book a hotel! Patong is divided into 4 areas, mostly based on the roads that run parallel to the beach: The Beach Road Ratuthit Road is the second road
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Where to stay in Phuket: Patong or Kata? [toc] Patong Beach and Kata Beach on Phuket’s west coast are two of the island’s most popular destinations. Both Patong and Kata have a lovely white stretch of sand, and there’s a good range of hotels, restaurants, water sports, and activities to choose from at each beach. Patong Beach is Phuket’s nightlife hotspot and has a much livelier atmosphere both day and
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Where to stay in Patong Beach? [toc] Patong Beach hotels come at many prices, sizes, and locations, so finding a hotel in Phuket that will please your budget and all your needs can be tricky. Many readers ask for our suggestions, but no hotel in Patong fits all. However, everyone, on average, seems to be looking for the same things: Can you recommend a great hotel in Patong Beach? it
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Romantic sunset dinner in Patong Beach [toc] Meg Khram The Sunshine Restaurant in an upmarket Thai restaurant located at the north end of Patong Beach, where the original Baan Rim Pa restaurant used to be, just at the feet of Novotel Phuket Resort. The restaurant is bright and well designed, with a bar, a DJ and saxo player adding just enough atmosphere not to be disturbing while admiring the sun
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Hotel Indigo Phuket Patong Review [toc] Hotel Indigo Phuket Patong is a compact luxury hotel with a convenient location in Patong, just a few minutes walk from the beach and the famous Bangla Walking Street. The hotel features a rooftop pool, fitness centre, spa, and a restaurant serving Thai and international cuisine. The hotel's prime location makes it a popular choice for tourists who want to enjoy the nightlife and
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What to do in Patong Beach? [toc] Patong Beach is the most popular beach resort town in Phuket, with a 3 km long beach and an immense choice of hotels, restaurants and shops, and legendary nightlife. What makes it so attractive to many is often what other people dislike most about it. Patong can be big, bold, crowded, bright and loud in normal years, yet millions of people can flock
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A contemporary French restaurant near Patong Beach [toc] L'Arôme by the Sea Phuket is a contemporary French restaurant serving modern cuisine over Kalim Beach, with amazing views of the Andaman Sea. Chef Yannick Hollenstein shares his passion with sophisticated dishes and surprising compositions in a perfectly balanced menu. Combined with the view and spotless service, our dining experience was delightful and unforgettable. The restaurant is relatively new but has already
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Where to stay in Patong Beach with a small budget? [toc] Finding the right cheap hotel in Patong Beach can be a real challenge. Cheap and affordable hotels can be surprisingly good, especially if you plan to spend more of your day (and nights) outside, exploring and partying. We know Phuket well and we keep searching for the best value for money, as close as possible to the beach when
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Our Phuket Webcam lets you see what the weather in Phuket looks like right now from a unique bird's view of Patong beach from a live cam located at the top of the Patong Tower. We hope this is useful in planning your holiday. The Phuket webcam is courtesy of the Patong Tower Apartment. [the_ad id="30528"] Patong Beach Weather Webcam - Live streaming NOW! The Patong Webcam is located at
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What to do in Patong Beach in 2023? [toc] There are many things to do in Patong Beach beyond the much-talked-about nightlife and the ever-going party. Patong is full of activities for families, couples, singles and friends, and even a few attractions most people don’t know yet. We will not go into details about nightlife but mostly focus on the real activities, the things you can mostly do during the
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Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Review [toc] Holiday Inn Resort Phuket is an excellent hotel to get the best of many sides of Patong Beach: easy access to the beach across the street, shopping, dining and, of course, the famous nightlife. And even though you are very close to the hectic life of Patong, the resort is surprisingly quiet. Holiday Inn Phuket has been a success story for a long time,
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Amari Phuket Resort Review [toc] Amari Phuket is a resort with a unique location on Patong Beach. The hotel has a private beach, a fantastic view of the entire bay, and most rooms face the sea! This 5-star resort is at the southern end of Patong past the bridge, making it the perfect hotel if you want to enjoy the best of both worlds. Amari Phuket is close enough to
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Phuket Marriott Resort Merlin Beach Review [toc] 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 superb and quiet surroundings. Marriott Merlin Beach Resort is a large hotel built on vast land surrounded by hills and beaches. Quick Hotel Summary [wptb id=56821][maxbutton id="17" url="https://www.booking.com/hotel/th/phuket-marriott-resort-and-spa-merlin-beach.en.html?aid=8003987&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2 " text="Check the rates and book"
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Novotel Phuket Vintage Park Resort Review [toc] Novotel Phuket Vintage Park Resort is a popular 4-star hotel with a good location on the second road of Patong Beach, at walking distance to the beach but also to Bangla Walking Street, the heart of Phuket nightlife. With 303 big rooms, 5 room types and two large swimming pools, the hotel is immense and addresses travellers looking for a convenient location in
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DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket Banthai Resort Review [toc] DoubleTree by Hilton Phuket Banthai Resort is a 4-star hotel with a golden location in Patong Beach. The place is perfect if you plan to maximise your holiday in Phuket by equally mixing beach time, party time, easy-to-access restaurants, and endless shopping. The hotel, which was long known as Banthai Beach Resort, is across from a beautiful wide beach just 500 metres
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Phuket Graceland Resort Review [toc] Phuket Graceland Resort is one of the largest hotels on the island, with a staggering 600 rooms. The hotel location is unique as not many hotels in Patong Beach have the privilege of being so close to the beach. Phuket Graceland features three large swimming pools, a fitness centre, and a spa offering a range of treatments. There are several restaurants and bars on the
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The Kee Resort and Spa Phuket Review [toc] The Kee Resort & Spa Phuket is probably one of the best-located hotels in Patong Beach if you want to be in the heart of the renowned Bangla Walking Street action. Its unique location at the end of Soi Seadragon makes it the perfect place for guests who plan to be on the beach during the day and party at night. The
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Zenmaya Phuket Review [toc] Zenmaya Phuket is a charming seafront boutique hotel located halfway between Patong and Kamala Beach. This resort is modest in size but quickly became popular because of its attractive infinity swimming pool and the rooms facing the ocean. Overall the hotel is quite well priced considering the size of the room and the amazing sea views. [maxbutton id="19" url="https://www.booking.com/hotel/th/u-zenmaya-phuket.en.html?aid=8003987&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" ] The Rooms You can select
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Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Review [toc] Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort is a recent resort located near the bustling area of Patong Beach. Its prime location is one of the resort's major attractions as it is situated just across the street from the beach. The resort's proximity to the famous Bangla Walking Street is another feature that makes it stand out, as it is a short
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Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort Review [toc] Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort is a luxurious 5-star resort situated at the feet of a green hill overlooking the stunning Karon Noi Beach in Phuket. The resort offers guests a unique location with private access to this pristine and secluded beach, which is considered one of the most beautiful in Phuket with the most beautiful sand and amazing blue sea. The resort
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