Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket
Beach clubs on this coast have a habit of charging resort prices for a sunlounger and a mediocre cocktail. This one sits in the mid-range bracket instead, which is why it gets my vote for a Bangtao sundowner when you don't want the bill to define the evening.
It's right on the sand on Bangtao Beach Road, and that's the whole appeal: sea in front of you, a drink in hand, no pretence about it. Doors open at 11am daily and it runs through to midnight, so you can make it a lazy afternoon or just turn up late and stay for the music. The crowd shifts as the night goes on, and it handles both moods well enough. If you're staying at one of the Bangtao or Laguna resorts, it's an easy walk or a short ride, and there's plenty else nearby to build an evening around.
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Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket worth visiting?
Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket holds a 4.8★ rating from 2,718 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket?
Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket is typically open 11:00-00:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
How expensive is Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket?
Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Phuket.
When is the best time to visit Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: June – September (rough seas).
Where is Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket located?
Carpe Diem Beach Club - Phuket is at 99, 1 Bangtao Beach Road, Tambon Choeng Thale, Amphoe Thalang, Chang Wat Phuket 83110, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
Location Info
99, 1 Bangtao Beach Road, Tambon Choeng Thale, Amphoe Thalang, Chang Wat Phuket 83110, Thailand065 058 5388www.carpediemphuket.com/Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands
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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Carry Your Passport or a Copy
Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, especially in Bangkok's Thonglor, RCA, and Sukhumvit areas. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Know the Closing Times
Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.
Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.
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Nomad Beach Club Phuket
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MAYA BEACH CLUB PHUKET
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands