Do & Stay
Here are some suggestions of where to stay and where to go while you're in Phuket!
Outrigger Surin Beach Resort
Outrigger Surin Beach Resort is a laid-back boutique resort across the street from Surin Beach (public beach), with modern rooms including pool-access options in a peaceful setting.
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It is next door to a few other comparable options, including The Chava and Twinpalms Surin Beach.Â
To make planning easier, we’ve listed a few hotels that offer a range of convenience, fun, and affordability. Local hotels fill up quickly, especially during the high season, so we recommend booking your room ASAP to secure the best rates while they last.
Hotel recommendations
The Surin, Phuket
(Wedding venue)
The Surin is a lovely resort situated on its own private stretch of Surin Beach known for its stunning sunset views. It has 109 cottages, suites, and villas, which are all connected by walkways and stairs (no elevators!).
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Feel free to check with Taylor or Yanni to see if there are rooms with discounts from our allocation.Â
Surfing Lessons on Bang Tao Beach
Just 3km north of Surin (10-min drive), Bang Tao offers beginner-friendly waves. Talay Surf Phuket provides 1.5-hour private/group lessons (1,500-3,000 THB) with boards, English/Thai instructors, and beachside location.
Consider booking a full-day tour to explore Phang Nga Bay's limestone karsts via speedboat, longtail, or luxury catamaran. Hotels will have some trusted tour companies they can put you in touch with for this.
Boat Trips
Phi Phi Island Day Trip
The islands feature some of the most spectacular, postcard-perfect limestone cliffs and turquoise waters in the world. You can easily snorkel right off the beaches or take a boat to spot black-tip reef sharks, sea turtles, and vibrant coral reefs.
What is there to do in Phuket ?
Ethical Elephant Sanctuaries
Meet and connect with friendly elephants: Get close to our gentle giants to learn, play, and feed them
Surin Beach
Surin Beach is a 1-km stretch of fine white sand, known for calm turquoise waters and backed by palms for shade. It's more relaxed than other famous beaches, but only has sparse facilities - so it’s best for people staying close by.
Muay Fight Fighting
For a taste of Thai culture, consider catching a live Muay Thai fight in Phuket. The two main venues are Patong Boxing Stadium and Bangla Boxing Stadium, both in the heart of Patong, staging fights most nights of the week (typically starting around 9pm). Expect ceremonial pre-fight rituals, live traditional music, and an electric crowd. Tickets are usually available at the door or online, and prices vary by seating.
Thai Massage
Relax and rejuvenate with an authentic Thai massage at one of the many studios around the area.
A few ideas from us
 Laguna Golf Phuket
An 18-hole in the Laguna Phuket complex, just 2km from Surin Beach (5-min drive). Suits all levels with driving range, pro shop, lockers, tennis courts, and on-site café. Green fees ~4,000-6,000 THB including caddy; book tee times early in peak season.
Party in Patong
Patong Beach, 20km south of Surin (30-45 min Grab/taxi, ~600 THB), is Phuket's nightlife hub along Bangla Road—dives, go-go bars, live music, and massive clubs. Expect crowds, rowdiness, and bad decisions!
