Kathu is located between the most famous beach called Patong and the business center of Phuket. Such as waterfalls/golf courses/go-karts/bungy jumping/zip lines, etc. Facilities: Daily market nearby/Tesco Lotus/Super Chip/7-Eleven/Top Daily, etc. Compared to Patong and Phuket City Kathu is a more relaxed residential area where both locals and tourists live. So if you want to avoid tourist areas. Kathu place has a local atmosphere. Kathu is the best choice.