Rawai is the southernmost and one of the most beautiful areas of the island. It is a relatively quiet place, ideal for extended vacations or long-term stays, thanks to its well-developed infrastructure. The area features schools and kindergartens, sports facilities and entertainment parks, beauty salons, massage parlors, and spas, as well as numerous cafes, restaurants, and shops. For digital nomads, there is a spacious coworking space. Rawai is also home to one of the island's most famous and picturesque spots – Promthep Cape. Accommodation options cater to various tastes and budgets, including condominiums, hotels, houses, and luxurious villas. The Rawai Beach page can be found here, and nearby is the Nai Harn area with its stunning beach. Rawai is an excellent destination for families with children, couples, and anyone seeking relaxation amidst tropical beauty and tranquility 🔥 The best places in Rawai go first 👇🏼
Yokozuna Sushi Rawai
Yokozuna Sushi is a small Japanese restaurant in Rawai with a huge menu of sushi and rolls — over 40 varieties! They also serve sashimi, nigiri, miso soup, poke, gyoza, edamame, and even sushi dogs (have you ever tried those?). All dishes are made to order, and the fish is...
Viking Bar
Viking Bar in Rawai is a small beachfront bar and restaurant with the feel of a solid, old-school pub — without the forced “Nordic” styling you might expect from the name. It’s an easy stop after the beach: calm, laid-back, and popular with European visitors. In the evenings it fills...
The Local Cafe and Restaurant, Rawai Phuket
The Local Cafe and Restaurant in Rawai is a family-run café tucked away on a quiet side street not far from the beach. It sits slightly off the main road, surrounded by trees and small houses, so the atmosphere is calm and removed from the bustle of the “touristy” seafront....
Smash Brothers Burgers
A small roadside cafe located in Rawai is easy to find and perfect for a quick bite. This cozy spot offers a welcoming atmosphere and very friendly service. If you're in a rush or just passing by, they’ll prepare the juiciest, hottest burger right in front of you, ensuring you...
Reyn's Bar & Restaurant
Reyn’s Bar & Restaurant in Rawai, Phuket is a cozy neighborhood spot with a warm, homey feel — an easy place to unwind over dinner or spend a relaxed evening with friends. The setting invites you to slow down: some nights are quiet and intimate, while others turn lively with...
TERRASSE 48 Café - Restaurant
A cozy cafe with a touch of Swiss charm. The owner, Aline, moved to Phuket from Europe and brought her national recipes with her. She’s especially proud of the cheese and meat fondues, prepared at the café using her family’s traditional methods. Every Thursday, TERRASSE 48 Café - Restaurant features...
Samut
Samut in Phuket is a unique restaurant recognized in the MICHELIN guide, specializing exclusively in dishes made from local seafood. Dinner at Samut is a one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience for true connoisseurs. The restaurant has only 4 (!) tables, and guests are offered a 17-course tasting menu featuring shrimp, lobster, fish,...
Shark Bites - Pool Bar and Pickleball
Shark Bites is more than just a pickleball center — it's a full-fledged complex for active recreation. Beginners can take training sessions with experienced coaches, while more advanced players have access to specialized sessions focused on tactics and strategy. Regular tournaments are also held at Shark Bites for players of...
Bee Gold massage 1
Good professional Thai massage with polite and attentive staff. The massage here is very pleasant and relaxing, but it can also be very therapeutic - it depends on what you need. Quiet music plays in the background and you can hear the murmuring of water, which allows you to get...
Phuket Muay Thai
Phuket Muay Thai is a professional training camp specializing in teaching Thai boxing. The open-air gym adds a unique tropical atmosphere to the experience. The philosophy of Phuket Muay Thai is quality over quantity. That’s why class sizes are limited to ensure each student receives individual attention. Here, students have...
The Yoga Shala & Cafe Rawai
Yoga Shala Rawai opened in June 2022. Before moving to Rawai, director Jason Douglas Schramm owned and managed yoga studios in the USA for over 20 years. The studio offers daily classes in Ashtanga Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, and Hatha Yoga, as well as meditation sessions. You will feel the incredible...
BAMBINI
The International Kindergarten Bambini offers modern developmental programs for children of different ages from Europe, Asia, and the CIS. Classes are organized into the following groups: ● “Little Explorers” – 1–2 years old● “Young Discoverers” – 2–3 years old● “Curious Creators” – 3–4 years old● “Bright Minds” – 4–5 years...
Wise Yoga Studio Rawai
Wise Yoga Studio Rawai offers an incredible yoga experience with complete immersion. The focus here is on mindfulness, breathwork, and relaxation. A certified instructor with years of experience ensures safe and effective practice. The individualized approach to each student is the key to success at Wise Yoga Studio Rawai. The...
Sala Mexicali
Sala Mexicali is one of the best cafes in the Mexican food category located in Rawai neighborhood. The music and atmosphere created in this place will convince you that you have really entered the brightest Mexico. The food is simply top notch. Fajitos cooked on a squiggling smoky pan are...
Costa Grill Restaurant Rawai Beach
Costa Grill is a restaurant on Rawai Beach with a European character and a hint of Corsican atmosphere. The space is tastefully designed: soft lighting adds a hint of romance, pleasant music plays in the background, and everything feels neat and well cared for. You can choose to sit on...
Crepes Factory Phuket
One of the few places in Phuket where everything is thought out for children is the restaurant Crepes Factory in Phuket. There are many children's feeding chairs, a changing table, and even two play areas. One with toys and books, the other with slides and swings. The menu is large,...
La Cantina Steak House & Pizzeria
Premium steaks made from Australian beef, Italian pizza, homemade pasta, and juicy burgers. All this is at La Cantina Steak House. They know their meat! Steaks are cooked on wood charcoal, which gives the meat a rich smoky flavor. The pizza is a true masterpiece: thin dough and a perfect...
Hidden Gem - Bar | Bistro | Bakery
Hidden Gem is a hilltop bar, bistro, and bakery in Rawai with sweeping views over the bay and beach. Surrounded by lush jungle greenery, it’s a great spot for a quiet breakfast, an unhurried lunch, or sunset dinner. Guests can choose between a smoke-free panoramic terrace and a spacious air-conditioned...
Coconut Seafood 2_Rawai
Coconut Seafood 2_Rawai is a beachfront restaurant in Rawai, with a laid-back vibe and sea views. It’s an easy place for a quiet lunch by the water, but it’s also worth dropping in later in the day — by dinner time the tables fill up quickly. Parking is usually easiest...
Georgian House
A little corner of Georgia in Rawai. The menu features traditional Georgian dishes: khinkali, kharcho, adjaruli, ojakhuri, khachapuri... And of course, no true Georgian feast is complete without qvevri wine and chacha! Portions here are generously Georgian — so don’t over-order, only the chosen few can finish everything on the...
Islander Sports Bar and Restaurant Rawai Phuket
Islander Sports Bar is an English pub-restaurant in Rawai where you can spend a family breakfast or an evening watching a live match. The vibe is warm and familiar: service is quick and attentive, and the owner is often hands-on, making sure everyone feels looked after. The kitchen leans strongly...
LeSpa by Stay
An amazing place with a pool, onsen hot springs, an infrared sauna with a Himalayan salt wall, and a hammam — everything you need to “switch off your mind” and fully relax. The service is meticulously thought out: convenient changing rooms are equipped with all necessary toiletries, including a hairdryer,...
Happy Jack GASTROBAR
Happy Jack GASTROBAR in Rawai, Phuket is an intimate gastropub with a warm, homey feel. Thoughtful lighting, soft background music, and a clean, understated interior make the dining room comfortable for conversation. The staff are genuinely friendly, and the owner, Peter, often greets guests personally. Everything is kept spotless —...
CUP Cafe Rawai
CUP Cafe Rawai is a stylish two-story cafe with home cooking from three cultures: Russian, European and Thai. The cafe has a terrace. The menu features Slavic dishes such as oatmeal, pancakes, and cottage cheese pancakes (syrniki). These syrniki are frequently mentioned by guests. There is a kids' menu available....
Mirage Cafe Bar & Restaurant
Homemade borscht with beef, beef stroganoff with mashed potatoes, Olivier salad with salmon, zucchini pancakes. Craving it? Welcome to the scenic cafe Mirage on Phuket in Rawai! The establishment is located on the first and sixth floors, from where a beautiful view opens up. In addition to traditional Russian cuisine...
Chalong Sauna
A simple, nameless Thai sauna, but incredibly authentic! A no-frills place with just the essentials: a steam room, a small area, and an ice bath. The herbal hammam combined with a massage creates an amazing relaxing effect! Visiting this sauna is inexpensive – only 100 baht. However, keep in mind...
Phuket Art Village
It was opened by a man named Niran Chanhom along with two other artists 13 years ago, but the place is still gaining popularity. The village consists of several artists' houses, united by a common area and includes several galleries and workshops, as well as a small burger joint and...
PhuketFit
Aqua Gym, located in Kathu, offers a unique approach to water-based training. It’s the perfect place for those seeking an effective workout with minimal impact on the joints. The center offers classes in aqua aerobics, swimming, and water fitness, which are especially popular among those looking to strengthen their cardiovascular...
Ocean Pie Phuket
Ocean Pie Phuket is a hotel in Rawai, 300 meters from Yanui Beach. From this hotel, it is a 30-minute walk to the city center. Guests are recommended to visit Elephant Farm, which is about 2 km away. Phuket Big Buddha is less than 7 km from the hotel. The...
KO FUN | Rope Park
KO FUN is a new rope park in Rawai, offering various courses designed for different skill levels - from simple routes for the youngest visitors to challenging trials for experienced adventurers. The park is designed for children from 4 to 12 years old. Attentive instructors help to pass the trails...
Evergreen spa
Evergreen is a wonderful wellness spa center where, in addition to massage, there are many other options – sauna, ice barrel, pool, and bar. You can order food from the opposite cafe. The place has a very pleasant atmosphere - dimmed lights, calm music in the background, delicious aroma in...
Paintball Park adventure phuket
Paintball Park Adventure Phuket is an action-focused paintball venue in Phuket with a large playing field and plenty of cover. Man‑made barriers, built structures, and natural terrain features keep matches fast, varied, and more tactical. The area is designed for intense runs, ambushes, and endurance-style games — after a round,...
Pleasure Dome Bar Rawai
Pleasure Dome Bar Rawai is a laid-back, atmospheric bar in the south of Phuket, in the Rawai area. It’s slightly tucked away from the busiest streets, but easy to find — and once you step inside, the vibe is clear right away: friendly, lively in a comfortable way, and never...
Me&My
Me&My is a dance studio that focuses on teaching feminine dance styles, such as high heels. The studio also offers hip-hop, jazz funk, frame-up strip, and other styles. The instructors frequently host masterclasses in various dance styles, and it's not uncommon to attend a session with renowned dancers visiting Phuket...
InDepth Yoga Academy
If you want to begin your yoga journey, it is essential to choose the right school and find your teacher. InDepth Yoga Academy is a family-run international yoga school accredited by Yoga Alliance. The academy offers classes in Hatha Vinyasa, Aerial Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Yin Yoga, Ashtanga, as well as...
Youtopia Cafe
A cafe for kids and adults with plenty of activities 🥎 The main attraction of this venue is its wide variety of activities: you can hit the pump track on a surfskate, jump on trampolines, soar on a zipline, or simply enjoy board games. Full access to all activities for...
Art Jupoo&Mai
Phuket is not just sandy beaches and cafes with gastronomic masterpieces; it is also a repository of Thai culture. Visit the small but vibrant art gallery Art Jupoo&Mai, where you will immerse yourself in a world of art and beauty. Operating since 2012, it showcases works by Thai artists in...
Gozar Restaurant Rawai
Gozar Restaurant Rawai is a well-kept spot in Phuket’s Rawai area, set on a busy street on the way to the south of the island. Inside, you’ll find a clean, modern interior with a spacious open-air seating area and a bar — an easy place to linger in the evening...
Kan Eang Restaurant
Seafood restaurant in Phuket Kan Eang Restaurant is created so that guests can enjoy local seafood with a beautiful view. It’s a spacious venue with seating both outdoors by the water and in covered pavilions. Live music plays regularly, making it a perfect spot for a romantic dinner. Only the...
Rawai View
Rawai View Restaurant in Phuket is a cafe with a beautiful sea view of Rawai Beach. The relaxed tropical atmosphere is harmoniously complemented by the sound of the surf and live music, and there is a hammock on the first floor. This is a great scenic cafe Rawai View. The...
Wilson's Cafe
A tropical-style cafe 🏝 featuring coworking spaces and a kids' corner. It’s a great spot for breakfast! Highly recommended are the honey toast, protein pancakes, and fruit smoothies. They also offer vegetarian dishes 🍃 The cafe frequently runs special promotions: on Mondays, pasta is only ฿200 🍝, and on Fridays,...
Rawai Park
A park with child-safe slides, a kids’ club, and outdoor playgrounds. The area also features green gardens, a koi pond, and Love Café with a children’s menu — so tasty and healthy that even picky eaters and constant “I don’t want to” kids can be fed. Average price: 200–400 THB...
Stammtisch German Food Restaurant
Stammtisch is a German food restaurant in Rawai, cosily tucked down a side street on the way to Nai Harn Beach. The setup is simple and homey: open-air seating with no air conditioning, so it’s most comfortable to visit in the evening. The menu combines German and Thai cuisine —...
Wyndham La Vita Phuket
Wyndham La Vita Phuket Condominium is a modern condominium located in the southern part of Phuket, in the Rawai area, near Nai Harn and Yanui beaches. It is simply ideal for families with children! There is a mini-water park, children's play area, and baby club. In the play area –...
The Green Man Pub
English pub in Phuket The Green Man – an atmospheric establishment in a beautiful mansion with a garden. The owner is an Englishman who likes to regale his guests with fascinating life stories. The food here is great and traditionally English - roast beef with vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and much...
Roost Glamping
Roost Glamping Phuket is a small, intimate glamping spot in the Rawai area. Set in lush tropical greenery, it features gravel paths, tipi-style tents, and shared spaces tucked slightly below the main entrance. The vibe feels like “a pocket of jungle in the city”: shops and mini-marts are close by,...
Selina
The Selina hotel offers a combination of modern comfort and relaxed atmosphere, perfectly suited for those seeking both relaxation and adventure. The hotel is located in the quiet area of Rawai Beach and provides amenities suited for solo travelers, couples, and families alike. Accommodation options are diverse, ranging from stylish...