This gorgeous nine-kilometer white-sand beach is ideal for swimming and water sport. Lined with hotels, shopping centers, restaurants and nightlife venues, Patong is a vibrant, non-stop beach resort attracting large numbers of both domestic vacationers and foreign visitors. The wide variety of accommodation and dining options means Patong can cater to almost any budget or interest. Large groups can be easily accommodated, while individual travelers can find cozy hideaways and intimate restaurants.