13 Best Hotels in Phuket, Thailand
"Homegrown hotels generally play second fiddle to the big-brand-name digs on Phuket, but Sala Phuket is a notable exception. Don’t let its location near the airport turn you off—noise from planes is minimal, and the wonderfully deserted Mai Khao beach on its doorstep is one of the island's prettiest. There are a handful of balcony suites, but the pool villas are the ones to book. Each is a white-washed sanctuary accentuated by shades of taupe, grey, and Portuguese-tiled, open-air bathrooms that reference the island’s trade history. The SALA Spa has a great reputation, as does the restaurant—order the fragrant beef-cheek curry with mushrooms and betel leaves." - Chris Schalkx
