Ao Yon Beach

Ao Yon (Yai) Beach

04/10/2023

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Ao Yon Beach Phuket, also known as Ao Yon Yai (big Ao Yon Beach) is just south of Phuket Town on the end of an irregular-shaped cape on the Southeast side of Phuket Island.

Ao Yon Beach is not the most beautiful spot in Phuket, but it’s somewhere scenic to go if you’re in town and craving the beach and don’t want to go for a drive. Ao Yon Beach is not all that clean during the monsoon season. Ao Yon Beach faces southeast and offers great sea views and a direct line to Koh Mai Thon Island to the southeast.

The large section of beach is great for taking a walk, or for a picnic at lunchtime. The water at Ao Yon Beach isn’t so special, there are waste-water runoff pipes leading into the bay and the smell of sewage can be off-putting. During low tide, the beach becomes a large mud bog, too soft to walk in and find shells. The water here is usually quite flat and kayaks are available to rent in at least one spot.

There are a multitude of boats in the bay, some of which are due to visitors at the Phuket Yacht Club. The atmosphere at Ao Yon is very laid back and you won’t find so many people wandering about. You will find some people in the restaurants and bars on the beach.

Restaurant prices are moderate to high – and that should be expected being so close to Phuket Town. This is where a lot of people working in town come for a lunch or dinner break and to enjoy the chill vibes and the ocean views.

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Where is Ao Yon Beach on Phuket?

• On a peninsula in the Southeast, just South of Phuket Town near the Phuket Aquarium.

What are the GPS coordinates of Ao Yon Beach?

• GPS Data: 7° 48’ 45” N, 98° 23’ 28” E

How far is Ao Yon Beach from Patong, Phuket Town, and the airport?

• 24 kilometers is the distance from Ao Yon Beach to Patong

• 12 kilometers is the distance from Ao Yon Beach to Phuket Town

• 43 kilometers is the distance from Ao Yon Beach to the airport

Are taxis available at Ao Yon Beach?

• Yes, there are usually taxis available on the road along the beach.

What beaches are surrounding Ao Yon Beach?

Panwa Beach is to the Southeast, and another beach with the same name is to the West.

Which direction does Ao Yon Beach face?

Section #1: Southeast; Section #2: South-southwest

How long is the beachfront (beach length) at Ao Yon Beach?

Section #1: 685 meters (750 yd.); Section #2: 366 meters (400 yd.).

How wide is the beach (beach width) at Ao Yon Beach?

Section #1: 10 meters (11 yd.) on average; Section #2: 8 meters (9 yd.).

What is the estimated beach area of Ao Yon Beach?

6,850 meters squared (8,193 square yd.) / 2,928 meters squared (3,502 square yd.)

How is the quality of the beach at Ao Yon Beach?

Mostly sand with rocky ends of the beaches.

What is the nature of the ocean floor at Ao Yon Beach?

Sand and some mud and rocks.

Are there restroom and shower facilities available at Ao Yon Beach?

Restrooms at the restaurants. No showers, but not a great place for swimming either.

What features/amenities are available at Ao Yon Beach?

Rocky at the ends of the beach – all sections (rocks north end, shallow reef, etc.). Shallow water excellent for kids if no stingrays present. Soft sandy bottom in the center of both sections of beach.

Lifeguard available? Is there a lifeguard on duty at Ao Yon Beach?

Sunbeds available? Can you rent sunbeds at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes, next to the closed Brasserie yacht club there is a small part of the beach where you can rent a sun bed.

Umbrellas available? Can you rent umbrellas at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes, next to the Brasserie there is a small part of the beach where you can rent umbrellas.

Is Ao Yon Beach a public or private beach, and are there any entrance fees?

Public, no fees.

Water quality? What is the condition of the water quality at Ao Yon Beach?

Good. The water quality is quite nice when no wind or rain to make the water muddy.

Boat anchorage possible? Can boats anchor at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes, there are frequently boats anchored here. There is some protection from winds blowing from the East, North, and West. Brasserie Yacht Club is now closed in 2023, so this may alter your plans.

Boat dock and marina? Is there a boat dock or marina at Ao Yon Beach?

N/A

Is it possible to rent a longtail boat at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes

Are speedboat or longtail boat tours available at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes/yes

Sea inflow? Is there a sea inflow at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes

How gradual is the slope into the sea until it reaches a depth of 1 meter at Ao Yon Beach?

6-15m

Is there a convenience shop available at Ao Yon Beach?

Attractions? What attractions can be found at Ao Yon Beach?

N/A - very small beach.

Activities? What activities are available for visitors at Ao Yon Beach?

Sailing lessons given here at Sail in Asia Co.; Phuket Party Boat Island Cruise – dinner cruises and rentals from Skyhigh Yachting Co.; Speedboat and yacht charters at Coral Seekers.

FKK possible? Is nude bathing or FKK (naturist culture) allowed at Ao Yon Beach?

Not permitted, but if empty?

Are massages offered at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes, during high season.

Is it possible to picnic at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes

Is it possible to surf at Ao Yon Beach?

No breaks.

Is smoking allowed at Ao Yon Beach?

In November Thailand is cracking down on smoking at beaches around the country. In November 2017 in Phuket, Patong Beach is affected. Soon they expect to make it a country-wide smoking ban – so do stay up to date because fines are high and can include prison time.

Warnings – what should one be cautious of at Ao Yon Beach?

Stingray caution.

Is there waste runoff into the sea at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes

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Beach Restaurants / Bars Ao Yon Beach

Flamingo (Beachfront Cafe & Bar & Co-Working)
The great atmosphere here with a location right on the beach and ready for sundowners as the sun sets, the Flamingo Cafe and Bar is a great place for spending some downtime in a great location.

Guests were happy with the drinks, service, location, and atmosphere with only a few complaining about various food items or the speed of preparation. The food reviews were from months and years ago, so things may have changed. It’s worth it for the drinks and atmosphere alone.
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Hill House Restaurant
On the Northeast side of Ao Yon Beach and set back from the beach about 50 meters is the Hill House Restaurant. This one gets good reviews for food and service, and is just a short walk from the beach. They have an extensive menu with lots of fried seafood items, french fries, som tam and other Thai specialties, curries, soups, baked fish, and pasta.

Their dining area is on the second floor and offers expansive views of Ao Yon Beach.
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Ao Yon Beach Accommodations

Villa Baan Amandeha

Luxury villas on Ao Yon Beach start at 12,500 THB per night. Excellent reviews, and they have another property in France. Ultra-modern, chic property with style and elegance. Some reviewers complained about some aspects of their stay, but overall most were happy with their choice of accommodations.

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Bandara Villas

Bandara Villas are located up on the hill overlooking Ao Yon Beach. These well-appointed villas get good reviews for the views, the rooms, and the activities available during the day (both paid and free). Many reviewers commented on the food being the weak point of their stay. Private pools with each villa – starting around 15,000 THB per night in the low-season.

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Ao Yon Beach

Ao Yon (Yai) Beach

04/10/2023

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Ao Yon Beach Phuket, also known as Ao Yon Yai (big Ao Yon Beach) is just south of Phuket Town on the end of an irregular-shaped cape on the Southeast side of Phuket Island.

Where is Ao Yon Beach on Phuket?

• On a peninsula in the Southeast, just South of Phuket Town near the Phuket Aquarium.

What are the GPS coordinates of Ao Yon Beach?

• GPS Data: 7° 48’ 45” N, 98° 23’ 28” E

How far is Ao Yon Beach from Patong, Phuket Town, and the airport?

• 24 kilometers is the distance from Ao Yon Beach to Patong

• 12 kilometers is the distance from Ao Yon Beach to Phuket Town

• 43 kilometers is the distance from Ao Yon Beach to the airport

Are taxis available at Ao Yon Beach?

• Yes, there are usually taxis available on the road along the beach.

What beaches are surrounding Ao Yon Beach?

Panwa Beach is to the Southeast, and another beach with the same name is to the West.

Which direction does Ao Yon Beach face?

Section #1: Southeast; Section #2: South-southwest

How long is the beachfront (beach length) at Ao Yon Beach?

Section #1: 685 meters (750 yd.); Section #2: 366 meters (400 yd.).

How wide is the beach (beach width) at Ao Yon Beach?

Section #1: 10 meters (11 yd.) on average; Section #2: 8 meters (9 yd.).

What is the estimated beach area of Ao Yon Beach?

6,850 meters squared (8,193 square yd.) / 2,928 meters squared (3,502 square yd.)

How is the quality of the beach at Ao Yon Beach?

Mostly sand with rocky ends of the beaches.

What is the nature of the ocean floor at Ao Yon Beach?

Sand and some mud and rocks.

Are there restroom and shower facilities available at Ao Yon Beach?

Restrooms at the restaurants. No showers, but not a great place for swimming either.

What features/amenities are available at Ao Yon Beach?

Lifeguard available? Is there a lifeguard on duty at Ao Yon Beach?

Sunbeds available? Can you rent sunbeds at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes, next to the closed Brasserie yacht club there is a small part of the beach where you can rent a sun bed.

Umbrellas available? Can you rent umbrellas at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes, next to the Brasserie there is a small part of the beach where you can rent umbrellas.

Is Ao Yon Beach a public or private beach, and are there any entrance fees?

Public, no fees.

Water quality? What is the condition of the water quality at Ao Yon Beach?

Good. The water quality is quite nice when no wind or rain to make the water muddy.

Boat anchorage possible? Can boats anchor at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes, there are frequently boats anchored here. There is some protection from winds blowing from the East, North, and West. Brasserie Yacht Club is now closed in 2023, so this may alter your plans.

Boat dock and marina? Is there a boat dock or marina at Ao Yon Beach?

N/A

Is it possible to rent a longtail boat at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes

Are speedboat or longtail boat tours available at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes/yes

Sea inflow? Is there a sea inflow at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes

How gradual is the slope into the sea until it reaches a depth of 1 meter at Ao Yon Beach?

6-15m

Is there a convenience shop available at Ao Yon Beach?

Attractions? What attractions can be found at Ao Yon Beach?

N/A - very small beach.

Activities? What activities are available for visitors at Ao Yon Beach?

Sailing lessons given here at Sail in Asia Co.; Phuket Party Boat Island Cruise – dinner cruises and rentals from Skyhigh Yachting Co.; Speedboat and yacht charters at Coral Seekers.

FKK possible? Is nude bathing or FKK (naturist culture) allowed at Ao Yon Beach?

Not permitted, but if empty?

Are massages offered at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes, during high season.

Is it possible to picnic at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes

Is it possible to surf at Ao Yon Beach?

No breaks.

Is smoking allowed at Ao Yon Beach?

Warnings – what should one be cautious of at Ao Yon Beach?

Stingray caution.

Is there waste runoff into the sea at Ao Yon Beach?

Yes