The island of Phuket is the largest in Thailand at 49km long. It has some of Thailand’s most popular beaches which I am sharing with you my Top 3.
It doesn’t feel like an island due to its size and busy community. Aside from that, it’s the home for one of the party capitals of Asia. You’ll know which place as you read along. The island is also home to many high-end seaside resorts, spas, and restaurants. I stayed in a beachfront hotel, just one minute walk to the beach.
3. KATA BEACH
Kata is not so busy as Patong, smaller than Karon. It has a more laidback atmosphere. That’s right! A quiet place to just chill and relax. This is a family-friendly place.
The actual beachfront is dominated by the Club Med. While, with regards to restaurants and bars, there’s nothing much you can find around the beachfront. Most night life is clustered along the back of Kata Road. If you are looking for beach party and food trips this area isn’t for you.
Popular nightlife: RE KA TA Beach, Club Ska Bar, After Beach bar
2. KARON BEACH
Karon beach is my favorite, the only beach I swam in Phuket island. I’m a bit picky with the beach. I like Karon because it’s the cleanest and huge. Even if there’s a lot of people, you don’t feel it’s crowded at all. It features the third longest beach in Phuket Island.
Although there’s nothing much on the main beachfront but Karon is a good place whether you are looking for peace and exciting activities. You can catch the lively small city “Karon Centre” for good choice of dining, shopping, and nightlife entertainment opportunities as well as a beautiful Buddhist temple. While Karon Beach Road is ideal for taking an evening stroll and is mostly occupied by large resorts and restaurants and shops.
There are two hotels right on the beach you should consider if your budget allows, Beyond Resort Karon and Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket. There are numerous small hotels too all around the place, so finding an accommodation that suits your budget shouldn’t be a problem.
1. PATONG BEACH
Sunset view from my room’s veranda. I got the perfect spot of accommodation in Patong, beach road. Patong Beach is known as one of the party capitals of Asia. It’s a busy street both day and night. The entire stretch of the beachfront you can easily find a variety of restaurants, bars, street food, and shopping areas. Everything that I need is just walking distance from my hotel. PUURRFECT for me!
The beach is not as big as Karon but bigger than Kata beach. It’s more crowded with a combination of family and party people enjoying the beach. There’s loud music too at the beach area, where you can enjoy your cold drinks.
Crazy nightlife you can catch along Bangla Road which is closed road during night-time to give way to bars and partygoers. Besides Bangla Road, other interesting night spots along its two main strips – Rat-U-Thit Road and Thaweewong Road (the beach road).
If you’re looking for a quiet place just to chill and meditate, Patong beach is not for you. You can stay either in Kata or Karon beach area. All these three beaches you can enjoy some water activities too.
What type of beach you prefer?
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I miss Phuket and miss you too. Definitely Karon Beach is my ultimate choice.🌊 That place is awesomely love!😍😍😍 If only I could stay there a little longer.💕
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I miss you more beh! Hopefully we can couple getaway in 2018. 😘
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The pictures here are amazing and Phuket is a definite must visit- the views around it are just so picturesque! I love beaches that are clean and have water activities, so I am in favor of Karon. Just beautiful.
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Thank you!
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Irrespective of the reasons why Patong is popular, I still consider it to be a decent beach to hang out on a summer day. Lots of things to do too!
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That’s true, everything is nearby.
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Wow every beaches in Phuket has a great views
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true! 🙂
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Ang gaganda ng beaches sa Phuket Thailand. Sarap puntahan 😍 Namiss ko bigla ang dagat. Nakaka relax kasi yung view at tunog ng alon ng dagat talaga. 😊
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Same here, let’s continue to pray for better days so we can safely go out. 🙏
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Same here momsh
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beautiful beaches, plus your pictures really captured the look and feel! wish i was there.
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Thanks! 🙂
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I love the beach even though I can’t swim and want to hide from the sun. Haven’t been to Thai beaches at all. This is a calling!
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catch a beach holiday soon! 🙂
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How I miss Phuket, I love Karon beach because it is less crowded compared to Patong.
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That’s right! 🙂
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These are really beneficial tips especially where there are so many beaches around the world. Especially Thailand. Beaches are great places to breakaway from the bustling city for more relaxation and peace of mind and body.
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Thank you! 🙂
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Wow, I love to spend my time at beach too. I have went to Patong Beach and then go Phi Phi Island .
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That’s nice! 🙂
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Phuket still the best gateaway for family. Expecially Phuket Fantasea. Just the price tickets slightly high
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I’ve been to Phuket before! Definitely worth the visit =) Hope to revisit that place again!
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I went to Patong beach before only, wish to visit another 2 beaches as well 😛
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Catch it next time. 🙂
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Great article and very insightful for planning a trip to Phuket, thank you for sharing!
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Thanks too!
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Oh my god. I miss beaches, it has been a while since I have been to the beach. I will definitely keep this in mind when I plan on going to Thailand. – Wynne (http://www.literaturesandmovies.com)
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Thanks!
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Great article, really helpful. Thank you for sharing!
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Nice article. Its realy nice. Many info help me. dont stop the super work!
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Karon beach was our favourite as it was quieter and cleaner. However, the sunset at Patong beach was truly breathtaking. How did you enjoy Phuket? We had a really great time 😀
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It’s my fave too! Yep, we’re lucky to get a nice view of the sunrise & sunset from our room. Good to know you had a great time, same here! 🙂
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Kata Beach is definitely my favorite… I’m all about beaches that are chill and laid back. Although a busier beach with a more party vibe is good sometimes too 🙂
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Totally agree with you! 🙂
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Miss the beach😊❣️
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