Bang Tao
The Vibe
Upscale resort enclave—Phuket's Riviera. The atmosphere is luxurious tropical ease. The pace is resort-polished and slow. The crowd is luxury travelers, long-stay expats, and affluent Bangkok weekenders.
Description
Phuket's most upscale beach neighborhood where the Laguna resort complex—luxury hotels arranged around a lagoon—anchors 8km of wide, uncrowded beach. The adjacent Cherngtalay town has developed into a sophisticated residential and dining enclave serving the area's large expat community. A world away from Patong's package tourism, Bang Tao represents Thailand's luxury beach market at its most polished.
Neighborhood Stats
Popular With
- Luxury Travelers
- Expats
- Families with Budget
- Golfers
- Honeymoon Couples
Key Attributes
- Luxury Resorts
- Laguna Complex
- Expat Community
- Long Beach
- Upscale
Food Scene
The Laguna resort complex contains multiple fine-dining restaurants. Cherngtalay's dining scene rivals Phuket Town for quality, with excellent Southern Thai restaurants in the Canal Village shopping center. Porto de Phuket mall anchors the western end with international brands and food options. Fresh seafood at beachside restaurants with direct resort views.