Where to Stay on Mai Khao Beach?
Hotels in Mai Khao Beach benefit from a unique location in Phuket, which is the perfect place if you prefer to stay away from the crowd. The beach is part of a protected national park; you will meet almost no one on the beach past the Phuket airport area.
If you are after an isolated romantic escape, Mai Khao Beach could be your place. Enjoy magnificent sunsets and long walks on the beach, with only the sound of the waves as a background.
Who is Mai Khao Beach For?
- A romantic hideaway for those who want to find total peace,
- Long walks on a deserted tropical beach (no coconut palm trees for your photos, though).
- Those who plan to spend time enjoying the hotel itself.
What’s Good?
- Immense deserted beach
- Close to the airport (it’s not disturbing, and you can see the planes landing).
- Some local Thai restaurants are scattered here and there.
What’s Not?
- Far from everything, you might need your own transportation.
- Hotels can be expensive, and you will probably use their restaurants and bars often, and expenses can add up quickly.
The Geography of Mai Khao Beach
Mai Khao Beach is 11 kilometres long. Most of the hotels are 5-star, and as you can expect, they come with a price and fantastic service, features, and rooms. There are a couple of options if you are on a tighter budget.
Note also that those hotels are in a national park, so they must be a few meters away from the sand. You need to cross a hundred meters of grass to reach the beach, which is not much, but it changes the perception slightly. There are also no beach chairs and just a couple of bars and restaurants on the beach.
| 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. |
Hotels on Mai Khao Beach
Sala Phuket
Sala Phuket is a little different from any other hotel in Mai Khao. The main feature is the pool villas, which provide total privacy. Each villa features an oversized pool, larger than the bedroom itself, which is not often the case when you book a pool villa. The bathtub and entire bathroom are outdoors, making it a fun experience.
Sala also has a beautiful spa with a program for couples. The restaurants, bars and the main pool area are close to the sea with just 50 m of lawn to cross on the beach—a very relaxing place to hide away from your loved one. Read more
Hotel Summary |
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| The Beach | 11 km long beach, quiet but the sand is a little more coarse than in the south, and the sea gets deep quickly. No sun loungers or umbrellas on the beach. |
| The Hotel | 5-star with 68 fully private villas |
| The Facilities | 1 restaurant and superb spa. |
| What's Around? | Not much around except other luxury resorts and a small shopping village called Turtle Village. |
| Who is it for? | Great for couples looking for total privacy in their pool villas and travellers in search of peace and long walks on the beach. People who have no interest in shopping or nightlife. |
| Worth Noticing | The pool villas are surrounded by a high wall offering great privacy, but no views. |
| Price | High |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1 (plus 1 in each villa)
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach
to Patong Beach: 47 km
to Phuket Town: 44 km
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Renaissance Phuket
Renaissance Phuket is a big resort with a few pool villas and many different room types that fit your budget. The resort has a lot of outlets to keep you happy for the duration of your holiday, including a fantastic spa.
Also, restaurants, bars, and the large swimming pool are just meters away from the beautiful beach. Many couples choose to get married at Renaissance to arrange a beautiful setting for a ceremony. Read more
Hotel Summary |
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| The Beach | Good Beach: very long and quiet but sand is a little more coarse than average, and sea gets deep quickly. No sun loungers nor umbrellas on the beach. |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort, 22 Pool Villas, 4 Ocean Front Pool Villas with private pool 4 suites and 150 Deluxe Rooms. |
| The Facilities | 4 restaurants, 1 beautiful spa, 1 large shared pool, great fitness centre |
| What's Around? | Not much around except other luxury resorts and a shopping village. Some local restaurants. |
| Who is it for? | Great for those in search of peace and long walks on the beach and have little interest in shopping or nightlife |
| Worth Noticing | The hotel is near the beach but doesn’t offer real sea view rooms |
| Price | Good |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach
Distance to Patong Beach: 47 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 44 km
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JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa is a luxurious retreat on Mai Khao Beach in northern Phuket. Surrounded by tropical greenery and overlooking the sea, it offers an array of amenities for families and couples. Guests can choose from 262 rooms and 15 types featuring garden or partial sea views. The rooms are spacious with modern amenities, including large TVs and well-equipped bathrooms.
Dining options include international cuisines, Thai specialities, and fresh seafood at restaurants like Ginja Taste and The Andaman Grill. The resort also boasts three expansive pools, a fitness centre, and an impressive kids’ club with daily activities. The spa provides a wide range of treatments in luxurious settings, including couples’ rooms.Read more
Hotel Summary |
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| The Beach | Good Beach: very long and quiet but sand is a little more coarse than average, and sea gets deep quickly. No sun loungers nor umbrellas on the beach. |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort, |
| The Facilities | 6 restaurants (Thai, Italian, steakhouse, Japanese, international), 2 huge pool (one for kids), Kids Club, Spa, Fitness with yoga classes, cooking classes |
| What's Around? | Not much around except other luxury resorts and a modern shopping village. |
| Who is it for? | Popular with everyone, with a preference for couples and families |
| Worth Noticing | The Kids Club is superb and kids love it, the team is truly caring. |
| Price | A bit pricey |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 3 pools (2,810 sqm)
Restaurants and bars: 10
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach
Distance to Patong Beach: 39 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 37 km
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Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas
Anantara Mai Khao is one of the most exclusive resorts in Phuket, with superb pool villas built around a lagoon. They also are a wellness centre with a spa, yoga, healing therapies and even Muay Thai.
You can choose from 8 different types of magnificent pool villas, but expect to spend at least 300 USD per night. The resort offers four restaurants and a beach club. Anantara is one of the most romantic luxury hideaways in Phuket. Read more
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| Location | Mai Khao Beach |
| Beach | Direct beachfront on 11km Mai Khao Beach, Phuket’s longest. Part of protected Sirinath National Park, golden sand. |
| Hotel | 5-star luxury resort, 183 units: 83 pool villas, 30 pavilions, 70 suites. All with private pools, tropical gardens. |
| Facilities | Eight restaurants including Japanese omakase, award-winning Anantara Spa, infinity pool, kids club, cooking school, 24-hour butler service. |
| What’s Around | Turtle Village shopping plaza walking distance, Splash Jungle Water Park nearby. Airport 6km, 15 minutes away. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, honeymooners, families wanting private pool villas. Not for those wanting nightlife or walkable restaurants nearby. |
| Worth Noticing | All units feature private infinity pools. Award-winning spa, Spice Spoons cooking school. Wellness centre, yoga, Muay Thai. |
| Price | Ultra-luxury |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1 (plus 1 in each villa)
Restaurants: 5 bars: 1
Distance to the closest beach: 350 m
Distance to Patong Beach: 42 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 41 km
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Le Meridien Phuket Mai Khao
Le Meridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort is a peaceful 5-star hotel by the sea, north of Phuket Island between Phuket Airport and Sarasin Bridge, connecting Phuket to the mainland. The resort is perfect for families looking for a hideaway far from the busy beaches of Phuket. As we wandered around, it was obvious that the hotel strongly focused on families, designed so kids could have a lot of fun, but other guests could also enjoy a peaceful holiday. Read more
Hotel Summary & Guests Score |
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| The Beach | Good Beach: very long and quiet but sand is a little more coarse than average, and sea gets deep quickly. No sun loungers nor umbrellas on the beach. |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort, |
| The Facilities | 2 restaurants (Thai and international), 2 pools (one for kids), Kids Club, Spa, Fitness |
| What's Around? | Not much around except other luxury resorts and a modern shopping village. |
| Who is it for? | Good for travellers and families looking for a hideaway by the beach. |
| Worth Noticing | The Kids Club is superb and kids love it, the team is truly caring. Beyond the beach, there is very attractions or activities near the hotel. |
| Price | Reasonable |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2 (plus 1 in each villa)
Restaurants: 2 bars: 1
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach
Distance to Patong Beach: 42 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 41 km
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Maikhao Dream Villa Resort
Maikhao Dream Villa Resort is a collection of luxurious villas far north of Phuket. The villas are immense, 460 sqm for the two bedrooms and 650 sqm for the three bedrooms. Each comes with 2 or 3 pools, perfect for large families and groups of friends wanting to get away from everything.
The outlets are limited because guests spend most of their time in the villas. You probably need to rent a car to explore the island and the nearby Phang Nga Province. Read more
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location | Mai Khao Beach, northwest coast. 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport. |
| The Beach | Only beachfront property on Mai Khao Beach. Direct beach access, quiet and private. Morning waves can be big, no water sports. |
| The Hotel | 22 Thai Royal-style pool villas (1-3 bedrooms). Teak wood, terra cotta, private pools, jacuzzis, full kitchens, outdoor salas, WiFi. |
| The Facilities | Dokbua Restaurant, Wine Cellar, Pines Beach Club, Dream Bar, Maikhao Dream Spa, fitness center, communal pool, Kids Club, library. |
| What’s Around | Splash Jungle Water Park 10 minutes. Sirinat National Park 15 minutes. World-class golf course 15 minutes. Isolated, quiet beach location. |
| Who is it for? | Families, honeymooners, those who want spacious villas with privacy. Perfect for beachfront relaxation. Not for party crowds or Patong nightlife. |
| Worth Noticing | Completed 2008. Centara Boutique Collection. “Maikhao” means “white wood” in Thai, inspiring the all-white design. Private chef and in-villa BBQ available. |
| Price | Luxury (5-star boutique villa resort) |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1 (plus 2 or 3 pools in each villa)
Restaurants and bars: 1
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach
Distance to Patong Beach: 38 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 37 km
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Splash Beach Resort
Splash Beach Resort sits on Mai Khao Beach, Phuket’s longest beach, within Sirinat National Park on the northwest coast. The beachfront property occupies 47 acres and houses 615 rooms, suites, apartments, and pool villas. Mai Khao Beach lies just a short walk away, with views of planes landing at Phuket Airport.
The resort features Phuket’s largest waterpark, Splash Jungle, offering free guest access. The park includes a wave pool, a 335-metre lazy river, and the Boomerango reverse free-fall slide. Multiple swimming pools, a full-service spa, and a fitness centre complement the grounds. Two restaurants and multiple bars serve international and local cuisine. Read more
| Hotel Summary | |
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| Location | Mai Khao Beach |
| Beach | Direct beachfront access to Mai Khao, Phuket’s longest beach at 11km. Strong waves, coarse sand. Watch planes land overhead from airport runway behind beach. |
| Hotel | Large 4-star resort with 582-615 rooms, suites and villas. Rooms from 30sqm with garden, pool or sea views. Some units with kitchens and balconies. |
| Facilities | Splash Jungle Water Park on-site, 2 pools including infinity pool, spa, fitness centre, kids club, 8 restaurants and bars, Phuket’s largest conference centre. |
| What’s Around | 10 restaurants, massage parlours, 7-Eleven, local shops. 3-5 minute walk from lobby to main road. 15 minutes from airport. |
| Who is it for? | Families with children, airport convenience. Not for those wanting Patong nightlife, beach swimming or lively atmosphere. Mai Khao is quiet and isolated. |
| Worth Noticing | Property showing age, needs renovation. Water park periodically closed. High on-site food and drink prices. Large grounds require buggy service. 40-60 minutes to main tourist areas. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2
Restaurants and bars: 1
Distance to the closest beach: Beachfront
Distance to Patong Beach: 40 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 36 km
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Apartments in Mai Khao
Baan Mai Khao – 2 Bedroom Luxury Condo with Beach Access
Baan Mai Khao is a privately owned 2-bedroom luxury apartment located on the immense Mai Khao Beach in the north of Phuket Island, away from the crowds and perfect for a romantic escape and a truly tropical experience.
This property, situated on the beachfront, is equipped with air conditioning, complimentary private parking, and free WiFi. The apartment features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, comfortable bedding, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with a view of the pool and outdoor dining area.
Swimming pools: 6 plus a children’s pool near the beach
Facilities: fitness room, bike rental
Distance to the closest beach: right on the beach
Distance to Patong Beach: 43 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 43 km
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