Bang Tao and Laguna Beach
Bang Tao beach is definitely well worth the visit for any Phuket visitor. The Laguna Phuket complex was build along Bang Toa beach due to the spectacular qualities of Bang Tao beach.
Bang Tao is a large open bay with one of Phuket's longest beaches. The Laguna Phuket complex, containing five luxury hotels and an 18-hole golf course, dominates a large area of Bang Tao. However, it is not difficult to find a quiet spot to enjoy the crystal clear water and stunning white sand.
Bang Tao beach can at times appear somewhat crowded. The Laguna Phuket complex is located at Bang Tao which explains for the number of visitors to the Bang Tao beach.
The southern end of the beach is more developed and is where most of the accommodation is located, so if you want the beach to yourself, walk to the northern end where its much quieter.
There are a number of shops, restaurants and bars near the entrance to Laguna Phuket, as well as those within the resort complex. The nearby town of Cherng Talay has a few shops as well as a fresh market. Canal Village within Laguna Phuket comprises about 30 shops, mostly selling handicrafts and clothing items.
If you are a guest staying at one of the Laguna hotels or resorts then simply take a short walk towards either the northern or southern section of Bang Tao beach. You will soon discover many quiet and secluded spots along the crystal white beach at Bang Tao. The Bang Tao beach is definitely among the nicest Phuket beaches.
The water of the Andaman Ocean appears much more clean and clearer at Bang Tao beach then at other locations on Phuket such as Patong beach or Karon beach. The clear water at Bang Tao creates ideal conditions for those tourists that love to snorkel during their Phuket holiday.
The southern section of Bang Tao is more developed as this is where the Laguna holiday complex was build. If you visit the northern part of Bang Tao beach then you will encounter an ocean clearer Andaman Sea and the actual beach is even cleaner and whiter.
There is an huge array of facilities available at the Laguna Resort available to guests staying at any of the five hotels, including many that cater specially to children. As well as an 18-hole golf course, there is a driving range, elephant trekking, horseback riding, rock-climbing to name but a few activities. A number of the facilities are also open to non-guests.
If you feel like pampering yourself silly, there are five spas within the Laguna complex to choose from. Each offers a bewildering array of massages and body and facial treatments. You could easily spend your whole holiday in one of these spas.
To the northern end of the beach are some fine reefs that are good for snorkelling, while the steady breeze makes Bang Tao an excellent place to windsurf.
There are over 30 bars and restaurants located within the Laguna Phuket. However, there is also a growing number of good restaurants around the Bang Tao and Cherng Talay area. Although located nearby to the Laguna to cater to guests of the hotels, they are proving to be popular with the expats and locals as well.
Nightlife in Bang Tao is quite subdued compared to other popular tourist areas in Phuket. The atmosphere is quite low-key and family oriented, which is part of the attraction for the many tourists and expats who choose to come here.
There are bars within the Laguna as well as a good selection just outside the entrance and a few bars on the beach.
Bang Tao Hotels
Bang Tao Hotels
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