Patong travel guide
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You're Going to Love Patong
With a population of 14,797, Patong is a must-see destination in Phuket, Thailand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Patong deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Patong
How to Get to Patong
Plane
Although Patong doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Phuket Airport (HKT), which is located 24 km from Patong. The shortest flight to Patong from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 4h 35m.
Car
Another option to get to Patong is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 10 km from Patong. You’ll find branches of Hertz and keddy by Europcar, among others, in Phuket City.
Airlines serving Patong
Where to stay in Patong
From 5-star hotels such as the MAI HOUSE Patong Hill (SHA Plus+) to great affordable options like the Patong Signature Boutique Hotel, Patong offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 1,677 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 13,054 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tiras Patong Beach Hotel and Anchor Boutique House.
Where to stay in popular areas of Patong
Most booked hotels in Patong
Hiring a car in Patong
Hiring a car in Patong costs ₹ 2,304 per day, on average, or ₹ 4,608 if you want to hire it for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Phuket City.
Expect to pay ₹ 108 per litre in Patong (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,290 and ₹ 1,720. The most frequently booked car type in Patong is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Almera or similar) is, on average, 37% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.