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Combining a relaxed island vibe with one of the most beautiful parts of the world as a backdrop, Phuket Pride is unique.
Phuket voted one of Conde Nast’s Magazines top ten tropical resort destinations in the world. And is the setting for the gay pride festival held over a six day period with the parade being on the final Sunday.
The Phuket Gay Pride festival has been held every year in one form or another since 1999. New organisers, the Phuket Loves You Club, took over the event recently and since then it’s been held in April.
Most of the festival action takes place in Patong beach, which has a thriving gay-oriented entertainment industry, and the local municipality is supportive of the event. Those looking for a gay nightlife scene in Phuket will find it year round here, mainly in the Soi Paradise area of Patong.
Gay pride festival has become a very popular event in Phuket attracting record numbers of visitors from around the world last year, the gay area is Patong Beach, where you will find all the gay bars and clubs, booking your stay early is highly recommended, as the best accommodation books out fast.
Organisers estimate some 30,000 people came to watch Phuket Pride’s grand parade last year, the main attraction during the week. With many parade participants decked out in copious amounts of feathers, sequins and glitter, it’s certainly a crowd-pleasing, colourful spectacle. The parade starts on Soi Tan, Patong, at 16:00
On the final Sunday there will be a closing day ‘afternoon tea dance’ party help in Soi Paradise with live Dj’s and BBQ and in the evening the official closing party, this is being billed as ‘The ultimate Pride closing party’ with international Dj’s , shows and special appearances.
We have chosen Hotels close to the gay bars that have high reviews,
Lub d Phuket, R-Mar Resort, Orchid Resortel, Phusita House 3
Hotels in Patong Beach tend to book out fast! Book now and Pay on arrival.
Our Editors stay at the Westin Siray Bay during the Pride festivities.
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Most of the gay bars are in the Paradise Complex, so we have chosen Hotels close to all the gay bars in this area that have high reviews on booking.com our hotel partner .
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We have chosen hotels in Phuket that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
Diamond Cliff Resort and Spa is set within 20 acres of beautiful gardens. Overlooking the Andaman Sea and Kalim Beach, it offers 3 restaurants, 3 bars and 2 pools. Complimentary fruit shopping at the hotel’s fruit shop. Rooms feature stunning sunset views from private balconies. Each comes with polished wooden flooring and a cable/satellite TV. A minibar and fridge
Situated in Patong Beach, Homm Bliss Southbeach Patong features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a garden. With free WiFi, 24-hour front desk and room service. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. Air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and bathroom with a shower.
Featuring an outdoor pool as well as a sauna, the modern Ramada offers air-conditioned guestrooms, a restaurant, a fitness centre, bicycle rental and free WiFi in all areas. A private balcony, all rooms at Ramada Phuket Deevana Patong come with pleasant views, a flat-screen satellite TV, a safety deposit box, an electric kettle and a private bathroom with free toiletries
R-Mar Resort offers rooms with wooden wall panels and floors, it also has an outdoor pool and restaurant. Featuring private balconies, rooms at R-Mar Resort and Spa come with a 32-inch flat-screen TV and a safety deposit box. A fridge and tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. The private bathroom has a bathtub with hot and cold shower.
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Spend the day playing on the beach then return to dine at one of La Flora Resort Patong – SHA Extra Plus’s 2 restaurants. All 67 individually furnished rooms feature free WiFi and DVD players. Guests can enjoy deep soaking tubs, and other standard amenities include balconies, refrigerators, and LCD TVs.
Along with 3 outdoor pools, this resort has a full-service spa and a restaurant. A free area shuttle, and a free shopping center shuttle. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite. All 314 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and 24-hour room service. Deep soaking tubs, an refrigerators, minibars (stocked with some free items), and LED TVs.
Spend the day playing on the beach then return to dine at one of Impiana Resort Patong – SHA Extra Plus’s 2 restaurants. All 71 rooms feature thoughtful touches like pillow menus and bathrobes, plus free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Guests will also find DVD players, room service, and coffee makers.
This resort features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a poolside bar. All 303 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and sofa beds. For a bit of entertainment, LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests will also appreciate thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers.