| Ah Phuket. The jewel in Thailand’s crown, the | | | | many other places around that stay open as late as |
| playground of the rich and famous, the perfect island | | | | Baya Beach. |
| retreat with so many beaches to choose from. | | | | For local flavor |
| Nobody could deny Phuket’s charms, but when it | | | | If you want to do it like the locals, there are two |
| comes to nightlife, if you don’t know where to | | | | great places to check out in Phuket City. The first is |
| go, you’ll probably end up listening to renditions | | | | Timberhut, located on Yaowarat Rd, where you’ll |
| of the Macarena all night long. If that’s your thing | | | | find local bands and DJs entertaining throngs of locals. |
| then great, but if you need something a bit more | | | | A word of warning though: it gets very busy at |
| special in a night out, here’s where to look. | | | | weekends. |
| For true clubbers | | | | Another great venue is Blue Marina, located in the |
| Club Lime has been creating a bit of a stir in Phuket. | | | | basement of the Phuket Merlin Hotel on Yaowarat |
| Located on the beach road as part of the Club | | | | Rd. Few travelers make it to Blue Marina, but it’s |
| Andaman Resort, Club Lime features heavy doses of | | | | a treat. Get there early, find yourself a table, buy a |
| house music served up by the resident DJs. The | | | | bottle of your favorite spirit and relax until the bands |
| venue doubles as a restaurant, so you can grab | | | | come on. Then it’s time to get up and dance |
| dinner in the evening and sit back and relax until the | | | | around your table to Thai rock songs. It’s great |
| night rolls in. | | | | fun. When the bands have finished, you’ll be |
| The intoxicating range of cocktails are seductive and | | | | treated to an assortment of hip hop, rock and |
| a snatch at about 200 baht each. During the week | | | | curious pop songs courtesy of the resident DJ. |
| there are tribal, drum ‘b’ bass and electro | | | | For something a bit more refined |
| nights on rotation. The venue also feature a killer | | | | Although it sounds like some kind of Aussie pub, |
| soundsystem and one of the most illuminated | | | | Skipper’s Sports Bar and Restaurant is one of |
| backbars on the island. Previous guests DJs include DJ | | | | the most stylish places to chill at in Phuket. Located |
| Nakadia and Thai superstar “Jay” Montonn | | | | at Royal Phuket Marina, the food here is top notch, |
| Jira. Check it out. Visit for more information. | | | | with a variety of Eastern and Western dishes on the |
| For the rockers | | | | menu. As the name suggests, you can also catch all |
| If you’re into classic hair rock, there is only one | | | | the latest sports action on the widescreen TVs. The |
| place to be: Rock City. Again, on the beach road in | | | | venue is ideal, with the outdoor area looking out over |
| Patong, located next to Club Lime, Rock City | | | | the lagoon to the large boats and the water. When |
| features live bands every night playing the best of | | | | the sky is clear and the stars are out, Skipper’s |
| Bon Jovi, Van Halen and Queen. It’s classic rock | | | | can be quite the romantic venue. |
| at its best and every night it’s packed. The | | | | Visit for information. |
| highlight of the roster is definitely the Metallica tribute | | | | Best for jazz |
| band. | | | | Ratri Jazztaurant is one for all you jazz buffs out |
| Although you won’t hear any original material, | | | | there. The venue doubles as a restaurant and live |
| you’ll be sure to have a blast. The drinks are | | | | music venue, with spectacular views across the sea |
| reasonably priced at about 200 baht each, and you | | | | and Kata Beach. This place has it all. Amazing sunsets, |
| might even hear a couple of Thai rock songs during | | | | delectable food, great music from Manolo and his |
| your stay. Rock City is a fun night out and a favorite | | | | band, and potent cocktails. |
| with both locals and travelers. | | | | The venue is located on Kata Hill and makes for a |
| Visit the website at | | | | refreshing change from standard nightlife practices. |
| For late-night dancing | | | | The open-air element of the venue is its best feature |
| Baya Beach, to be found in Patong at the end of Soi | | | | as it really utilizes the location. For further information |
| Bangla opposite the beach, is where islanders and | | | | visit |
| those in the know go to party after the regular clubs | | | | As you can see, Phuket’s nightlife has something |
| close their doors. The venue gets busy, but the | | | | for everyone. Sometimes you have to just look a |
| music is funky, ranging from straight-up hip hop to | | | | little bit beyond the well-trodden path to find it. |
| tougher house and electro music. There aren’t | | | | |