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The 10 Best Beaches in Phuket, Ranked

Our ranked countdown of the 10 best beaches in Phuket, scored by visitor ratings and review volume.

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1

Patong Beach

4.3(45,000)Patong, Kathu District, Phuket 83150
Phuket

Phuket's most famous 3km beach on the Andaman Sea, buzzing with water sports, dining, and nightlife.

2

Karon Beach

4.6(9,010)Karon Beach, Karon, Phuket 83100, Thailand
Phuket

A 4km stretch of golden sand in Phuket, known for calm, clear water and spectacular sunsets.

3

Freedom Beach

4.4(10,123)ถนนศิริราช Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83100, Thailand
Phuket

A secluded white-sand beach near Patong with crystal-clear water, far removed from the crowds.

4

Banana Beach (Koh Hey)

4.8(4,215)44 1 ถนน วิเศษ Tambon Rawai, Muang Chang Wat Phuket 83130, Thailand
Phuket

A secluded coral-fringed island off Phuket with crystal-clear water, white sand, and a full range of water activities.

5

Kata Beach

4.5(4,446)Kata Beach, Karon, Phuket 83100, Thailand
Phuket

A popular white-sand beach in Phuket, known for golden sunsets, water sports, and a lively beachfront strip.

6

Banana Beach

4.6(3,607)27RG+PHH, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand
Phuket

A tucked-away Phuket beach with white sand, clear water, and jungle backdrop — calm, quiet, and relatively uncrowded.

7

Kata Noi Beach

4.6(2,883)Kata Noi Beach, Karon, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83100, Thailand
Phuket

A sheltered, peaceful cove in Phuket with clear turquoise water, clean sand, and a relaxed atmosphere.

8

Kamala Beach

4.4(3,730)Kamala Beach, Kamala, Phuket 83120, Thailand
Phuket

A relaxed sandy bay offering calm waters, golden sunsets, and a laid-back alternative to nearby Patong Beach.

9

Bang Tao Beach

4.5(2,697)Bang Tao Beach, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand
Phuket

A 7 km stretch of white sand on Phuket's Andaman coast, known for calm waters, golden sunsets, and a relaxed pace.

10

Nai Harn Beach

4.6(1,941)Nai Han Beach, Rawai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83100, Thailand
Phuket

A sweeping white sand beach on Phuket's southern tip, known for calm waters, golden sunsets, and a relaxed crowd.

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