Rayee Beach in Kamala
Rayee beach is one of those beaches people drive by without ever knowing its name. When I ask someone if they have been to Rayee Beach in Phuket, I always get that puzzled look or a negative answer. Now, if I describe where this beach is, in front of the Hyatt Regency Phuket in Kamala Beach, I always get an “Aaaah! ‘That’ beach!’ Probably the only beach in Phuket with a name no one can remember.
Of course, Rayee is not the prettiest beach on the island. Apparently, it has everything right: it is long and fringed with tall casuarina and coconut trees with a nice strip of sand and is virtually deserted. But the downside will reveal itself at low tide when the receding sea uncovers large rock surfaces. Rayee Beach is not a swimming beach. It’s not uninhabited; you can find a small restaurant with massage attached at the south end, built on a small wooden terrace reached via a tiny bridge, and another little dining place near the centre of the beach.
Casa Boho
The beach makes the superb Hyatt Regency Phuket unique, offering a beautiful sea view from almost every room, not to mention the amazing sunset from their Casa Boho Rooftop Restaurant!
Marine Biological Center
The Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort has a nearby reef and a newly established Marine Biological Center. Led by marine biologist Marat Khaidarov, the centre offers interactive experiences for all ages, from jellyfish studies to exploring ocean chemistry. Marat aims to instil a love for the sea in younger generations, hosting educational sessions and shore walks.
The centre supports marine conservation charities and had a notable opening attended by eco-guardians. General Manager Chandrashekhar Joshi highlighted the role of the hotel in responsible hospitality and nature preservation. The resort’s house reef invites activities like snorkelling and diving, showcasing diverse coral formations and marine life, including butterflyfish and moray eels.
Where to Stay on Rayee Beach
Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort
Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort is a superb 5-star resort built on a hillside of Kamala, overlooking Rayee Beach, which is just a little south of the main Kamala beach, far from any crowd. This luxurious 190-room resort on the west coast of Phuket offers splendid sea views from almost every balcony. Obviously, the higher the room, the better the panorama!
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the beach: across the street
Distance to Kamala Centre: 3.5 km
Luxury Villas for Rent
If you continue driving along the beach, you will reach the famous ‘Millionaire Row’ with all these amazing Luxury Villas built along the grassy cliffs between Kamala and Thavorn Beach.
Getting There
To find Rayee beach is very simple. From Patong Beach, drive until you are about to enter Kamala beach. At the bottom of the hill, you will see a road on your left; follow the signs to Paresa Resort, but you will reach the beach just a couple of kilometres from that sign.
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