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Thalang

Thalang is Phuket's largest and most diverse district, covering the northern two-thirds of the island. The western coastline — Bang Tao, Surin, Layan, Nai Thon, Nai Yang — hosts Phuket's most prestigious developments and the Laguna Phuket integrated resort complex. The interior and east coast are more rural and affordable. Phuket International Airport is in Thalang. Bang Tao / Laguna — Phuket's luxury hub. Laguna complex has 5 resorts, a golf course, and surrounding villa estates. Boat Avenue and Porto de Phuket for dining/shopping. Premium pool villas from 15M to 100M+ THB. Surin / Layan — Exclusive, quieter beaches. Ultra-high-end villas and boutique developments. The "Beverly Hills" of Phuket. Nai Thon / Nai Yang — Near the airport but surprisingly peaceful. National park-protected beaches. Growing mid-range development. Good value relative to Bang Tao. Thalang town / interior — Affordable residential area. Local markets, schools, and Thalang heritage. Where many Phuket locals live. Bang Tao pool villas: 15–80+ million THB. Surin/Layan luxury estates: 30–200+ million THB. Nai Thon condos: 80,000–140,000 THB/sqm. Thalang town houses: 3–8 million THB. The widest price range of any Phuket district.