Kata Noi Beach
Kata Noi Beach is Phuket’s most beautiful and most expensive beach, located in the southwest of the Thai resort. Kata Noi Beach lies to the south of the famous Kata Beach and is less developed than the old Phuket beach. It attracts anyone who wants a seaside vacation away from the crowded tourist resort areas. The beach is separated from the highway by a succession of hotels, so you can’t hear the noise of cars at all.
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Tourists love Kata Noi Beach for its soft golden sand on the shore, easy access to the water, sandy seabed and the opportunity to have a great time in a relatively secluded spot. Areas of shallow water are great for vacationing with children. In other places already 5 meters from the shore depth reaches 1.2-1.5 meters, so fans dive and swim at ease feel very comfortable here.
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The picturesque beach stretches for 700 meters, and you can easily walk it in 5-6 minutes. It is not by chance that it is named Kata Noi, because “noi” in Thai means “small”. The coastal strip is straight and quite wide – up to 50 meters, so there is enough space for everyone. At high tide it is reduced to 10 meters, and at low tide it reaches a width of 80-100 meters. The sea water is very clear and clean, and the sea has a delicate turquoise color.
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Due to the small size of the bay in Kata Noi is not as developed shipping as on the larger beaches of Phuket. For one thing, this deprives vacationers of mobility. In order to poison themselves on boat trips or other islands, they have to go to the neighboring beaches of Kata and Karon. On the other hand, vacationing on Kata Noi beach is very convenient, as you can not hear the constant noise of boat engines.
.Beach infrastructure
There is almost no natural shade from the trees along the sandy strip of Kata Noi. But, like other beaches in Thailand, you can rent sunbeds and sun umbrellas here for 100 baht. The beach of Kata Noi can not boast such a set of entertainment, which has a neighboring Kata. However, and on Kata Noi rent hydro scooters and ride tourists on a “banana.”
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Shops along the coast are not many, there are no markets or supermarkets. Some places sell soft drinks and beer, snacks and fresh fruit. You will not be able to eat in makashnitsa or cheap Thai restaurants near Kata Noi beach. Cafes and restaurants are open only at hotels, so their prices are quite high. For this reason, Kata Noi beach is considered the most expensive on the island. Mom Tri’s Kitchen restaurant is especially popular with tourists. Although its prices are higher than average, the terrace offers a great view of the sea bay.
.Active vacation
The sea area adjacent to the southern part of Kata Noi Beach is very popular with snorkeling fans. On the seabed there are picturesque coral reefs, where you can see flocks of colorful fish, crabs and even sea turtles. There is a mask and fin rental on the beach, but most snorkeling enthusiasts come here with their own equipment.
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During the monsoon season, which begins in May and ends in October, strong winds bring big waves to the sea, so warning flags are posted on Kata Noi beach. However, these conditions are ideal for those who like to glide across the waves on a sailing board, which is why many surfers gather on Phuket’s beach.
.Where to stay
Hotels near Kata Noi beach are not as many as on Karon or Kata, but all options are represented – from budget 2* hotels to luxury five-star hotels. Cheaper apartments should be sought at a distance from the beach. Many tourists who like to spend time on the beach Kata Noi, rent inexpensive gesthouses at the neighboring beach Kata. There, accommodation prices start from 500 baht per night.
.Most of the coastline is occupied by the expensive hotel “Katathani Phuket Beach Resort”. It offers guests cozy rooms, tennis courts, seawater pool, spa, sauna, Jacuzzi, billiards, mini golf and children’s playgrounds. The hotel’s restaurant cooks delicious international, Thai and Italian dishes for guests and all comers.
.How to get there
Kata Noi Beach is located 20km from Phuket Town and 45km from the island’s airport. There are two roads leading to this beach. From the north, Kata Noi can be accessed from the Kata Beach side. From the road to the beach vacationers go down the concrete stairs. It is not difficult to find the place of descent – near it is always a lot of parked motorcycles.
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On the south side of the road to Kata Noi beach is laid out from the snorkeling sites. It is not difficult to get here by tuk-tuk, cab, rented cars or motorcycles.
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There are daily shuttle buses from Phuket Town to Kata Beach. They start at 7:00 am and finish picking up passengers at 6:00 pm. A bus ticket costs 40 baht. From Kata Beach to Kata Noi Beach can be reached on foot.
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