About Bangtao/Surin
This area sits on the border between Bang Tao in the north and Surin in the south, separated by a headland. Between the main road and the beach is a Muslim village mixed in with villas and small hotels, with little shops and cafes lining the road all the way down to Surin, about a 15-minute walk away.
Surin itself has changed a lot recently: after repeated clearances of its beachfront bars and vendors, most recently in May 2025, it's now a quiet, mostly open stretch of sand with just one restaurant, Tukta, still trading on the rocks at its edge. The nearest full beach-club scene today is back up in Bang Tao itself.
What's in Bangtao/Surin
Beaches
- Bang Tao Beach To the north, the main beach with full amenities
- Surin Beach To the south, now a quiet, largely undeveloped stretch of sand
Sports & recreation
- Blue Tree Phuket padel courts Six padel courts, short drive north in Cherngtalay
Getting around from Bangtao/Surin
- Phuket Airport~21km, ~25 min
- Boat Avenue~10 min
- Patong Beach~25 min
- Boat Lagoon Marina~21km, ~25 min
Properties in Bangtao/Surin
Villas for Rent in Bangtao/Surin
Frequently asked questions
What is the Bangtao/Surin border area like?
A quieter, more local stretch than either full beach, with a Muslim village and small shops along the road. Bang Tao's amenities (Boat Avenue, Porto de Phuket) are a short drive north, and Surin beach, now largely cleared of its old beach clubs, is a 15-minute walk south.