KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's
A tables-on-the-sand beach bar on Patong Beach with a fire show after dark, from 16:00 until midnight.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 16:00–00:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
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.
Details
- Phone
- 084 249 3666
Full opening hours
Why go, and how to do it well
KYMA is a beach bar and restaurant set right on the sand of Patong Beach along Thaweewong Road, run by the team behind Smigo's. It's the Patong evening for people who want the beach without Bangla Road, with tables and loungers facing the bay, the sound of the waves and a fire show after dark that most reviews single out as the highlight of the night. Doors open at 16:00, so you can take a sunset drink, stay for dinner and catch the show in one sitting.
The kitchen covers steaks, seafood and Thai plates. Prices carry a beachfront premium, and there's a minimum spend per person to sit on the sand, ฿500 for adults and ฿250 for children, which a couple of drinks will cover. It's a relaxed, family-friendly setup rather than a club, and it closes at midnight.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's, round out your day in Phuket with contrasting stops nearby.
13, 5 Thaweewong Rd, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu
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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
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.
Arrange Your Ride Home
Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.
KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's: Frequently Asked Questions
Is KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's worth visiting?
KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's holds a 4.8★ rating from 1,568 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's?
KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's is typically open 16:00-00:00 — 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 KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's?
KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Phuket.
When is the best time to visit KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's?
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 KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's located?
KYMA Beach Bar by Smigo's is at 13, 5 Thaweewong Rd, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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