Sansuri Resort Phuket
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Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Choeng Thale
14 stays · 9 aparthotels and 5 serviced apartments · from €70/night
Choeng Thale, also written Cherngtalay, is the subdistrict on Phuket's north-west coast that takes in Bang Tao and the beaches around it, and aparthotels and serviced apartments in Choeng Thale are a natural fit for the way people use this stretch of coast. A kitchen and a separate living area make a week or a month by the sea easier than a hotel room, families gain extra space and a place to prepare meals, and remote workers can settle into a routine away from the busier resorts further south. If the format is new to you, our guide explains what an aparthotel is.
14 stays
Where to stay in Choeng Thale
Bang Tao Beach
- beach
- families
- long stays
Wikivoyage says Bang Thao is a large open bay with the second of Phuket's longest beaches at 7 km, with a smaller, almost completely enclosed bay at its northern end and fine coral at the mouth of that bay. It adds that dry season swimming is excellent, that accommodation is available outside the Laguna complex at the bay's south end, and that places to eat and tourist facilities are found at Laguna or in the nearby town of Cheong Thale. Its Phuket guide calls Bang Thao a long, very quiet beach.
Stays in or near Bang Tao Beach
- Allamanda Residences by NLA · about 700 m away
- Cassia Residences by NLA · about 1.1 km away
Laguna area
- resort setting
- golf
- families
Wikivoyage describes the Laguna complex, which occupies most of Bang Thao bay, as a five-hotel development with a golf course, and says getting around it is free, with shuttle buses between the hotels and the shopping centre and a ferry service around the lagoon. It lists a shopping village and a large number of restaurants in the complex, and notes that leaving it for other places on Phuket can be expensive because few Phuket taxis travel to it. It is the easiest base for guests who want most things within one landscaped area.
Stays in or near Laguna area
- Beachside Residences by My Home Phuket · about 800 m away
- Diamond Resort Phuket Official Account · about 800 m away
- The Regent Bangtao By VIP · about 500 m away
- HOMA Chalong Bay Phuket · about 1.1 km away
Surin Beach
- beach walks
- couples
- dining
Wikivoyage places Surin Beach about 15 minutes on foot south of Bang Thao beach, so the two can be combined in a single stay, and says it is about 20 minutes from Phuket airport. It describes Surin as one of the quieter beaches on the island, with clear water, white sand, casuarina trees and small Thai-style restaurants, though it notes that larger housing and hotel developments are gradually changing the village atmosphere. The Surin Beach coordinates fall within Choeng Thale sub-district.
Stays in or near Surin Beach
- Sansuri Resort Phuket · about 900 m away
- Palmyrah Surin Beach Residence · about 500 m away
- Andamaya Surin Bay · about 800 m away
- 6 Avenue Surin by Lofty · about 700 m away
Layan Beach
- quiet stays
- families
- nature
Layan Beach lies in Choeng Thale sub-district, north of Bang Tao, on the same stretch of Phuket's north-west coast. Wikipedia places Sirinat National Park, established in 1981, on the northwest coast of the island, and Wikivoyage's Phuket guide lists Nai Thon and Nai Yang, two quiet beaches in the park, so a stay on this side of the island is also a base for the quieter beaches further north.
Getting around Choeng Thale
Wikivoyage says the airport is about 25 minutes from Bang Thao, and its Phuket guide lists the airport options as an air-conditioned municipal bus to Phuket Town, minibuses, metered taxis from the official stand outside the terminal, and ride-hailing through Grab or Bolt. Its guide also says the Phuket Smart Bus connects the airport with Rawai Beach and points in between along the west coast, and the Phuket Smart Bus website lists routes with Patong, Karon and Rawai, so check its timetable page to see whether a route fits your plan before relying on it for Choeng Thale.
Distances in this part of Phuket are too long to walk, apart from the stretch between Bang Thao and Surin beaches that Wikivoyage puts at about 15 minutes on foot. For other trips, taxis, ride-hailing and hired vehicles are the usual choices, and Wikivoyage's Phuket guide lists bike and car rental locations around the island. Wikivoyage says Patong, the island's main nightlife area, is around 20 minutes from Bang Thao by taxi, so evenings out are a short ride rather than a short walk.
Living in Choeng Thale for longer
Wikivoyage says there is no nightlife at Bang Thao to compare with Patong, so a stay here suits people who want quiet evenings and a settled routine. It describes a large number of restaurants and shops in the Laguna complex, some cheaper hawker-style restaurants on the beach, and tourist facilities in the nearby town of Cheong Thale. A kitchen lets you mix eating out with cooking at home.
Because the area is spread out, think about how you will make everyday trips before you choose between Bang Tao, Surin and Layan. Wikipedia lists Choeng Thale as a sub-district of Thalang district, in the northern part of Phuket, and Wikivoyage's Phuket guide notes that bike rental is offered in almost every quarter of the island and that taxis and ride-hailing are available.
When to visit Choeng Thale
Wikipedia describes a tropical monsoon climate for Phuket, with a dry season from December to March and a wet season over the remaining eight months, and about 2,200 mm of rain a year. Wikivoyage's Phuket guide says the island is hot and humid throughout the year, with May to October a summer monsoon season in which mornings and afternoons are sunny and clear but it tends to rain in the evenings, and November to February considered the cool season.
Wikivoyage's Bang Thao article says dry season swimming is excellent, and its Phuket guide says that diving is best from mid-October to May, so beach-focused stays work best then. Outside those months, a stay with a kitchen and a living area gives you more room on days when the weather turns.
Wikivoyage describes Bang Thao as being on the northwest side of Phuket, with a beach about 7 km long that it ranks as the second longest on the island. Wikipedia lists Choeng Thale as one of the six sub-districts of Thalang district, in the north of the island. It lies in Thailand, and for livelier evenings you may want to compare it with Patong Beach before choosing a base.
Long-stay tips for Choeng Thale
Of the 14 properties here, 6 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 1 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 7 include some form of housekeeping and 4 have a 24-hour front desk. For longer stays, the facts box on each property page shows exactly what the apartments include.
10 properties list a full kitchen and 4 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 50 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Aparthotel prices in Choeng Thale
We checked prices for 3 properties on 7 October 2026 (2 adults, 2 nights, about two weeks ahead). The lowest "from" price was €70 per night, the median €103 and the highest €180. The cheapest at that time was HOMA Cherngtalay. Prices change daily, so use the search box for your own dates.
Other cities in Thailand
Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Bangkok, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Si Racha, Hua Hin, Rawai, Patong Beach and Karon.
| Price per night (from) | Properties |
|---|---|
| €60–€89 | 1 |
| €90–€119 | 1 |
| €180–€209 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in Choeng Thale?
Bang Tao Beach and the Laguna area are the main bases, with Surin to the south and Layan to the north. Wikivoyage describes Bang Thao as a 7 km beach and a long, very quiet one, and the Laguna complex as having its own shuttle buses and a lagoon ferry.
How far is Choeng Thale from Phuket airport?
Wikivoyage says the airport is about 25 minutes from Bang Thao. Its Phuket guide lists the municipal airport bus, minibuses, metered taxis and ride-hailing as the airport transfer options.
Is there nightlife in Choeng Thale?
Wikivoyage says there is no nightlife at Bang Thao to compare with Patong, which it places about 20 minutes away by taxi.
When is the best time to visit Choeng Thale?
Wikipedia gives Phuket a dry season from December to March, and Wikivoyage describes dry season swimming at Bang Thao as excellent. The wet season covers the remaining eight months, with the summer monsoon from May to October.
How many aparthotels are there in Choeng Thale?
We currently list 14 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Choeng Thale.
How much does an aparthotel in Choeng Thale cost?
On 7 October 2026, "from" prices ranged from €70 to €180 per night, with a median of €103.
Do aparthotels in Choeng Thale have kitchens?
14 of the 14 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
Which aparthotels in Choeng Thale have a washing machine?
6 properties list an in-apartment washing machine. Use the facts box on each property page to check.
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