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Sleek beachfront rooms, some with private pools, refined dining
33, Khok Kloi, Takua Thung District, Phang Nga 82140, Thailand Get directions
"A luxurious beach hideaway north of Phuket, offering holistic wellness programs designed for a mind-body restart."
"Strictly speaking, Aleenta Phuket is located in the Phang Nga region, just to the north of Phuket. The reason you’re here? To escape the crowds. The beach is the perfect place to do that: the palm-fringed sweep of sand is dotted with a few quiet-seeking travelers and some friendly dogs. The contemporary all-white beachside villas are the perfect rooms to make the most of the setting: with large pools and rooms each with their own entrance (separated from the main villa living space) they’re perfect for groups of friends or grown-up families. Little guests will be happy here too, with a small but sweet kids' club with a shallow pool and slide, and activities including tie-dye t-shirt making. Settle in for relaxed lunches and evening meals—think burgers or curries—at the beachside restaurant, or try the plant-based restaurant, Seasons, one of the few in the region. The chef’s multi-course tasting menu is worth the trip to Aleenta, even if you’re not staying. —Hannah Summers" - Chris Schalkx
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"Phuket’s beaches are notoriously overcrowded so a sister and brother team of locals in the know headed to the nearly deserted Natai Beach in Phang nga, one half hour drive north of Phuket International Airport to create Aleenta Resort. Their first property, on the beach outside Bangkok, was a hit with well known sun seekers like the Beckhams and this architecturally eye-catching contemporary resort promises even more pleasures. White washed standard suites are on the sand, epitomizing Aleenta’s ‘outdoor living-in’ philosophy, with floor to ceiling retractable windows that open onto private infinity pools plus tropical gardens, outdoor showers and whirlpool baths. Set back behind lemongrass stalks and lotus ponds, four duplex loft suites with soaring double height ceilings bring an urban chic to this uninterrupted 2.5 miles stretch of beach. 15 private villas have long since been sold to savvy investors; five are outfitted as spa residences for hotel guests who want to sleep, exercise and pampering to take place without leaving their private space. Pilates and yoga are the domain of an Indian yogi who rises with the sun to lead guests through downward dogs, extensive stretches or simply contemplative meditations in the sand. The waterfront four room spa incorporates the soothing waves to heal along with strong Thai massage. Worth leaving the beach for are nearby excursions like jungle safaris into the rain forest and a bevy of diving options as well as visits to the leatherback turtle rescue initiative sponsored by the hotel. Come back in time for exquisite dinners from the French chef who expertly turns out western dishes while adding a toque worthy touch to indigenous classics like pad thai. Making a barbeque grill from hollowed coconut trunk, he’s perfected the beachfront picnic by the seashore."
"Two years after successfully opening the boutique resort of Aleenta Hua Hin on Thailand's east coast, US-educated Anchalika Kijkanakorn created a stunning sister hideaway on the tranquil west coast. Situated on a pristine 10km beach a short dash from Phuket, it lies on a peaceful and refreshingly undeveloped stretch of coastline and is designed with the signature 'Outside Living In' philosophy. Sunlight and soft breezes stream through glass-fronted rooms and private pool-decks, with sea views to help you unwind. Pampering is de rigueur - expect sumptuous Thai and fusion cuisine, highly personalised service, great attention to detail and extensive spa treatments based on the 4 elements of moon, sun, earth and sea, including yoga retreats and supervised detox sessions. Once re-energised, you can charter a yacht, play golf or dive the world-class Similan Islands. This is much more than sun, sea and sand: it bills itself as 'a sanctuary of mind and body', within easy reach of Phuket's international airport. Highs This is the place for those in search of sheer spoiling relaxation and luxury; space and privacy come as standard in your villa or suiteIt's on a stunning, unspoilt and isolated beach The food is innovative and beautifully presented There are high standards of workmanship and architecture throughout, paired with up-to-the-minute amenities The staff are wonderfully dedicated Lows The resort is larger than our usual choice, with over 100 rooms, suites and villas - though the grounds and beach are easily large enough to offer plenty of space for allIt's located away from Phuket town, so no nightlife, restaurants or bars on your doorstepSuch high standards of comfort and care aren't cheap; and the resort's car service is pricey if you make lots of excursionsThe staff’s English can be variable, although the manager is providing English lessonsOnly some of the rooms can accommodate children under 12" - Michael Cullen
"Phuket’s no longer the untamed paradise it was, but a place like Aleenta proves that, if you pick your spot properly, you can still get that old desert-island feeling. Not quite the Robinson Crusoe feeling — the architecture sees to that, with urbane little villas and contemporary-styled loft suites replacing the more stereotypical thatched-roof huts — but a private and secluded feeling nonetheless." - Tablet Hotels
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