Phuket is Thailand's largest island and lies in the Andaman Sea off the country's south-western coast. It has many beautiful beaches and the best of them located all along the west coast. Each beach in Phuket has its own unique characteristic. To name a few:

Patong Beach
Situated at a distance of 15 km from the town. This is the most famous and developed beach which is the center of the island's nightlife. It offers numerous activities like leisure, water sports, shopping and recreational options along its 3-km long crescent bay. It has a wide range of accommodation. For dining out, a number of moderately priced seafood restaurants provide great sea-views along the beach road. Swimming Windsurfing, snorkeling, sailing, and sunbathing are readily enjoyable at this well organised and serviced beach resort area.

Karon Beach
The second largest of Phuket's tourist beaches is 10 minutes south of Patong Beach. The sand is very white, and makes a sound when walked upon. The southern point has a fine coral reef stretching toward Kata and Bu Island. For accommodation there are a number of large resort complexes. Karon is fairly quiet and relaxed with some good local restaurants.

Kata Beach
This beach is located at a distance of 20 km from the town. Kata is a scenic gem, its clear water flanked by hills, and picturesque Bu island sits offshore. Kata village, close to the beach retains a cosy atmosphere with clusters of restaurants, bars, and small resorts.

Kamala Beach
The perfect romantic hideaway where is quiet and peaceful. Kamala was a small quiet, fishing village, but it has expanded rapidly during the last few years, but still retains its village atmosphere and a scenic, unspoiled beach. Kamala is an ideal place to relax, enjoy good food and watch the fishermen.

Surin Beach
Surin is a popular beach and weekend spot. A number of casuarinas pine trees lies adjacent to the beach area. Surin has a few guest houses and a number of beachside local restaurants. The steep incline of the beach, turbulent water, and big waves make Surin a dangerous place to swim.

Laem Sing Beach
This beach is a small rocky bay, popular with Thais at the weekend. The snorkeling though is excellent and the restaurants run by a couple of local families have great local food in high season.

Mai Khao
Almost 10 kilometers of deserted beach characterize Mai Khao where there is little tourist business. Mai Khao offers peace and serenity for the independent traveler. This lonely beach is another area where sea turtles come to lay eggs. The sea here is good for swimming in the dry season.