Patong Beach Guide
Everything You Need to Know About Patong
Patong is the most famous beach resort on Phuket. With its wide variety of activities and nightlife, Patong is an ideal place to party and play. By night the town has a bustling nightlife which includes literally hundreds of restaurants, beer bars, GoGo Bars and of course discos. The nightlife is centred around Soi Bangla (Bangla Road) however there are quiet parts of town.
Visitors hoping for a glimpse into the exotic East might not find it here, though the steaming hot streets, neon lights and chaotic atmosphere of Patong can be overwhelming for the new arrival. The key to full enjoyment of the place is to pace yourself, drink lots of water and learn the meaning of 'mai pen rai' - which translates roughly to 'It doesn't matter' or 'Don't worry, be happy'.
Looking for a nice quiet hotel in Patong, they do exist! Somewhere in heart of the action? Beach bungalows maybe? Or a hotel that the kids would love? This page has been put together to help you find exactly what you're looking for, it covers all areas and recommends hotels that we know are good. Read more...
Tucked away at the quiet southern end of Patong Beach is Avantika Boutique Hotel, a small luxurious hotel where everything's just right. A few steps across the road and you're on the beach, most rooms have stunning sea views.
It's close enough to the restaurants, bars and clubs of Patong which are just a five minute walk away, but importantly it's also far enough away from the noise. Try out the spa with both indoor and outdoor treatment rooms for a pampering you'll remember.
The very reason for Patong's existence....During the day Patong's curved sandy bay is a hive of activity with parasail and jet-ski operators, boat drivers, beach vendors and masseuses all vying for the attention of the many visitors relaxing on the beach chairs. Everything you need to know is right here. Read more...
Famous for hosting the best nightlife on Phuket Island, Patong also offers a wide variety of attractions including Simon Cabaret (the biggest transvestite cabaret show in Asia), Jungceylon Mega Shopping Centre, Patong Boxing Stadium, and Wat Patong. This beachside town has a lot to offer when it comes to interesting and fun attractions.
Patong Beach has gained a rock-solid reputation over the years as the place to go for heavy partying. But those who are looking for more than just a crazy night out can also enjoy other activities at many of its fun venues including cable skiing, shooting at ranges, Thai cooking classes, bowling, batik painting classes, elephant trekking, go-karting and more. Read more...
Patong establishments run from hand-wheeled carts selling kebabs and sticky rice all the way to world-class fine dining, with celebrity chefs and award-winning wine lists. There are Thai food courts, where you can join the locals for a delicious and incredibly inexpensive meal, mid-range restaurants with solid and budget-friendly food and trendy places with nouvelle cuisine and arty décor. Read more...
Streets of Patong are relatively quiet by day, but when the sun goes down the town awakens and roars. The beach road and back streets turn into a hectic treading ground for street vendors and pedestrians while the bars, pubs and discos become heavily populated with fun-seeking locals and visitors. Bangla Road is the centre of the night-time action. Read more...
Every evening it seems that Patong turns into a giant market as market stalls appear from nowhere on all the main streets (and many minor ones). You can virtually anything you need but you must haggle to get a reasonable price, haggling should be done with a smile on your face. Read more...
Our interactive map (and satellite views) displays all available hotels with photos, facilities and guest comments as well as attractions, landmarks and other items of interest with links to relevant information pages. The perfect way to find your way around and see where everything actually is. Read more...