Sun, Sand, and Sea: Top 10 Beaches to Visit in Phuket
What is the Most Popular Beach in Phuket?
Phuket is known for its outstanding beaches, probably more than anything else. With over 30 of them around the island, there’s a wide variety of atmospheres, scenery, facilities, and even textures of sand available. But with such a huge amount of choice, the question of which is the best beach in Phuket is inevitable.
We chose to combine a number of measurements, from the availability of nearby places to eat and drink to the fineness of the sand and the idyllic-ness of the surroundings. We also gave priority to those beaches with a lifeguard station. If you’ve visited before, you might be surprised by some of the places we’ve included to this compilation of top best beaches in Phuket.
1. Kata Beach
A family-friendly beach with aquatic activities
Categoría: Opciones económicas, Familias, Fotos
Kata Beach is the picture-perfect paradise beach with its beautiful soft sand, nodding palm trees, and clean waters with a soft seabed. It boasts good surfing in the low season and snorkeling in the high season, and a fantastic laid-back atmosphere.
Colorful long-tail boats are moored at the northern end, with a few budget food and drinks vendors often found nearby, while the southern end has a choice of beachfront hotels and restaurants and an exciting flow rider park at Surf House. At about 1.5 km in length, Kata Beach doesn’t usually get too crowded, either. So, find a good spot to spread your beach towel and spend a day at this versatile beach. Mostrar más
Kata Beach
2. Freedom Beach
For a more secluded beach day
Categoría: Parejas, Familias, Fotos
A 300-meter-long strip of some of the finest white sand in Phuket, Freedom Beach has all the isolation of a pristine desert island. For those wanting a few more comforts, there’s also a restaurant and beach chairs available. It has none of the usual jet skis, parasailing, and wandering vendors to pester you while you’re chilling out, making it the best balance of peaceful and quiet without sacrificing convenience.
It’s a little tricky to get to, being accessible only by long-tail boat or a steep footpath down a hill, so it has an air of exclusivity. If you get tired of sunbathing, put on your snorkeling mask and flippers and explore the underwater world, teeming with colorful fish. Mostrar más
Freedom Beach
3. Kata Noi Beach
Fine sand and fewer crowds
Categoría: Aventura, Fotos
Kata Noi is the neighbor to Kata Beach (the name literally means ‘little Kata Beach’), Kata Noi is just under 700 meters long but is an amazingly beautiful spot. The sand here is among the finest, the sea among the nicest and the surrounding restaurants among the best in Phuket.
There are only a couple of hotels along its length, but they too are rated among the best available. A much quieter place than its big brother to the north, it has a more peaceful and relaxed atmosphere while still offering the same great surfing and snorkeling opportunities. To stay overnight, book your room well in advance as they tend to sell out fast. Mostrar más
Kata Noi Beach
4. Ya Nui Beach
A small beach with a ton of activities
Categoría: Opciones económicas, Fotos
Ya Nui is one of Phuket’s smallest beaches and yet is amazingly popular for its size. It has a total length of less than 200 meters in an L-shaped curve. The shore has beautiful sand and sea and offers striking scenery, set just beneath Windmill Viewpoint.
The beach’s rocky outcrop is somewhat iconic, is easy to climb on for striking vacation snaps and helps create great conditions for snorkelers. Despite of its small size, there’s a good selection of nearby restaurants, vendors, and accommodations options. Check out local treat and delicacies to fuel your busy day of swimming and sunbathing. Mostrar más
Ya Nui Beach
5. Surin Beach
A versatile sandy paradise
Categoría: Lujo, Fotos
Surin Beach is celebrated for its beautiful, fine golden-yellow sand, clear turquoise waters, and the natural shade provided by palm and Australian pine trees. It’s known for its tranquil and relaxing atmosphere, making it popular for sunbathing, swimming (especially during high season), and activities like snorkeling and kayaking.
The beach is a raw natural beauty, with tree-lined soft white sand and clear tropical seas. The 800-meter-long beach is a very popular choice and the home of a good selection of Phuket’s most exclusive hotels, shops, and restaurants. If you’re a surfer, visit during the low season (May to October) for the best surfing conditions featuring strong waves and currents. Mostrar más
Surin Beach
6. Paradise Beach
A bustling oasis for fun loving sun worshippers
Categoría: Parejas, Vida nocturna, Fotos
The name says it all; Paradise Beach is truly a paradise. Less than 200 meters in length and with a little rocky headland making it technically two beaches, this tiny cove near Patong has calm waters with a soft seabed pretty much throughout the year.
The lovely white sand is shaded by nodding palm trees which look like they came straight off the cover of a vacation brochure. Being the home of Paradise Beach Club, the little cove has a great choice of facilities, including restaurants, bars, sea kayaks, beach chairs, and more. Stay longer into the night for the Koh Phangan-style beach parties. Mostrar más
Paradise Beach
7. Nai Harn Beach
A family-friendly spot with great amenities
Categoría: Opciones económicas, Parejas, Familias
The 660-meter-long Nai Harn Beach at the southern end of Phuket boasts soft sand, lifeguards on station, and very gently sloping soft seabed. It’s popular with families and has a good choice of hotels, shops, and restaurants nearby. On windier days, it is also a good spot for kite-surfing.
Thanks to the relatively small size of the bay and the presence of a large lake almost immediately behind the beach, the spot hasn’t been excessively developed, so it retains its quiet charm. If you want to take a break from sunbathing, browse the nearby stores and stalls for quirky souvenirs. Mostrar más
Nai Harn Beach
8. Bangtao Beach
A vast beach offering peace and activities
Categoría: Opciones económicas, Familias, Fotos
At 6 km in length, Bangtao is one of the longest beaches in Phuket. Along that length, you’ll find some of the island’s top hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs, making it a popular place for all kinds of visitors and locals.
While the scenery is perhaps not as picturesque and the sand not as soft as some of Phuket’s other notable beaches, Bangtao is still one of the best beaches in Phuket thanks to its sheer size. This simply means it’s never that hard to find a quiet spot to enjoy some peace and quiet. When you’re ready to leave the beach, check out some of the nearby attractions or book a nature and wildlife tour. Mostrar más
Bangtao Beach
9. Patong Beach
Lively ambience for beach lovers
Categoría: Opciones económicas, Parejas, Familias
No list of the best beaches in Phuket could be complete without mentioning Patong. Undoubtedly the most popular stretch of coastline on the island, the beach could be said to be a victim of its own popularity, being generally busy right along its 2.5 km length.
However, there’s no part of Phuket with a livelier atmosphere. The town behind the beach is home to many great restaurants and hotels, as well as the best of Phuket’s nightlife, while the beach itself has nice sand and offers plenty of attractions and activities. Arrive early to secure the best spot for your lounger and parasol.
Patong Beach
10. Karon Beach
A one-of-a-kind beach with ‘squeaky’ sand
Categoría: Opciones económicas, Fotos, Viajes diferentes
Karon Beach has the interesting honor of having the squeakiest sand in Phuket. Fine and soft, it makes a funny sound when you walk on it. At 3.3 km in length, it’s one of the longest beaches in Phuket and is close to being perfectly straight.
It’s beautifully lined with trees for a lot of the southern end, with volleyball nets and beachfront restaurants in the northern half. The sea here is very approachable, but features strong riptides in the low season. There are virtually no rocks along the length of the beach, so you can take a cooling dip with no risk of hurting your feet. In-between your swims, enjoy leisurely strolls on this unique stretch of sand. Mostrar más
Karon Beach
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