'''Mai Khao''' (????????? ''Hat Mai Khao'') is a beach on the northwestern side of Phuket, Thailand. It's also known as '''Airport Beach''' or '''Sanambin Beach''' (the Thai word for "airport"), as it's very close to the airport. The northern portion is known as '''Hat Sai Kaeo''' (???????????), a long white sandy beach with groves of pines along the shore.

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Phuket's airport (see Phuket) is directly next to Mai Khao.

The beach can be reached by taking the Thepkasattri Road on to the Thao Thepkasattri Bridge, then take a left turn at the direction sign pointing to Mai Khao Beach. It is the habitat of the sea cicadas and turtles.

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Most of Mai Khao is part of Sirinat National Park.

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Camping is permitted on both Mai Khao and Nai Yang beaches. The Park's Visitor Center, located near the south end of Mai Khao, rents tents and provides some minimal facilities for campers. There are also some inexpensive bungalows for rent on Nai Yang. Contact the park at Tel: 0 7632 7407 for details.

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'''== Seaside Cottages & Restaurant, Mai Khao Beach Phuket, Thailand==''' Unique Round En-suite Cottages or Wooden and Bamboo Beach Huts in completely natural surroundings. Total 10 rooms. Camping also available from 200 Baht See http://mai-khao-beach.com for full details and online booking.

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Mid-range

Splurge

  • JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa (?? ??????? ??????? ?????? ??????? ????? ???) 231 Mu 3, Hat Mai Khao, Amphoe Talang (Tel: 0 7633 8000 Bangkok: Tel: 0 2656 7700 www.marriott.com), 265 rooms: US$ 150-640
  • Sala Phuket Resort and Spa (?????????? ??????? ????????) 333 Mu 3, Mai Khao Beach (Tel: 0 7633888 Fax: 0 76338889) www.salaphuket.com 79 rooms: US$ 260 ? 1870
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