Phuket is a very beautiful island set in the Andaman Sea, a little over an hours flying time from Bangkok. Phuket has stunning natural scenery, varying from steep cliffs, rain forests to some of the best golden sand beaches in the world, plus much interesting architecture. Diving and watersports are very popular.
Most of the gay nightlife is concentrated in the town of Patong, and most of that is located in the Paradise Complex at the front of the towering Paradise Hotel, but there are many other great places to visit, including Phuket Town which has some interesting architecture.
The beaches are clean, safe, and open, with lifeguard and tsunami warning stations in place. The next Phuket Gay Festival takes place in 2008, and there are many good gay and gay friendly hotels to take care of you.
Getting Around
The songtao, a pickup truck with bench seats on the back, is the most usual form of public transport, with some metered taxis also available in some areas. Motorcycle taxis will take you short distances, but check the fare and be aware of accidents.
You can hire jeeps, cars or motorcycles (international driving licence usually required), but be sure to get 1st class insurance. Phuket has many steep hills with windy roads, and accidents are common.
Otherwise, try taking a tour from a local agent, to see the many sights of this beautiful jewel.
Gay Life in Thailand
Find about more about Thai gays and Thai gay life at this page
Accommodation
AQUARIUS GUESTHOUSE In front of the Paradise Hotel, Paradise Complex, Patong Beach. The only 'men only' guesthouse in Phuket, very comfortable rooms/suites Guest have free access to the sauna, pool and gym owned by them. BOOK ONLINE WITH DRAGONCASTLE
CC BLOOMS (Beaches Thai Resort) 84/21 Patak Soi 10, Karon, Phuket, Thailand 83100 (Mailing address: P.O. Box 18, Karon Post Office, T. Karon, Amphur Muang, Phuket, 83100); Gay resort hotel around pool, luxury rooms, friendly staff! BOOK ONLINE WITH DRAGONCASTLE
CLUB ONE SEVEN Parchanukron Road, Patong Beach Luxury, friendly B&B with a warm welcome and the real feel of a second home. BOOK ONLINE WITH DRAGONCASTLE
CONNECT GUSETHOUSE 125/8-9 Rath-U-Thit Road, Paradise Complex, Patong Beach, Phuket 83150 Popular Swedish owned 25 rooms guesthouse (air con + fan) with friendly staff. Restaurant serving good Thai & European meals. Internet, fax, phone & laundry service available for a fee. Open daily 24 hours. BOOK ONLINE WITH DRAGONCASTLE!
HOSTAL PUERTA DEL SOL Rath-U-Thit Road, Patong (next to Paradise Complex) Spanish owned cosy hotel; air-con, wifi, TV, ensuite bathrooms. Simple but comfortable. BOOK ONLINE WITH DRAGONCASTLE
BAAN YIN DEE (gay friendly) 3, Muean Ngen Road, Patong Beach, Phuket, Tel: +66-(0)76-294-104/7; Fax: +66-(0)76-294-108 Pricey, elegant, boutique hotel on hill overlooking Patong.
CLUB BAMBOO HOTEL(gay friendly) 247/1-8 Nanai Road, Patong Beach, Phuket 83160 076 345345; Fax 076 345099
JAMES DEAN BAR & GUESTHOUSE 125/10 Rath-U-Thit Road, Paradise Complex, Patong Beach, Phuket 83150 (next to Connect). 076 344215; Email: jdean@loxinfo.co.th Friendly bar and 5 room guesthouse.
KENYAS HOTEL & RESTAURANT 78/13-14 Soi Permpong 3, Taweewong Road, Patong Beach, Phuket 076 345783-4; fax: 076 345785; Email: kenya@phuketkenya.com
LE TANJONG HOUSE 143/6 Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road, at the Entrance to Royal Paradise Hotel, Patong Beach Phuket Phone: (66) 076.293.071; Mobile: (66) 09.896.0467; E-mail: letanjong@yahoo.com
MONTE CARLO HOTEL Paradise Complex, Rat-u-thit Rd, Patong Beach, Phuket 076 340815
BOAT BAR 125/20 Rath-U-Thit Road, Paradise Complex, Patong Beach (directly opposite Paradise Hotel on the corner) 076 341237; Email: boatbar@usa.net Free show but naturally drinks a little dearer.
CLIMAX BAR (gay friendly) Rassada Road, Phuket Town. (Opposite Thavorn Hotel) Live band, good atmosphere, friendly staff
CU TONIGHT Opposite James Dean Bar, Paradise Complex, Patong
JAMES DEAN BAR & GUESTHOUSE 125/10 Rath-U-Thit Road, Paradise Complex, Patong Beach, Phuket 83150 (next to Connect). 076 344215; Email: jdean@loxinfo.co.th Friendly bar and 5 room guesthouse.
JAMMIN BAR (gay friendly) Bangkok Road, Phuket Town Food and drink not cheap but good, live band, friendly staff. Gay owned
ONE FOR
TIME BAR 125/12 Paradise Complex, Rat-U-Thit Road, Patong Beach
SIMON CABARET 100/6-8 Muu 4, on way to Karon Beach. Transvestite shows 7.30pm and 9.30pm, mainly for straight tourists
TANGMO CLUB 70/50-52 Paradise Complex, Patong Beach (next to Royal Paradise Hotel) 076 340952; 076 340428 Show / host bar. Good prices
Host/Go-Go Bars
In and around the Paradise Complex (in front of the Paradise Hotel) in Patong Town, there are dozens of go-go and host bars. We don't list them as they change names, locations, owners etc frequently. But you'll find them!
Restaurants
ANGEL RESTAURANT Paradise Complex, Patong Beach, close to the Paradise Hotel.
CIANOS 210 Pisitkaranee Road, Patong. 083 3909001. Italian cuisine, A/C room, or terrace.
CONNECT RESTAURANT & Internet Coffee Bar 125/8-9 Rath-U-Thit Road, Paradise Complex, Patong Beach, Popular Swedish owned 25 rooms guesthouse (air con + fan). Restaurant serving good Thai and European meals. Internet, fax, phone and laundry service available for a fee. Open daily 24 hours
KRAJOK SEE RESTAURANT (gay friendly) 26 Takuapa Rd, Phuket Town 076 217903 Good food, good atmosphere, friendly. Always busy..
DON'S CAFE Susansak Road, between Chalong and Rawai Beachs. At the Chalong roundabout on Chao Fa Road go straight on towards Rawai beach, after 2.5 kilometres turn right into Saiyuan Road (signed to Laem Promthep and the Phuket Yacht club). Very mixed crowd, very busy. Excellent farang and Thai food and drinks including lots of draft beers. The attached supermarket sells the same farang food as is sold in the restuarant.
LAIR LAY TONG Soi Perm Pong (Soi Wattana), Patong Beach
RESTAURANT 364 346 Phuket Road, Taladyai, Amphurmuang, Phuket 076 216 332; email: phuket346@gmail.com Gay friendly restaurant & art gallery in Phuket Town
SEA HAG Restaurant 78/5 Soi Perm Pong, (Soi Wattana), Patong Beach
Saunas & Massage
AQUARIUS SAUNA In front of the Paradise Hotel, Paradise Complex, Patong Beach. Tel 076 346 142 A complete sauna with swimming pool, gym, steamroom, & 5 massage rooms
BLUE DOLPHIN 135/12 Rath-u-Thit Road, Paradise Complex, Patong Beach, Phuket 83150 Phone: 076 341611; Fax: 076 341617; Email: info@bluedolphinphuket.com Sauna, bar, massage, renovated guesthouse
HIRANYIKARA SPA FOR MEN 100/4 M.3 Kamala, Kathu, Phone: 076-203-280 Luxurious and friendly men only spa.
J&B BAR BOY MASSAGE Paradise Complex, Rath-U-Thit Road, Patong. 089 542 6904
Shopping & Services
Phuket FantaSea The ultimate cultural theme park. A fantastic show thats a 'must see' for all visitors to Phuket. A mix of circus, culture, Disney, and Las Vegas, all beautifully presented in comfortable surroundings. Free transfers to and from your hotel.
Phuket Health & Travel 2/1 Hongsok Utis Road, Phuket Town Health related tour packages, including dentistry, sex changes or whatever!
SBY Leisure & Tours Gay tour firm behind Connect Guesthouse, Paradise Compex, and in Kata Beach.
Wiwatwis 135/5 Rath-U-That Road, Paradise Complex, Patong 076 341 958. Clothes for the boy in you.
World of Paintings 04 056 7451 Grand Tropicana Plaza (A1-A4), 48 Ruan Jai Road, Patong Gay owned, stunning gallery featuring fine original art by artists from all over Thailand.
Phuket is a very beautiful island set in the Andaman Sea, a little over an hours flying time from Bangkok. Phuket has stunning natural scenery, varying from steep cliffs, rain forests to some of the best golden sand beaches in the world, plus much interesting architecture. Diving and watersports are very popular.
AQUARIUS GUESTHOUSE 
CLUB ONE SEVEN
CONNECT GUSETHOUSE