Patong Beach - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
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Patong Beach
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The area
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Restaurants
994 within 3 miles
Big Boys' Burger Club - Patong Beach
209
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Grill
Kan's Haus Cafe & Bistro
549
392 ft$$ - $$$ • Bar • Cafe • Asian
Climax Poolside Bar & Grill
1,441
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Asian • Thai • Fusion
Kee Kitchen
368
0.1 mi$$ - $$$ • Bar • International • Asian
Amritsr Phuket Beach Road
951
236 ft$$ - $$$ • Chinese • Indian • Pizza
Mojitobar Patong Phuket
188
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Brew Pub • Bar • Pub
L' Entrecôte, The Steak & Fries Bistro
1,016
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • French • Steakhouse • International
Sultan's Grill Authentic Turkish & Indian Cuisine
915
461 ft$$ - $$$ • Indian • Mediterranean • Turkish
Tandoori Flames
2,114
0.2 mi$ • Indian • Asian • Thai
Kee Sky Lounge
449
0.1 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Bar • International
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Attractions
145 within 6 miles
KUDO Beach Club
304
143 ftBeach & Pool Clubs
Bangla Road
20,983
0.2 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks
The Phuket Gallery
17
260 ftArt Galleries
Patong Inn Art
120
0.1 miArt Galleries
Banana Beach
427
0.2 miBeaches
Moulin Rose Carabet Show
7
0.1 miCabarets
Danze Fantasy Theatre
135
0.1 miTheaters
Beloved tattoo
6
0.1 miArt Galleries
Ocean Plaza Patong
12
0.2 miShopping Malls
Central Patong
85
0.2 miShopping Malls
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See what travelers are saying
  • Husnain
    258 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Overrated
    Very average beach, there are so many other beaches much better than this. Not sure why this is so famous. Many people keep asking u to try water sports, I been asked at least by 5 people within 2 mins time. It is very annoying. The water sports were expensive as well. There are flags saying swim here and don't swimming here so it is very confusing
    Visited May 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written May 31, 2023
  • macfod
    Dunedin, New Zealand666 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Good for some
    Have done the nightlife side in Patong and the reputation is what it is and holiday makers have made it. Its a good long beach and tree lined and we decided to walk round in freedom breakfast time of the day to view all in daytime. Hawkers and massage girls were there but not really in your face if you were polite and smiled.Shops were same same with gear. The place is certainly different during the day .. certainly not beautiful but for many a party town.
    Visited July 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written July 11, 2023
  • Anne-Maree S
    Sydney, Australia49 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beach at Patong
    Nice location for a few days. Our hotel was in great location to the beach for a good 6km loop safely. A lot of Pot around though, so air quality smells like camel poo. Beach clean and plenty places to sit and not be hassled too much
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written September 9, 2023
  • MosesPH
    1,530 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Crowded and Touristy
    This is one of the main tourist attractions in Phuket. The beachfront itself is busy and lots of water sport activities on offer. There are plenty of restaurants, shops and activity along the streets by the beach. It's very much a party town with nightlife. Signs indicating tsunami hazard zone provide a reminder that this was one of the most affected areas of the tsunami in 2004.
    Visited June 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written September 23, 2023
  • wkchan258
    Hong Kong, China8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    a beach with diversity
    I have been to there a few months ago and living close to Patong Beach. Not the most beautiful beach in Phuket but there are a lot of shops and restaurant, hotels, bars, walking street around this beach. And that was lively at night. Recommended!
    Visited April 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written October 1, 2023
  • LAI2342
    Shah Alam, Malaysia109 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fun in the sun
    Thousands thronged Patong beach when I was there. Activities include swimming, jet skiing, paragliding, boating, sun-bathing and just watching. Tourists of diverse nationalities having fun in the sun. Many hotels and restaurants along the beach road make it convenient. Beach is clean and safe.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written November 10, 2023
  • AdiS58
    Switzerland6 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Patong changed a lot, do not go any more!!
    Patong is no more nice as it was before Covid. It is allmost like Pattaya now. Just party and drinking everywhere. And worst is that you have tousends of Indian's, Arab's and Russian Tourists. And specialy the Arabs and Russian are loud, unfreindly and sometimes very rude! Specialy to the thai working people. And then since WEED is legal u have also a lot of nasty cheap weed smokers! Also near Bagla Rd. Everything overpriced and no more good (Streetfood in Bangla). If u go Phuket choose an other beach location or go to Hua Hin.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written November 19, 2023
  • Stuart C
    14 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Patong beach
    Arrived at the beach preferring to use deck chairs. The deck chairs where under trees meaning no sun. Laid down on the sand. Noticed two cruisers in the bay. Lots of Russian people where on the beach. The beach vendors where back and forth with various items for sale.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written December 2, 2023
  • Rodalita B
    Francisco I. Madero Municipality, Mexico2,912 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Patong Beach excellent beaches
    Patong Beach - located on the west cost of the Island . The most popular beach in old of Phuket . Its a beautiful place. Spots for watersports parasailing windsurfing. And jetskiing...it is near and of Bangla road. Patong beach famous town in Phuket with a 3 km.long beach a very great hotel.. a nice sandy beach with white sand and well beauriful sea..peaceful and quiet beach..for evening staff is very accomodating and smiley at the guest..
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written December 3, 2023
  • MediocrityPhobic
    Knysna, South Africa67 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Avoid the street stalls to preserve your sanity
    Absolutely captivated by Patong! The scenery is breathtaking, the food sumptuous, and the people incredibly hospitable. However, I can't give it a perfect 5 due to unpleasant encounters with some shopkeepers, particularly those run by Nepalese individuals. In my experience, they've been cunning negotiators and quite grumpy and arrogant. To preserve your zen moment in Patong, it might be advisable to steer clear of their stalls.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written December 13, 2023
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Tas G
Athens, Greece1,421 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
This is the highly advertised beach of the area???
Jan 2020
It is so funny that such a beach is so advertised as one of the best and that hundreds of tourists are going there. Probably some people must visit other areas of the planet to see what a beautiful beach means.
The only positive is that is next to Patong town which to say the truth has many advantages but also big disadvantages like smell of sewage all around city, luck of garbage bins, annoying taxi drivers, extremely high prices in restaurants and shops near european or usa prices.
Regarding the beach is a big one but extremely crowded full of annoying sellers, not so safe with very dirty waters. All the sea is full of jetskis and boats. Beach is also dirty with any kind of plastic and papers.
Try it just to see what is all about but not worth to stay more than an hour.
Written January 14, 2020
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Troy B
Makati, Philippines335 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Busy But Central
Dec 2019
There are other quiet, less busy beaches in Phuket, but Patong's proximity to all the action, as long as its size, still makes it one of the best. During special events, like a few days before New Year's Eve, they usually have free DJ concerts on the beach. There are still spots, where you can just lie down and read a book. Oh, there's hardly any shade and finding shelter in one of those beach umbrellas will cost you.
Written January 17, 2020
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SahilChrungu
New Delhi, India1,536 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Beautiful clean Beach in heart of Thailand
Jun 2020 • Family
Patong is Phuket’s busiest coastline town and Patong beach is one of the most visited tourist attractions here. The 2.5 kilometers long sandy beach holds an endless number of hotels, resorts, bars and various other tourist attractions that make it a favourite pick amongst visitors. Furthermore, as the beach is easily accessible, it remains crowded on most days visited by locals and tourists alike. This can be a fly in the ointment for visitors who do not like crowded places but Patong’s nightlife has only fascinated everyone ever!

Patong’s bustling lifestyle is apt for youngsters who are sure to never find a reason for boredom. The beach town, known for its nightlife owing to the many clubs, bars, lounges, remains open all through the night. Patong is also popular for its shopping lanes where shopaholics are certain to find something fancy to take back home. From night markets to fresh markets to malls, shopping lovers have quite a few options for their fun pass time.

Tourists interested in watersports can find a number of water activities to indulge in, such as surfing and swimming. They can also find beach umbrellas and sun loungers to relax and chill at! If nothing else, beach lovers can sip a mug of beer and watch the sun set in the beautiful sea of Patong.

Undoubtedly, Patong is the ultimate go to for party animals but not for people wanting some time in solitude
Written May 20, 2021
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Haresh
Benidorm, Spain20 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Beautiful beach but very crowded .
Jan 2020 • Couples
Very beautiful beach but very crowded . Too many water excursion people and long tail boats .
Will Recommend Paradise Beach , the best beach in Phuket , there is entrance fee of 200 bahts bt its worth paying .
Should also visit Karon and Kata Beach , Very clear water and very Relaxing.
Written January 12, 2020
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Michael
Woking, UK255 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Christmas Day
Dec 2019 • Couples
We decided to spend Christmas Day 2019 at Patong Beach as we had been planning since early October! The beach was fairly crowded and the water is a bit dirty (in comparison to other Thai beaches) but overall it was a nice experience. We found some space among the people sunbathing and had a coconut drink (you can purchase them for around 40 baht just off the beach). There was activities available like parasailing and jet skiing. As mentioned, the water was a bit murky with seaweed but still pleasant nonetheless. We then had dinner at one of the restaurants that backs the beach which was a reasonable price and was okay taste-wise.
Written January 8, 2020
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Jan de Vos
6 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Bangla road - Phuket
Dec 2019 • Couples
Bangla road is over-estimated and expensive. It is quiet in the morning and extremely busy and overcrowded at night. The saying: “ if it’s too loud, you are too old” - might be applicable, though my experience is: too loud, too busy and too expensive. Be careful: they sell fake stuff at high prizes. We stayed at Patong, but adjacent beaches areas beautiful and not crowded.
Jan
Written January 9, 2020
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k b
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India161 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Party beach
Dec 2019 • Couples
What a lively place . We visited this twice on 29 and 30 dec night and the open Party at the beach was just awesome with live Dj music and dance. It is just the perfect party place with full of pubs and bars.
Written January 3, 2020
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Ron S
Okotoks, Canada6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Around the world 2020
Jan 2020 • Couples
All hotels are off the beach and that is ok. Make sure you get to the beach early to get a lounge chair. Reserve one with Alex the charge for 2 chairs and an umbrella is 200 Bhats. If you reserve for the next day it costs you 270 Bhats but you get preferential treatment and an extra umbrella. Eat the food off the carts on the beach it is amazingly good. Find If the ice cream guy he is very knowledgeable and can speak good English. Massages are better and less expensive off the beach. The water is amazing and the sun is very strong. I did not spend time in the sun and came back with a nice tan. Don’t bring too many clothes as laundry services are available everywhere for 50 Bhats per kilo. You can change money almost anywhere and the people are amazing. There are more 711 stores in Patong beach than in CANADA every street corner has at least one. Pharmacies are also everywhere. Eat street food at the night markets it is amazing. Have fun bring sun screen. Be careful crossing the streets as the experience is like dodging bulls. Russian roulette.
Written January 27, 2020
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Ms Chongg
Malaysia22 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Suitable for kids but unfriendly local
Jan 2020 • Family
My husband, our 10 years old son and I went to Patong beach. My son like the beach so much. As u walk pass by, there will be locals promoting jetski & parachuting. They a bit quite pushy, we politely reject them as we are not interested, they keep mumbling non-stop. They are very rude & not friendly. Phuket is not a friendly spot. If can, try to avoid this place. Otherwise your holidays gonna be spoiled by their sh*t attitude
Written January 28, 2020
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G2Kpauly
Melbourne, Australia3,398 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Nothing special
Apr 2022 • Friends
I went to the beach one time in day and acouple of times at night. It's much nicer at night when everyone goes and chills there and it's not too hot. Fireworks will go off and everyone is having a good time. In day can't relax without sellers trying to sell fruitshekes for 150 baht when they cost 50 at a stall nearby.
Written April 27, 2022
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