"There are only a few hotels of note on Phuket’s sunrise-facing east coast, with COMO Point Yamu being the brightest of the bunch—and in our opinion, one of the best hotels in all of Thailand. Set on the tip of Cape Yamu, this wellness-focused place balances out its straight-lined design with inherently Thai touches (gorgeous Buddhist artworks among them) and a pinch of Mediterranean flair courtesy of Italian designer Paola Navone. Rooms are sleek, done up in crisp whites and electric-blue hues, and have fabulous views over Phang Nga Bay. There is no direct beach access, but COMO's swish beach club, set on a semi-private islet some 20 minutes away, more than makes up for that—as does the stunning 330-foot pool." - Chris Schalkx