Located 7 km from Patong Beach, between Karon and Rawai, it is the perfect location for relaxation. Quiet, not crowded, perfectly combines the forest with the beach. You can go to the beach directly on the sand, but there are also sunbeds with umbrellas that cost 200 baht (2 sunbeds and an umbrella).

Popped down to this beach to watch the sun going down. At that time of the evening it wasn't busy on the beach which was nice. There were a selection of long tail boats in the sea which looked nice against the sunset. The beach itself looked clean and nice sand to walk on. Look forward to returning during the day to experience the beach more.

While the beach was nice, it was so crowded. So many signs in Russian and so many tourists everywhere. 300 baht for an umbrella and w beach chairs is the going rate. Surprised so many Russians everywhere as it seems they have taken over. Tour to PhiPhi Islands also so crowded with speed boats everywhere. I read there are thousands visiting everyday with sewage going into the ocean as they don't have water treatment plants. Not interested in returning as there are other places instead of Phuket.

It was very busy. The beach reminded me of costa brava where every bit of sand is occupied. There are people selling their wares and icecreams too. 200-300baht for loungers and brollys. The town itself has a variety of shops and restaurants, as well as food stalls. Very busy traffic and crazy scooter riders. We chose here as it is described as a quieter, family friendly part of phuket. Maybe at other times of the year, or just not now. We had a good time but not sure if i would rush back

With morning shade, we walked from its north entrance, passing the expensive Club Med to the exclusive Boathouse Hotel at the south end. I climbed rocks here to get a long view of the back of The Big Buddha facing eastward. This 1 mile long beach is wide enough to locate a sandy spot of your own or choose to rent among the hundreds of umbrella chairs. I liked swimming in the gentle surf with just a few long tail boats at each end for beauty, several paddle boards to judge distance from shore and no jet skis. Just after the midpoint is the street access to the Tourists Service Center, providing a clean inexpensive toilet/shower, then a short walk passing the Kata Town Hall to the excellent Walking Street Food Market for all typical lunch choices. There were also numerous waiting taxis to return to our uphill hotel.

Kata Beach was a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. With its soft sands, clear waters, and great surf, it was a haven for beach lovers and thrill-seekers alike. Plus, its surrounding shops, restaurants, and bars offered everything needed for a fantastic day by the sea.

Gorgeous clean beach, soft sand and warm water. We loved this beach, it is spectacular. We were amazed how clean this beach was despite the fact there were so many people on the beach. We used to holiday in Bali but the beaches there are dirty and the water is filthy but Thailand particularly Kata Beach and Khao Lak are spectacular and a joy for swimming.

Our family had an absolute blast at Kata Beach! The kids couldn't get enough of the crystal-clear waters and soft sand, perfect for endless beach fun. We loved the vibrant local scene with fantastic restaurants and shops just a short walk away. The stunning sunsets were the cherry on top of an unforgettable trip.

The place is filled with tourists, restaurants shops and the beach has many activities. The beach is quite crowded and it was low season. For some tourists this is a wonderful break but personally I preferred being at Khao Lak beach where the pace is slower and just less touristy. We got a Taxi Driver Mr Jamroen +66805372447 who took us on a private tour to the Big Buddha, Chalong Temple, the Cashew nut factory and the Old Town. He was very informative and he’s a Foodie so he knows where to find the best food. I would recommend him highly as he speaks English too. He drove us to Surin Beach and treated us to Thai roast pork and sticky rice delights.

I loved this beach. It was the only one I frequented as I was staying very close by and didn’t have much interest in beach hopping. It was very vibrant… lots of people were there but it never felt overwhelmingly crowded. There were good restaurants and food stalls nearby and you can get a good massage on the beach. I spent so many hours at this beach on my trip enjoying the warm waters (lots of huge waves too, but that made it even more fun) and relaxing on the sand. I would highly recommend this area and this beach in particular to anyone visiting Phuket for the first time like I was!