Patong Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Patong
Enjoy wild nights and calm days in Phuket’s most vibrant town, as famous for its nightclubs as for its long stretch of pristine sand and sparkling water.

Patong Beach is Phuket's main tourist resort. There are plenty of great restaurant bars and clubs to make sure you’re kept constantly entertained, whether travelling as a family or just looking to party.

The beach stretches along three kilometres of idyllic golden sand, surrounded by green headlands and clear water, which by day is lined with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas. Grab one (for a small daily fee), lie back and be waited on hand and foot by vendors selling a variety of delicacies including cooling ice cream, cocktails, delicious Pad Thai and juicy burgers. For a self-indulgent treat, book yourself a beachside massage.

If you don’t like to sit around too much, hire a jet ski, windsurf or kayak and take to the water. Adrenaline junkies can sign up for a banana boat ride, or go water skiing, wakeboarding or parasailing. Equipment is available from vendors throughout the length of the beach and no level of experience is necessary. For fun beneath the waves, the rocks at the north end of Patong offer excellent snorkelling, while back on the beach, there are usually games of beach volleyball taking place in the afternoon, which anyone can join.

Literally hundreds of locals walk along the beach selling goods such as jewellery, silks, clothing and carved wooden ornaments, so it’s a great place to pick up souvenirs. Do as the locals do and try out your bartering skills, or politely refuse and they’ll move on. Away from the water, Patong’s bustling streets are filled with shops and restaurants. At sunset, market stalls line the pavements selling beachwear, leather goods and electronics. To get a taste for the local culture away from the beach, take a Thai cookery class, or ride an elephant to see views of the town from another perspective!

Bangla Road and the Paradise Complex are Patong’s main clubbing areas—you can’t miss them with their bright neon lights and colourful go-go dancers. If the party scene isn’t for you, it’s probably best to give them a wide berth. The Paradise Complex area is also home to many of the local gay clubs.

Patong Beach is on the west coast of Phuket Island. It is around 16 kilometres west of Phuket Town and 36 kilometres from the International Airport.

Phuket Graceland Resort And Spa
Phuket Graceland Resort And Spa
4.5 out of 5
190 Thaweewong Road, Patong Beach, Patong, Phuket
The price is ₹7,282 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
₹7,282
per night
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"very happy no complaints"

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2024

Phuket Graceland Resort And Spa
Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort
Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort
4 out of 5
198 8-9 TAWEEWONG ROAD PATONG, Patong
The price is ₹9,911 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
₹9,911
per night
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (672 reviews)
"the pool was nice, very welcoming staff"

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2024

Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort
Amari Phuket
Amari Phuket
5 out of 5
2 Meun-ngern Road, Patong, Phuket
The price is ₹12,735 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
₹12,735
per night
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Patong. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"More options for food for dinner"

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Amari Phuket
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
iCheck inn Central Patong
iCheck inn Central Patong
3 out of 5
184/32-33 Phangmuang Sai Kor Road, Patong, Phuket
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Patong Beach and Karon ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (104 reviews)
"Property is close to anything you want to do"

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2023

iCheck inn Central Patong
GP House Phuket
GP House Phuket
3 out of 5
13 Thanon Sawatdirak, Patong, Chang Wat Phuket
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, on-site parking and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Patong Beach and Karon Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (55 reviews)
"Excellent rooms with comfortable beds. Reception very friendly and helpful. Close to all amenities."

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2024

GP House Phuket
Jirana Patong
Jirana Patong
3.5 out of 5
44/1-7 Muean Ngen Rd., Patong
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly villa in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Patong Beach and Karon Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
"Magnificent views back to Patong Beach. Far enough away, so very quiet. Villa staff were so friendly and helpful!! Made all our bookings thru the villa management, made life easy. Coming home after a big (hot) day to have a swim in our own pool was magic. Loved it, would book again."

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2024

Jirana Patong
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

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23 Mar 2020

Really great atmosphere.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
19 Mar 2020

Seeing is believing . Fantastic beach .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
17 Mar 2020

The night life is crazy in Patong.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
3 Mar 2020

Interesting place . Good beaches and views

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
2 Mar 2020

Naught Nuri’s was close to the hotel and had the best barbecue I’ve ever had!

3/5 - Okay

S
26 Feb 2020

We don't aim to spend our time in Patong, we did rent a yacht for a day to Maiton island, and it's a very relaxing, wonderful day.

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