Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Patong travel guide

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You're Going to Love Patong

With a population of 14,797, Patong is a must-see destination in Phuket, Thailand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 7 days in order to fully appreciate everything Patong has to offer.

When to visit Patong

Patong in March
Estimated hotel price
$39
1 night at 3-star hotel
Patong in March
Estimated hotel price
$39
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Patong

Plane

Although Patong doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Phuket Airport (HKT), which is located 15 miles from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 6 miles from Patong. You’ll find branches of Drive Car Rental and Alamo, among others, in Phuket City.

Plane

Although Patong doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Phuket Airport (HKT), which is located 15 miles from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 19h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 6 miles from Patong. You’ll find branches of Drive Car Rental and Alamo, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Patong

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Patong

KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,298 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,278 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,462 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,111 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,240 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,694 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,711 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,684 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,032 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,555 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,845 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,535 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,635 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (321 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,045 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,137 reviews)
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Where to stay in Patong

From 5-star hotels such as the Atease Phuket Patong to great affordable options like the Patong Signature Boutique Hotel, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $45 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $251 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Square One Hotel Patong.

Where to stay in popular areas of Patong

Most booked hotels in Patong

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Mandarava Resort And Spa, Karon Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$186+
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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach (Sha Plus+)
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$375+
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Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$218+
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Holiday Inn Resort Phuket By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$204+
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Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa, Patong Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$162+
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Holiday Inn Express Phuket Patong Beach Central, An IHG Hotel (Sha Plus+)
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$107+
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Hiring a car in Patong

Expect to pay $2.69 per litre in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.18 and $42.90. Compact (Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 18% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.69 per litre in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.18 and $42.90. Compact (Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Patong, while also 18% cheaper than other types, on average.

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