Updated 15 June 2026 · by the Move to Phuket team

★ PHUKET AREA GUIDE · 2026

Living in Surin

"Millionaire's Row" — a sophisticated, upscale white-sand beach with stylish beach clubs and prestige villas, minutes from the airport.

1-bed condo from ฿28,000
Entry rent / month
<30 min
To the airport
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Surin Beach
// The feel

What Surin is like

"Millionaire's Row" — a sophisticated, upscale white-sand beach with stylish beach clubs and prestige villas, minutes from the airport. Surin is for those who want a premium, low-key beach address and can pay for it.

Best for: Luxury seekers, affluent couples and retirees.

// The trade-offs

Pros & cons

Why live here

  • A beautiful, quiet beach
  • High-end dining and beach clubs
  • A prestige address with excellent airport access

The trade-offs

  • Expensive
  • Few budget options
  • Can feel exclusive and quiet
// Practicalities

Rent, beach & getting around

Typical rent: 1-bed condo from ฿28,000 · 2-bed villa from ฿50,000 · luxury villas ฿150,000+ (12-month lease; short-term and high-season rates run higher). Beach: Surin Beach. Airport: about <30 min off-peak — high-season traffic can roughly double it. There is no real public transport in Phuket, so budget for a scooter or car — see getting around.

Is Surin right for you?

Surin is for those who want a premium, low-key beach address and can pay for it. Compare the numbers in our cost-of-living guide and the other areas in the neighbourhoods overview.

// FAQ

Common questions

Is Surin a good place to live in Phuket?

Surin suits luxury seekers, affluent couples and retirees. Surin is for those who want a premium, low-key beach address and can pay for it.

How much is rent in Surin?

Typical long-term rent in Surin runs 1-bed condo from ฿28,000 · 2-bed villa from ฿50,000 · luxury villas ฿150,000+, on a 12-month lease. Short-term and high-season (December–February) rates are higher.

How far is Surin from Phuket airport?

Surin is about under 30 min from Phuket International Airport off-peak; allow extra time in high season and the late-afternoon rush.