Ban Bang Khu

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Not far from Phuket Town is the stunning Wat Chalong. We’ve visited a lot of wats in South East Asia, and this one certainly had its own unique flare. The Grand Pagoda dominates the temple grounds–it’s cool and breezy location makes it just as popular as the splinter of Buddha’s bone that rests inside. The pagoda walls depict Buddha’s life story and immense golden statues of the various Buddha poses sit in the main hall. Choose the one you wish to worship to most. Pay attention to the fire crackers going off inside the brick oven out the front of the ordination hall. Thai people set them off to celebrate if they receive any good luck.
Not far from Phuket Town is the stunning Wat Chalong. We’ve visited a lot of wats in South East Asia, and this one certainly had its own unique flare. The Grand Pagoda dominates the temple grounds–it’s cool and breezy location makes it just as popular as the splinter of Buddha’s bone that rests inside. The pagoda walls depict Buddha’s life story and immense golden statues of the various Buddha poses sit in the main hall. Choose the one you wish to worship to most. Pay attention to the fire crackers going off inside the brick oven out the front of the ordination hall. Thai people set them off to celebrate if they receive any good luck.
The Beachfront Hotel Phuket

The Beachfront Hotel Phuket

5 out of 5
25/46 Moo.5, Viset Road Rawai Phuket
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rawai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (141 reviews)
The resort is next to some nasty smelling rotting trash. You will have to plug your nose walking down to the breakfast area. The food was ok but the foul stenches around the property make it hard to enjoy food. The beach is disappointing. It’s a pond and no real beachfront. Also sketchy looking murky ...

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

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Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort

Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort

5 out of 5
29 Soi Karon Nui Karon Phuket
The price is RM993 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
RM993
RM1,179 total
10 Apr - 11 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Karon. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Great and friendly staff. The view was great. Breakfast boxes were a bit stalled when we left, early, but they were delivered to us in the end.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

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Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach

5 out of 5
99 Muen-Ngoen Road, Tri-Trang Beach Patong Phuket
The price is RM869 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
RM869
RM1,031 total
11 Apr - 12 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Patong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Very clean great staff

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach
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Citygate Kamala Resort and Residence

Citygate Kamala Resort and Residence

5 out of 5
71/21 Moo 3 Kamala Phuket
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Kamala. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Kamala Beach and Bang Tao Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (108 reviews)
Clean room.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Citygate Kamala Resort and Residence
HOMA Phuket Town

HOMA Phuket Town

4 out of 5
3/41 Moo 5, Soi Samkong 1 Ratsada Phuket
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Ratsada. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Patong Beach and Bangla Road ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
The pool was lovely. The food at the restaurant was very good.

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

HOMA Phuket Town
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Diamond Resort Phuket Official Account

4 out of 5
106 Soi Cherngtalay 14 Choeng Thale Phuket
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Choeng Thale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (148 reviews)
Room was fine although don’t see the point of a kitchen if you don’t provide equipment and utensils. Pool area is just awful. Cramped, lack of sun loungers and permanently in the shade.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

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Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Trip from Phuket with Lunch

RM200
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
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RM125
per adult
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Phi Phi, Maya Bay and Khai Island Tour from Phuket

RM275
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
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Phuket: Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay Day Trip with Lunch

RM169
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
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RM268
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Laem Singh Beach showing tropical scenes, landscape views and rugged coastline

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Wat Chalong temple in Phuket, Thailand

Chalong

Bell in Buddhist Temple Wat Wichit Songkram.

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