Beaches in Phuket

The island of Phuket is the largest of the Thai islands, located in the south of the country in the Andaman Sea. Like many popular destinations in the world, too Phuket It is a matter of personal taste and preference: there are vacationers who will fall in love with it thanks to the white sandy beaches and palm trees, and there are vacationers who will want to escape from it as soon as they recognize the typical overcrowding and commercialization that most Israeli travelers tell about. But these travelers don't really invest time and thought in reaching the small, quiet and secret beaches that we will tell you about right away.

Phuket Island - the beaches and the possibilities

Phuket consists of 70% mountainous area, where it has bays separated from each other by steep cliffs. Each of these bays is a beach, with the most successful being those on the south and west sides of Phuket. The tropical climate and the clean sea provide ideal diving conditions. On the island itself there are natural springs such as a rainforest defined as a national park, waterfalls and quite a few virgin beaches that are mainly used by the locals. 

the dry season It is between the months of November and April. This is the best time to come to Phuket, to enjoy the soft sands, water and water sports activities. The rainy season, which also includes the monsoon season, is between May and October, when the monsoons themselves begin already in April and make the sea dangerous. In general, the summer season in Phuket is considered busy and busy, but as long as you find yourself a quiet and calm beach, you can have a positive effect on your personal enjoyment of the place. 

Before we begin the review of the beaches, it is important to emphasize that most of them are located next to nearby towns. Each town has a certain amount of restaurants and shops, while in the central places there are also pubs and night clubs. In addition, Rob The hotels and resorts in Phuket do not lie on the coastline and are almost always separated by a road. 

Patong beach - Patong beach

Patong Beach is considered central, the largest and the most touristic in Phuket. The stretch of sea is long and crowded, characterized by a huge number of tourists in the season and the hotels are not located on the beach. The main reason to come here is the rich and lively nightlife it offers Patong town, most of them are concentrated in Soi Bangla and the surrounding streets. The beach itself is rich in restaurants, fruit and smoothie stands, massages, water sports activities and of course a golden opportunity to meet lots of new people. 

It is important to note that due to the nocturnal nature of the place, it is less suitable for families. If you prefer to stay a little away from the hustle and bustle on the beach, it is recommended to locate in the northern part. 

Simply Thailand's most recommended hotel in the Patong Beach area:

Other recommended hotels in the Patong Beach area are: Amari Phuket The amazing one next to the beach, Diamond Cliff Resort From it you can expect a spectacular view of the sea as well Hotel Clover Patong With the infinity pool on the roof. 

Paradise beach - Paradise beach

Paradise Beach as its name implies - small, picturesque and charming, located about 8 km from Patong Beach (about 5 minutes drive only). It is surrounded by a perfect tropical atmosphere that includes palm trees and rich vegetation. In the past Paradise Beach was a "secret" place, but Its location has since been discovered and is now overcrowded with tourists and there are many rocks in the water and there is an entrance fee of 100 baht per person.

Despite this, the beach offers an excellent exotic atmosphere, with all its characteristics: thick and green jungle vegetation, a volleyball net for the enjoyment of vacationers and sunbathers, secluded and pleasant seating areas with drink and fruit stands for those who wish to disconnect for a few moments.

Despite its stunning beauty, Paradise Beach is considered a much less recommended beach among travelers who have already been to Phuket, since the road to it goes through particularly steep ups and downs. This makes driving difficult and dangerous, especially when renting scooters.

And yet, if you have free time or just want to spend a whole day of pure pleasure on the beach - Buy a ticket A day that will buy you entry to the leading beach club and you will enjoy access to the pool, beach facilities, an open bar with a variety of drinks and a decadent lunch.

Simply Thailand's most recommended hotel in the Paradise Beach area:

Although Paradise Beach is relatively isolated, nearby, in the Patong Bay area, you can find other excellent recommended hotels such as Patong Heights, Jirana Patong וAmari Phuket that the distance from them to Paradise Beach is about a ten minute drive. 

Karon beach - Karon beach

The famous and well-known Karon Beach is a very long beach, located about 3 km south of Patong. It is a large and beautiful sandy beach, with a separation between the beach and the hotels that are located across the road for the most part. In the town you will find pubs and restaurants, while in the northern part there is a large park with a lake in the center - Highly recommended for those who want to spend a few hours in a different place, which is mostly visited by local residents.  

Although it is a central and quite famous beach in Phuket, Karon Beach is considered much quieter than Patong and Paradise and is therefore also ideal for families. It is important to emphasize and warn that in the rainy season the water fills with eddies so that the entrance becomes very dangerous. 

Simply Thailand's most recommended hotel in the Karon Beach area:

Other recommended hotels in the Karon Beach area are: La Meridien Phuket the prestigious, Chanlai Romance Resort The host is adults only, santara grand beach The pampering and hotel Icon Phuket For those with a lower budget.

Kata beach - Kata beach

You will find quite a few vacationers in Phuket who will prefer the pleasant and comfortable but famous and visible Kata Beach to the other competitor for the slot - Karon Beach. The reason lies mainly in the pastoral nature that the place offers: a strip of white sand with a total length of one kilometer, surrounded by green hills and the beautiful appearance of a small island, located in the middle of the water. 

The beach offers several restaurants and kiosks serving light meals, fruits, smoothies and drinks. Here, too, there is a separation between the beach and its hotels and the adjacent town. However, the approach here is much quieter than the busy beaches. Another bonus is the fact that the bay is small, which reduces the amount of eddies and currents that characterize the beaches in Phuket during the monsoon season (April to November). 

The town offers restaurants, shops, pubs and clubs (without go-go clubs) and in a good and solid atmosphere. The hotels are quite successful and there are pleasant entertainment options, which makes Kata Beach a suitable place for families. The main disadvantage is the huge "Club Med" complex, which lies between the beach and the town and actually completely separates the two. Therefore, to reach the beach, a rather large detour is required, which requires a walk of about 15 minutes. You can also get there with a short ride in a tuktuk. 

Simply Thailand's most recommended hotel in the Kata Beach area:

Other recommended hotels in the Kata Beach area are: Grand Kata VIP, Chanlai Romance Resort (Perfect for couples!) fChanalai Flora.

Kata Noi beach - Kata Noi beach

This beach is located south of Kata beach and the traffic to it is also relatively quiet. It is a small and quiet beach, clean and tidy, with several restaurants and shops nearby. The Katathani hotel is the central one and the beach is mainly used by its guests and guests from several other small hotels. 

If you are looking for peace and quiet, during the day but also at night, this is a highly recommended beach. 

Simply Thailand's most recommended hotel in the Kata Noi Beach area:

Other recommended hotels in the Kata Noi Beach area are the luxury hotel  The shore at Catatni, De Sis Kata also Katani Phuket Beach Resort. 

Nai Harn beach - Nai Harn beach

Nai Harn Beach is considered one of the most pleasant and beautiful beaches on the island of Phuket, where most of the traffic belongs to the locals. The sand is white and soft, the water is clean and the seating is comfortable and tidy. Next to the beach there are local Thai restaurants. There are very few hotels in the vicinity and the closest (and only) one to the beach is the Royal Phuket Yacht Club Hotel, which is considered well-known and excellent. 

Near Nai Haren Beach, there are two beautiful beaches worth visiting: Ya Nui Beach and Sen Beach. Many also visit the nearby famous observation point - Promthep Cape, from where you can catch spectacular sunsets. The bay of the island is a good mooring point for yachts and sailboats. 

Nai Harn Beach is a good and ideal place to catch peace and enjoy the desirable pastoral of Phuket. However, it is worth noting that entering the water during the monsoon season (April to October) is particularly dangerous. 

Simply Thailand's most recommended hotel in the Ya Noi and Nai Harn Beach area:

Rawai beach - Rawai beach

Rawai Beach is located in the southern part of the island of Phuket and in the past was inhabited mainly by locals, who used to enjoy the shady beach on the weekends and the seafood of the local fishermen. It is a lovely beach with plenty of successful restaurants, specializing mainly in seafood, but it is not suitable for swimming. 

The place is a starting point for sailing trips to the nearby islands. Along the beach there is a long pier with speedboats and longtail boats on its side as well as a market called "Gypsy Village", where you can find a variety of seafood stalls and restaurants. You can purchase the seafood and fish and ask the restaurant to prepare them as you wish. 

Rawai Beach is mainly suitable for foodies who want to taste the fresh fish and seafood on the spot, as well as for boat tours in the area. 

Simply Thailand's most recommended hotel in the Rawai Beach area:

Other recommended hotels in the Rawai Beach area are the Melon Apartments La Resort and Villas and also Fisherman Way Beach Villa Next to a beautiful park. 

Nai Yang beach - Nai Yang beach

Nai Yang beach is very close to the airport in Phuket, but it is relatively quiet and most tourists do not come to it. It is a wide beach located in a park full of shady corners, contains small pubs and restaurants. Many of the locals tend to come for picnics there and rest. Nearby there are a number of good quality holiday complexes. 

Simply Thailand's most recommended hotel in the Nai Yang Beach area:

Other recommended hotels in the Rawai Beach area are: Phuket Marriott Hotel where you will find a luxurious and pampering spa, Koryakea Boutique Phuket Located right on the beach and the holiday apartment Villa Cipines Lieberg For those with a low budget. 

Freedom Beach - Freedom Beach

One of the unpolished treasures in Phuket is Freedom Beach, which offers a sandy area of ​​only 300 meters, surrounded by granite rocks and dense and thick tropical vegetation. You can only get here by long tail boat and you should enjoy the sports attractions that await here, especially the successful snorkeling. On the beach there are several massage stations, fruit stands, smoothies and drinks. 

Simply Thailand's most recommended hotel in the Freedom Beach area: 

Surin Beach - Surin Beach

Surin Beach is considered very popular with locals and tourists alike. The atmosphere here is a bit luxurious, which raises the level of the hotels and restaurants operating here. Most of the houses that tower over the beach belong to the Thai aristocracy. There are dozens of food stalls on the beach and it is bordered by a row of trees, which gives it a beautiful appearance.

Among the top attractions on the beach, a snorkeling tour is considered the most recommended - a full-day tour departing from Khao Lak in which we pass through several amazing snorkeling spots that offer a spectacular glimpse of Thailand's underwater life, a visit to the Anki Moken village, and more. Curious? Details and tickets HERE.
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Simply Thailand's most recommended hotel in the Surin Beach area:

Other recommended hotels in the Surin Beach area are: Sixth Avenue Surin Beach (a beautiful apartment hotel), Twinpalms Phuket and the amazing villa complex Ban Po Prana. 

Ao Bang Tao Beach - Ao Bang Tao Beach

Ao Bang Tao is considered a local paradise for windsurfers. This is a beach that is considered very prestigious and therefore the hotels here are also among the most luxurious and spectacular in all of Phuket. The excellent stretch of beach is suitable for spending time on the beach and surfing and its length is 8 km. 

Kamala Beach - Kamala Beach

Kamala Beach is located north of Patong Beach and mainly offers a very relaxed and relaxed atmosphere. Most of the traffic on the beach belongs to older vacationers, who have come to Phuket for a long period of time and rent houses in the nearby fishing village.

Mai Khao Beach - Mai Khao Beach

Mai Kao beach is part of a large national park, so there are parts of it that still remain in their "raw" form and have not been developed or adapted for beach recreation. The length of the stretch of beach is about 11 km and you can go through them all back and forth, without meeting another person. It is a beautiful beach, but extremely wild. The ground inside the water has a very steep slope, which makes bathing especially dangerous. 

General tips, advantages and disadvantages 

Although there are many more beaches in Phuket, we have chosen to focus on several diverse options that will surely suit different types of travelers. The beautiful beaches of Phuket offer plenty of cute corners and maddening views, but some of them coincide with the popular tourism in Thailand and therefore suffer from overcrowding and the damages of "over-tourism". If it is important for you to earn a quiet retreat, suitable for children or romantic and secluded, spend a little more time choosing the most successful beach, according to the nature of your vacation. The island is mainly suitable for vacations in the style of "belly-back" and you should come to it after The trips and attractions the others you have experienced. 

There are two major disadvantages to Phuket and especially to its beaches: the first is the location of most of the hotels, which are not right on the beach, but separated and usually by road. The second disadvantage is the fact that most of the successful and recommended attractions of the island are located around Nai Yang beach. 

In addition, Phuket is considered a not so successful starting point for trips, since it is the most distant point of all the attractions in southern Thailand. Therefore, those who want to visit other provinces such as Phang Nha (Bay of Surin Islands and Similan), Krabi (Ko Phi Phi and Ko Hong) and Surat Thani (Kau Sok Nature Reserve) will have to do so on a long ferry ride. 

Just before you pack your bag, we will equip you with two tips that travelers in Phuket repeat over and over again: the first is Avoiding renting jet skis at the beach, because it is a known stinger. The operator is looking to make easy money, so when returning the motorcycle, they will claim that you caused damage to the tool and will have to pay the amount. The second tip concerns the rainy season in the region - May to October. This season is accompanied by monsoons, intense and prolonged torrential rains and a significant number of rainy days throughout the period. This causes sharp fluctuations in the sea water and large and direct waves. Therefore, it is important to avoid any entry into the water during this period, even on days that start out sunny and calm, and in general it is better to come to Phuket in the less rainy season and enjoy everything it has to offer.