Kata Beach

Kata Beach is one of Phuket’s three most popular beaches, along with Patong and Karon. It’s smaller than the other two at 1.5km in length, and its popularity means that you won’t find that secluded spot to lay down your towel, but thankfully there is still room enough that it rarely feels overcrowded. The beach itself is beautiful, with soft white sand.

Kata Beach is one of Phuket’s most popular beaches for surfing, especially in the tourism off-season between June to September. For the rest of the year, swimmers, sunbathers, and snorkelers dominate the beach. While you will see and hear some jet skis and the occasional parasailer, the vibe is still more relaxed than at busier Patong Beach.

Head away from the beach and into Kata center itself, and you will find a wide range of hotels and resorts and plenty of nice restaurants, bars, shops, and night markets.

Kata Noi Beach

Kata beach is actually split into two parts by a rocky headland – Hat Kata Yai to the north and the smaller, more secluded Hat Kata Noi to the south.

The Kata Noi beach is lined with palm trees, and along the road that runs parallel to the beach, Thanon Kata, there are lots of places to buy drinks and food.

Kata beach is less seedy than Patong and a bit more sophisticated than Karon. It attracts visitors from all over the world, and it is especially popular with families and couples.

Kata strikes a nice balance between offering lots of activities and places to eat and drink while still retaining a fairly relaxed, easy-going vibe.

If you want more nightlife, you can easily get to the much busier Patong Beach, just a 13-min drive away.

Karon Beach is sheltered by tall trees and palms which provide welcoming shade from the sun and some isolation from the traffic noise from the road that runs alongside the beach.

The rooms are spacious and modern, with every comfort you’d expect from a five-star hotel, and the more expensive rooms include a terrace and bathtub. The outdoor infinity pool is right by the beach and has a fantastic sea view.

The hotel’s restaurant is well known for its excellent food and is worth a visit even if you’re not staying there.

This luxurious 5-star adults-only resort is on the slightly smaller (yet equally beautiful) Kata Noi beach. With direct beach access and stunning rooms and villas, it’s a tropical beach holiday dream come true. The villas are spacious, with hardwood floors, a bathtub, a large terrasse, and wall-to-ceiling windows that really show off the gorgeous views.

A top-end resort with private villas perched on the cliffs between Kata beach and Kata Noi beach. The modern, almost futuristic all-white villas overlook the blue Andaman Sea. The villas feature an iPad-controlled sound system, a fully equipped kitchen, a private plunge pool, and contemporary cool artwork on the walls.

The 30-meter infinity pool is awesome, and there is an excellent fitness center. It’s a great choice for anyone looking for a quiet luxury getaway yet wanting to be close to Kata with its beach and restaurants.

Aurico Resort is a newly built hotel at the northern end of Kata. We were among the first to stay here, and we loved it. The rooms are large, clean, and well designed, with comfortable beds, free wifi, flat-screen tv (including English channels), air-con, and a minibar including a tea/coffee making station.

You can choose between beachfront suites (in Thani Wing) with fantastic sea views or rooms at the hotel building across the lane (Bhuri Wing). The hotel is newly renovated, and everything is fresh and stylish. We did not try the Tew Son Spa, but it looked fantastic. The hotel also has two fitness rooms and a tennis court.

If you’re looking for a family-friendly hotel in a great location within easy walking distance of Kata beach, then Ozo Phuket fits the bill perfectly. A recent addition to Kata (it opened in 2019), its stand-out feature is three beautiful pools set among the large green garden. For kids, there is a children’s playground and pool with a fantastic waterslide, as well as activities like kids’ movie night.

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There are two swimming pools, one with music and a pool bar and a quieter one, which became our favorite, that is more laid back and relaxing. The beach is just a 3-minute walk away. The resort sits on top of a hill, and while there are lifts, be prepared to climb some stairs. The view is, however, worth it!

With a great location just a few minute’s walk from Kata beach and a friendly, sociable vibe, this charming little guesthouse is a real gem. The rooms are spacious, modern, and decorated in light and airy colors.

The host, Sam, and his staff are genuinely friendly and will make you feel right at home. Breakfast and complimentary snacks are available all day.

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Sugar Ohana Poshtel

This little hotel is hard to beat for value with its climate-controlled spacious double and twin rooms, all clean and comfortable, just a few minutes walk from the beach. There is a communal area for socializing, free wi-fi throughout the property, friendly staff, and a surprisingly tasty complimentary breakfast.

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Beautiful Bang Tao beach is our favorite beach in Phuket. The beach is one of Phuket’s longest and lies on the northeast side of Phuket. The half-moon-shaped bay stretches for 8 km of soft powdery white sand and is lined with trees.

The southern part of the region is home to many three and four-star hotels, some cool beach clubs, and an old fishing village further inland. Roughly in the middle of the beach is Laguna Phuket – a large 1000 acres area of land with seven high-end hotels built around an inland lake.

The further north you go, the less developed the beach gets, and this is where it becomes genuinely stunning. White powder sand and the blue sea stretched out as far as the eye can see, and paradise is a word that readily springs to mind.

Why Stay At Bang Tao Beach

This is the perfect beach for anyone looking for a peaceful beach where it is still possible to find your own palm tree to put your blanket under, close your eyes, and not be disturbed by anyone.

Also, unlike many of Phuket’s beaches, no road runs along Bang Tao beach, so you are free from the traffic noise.

There is a refreshing lack of sunbeds that crowd some of Phuket’s other smaller beaches (although some of the Bang Tao hotels have their own small areas with sunbeds). You will also not be disturbed by jetskiing and paragliding here.

Since Bang Tao is so large, you can choose to mingle at the beach clubs or find some peace and solitude. It is also perfect for running or for a sunset walk.

There are plenty of hotels to choose from, although most of them are in the mid-range to high-end price range. Bang Tao is also one of the closest beaches to Phuket Airport (a 25-min drive).

Things To Do In Bang Tao

Enjoy the relaxed-vibed Bang Tao beach

Bang Tao Beach itself is the main attraction. You can walk for hours along the beach, and the further north you get, the less developed it is. Here you can discover your own undisturbed tropical paradise, put down your blanket beneath a palm tree, and forget the world around you.

Boat Avenue & Tinlay Village / Plaza

This is the shopping and restaurant area of Bang Tao. It is located close to the Laguna Complex entrance. Here you’ll find shops, supermarkets, and some of Phuket’s best restaurants. There is also a huge Villa Market supermarket with internationally imported food and an impressively well-stocked wine department.

Beach clubs

Beach clubs are trendy in Phuket, and Bang Tao has its fair share, especially along the southern end. Watch the sunset while enjoying a cool drink.

Sports Activities

Kayaking, Sailing, or go Horseriding with the Phuket International Horse Club

Golf

Bang Tao is a golfer’s dream, with a 27-hole golf course at the Phuket Country Club and an 18-hole course at Laguna Golf Phuket,

Bang Tao Night Market

Bang Tao’s night market is one of Phuket’s better night markets. A great place to come for some delicious Thai street food and fresh fruits or shop for some gifts and souvenirs. It is open Monday & Thursday evenings.

Wat Cherngtalay Temple

A small but beautiful Buddhist temple in bright white and red colors with gold decorations.

What’s The Catch?

Bang Tao beach is considered relatively high-end, and there aren’t many dirt-cheap budget accommodations around. This is also not the beach to choose if you enjoy activities like parasailing and jet-skiing, as it is a more relaxed beach. While Bang Tao has some excellent restaurants, the nightlife is limited. Head to Patong if you want to party.

There are not a lot of classic sightseeing attractions close by. But you can easily jump in a taxi or tuk-tuk or take the bus around Phuket for some sightseeing of temples and markets.

Where To Stay In Bang Tao

The Pavilions

There are a lot of top-end resorts in Bang Tao, but The Pavilion stands out. This is a “private hilltop villa with your own swimming pool” type luxury and a perfect tranquil hideaway for that special occasion. The villas are large, with modern Japanese-inspired decor and an infinity pool with an ocean view.

The hotel restaurant, The Plantation Club, is regarded as one of Thailand’s best, and the 360 bar has some of Phuket’s finest sunset views. Golf buggies take you around the property, and there is a free shuttle to the beach (a 5-min ride) and to Tinlay Village for shopping and restaurants.

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Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket Resort

Dusit Thani is an upscale Thai-owned hotel chain with long and proud traditions, and its Phuket hotel does not disappoint. From the warm welcome in the lemongrass-scented lobby to the perfectly manicured gardens, this is Thai hospitality at its finest. Our room was not the flashiest, but we really liked the classic decor, large, super comfortable bed, and beach-facing balcony.

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