{"id":17888,"date":"2024-12-30T19:28:51","date_gmt":"2024-12-30T11:28:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/?p=17888"},"modified":"2025-06-25T11:27:49","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T03:27:49","slug":"beaches-in-phuket","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/beaches-in-phuket\/","title":{"rendered":"Hidden Beaches in Phuket Only Locals Know About"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/phuket-rental-villas\/thailand-villas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Phuket<\/a> is a beach lovers dream. With a gorgeous coastline and plenty of neighbourhoods to choose from, the island boasts some of the best <a href=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/top-6-bali-white-sand-beaches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">beaches<\/a> in all of Thailand. For those looking to get off the beaten path and escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, here are a few recommendations for the most peaceful beaches in Phuket.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Ao Sane Beach<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">A rugged, 200-metre spread of sand in the south of Phuket, Ao Sane Beach is a gorgeous little cove nestled amongst the hills. Backed by tropical almond trees and dotted with granite boulders, the scenery here is stunning. Ao Sane Beach is an excellent spot for <a href=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/lembongan-snorkelling-fishing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">snorkelling<\/a> and diving. The beach also features a small, no-fuss restaurant that serves authentic Thai fare and a variety of international cuisine.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_17890\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17890\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-17890 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-1024x576.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27576%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20576%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%273576%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-250x141.jpg 250w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-550x309.jpg 550w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-889x500.jpg 889w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/16888202706_bec2976391_k-e1608030891372.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17890\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">Photo credit: Dave Stone, licensed under Creative Commons BY-SA 2.0<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Banana Beach<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Banana Beach is considered one of Phuket\u2019s \u201csecret beaches.\u201d Located on the western coast between Bang Tao and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/naithon-beach-luxury-villas\/phuket-thailand-villas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nai Thon<\/a> beaches, Banana Beach is often deserted due to the fact it\u2019s a bit difficult to find. The water is ultra clear here, the sand particularly soft and the scenery spectacular as the beach is backed by tall, swaying palm trees. Banana Beach is worth the effort in finding as it is an idyllic spot to laze the day away.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_17891\" style=\"width: 1034px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17891\" class=\"lazyload wp-image-17891 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-1024x576.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27576%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20576%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%273576%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-250x141.jpg 250w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-550x309.jpg 550w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-889x500.jpg 889w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/43759524384_608a33c21b_k.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-17891\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 8pt;\">Photo credit: allochka22ru, licensed under Creative Commons BY-SA 2.0<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Ya Nui Beach<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Nestled between Promthep Cape and the Windmill Viewpoint, Ya Nui Beach is a quiet location with breathtaking views. The small beach has a rugged landscape. There\u2019s great snorkelling here as well as kayaks for rent. If all the time in the sun has you feeling peckish, head across the street from the beach to the small local restaurant for a heaping plate of pineapple fried rice and a fresh coconut shake.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload aligncenter size-large wp-image-17892\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-1024x576.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27576%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20576%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%273576%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-250x141.jpg 250w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-550x309.jpg 550w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-889x500.jpg 889w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/vitaly-sacred-V7LLCN8EjDY-unsplash-scaled-e1608031219879.jpg 2560w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Khao Khat Beach<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Khao Khat Beach is a quiet, local beach in the Cape Panwa neighbourhood of Phuket.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Although this area of the island is quite upscale with luxury resorts and a splattering or restaurants, the neighborhood has been able to retain a relaxed charm. Khao Khat Beach features shallow turquoise water and stunning views across Chalong Bay. At the western end of the beach, there is a dense mangrove forest which is interesting to explore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Natai Beach<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Located north of Phuket over Sarasin Bridge, <a href=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/paradise-on-natai-beach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Natai Beach<\/a> is a ten kilometre stretch of beach featuring powdery white sand, mesmerising clear water and coconut groves that dot the coastline. Due to its expansive size, Natai Beach often feels isolated even when it\u2019s not. The beach is truly peaceful and serene. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Natai Beach is without a doubt one of the best beaches that southern Thailand has to offer. Elite Havens features a variety of luxury villas located on the absolute beachfront of Natai Beach. Many of these villas are perfect for a \u2018Family Funcation\u2019 and currently running terrific year end special rates. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"Body\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Don\u2019t miss the chance to spend some time at Natai Beach while staying with us in Phuket. A combined stay in one of our villas in Phuket as well as a villa in Natai Beach is highly recommended!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload aligncenter size-large wp-image-17893\" src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-1024x597.jpg\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-1024x597.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"597\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%27597%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%201024%20597%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%271024%27%20height%3D%273597%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-200x117.jpg 200w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-250x146.jpg 250w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-309x180.jpg 309w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-400x233.jpg 400w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-514x300.jpg 514w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-550x321.jpg 550w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-600x350.jpg 600w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-800x467.jpg 800w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-857x500.jpg 857w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-1024x597.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-1200x700.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-1536x896.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/magazine-proxy.elitehavens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villa-Amarelo-Tropical-paradise-scaled.jpg 2560w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-orig-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"Body\"><em><span lang=\"EN-US\">Learn more about Elite Havens luxury villas on Natai Beach <\/span><span class=\"Hyperlink0\"><span lang=\"EN-US\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elitehavens.com\/quicksearch.aspx\">here<\/a><\/span><\/span><span lang=\"EN-US\">. <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Phuket is a beach lovers dream. 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