Toyota Yaris Ativ
Sedan Automatic 5 seats 2022 Petrol 1.2L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿1,180 per day
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Car rental · Mai Khao
Car Rental in Mai Khao
Car rental in Mai Khao costs from ฿1,180 a day: the car is delivered to your hotel for ฿200 or handed over at HKT airport free of charge, you pay on pickup, and with full insurance from 7 days no deposit is needed. The terminal is 10–15 minutes from the Mai Khao hotels, the Thalang supermarkets 15–20, and taxis out here are expensive.
Delivery to your hotel in Mai Khao costs ฿200; HKT airport is 10 minutes away.
Prices and terms updated:
Sample total from the calculator
7 days, delivery in Mai Khao: total ฿7,990
Middle Season, 01.11.2026 – 08.11.2026. Calculated for Honda Jazz: the length discount and season are already applied, delivery and return in Mai Khao (฿200) are included in the total, and the refundable deposit is paid separately on pickup.
Can you get by without a car in Mai Khao?
There is almost no infrastructure in Mai Khao: a few large hotels, the Splash Jungle water park and a long stretch of coast. The nearest supermarkets and any real choice of cafes are in Thalang, 15–20 minutes away by car. Taxis come here expensively and reluctantly, and getting one back is hard: this is not a tourist district in the usual sense.
The airport, on the other hand, is right there: 10–15 minutes from the HKT terminal to the Mai Khao hotels. MonkeyCar meets you in the arrivals hall and hands the car over on the spot, so you drive off straight after your flight instead of arranging a transfer. The return on departure day works the same way, at the airport.
Which cars can you rent in Mai Khao?
Honda Jazz
Hatchback Automatic 5 seats 2024 Petrol 1.5L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿1,180 per day
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MG ZS
Crossover Automatic 5 seats 2024 Petrol 1.5L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿1,640 per day
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Mitsubishi Xpander
Minivan Automatic 7 seats 2024 Petrol 1.5L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿1,810 per day
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Ford Ranger
Pickup Automatic 4 seats 2024 Diesel 2.0L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿2,750 per day
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Toyota Fortuner Legender
SUV Automatic 7 seats 2025 Diesel 2.8L
Included: insurance, airport delivery
฿3,600 per day
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How much is car delivery to Mai Khao?
We bring the car to any hotel or villa along Mai Khao beach and to neighbouring Nai Yang. Most often it is simpler to collect it at the airport: it is 10 minutes from the hotels and there is no waiting after the flight. Delivery is ฿200.
- Meet-and-greet in HKT arrivals: 10 minutes to the hotels
- To a hotel or villa anywhere along the beach
- Return at the airport on departure day
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Where can you drive from Mai Khao?
With a car the whole north of the island opens up: Sarasin Bridge and the way to the mainland is 20 minutes, Phang Nga about an hour, the Nai Yang and Nai Thon beaches 10–20 minutes. Patong is 45–50 minutes away, so a night out from here is something you plan in advance.
- Sarasin Bridge and Phang Nga: 20 minutes and an hour
- Nai Yang and Nai Thon beaches: 10–20 minutes
- Splash Jungle water park: next to the hotels
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Where can you park in Mai Khao, and what are the roads like?
Mai Khao is 11 kilometres of beach with hotels spaced well apart along Road 4031. Parking is free everywhere: at the hotels, at the beach access points, at Turtle Village and at the plane-spotting area. The roads are straight and empty, which makes this the calmest district on the island for anyone driving in Thailand for the first time.
- Free parking at every beach access point
- Straight, empty roads: comfortable for beginners
- 10–15 minutes to the airport terminal
How much does it cost to rent a car in Mai Khao for 7 days?
| Class | Car | Daily rate | 7-day total |
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| Sedans | Toyota Yaris Ativ | ฿1,180/day | ฿10,990 |
| Economy class | Honda Jazz | ฿1,180/day | ฿10,990 |
| Crossovers | MG ZS | ฿1,640/day | ฿14,650 |
| Minivans | Mitsubishi Xpander | ฿1,810/day | ฿16,160 |
| Pickups | Ford Ranger | ฿2,750/day | ฿24,280 |
| SUVs | Toyota Fortuner Legender | ฿3,600/day | ฿31,680 |
The 7-day total for the cheapest car in each class includes the length-of-rental discount, the current season, delivery and return in Mai Khao and full insurance, so no cash deposit is needed. The calculator on the car page works out the total for your dates and any other car.
When is car rental in Mai Khao cheaper?
The price depends on the season: the multiplier is the same one the calculator applies to your dates. Below is the daily rate from ฿943 for the most affordable car in the fleet.
| Season | Dates | Price per day, from |
|---|---|---|
| Low Season cheapest | May 16 to September 30 | ฿940/day |
| Middle Season | April 1 to May 15 October 1 to December 14 |
฿1,180/day |
| High Season | January 11 to March 31 December 15 to December 24 |
฿1,510/day |
| Peak Season | December 25 to January 10 | ฿1,740/day |
FAQ
What do people ask about car rental in Mai Khao?
How much does car rental in Mai Khao cost?
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From ฿1,180 a day at current-season rates, or ฿1,090 for a week or more; middle season adds 25%, high season 60%, peak 85%. The price depends on car class, rental length and insurance, not the district. A couple will be fine in a Toyota Yaris or Honda Jazz; a family in a big resort is better off with a minivan such as an Xpander or H1. Mai Khao hotels are far apart, so you'll need the car almost every day.
Can I pick up the car at the airport near Mai Khao?
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Yes, pickup at HKT airport is the easiest option for Mai Khao: the area starts 10–15 minutes from the terminal. A manager meets you at the terminal, the paperwork is done on the spot, and you drive yourself to the hotel with no transfer. Support runs 24/7, so a night flight is no problem. On departure you drop the car at the airport. Need it later? It can be delivered to your Mai Khao hotel for ฿200.
Are there shops and cafés in Mai Khao?
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Not many: along road 4031 there are small Thai cafés and mini-marts, and the Turtle Village complex sits near the big hotels, but there are no restaurant strips or supermarkets. The nearest large shops are in Thalang, 15–20 minutes by car, and the restaurants of Cherng Talay by Boat Avenue are 25–30 minutes away. Without a car you're tied to the hotel and its restaurant; with one, the whole north of the island is close.
What documents do I need to rent a car in Mai Khao?
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A passport and national licence are enough for handover. At the wheel the law requires an IDP with your national licence, or a Thai licence; without an IDP, insurance may not cover an accident. Your original passport stays with you; a copy is enough. You need a year of driving experience; the minimum age is in the rental terms. With airport pickup, everything is signed right at the terminal.
Is a deposit required to rent a car in Mai Khao?
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No, with full insurance: there is no deposit with full insurance from 7 days. It costs 35% of the rental, at least ฿3,000. Basic insurance means a refundable deposit that depends on the car, and a ฿5,000 excess. Your passport is never held. On Mai Khao's empty roads basic cover is often enough; for trips all over the island, full insurance is calmer.
How do I pay for a car rental in Mai Khao?
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On pickup at the airport or at your Mai Khao hotel, with no prepayment: cash in Thai baht, US dollars or euros at the exchange-office rate, or by card via the terminal with a 7% bank fee. A manager confirms the car for your dates, and the calculator shows the total upfront. Any deposit is paid separately and returned at drop-off. Payment questions are handled on Telegram or WhatsApp around the clock, which helps with night flights into HKT.
What should I do after an accident or breakdown in Mai Khao?
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Call MonkeyCar's 24/7 support right away; the number is in your contract. After an accident, don't move the cars before the report, and photograph the damage and the scene. For a breakdown, help or a replacement car is arranged. In Mai Khao the main danger is speed: road 4031 is straight, barely lit at night, and dogs wander onto the verges. In the rainy season water pools on the long straights and aquaplaning is a real risk.
Are child seats available for rentals in Mai Khao?
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Yes: a child seat or booster costs ฿100 a day, up to two per car, and a phone holder is free. Give your child's age and weight when booking, and the seat is fitted by handover, including at the airport. Mai Khao is a family area with big resorts and the Splash Jungle water park, and with kids you'll drive to shops and restaurants daily. With a pushchair and luggage, a crossover or minivan is more comfortable.
What fuel level does the car come with in Mai Khao?
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Full: the rule is full-to-full, so you pay only for fuel used; any shortfall is charged at the petrol station receipt price, with no service fee. There are few stations along the Mai Khao beach, but PTT and Shell sit on Highway 402 and at the airport junction, right on the way to your flight. The fuel grade is in the contract and on the fuel flap, usually Gasohol 95 or 91. Before crossing the Sarasin Bridge to Phang Nga, fill up in advance.
Are there long-term rental discounts in Mai Khao?
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Yes, the discount grows with the term: 8% from 7 days, 15% from 11, 22% from 16 and 29% from 22. The calculator applies it automatically, no promo codes needed. In Mai Khao, long rentals suit resort guests staying two or three weeks and people renting a home for the season for the quiet and the airport nearby. You'll cover a lot of highway, so a manager can suggest an economical model.
Where can I park in Mai Khao?
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Pretty much anywhere, for free: hotels have their own car parks, beach access points have lots, and there's space at Turtle Village and the cafés along road 4031. The plane-spotting area at the end of the runway gets busy by evening in high season. A red-and-white kerb means no stopping, yellow-and-white means no parking. Don't drive onto the sandy beach tracks: the ground is loose and a low car can get stuck.
How far is Mai Khao from Patong?
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About 45–50 minutes, roughly 40 km via Highway 402 and then through Kamala or Kathu. It's the resort area furthest from Patong: people come here for quiet and an empty beach. Everything else is closer: the airport is 10–15 minutes, Nai Yang and Nai Thon 10–20, Bang Tao with Laguna and Boat Avenue 25–30, Thalang 15–20. With a car the whole west coast is open in the evening; without one, every outing is a separate taxi.
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