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Hotel · Thalang
"Despite having opened in 1988 on a coconut grove on Phuket’s west coast, this resort still ranks among the best hotels in Thailand and remains as spectacular as ever. It was the original Aman and helped redefine luxury travel and hotel design, making a stay here a rite of passage for Aman devotees. From the midnight-blue pool at the entrance to the dramatic staircase leading down to the semi-private beach, architect Ed Tuttle created a timeless classic. Each of the 40 polished teakwood pavilions feels like a miniature Thai temple of indulgence, with crisp linen, fresh orchids, and spa-like bathrooms that take up almost half the floor space; all have sala-covered sundecks and some add private pools. The Holistic Wellness Centre, the first of its kind in the Aman group, goes far beyond typical spa offerings with medical services that include IV nutrient infusions and cryotherapy." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers
118, 1 ถนน ศรีสุนทร, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions
Hotel · Phuket
"Ease of access makes this resort classic fly-and-flop territory, with a location just a 20-minute drive from Phuket International Airport that lets you be stretched out on a padded lounger within an hour of landing. The appeal goes beyond convenience, though: much of the property is given over to a lilypad-dotted lagoon filled with monitor lizards and flowers, and a long golden-sand beach lapped by fun-sized waves adds to the sense of being immersed in nature. Privacy is a major draw, as each of the 83 huge villas is enclosed by tall walls and contains a sizable outdoor pool, shaded sala, and stone outdoor bathtub big enough for two, with elegant, pared-back interiors enhancing the calm. Treatment rooms strung out across the lagoon make the spa especially serene, families gravitate to relaxed beachside dining, and for a more grown-up evening there’s a treehouse Japanese omakase restaurant where the fish is freshly flown in from Japan." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers
888, 888 ตำบล ไม้ขาว, Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions
Hotel · Nai Harn
"Positioned on one of Phuket’s best beaches, this resort delivers everything expected of a five-star Thai stay. Built almost like a Greek hillside hotel, with white exteriors draped in climbing pink bougainvillea, it offers plush, luxurious guest rooms, most with private terraces giving panoramic views over the bay. Oversized king beds are so comfortable it’s tempting to sleep in, but early starts pay off with a full roster of activities: lingering on Nai Harn Beach for snorkeling or lounging on white sand, swimming in the lovely pool, joining daily yoga classes, or unwinding in the six-room spa. Dining is a highlight, with on-site restaurants and bars serving everything from fresh ceviche to Mediterranean dishes right by the waters of the Andaman Sea." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers
23/3 Moo1, Vises Road, Rawai, Muang District, Muang, Phuket 83100, Thailand Get directions
Resort hotel · Phuket
"Considered one of the best—and most expensive—places to stay in Phuket, this ultra-luxe property occupies its own cape on the island’s northwest side. Its 39 secluded villas are spacious and pretty, done in modern Thai style and outfitted with ocean-view terraces, private infinity pools, and on-call butlers. The remote location keeps it far from tourist sights, but there’s little incentive to leave anyway, with a gorgeous sunbed-lined pool for lounging and laps and a powdery white beach reserved exclusively for guests. The Jara spa marries sweeping ocean views with soothing Thai massage treatments, while three excellent restaurants enable palm-shaded beachfront dining, including the Michelin-starred Pru and the resort’s famous barbecues at Seafood by Trisara." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers
60 Cherngtalay 1 Srisoonthorn Road Tambon Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions
Resort hotel · Ko Yao
"Reached by a 45-minute speedboat ride from Phuket and set on go-slow Koh Yao Noi, this resort fully delivers on the ultimate bamboo-hut-in-the-jungle fantasy. Its 56 villas are hidden on jungle-covered slopes and bays along the island’s sunrise-facing east coast, with thatched roofs, bedposts fashioned from sun-bleached driftwood, and expansive indoor-outdoor lounges built from reclaimed teak, creating a Jungle Book–chic atmosphere that never feels rough. Even the entry-level villas come with private pools, and the all-natural spa packs in a juice bar, smart-tech wellness screenings, and a blend-your-own-massage-oil alchemy lab. An all-day ice cream counter dishes out flavors like jackfruit, basil-lime, and mango, and in keeping with the Six Senses focus on sustainability, guests are encouraged to tour the resort’s organic farm and recycling center to see its green ethos in action." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers
56, Ko Yao Noi, Ko Yao District, Phang Nga 82160, Thailand Get directions
Resort hotel · Phang Nga
"Despite technically sitting in the Phang Nga region just north of Phuket, this resort lures guests who want to escape the crowds. The palm-fringed beach is a tranquil sweep of sand shared with just a few quiet-seeking travelers and some friendly dogs. Contemporary all-white beachside villas, each with large pools and separate-entrance rooms off the main living space, are ideal for groups of friends or grown-up families, while little guests have a small but sweet kids’ club with a shallow pool, slide, and activities like tie-dye T-shirt making. Relaxed beachside lunches and dinners feature comforts like burgers and curries, and the plant-based restaurant Seasons—one of the few in the region—offers a multi-course tasting menu that’s worth the trip even if you’re not staying overnight." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers
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33, Khok Kloi, Takua Thung District, Phang Nga 82140, Thailand Get directions
Resort hotel · Patong
"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
88/28, 30-33, 88 Muen-Ngern Rd, Pa Tong, Kathu District, 83150, Thailand Get directions
Resort hotel · Thalang
"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
333, Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions
Resort hotel · Thalang
"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
225 Pakhlok, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand Get directions
