Patong Travel Guide

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Patong
Patong
Patong
Patong
Patong showing a sunset, water sports and a sandy beach

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Nightlife is the claim to fame of this city on Phuket’s west coast, but its spectacular beach makes it a destination for all ages.

As the main resort town on Phuket, Patong is known for its nightlife and scenic beachfront. Clubs, restaurants and outdoor bars lit by hundreds of neon signs fill up nightly with tourists looking to party. Families will love exploring the wide beaches, blue-green waters and town markets.

Patong Beach stretches along 3 kilometres (2 miles) of coastline. Hills extend out into the water on both sides of the beach, forming a gorgeous protected bay. Hire a powerboat and go wakeboarding, waterskiing or parasailing around the bay. Otherwise, navigate the water at a slower pace on a sailboard or in a kayak. Hire snorkelling equipment and head to the rocks on the north side of the beach and discover exotic marine life. If you get hungry, order something from a beach vendor. Enjoy a burger and sip a cocktail, all without leaving the sand.

On the beach you will find many Patong locals selling handmade items like carved wooden trinkets, jewellery and clothing. Barter with one of these vendors or browse the downtown shops for souvenirs. In the evenings, the pavements fill up with markets.

Patong’s nightclubs are spread around two main areas: Bangla Road and the Paradise Complex. These lively districts are worth a visit but only if you enjoy the nightlife.

For a change of pace, visit some of the area’s other attractions and beaches. Kamala Beach, 8 kilometres (5 miles) north of Patong, is great for families. Spend a day enjoying the tranquility and scenery of Kata Noi Beach, just over 10 kilometres (6 miles) south of Patong. Keep travelling south to sleepy Nai Harn Beach and watch the sunset at Promthep Cape, the southernmost tip of the island. Organise a longer adventure to visit Ao Phang Nga National Park where you can take a canoe trip around spectacular limestone rock formations.

Patong is located 36 kilometres (22 miles) from the island’s international airport and 16 kilometres (10 miles) west of Phuket Town. Relax on the beach by day and party the night away in this irresistible beachfront destination.

Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa, Patong Beach
Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa, Patong Beach
5 out of 5
284 Prabaramee Road, Patong Beach, Patong, Phuket
The price is NZ$187 per night from 8 July to 9 July
NZ$187
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was beautiful and the view of the ocean is amazing. The entire staff was very friendly and welcoming during our stay. Location nice to be away from the main strips but close enough it only took a short taxi to get there."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa, Patong Beach
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
5 out of 5
99 Muen-Ngoen Road, Tri-Trang Beach, Patong, Phuket
The price is NZ$484 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$484
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice, nea"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
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 NZ$254 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$254
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
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 our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel Best service Excellent breakfast"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort
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.
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, parking (surcharge), and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (163 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

GP House Phuket
Grand Orlov Apart Hotel
Grand Orlov Apart Hotel
4.5 out of 5
5/35, Patong, Phuket Province
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Patong Beach and Bangla Road ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (18 reviews)
"Great rooms, within walking distance of the main attractions in Patong. Air conditioner struggled a every afternon. Cold enough over night."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2025

Grand Orlov Apart Hotel
Patong Heights
Patong Heights
4.5 out of 5
9/2 Muen-Ngern Rd, Patong, Phuket
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Patong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Bangla Road and Patong Beach are ...
"The property is safe due to location in case of tsunami warnings. Very nice rooms and quiet but located 5mins uphill from the busy Patong street. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2025

Patong Heights
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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Reviews of Patong

4.1
Top destination
5 - Excellent
215
5 - Excellent 31%
4 - Good
358
4 - Good 52%
3 - Okay
88
3 - Okay 13%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Wayne

Centred around Bangla road great vibe and spent a lot of time there great weather and friendly locals.

5/5 - Excellent

Narelle

This was my third visit to Patong and have always stayed at Patong Merlin Hotel and will definitely come back and stay again

2/5 - Disappointing

Tom

It's a mixed bag, some parts are nice, others not, snd Russians absolutely everywhere!

3/5 - Okay

Michelle

I was last in Patong 11 yrs ago, it is even seedier than it was back then. If I ever go back to Thailand it will be somewhere different

4/5 - Good

Joanne

Despite all the negative perceptions that Patong has been given, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves while we were there. Found a tour agent who made sure everything went well with the tours that we booked and her rates were one of the best!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Many amazing places to eat out, massages on tap. Beach was nice

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