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Banyan Tree Phuket

Hotel · Phuket

15 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand | Condé Nast Traveler

"Although the adjoining stretch of Bang Tao Beach isn’t the most picturesque and the broader setting amid apartment buildings may seem unenticing, any misgivings tend to disappear once you check into one of the resort’s private pool villas. These classic Thai-style villas, with pointed roofs and teakwood floors, are spread across three distinct areas, so it pays to choose carefully: adults-only Spa Sanctuary villas come with all-you-can-spa perks, while DoublePool villas offer twin pools and abundant space. Even the entry-level villas at the main address provide plenty of comfort, with open-air bathtubs, walled gardens, and pools long enough for proper laps, making the resort a strong choice for travelers who prioritize villa living over setting." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers

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33 Srisunthorn 33/27 Cherngthalay Tambon Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions

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Banyan Tree Phuket

V Villas Phuket - MGallery Collection

Hotel · Phuket

15 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand | Condé Nast Traveler

"Perched on the hills above Ao Yon Bay on Phuket’s southeastern tip, this intimate retreat of just 19 villas focuses on service and sweeping views. Each sun-flooded villa, some with multiple bedrooms, is wrapped around a private infinity pool long enough for laps and comes with a dedicated butler to arrange boating excursions, spa reservations, and indulgences like floating breakfasts. The main restaurant, YON Beach House, serves a Thai-European mix of tuna tartare, tiger prawn-topped noodles, and squid ink risotto. Even non-guests are drawn to the lounging daybeds and spectacular sunsets at the rooftop bar, which make the property a destination in its own right." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers

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Vichit, Moo 8 Ao, Soi Ruam Jai Ao Yon, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000, Thailand Get directions

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Keemala

Resort hotel · Kamala Beach

15 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand | Condé Nast Traveler

"Highly photogenic and often seen on Instagram, this rainforest retreat in the Kamala hills on Phuket’s west coast offers imaginative hillside accommodations ranging from glamorous safari tents to two-story tree houses, all with private pools and adjoining sundecks, with the Bird’s Nest Pool Villas as the pick for extra space. Interiors blend safari chic with jungle-dwelling touches—teakwood walls, stone-carved bathtubs, and fabrics in earthy tones—creating cocoon-like hideaways that can be hard to leave. Although the nearest beach is a 10-minute drive away, the on-site Mala Spa and health-focused Mala Restaurant, where the southern Thai specialties are the smart choice, provide ample opportunities to boost the feel-good factor without ever leaving the property." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers

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10 88 Nakasud Rd Kamala, Kathu District, Phuket 83150, Thailand Get directions

The Surin Phuket

Hotel · Phuket

15 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand | Condé Nast Traveler

"Sharing both a beach and architect Ed Tuttle with Amanpuri next door, this long-standing classic on Phuket’s west coast has built a loyal following thanks to well-priced rooms and outstanding service. The dramatic Thai-inspired Lomtalay restaurant and the sweeping granite staircases leading up to it showcase Tuttle’s design flair, as does the lounger-lined hexagonal swimming pool clad in chalkboard-black anthracite. In contrast, the rooms are bright and breezy, with palettes of white and grey warmed by gemstone-hued silk, and all open onto ocean-facing lounge decks, with some featuring private plunge pools. A standout perk is access to cream-colored Pansea Beach, one of Phuket’s prettiest stretches of sand, which is hard to reach for non-hotel guests and therefore blissfully free of tourist crowds." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers

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118 Soi Hat Surin 8, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions

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The Surin Phuket

Sri Panwa Phuket Luxury Pool Villa Hotel

Hotel · Phuket

15 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand | Condé Nast Traveler

"Seclusion on the southernmost tip of Phuket defines this hillside resort, where astonishing suites and villas with pools are scattered above the sea and you might bump into celebrities like Gordon Ramsay, Jason Statham, or Rita Ora, as well as long-time repeat guests who have been coming twice a year for two decades. It’s easy to hole up in a suite or villa, each with a private pool, simple, clutter-free interiors, and sensational sea views, but the real magic appears when you venture out: sinking into a floor cushion at Baba Nest for cocktails beneath an apricot-hued sky at one of the island’s best sundowner spots, or settling into iki for a 15-course Japanese tasting menu. The thatched-roof spa offers everything from quirky mango sticky rice body polishes to highly effective treatments such as the Thai herbal healer, which starts with a warm compress of galangal, kefir, lime, and lemongrass before a deep tissue massage to dissolve long-haul tension. A collaboration with the BDMS clinic brings two- to 14-night sleep programs with personalized sleep testing, curated IV therapy, mindfulness, sleep healing, and massages aimed at tackling the root causes of sleep disruption for stressed-out CEOs and burnt-out influencers. Despite the focus on slow moments and deep relaxation, Phuket Town’s pretty architecture and charming energy are just a 20-minute drive away." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers

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88 Sakdidej Rd, Tambon Wichit, Muang Phuket 83000, Thailand Get directions

Sri Panwa Phuket Luxury Pool Villa Hotel

The Pavilions Phuket

Resort hotel · Phuket

15 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand | Condé Nast Traveler

"You have to address the fact that The Pavilions doesn’t have direct access to its own stretch of beach, which is a dealbreaker for some but not for the 20- and 30-something couples who stay here and are happy to lounge by their own private pool in the morning before hopping on a moped to explore Phuket and its beaches in the afternoon. Its northwest-coast location makes it a good base for exploring, but there’s plenty on-site too, including two pools (one adults-only) and a huge lounger-lined lagoon with blue and green LED lights that sparkle at night. Interiors in some suites and villas may raise eyebrows with ketchup-red sofas, butterfly-adorned rugs, and black furniture, but this feels like a refreshing, fun break from the more traditional Thai decor on the island; other rooms are more toned down, with creamy palettes, floaty fabrics, and four-poster beds. Both styles of rooms are huge compared to other options on Phuket, particularly the villas with private pools that offer exceptional bang for your buck. Dining includes a great Thai restaurant and a good Italian for when pad thai fatigue sets in, and the dreamy spa, surrounded by jungle greenery, has a treatment menu featuring products from Moringa Project, a family-run business using oil from moringa pods." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers

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31 1, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions

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The Pavilions Phuket

Twinpalms Tented Camp Phuket

Hotel · Phuket

15 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand | Condé Nast Traveler

"To call it “glamping” would undersell the whole experience at this Twinpalms hideaway, where one- and two-bedroom tents are fronted by a winding lagoon dotted with lily pads and bordered by tropical greenery, with an additional five one-bedroom tents situated directly on the beach. Each tent is kitted out with king-size four-poster beds, large bathrooms with rain showers, air conditioning, and 24-hour butler service, and some of the lagoon tents have outdoor decks with private plunge pools and expansive living areas. Neutral tones, rattan and brown leather furnishings, and antique-style wooden pieces characterize each indoor space so elegantly that interiors barely resemble a tent at all. There’s no on-site dining, but guests can walk or take a shuttle to Twinpalms’ portfolio of restaurants, and there is an on-site tent spa where therapists take a holistic approach by combining contemporary and traditional Thai healing treatments and using organic products." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers

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202 88, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions

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Twinpalms Tented Camp Phuket

COMO Point Yamu

Resort hotel · Thalang

15 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand | Condé Nast Traveler

"On Phuket’s sunrise-facing east coast, where notable hotels are scarce, this wellness-focused property at the tip of Cape Yamu stands out as arguably one of the best hotels in all of Thailand. The straight-lined architecture is softened with Thai touches such as beautiful Buddhist artworks and a dash of Mediterranean flair from Italian designer Paola Navone. Rooms are sleek and bright in crisp whites and electric blues, with fabulous views over Phang Nga Bay. There’s no direct beach access, but COMO’s swish beach club on a semi-private islet about 20 minutes away more than compensates, as does the showpiece 330-foot pool that stretches along the property and anchors much of the lounging life here." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers

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225 Pakhlok, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions

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COMO Point Yamu

SALA Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort

Resort hotel · Thalang

15 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand | Condé Nast Traveler

"A rare homegrown brand that competes with Phuket’s big-name international hotels, this resort benefits from a near-airport location without suffering much from plane noise, and it sits on wonderfully deserted Mai Khao Beach, one of the island’s prettiest stretches of sand. While there are a handful of balcony suites, the pool villas are the real prize: white-washed sanctuaries accented with taupe and grey and featuring Portuguese-tiled open-air bathrooms that nod to the island’s trade history. The SALA Spa enjoys a strong reputation, and the restaurant is equally celebrated—ordering the fragrant beef-cheek curry with mushrooms and betel leaves is highly recommended." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers

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333, Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions

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SALA Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort

Rosewood Phuket

Resort hotel · Patong

15 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand | Condé Nast Traveler

"Even though it sits within sight of Patong Beach, the island’s rowdy epicenter, this resort feels worlds away the moment you pass its monogrammed entrance gates and enter lush hillsides dotted with ancient banyan trees and indigenous foliage. Its 71 elegant villas and suites feel more like island homes than hotel rooms, with cozy living spaces decorated with keepsakes, fresh flowers, and coffee table books. The Asaya spa ranks among the brand’s best in the region, and serious spa-goers can book the Asaya Villa, a spacious day-use retreat with a private watsu pool and Himalayan salt sauna. Four roomy, relaxed restaurants serve everything from Italian comfort food to poolside surf and turf, with Ta Khai—modeled after a Thai fishing village and serving authentic Thai dishes from open kitchens—rightly taking signature status. A seriously good kids’ club with wooden toys and educational activities makes this one of Phuket’s standout family-friendly luxury hotels." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers

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88/28, 30-33, 88 Muen-Ngern Rd, Pa Tong, Kathu District, 83150, Thailand Get directions

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Rosewood Phuket