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The area
Bang Tao is one of the longest beaches on Phuket’s west coast: several kilometres of soft sand facing the Andaman Sea, with a relaxed, upmarket feel. Over the past decade it has become the island’s busiest area for new residential projects, and it now has everything for everyday life within a few minutes’ drive: supermarkets, cafés, gyms, clinics and international schools nearby.
Who it suits
Families, remote workers and long-stay residents who want a beach lifestyle without the crowds of Patong, and investors looking for strong year-round rental demand.
Beaches & lifestyle
- Bang Tao Beach, long enough for quiet stretches even in high season
- Well-known beach clubs and sunset restaurants along the sand
- Boat Avenue and Porto de Phuket for shopping, dining and weekend markets
- The Laguna Phuket resort complex and golf course next door
Getting around
Phuket International Airport is roughly 20–30 minutes away by car, one of the shortest trips on the west coast. Patong is around 30–40 minutes south; Phuket Town is about 40 minutes.
Property in Bang Tao
The widest choice on the island: modern condominiums close to the beach, gated pool-villa communities inland and branded residences. Demand from both holiday renters and long-term tenants is consistently strong, which makes Bang Tao a popular choice for buyers who want a home that can also earn rental income.
