Surin beach (Surin Beach) is one of the beaches in Phuket, located in the Central part of the island on the West coast of the Andaman sea of the Indian ocean, between the beaches of Bang Tao and Kamala.
On both sides of the Surin beach separated the green hills (capes), near which there are stones, sometimes large boulders, around which you can snorkel.
The beach itself is small, in length about 1 kilometer, but it is quite wide and sandy. The sand is fine and pleasant to the touch, yellow-white color, depending on what angle and in what weather to look at him.
On the beach is quite clean. The beach is beautified and landscaped. In search of shadows you can hire a sun lounger, in the form of mats and umbrella from the sun. The price for two sunbeds and an umbrella costs 200 baht/day. Or, find a natural shade that comes from trees growing on the perimeter of the beach.
The entrance to the shallow sea, sandy bottom, depth does not occur immediately. The presence of waves depends on the weather, big waves, the bottom is uneven, in small pits.
From beach-water sports: you can ride a banana boat or jet ski. Relax under the nimble hands of Thai ladies offering massage on the beach.
Of the benefits of beach Surin beach - along the beach does not pass road.
Many call this beach a fabulous place and the best beach of Phuket. Ambiguous statement is the beach of course good, but, something special and attractive, we did not notice it. Rather, it is one of those beaches in Phuket with no charm, which cause emotions and not remembered anything of that kind (good or bad).
Infrastructure near Surin beach
In the shade crowns of trees and palms, along the line of yarn, is something like the waterfront. Here you can escape from the heat, to walk and to eat. Along the promenade you can see a lot makashnits.
Once, this place was located cafes and restaurants overlooking the sea and the beach, where you could sit and eat, and in the evening played music and was full of life. At the same time, they are dismantled, and the embankment was almost deserted. Maybe it is for this reason, the beach became less crowded, more quiet and peaceful.
Around the middle of the beach, the promenade and the road leading from the beach to the road is a small Thai Temple.
Behind the temple, along the beach, quite a large piece of empty space.
To the right of the temple is a cluster of exit of outlets, tables for eating and places to Park. Although currently Park on the waterfront.
Behind the temple if you follow the road which goes only bus Phuket Town Bang Tao Surin Kamala, you can see the stadium
Here, almost immediately behind the stadium, Soi Hat Surin 8 rests on the track and goes to the left. On the street are a few hotels and cafes and stores "7-Eleven" and "FamilyMart".
About 600 metres from the beach, on the main road towards Bang Tao, located the Plaza Surin. There are cafes, retail outlets, hotels, shops, ATMs, exchange offices and a supermarket "Tesco express".
Currently, in many places Surin are repairs, reconstruction. Build something, upgrade. See it, like on the waterfront, also near the temple and on the roads. Soon on Surin that will change, he will change and will sparkle with new colors, and the promenade will again see a cute cafe with beach views and sea breeze from which will emanate the music. And then, we will see a new Surin and maybe the beach will occupy one of the first places in the list of the best beaches in Phuket.
How to get to Surin beach
From the airport by taxi or you can rent a motorbike or car. Well, that's easier, you can book a private transfer in advance. At any time of the day, at the airport, you will meet your driver with a sign, which will be written your name and surname. For taxi is enough to tell us your flight details.
Public transport with a stopover in Phuket Town
From Phuket Town
On songteo (local buses) on route "Phuket - Bangtao - Surin - Kamala". Quickly, directly, direct. The fare is 40 baht. From the road you have to walk for about three minutes.
From the beaches of Bang Tao and Kamala
On songteo. Or on foot. From Bang Tao beach road is close and will take a maximum of 15 minutes, passes over the sea and over the headland. From the beaches of Kamala and Laem singh a little further, but within walking distance is quite real.
The road leading from Rawai to Surin beach
With other beaches and points of the island, with a stopover in Phuket Town.
The cost of taxi, tuk-tuk drivers from Surin beach
Where to stay in Surin
Accommodation on the top floor not so much.
Lovely respectable villas with sea views and swimming pools, located in a very quiet southern part of the beach:
- Detached Villa Bluesiam, with a private pool.
- Detached Villa Napalai Surin Villa - an elite haven, which overlooks the sea. It offers an outdoor pool and free private Parking.
- Villa Sammasan - an elite have. It offers a garden, an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and private Parking on site.
- Surin Heights Villa with beautiful sea views and private pool. It offers modern self-catering accommodation and free Wi-Fi.
Villas Surin Beach Villa 3 bedrooms with private garden, free Wi-Fi throughout and free private Parking.
The most developed part of the beach, Soi Hat Surin 8, it is possible to book rooms in hotels at a price of 3,000 rubles per night:
- 5-star resort Twinpalms Phuket. The rooms and suites are equipped with a home cinema and a TV with cable channels. The bathrooms have a rain shower. Extras include a refrigerator with fully stocked Minibar and daily Butler service.
- The 4-star Manathai Surin Phuket. The stylish design of the hotel combines elements of traditional Asian and modern design. It offers a pool in the courtyard, free Wi-Fi and an exclusive restaurant. For active and inquisitive, the hotel can arrange individual trips to the neighbouring Islands of Phi Phi and the Bay of Phang nga.
- more budget-friendly 4-star Novotel Phuket resort Surin Beach. All rooms with private balcony, a DVD player, a fridge and an electric kettle. The spacious bathroom has a Hairdryer and free toiletries. And Siam Adventure club provides a variety of recreational activities, including island tours, boat trips and Safari tours.
- from budget, 3 star Surin Sweet Hotel and Benyada Lodge - Surin beach.
Several hotels located near motorway/main road:
- 4-star design hotel The Quarter Phuketoffers luxury apartments with sea views and Spa bath or private pool. The hotel has a restaurant and rooms with free Wi-Fi.
- 3-star Surin Sabai Condominium 2. This hotel is very interesting and is a condominium. It features a kitchenette, private balcony, outdoor pool, fitness centre and free Wi-Fi throughout.
- budget, condominium Surin Sabai Condominium is a 3 and Villas with free wired Internet, an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi in all areas, and apartments Surin Beach Rooms.
A greater number of hotels can be found North of the beach, on the way to Bangtao beach. All accommodation facilities on the top floor you can view and book here.