Phuket | Deluxe Hotels

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Phuket Boutique and Luxury Hotels







































From white sandy beaches to energetic nightlife, Phuket has plenty to offer for all types of travellers and sun-seekers. It has transformed from a backpacker’s paradise into a stylish, jet-set retreat, offering some of the most luxurious boutique hotels in the world. Whether you want to immerse yourself in nature, relax on pristine beaches, or indulge in Thai culture, there will always be a luxury hotel to fit your needs on the island.


COMO Point Yamu
Located at the tip of Cape Yamu, COMO Point Yamu offers exceptional views of Phang Nga Bay and the Andaman Sea. The hotel was designed by a legendary Italian interior and product designer, Paola Navone. It offers a unique expression of contemporary Thai luxury. The elegant rooms, suites, and villas are all spacious and feature hand-made elements. Some come with floor-to-ceiling windows framing jaw-dropping views. Besides the comfortable rooms and spectacular views, COMO Point Yamu also boasts a stunning infinity pool, a selection of excellent restaurants, and one of the best spas in Phuket. Whether you want to sip cocktails while watching the sunset, splash around in the infinity pools, enjoy a romantic getaway, or wind down in the fantastic spa, you will definitely experience relaxation with style. In addition, COMO Point Yamu also provides day trips around the surrounding islands and inlets by private yacht or longtail boat.

• Pricing: Start from approx. 6,900 to 39,300 THB per night.
• Address: 225 Moo7 Paklok, Paklok, Phuket, Thailand, 83110.

Keemala
Keemala is a dreamy retreat nestled amidst lush rainforest atop rolling hills overlooking the Andaman Sea and Kamala Village. With sustainability at its core, Keemala Boasts unusual architecture that will make you feel like you’re stepping into a fantasy world. The luxury hotel has an otherworldly design inspired by Thai mythology. You can choose to stay in a pear-shaped treehouse, canvas-domed tented pool villa, or the Bird’s Nest Pool Villa. All types of accommodations come with an extensive selection of modern conveniences and offer remarkable ocean views. In addition to the rustic yet lavish accommodation, Keemala also boasts a lagoon-like swimming pool with its own waterfall and a rooftop restaurant. It also has a tip-top spa called Mala Spa, which offers a range of holistic therapies. With everything that the hotel has to offer, you probably won’t want to leave it. However, there’s a free shuttle to and from the beach if you do want to explore nearby areas.

• Pricing: Start from approx 10,900 to 36,000 THB per night.
• Address: 10/88 Moo. 6 Nakasud Rd., Kathu District Phuket, Kamala, Phuket, Thailand, 83150.

The Slate
Situated at Nai Yang Beach, the magnificent Slate Hotel faces a private strip of silken sand with a beautiful palm grove. This luxury hotel is all about enchanting design. Bill Bensley, a Thailand-based architect, blends contemporary elements with the history of Phuket as a spot for tin mining. Each room and suite in the hotel are surrounded by tropical gardens, allowing you to treat your eyes with intense natural beauty. The Slate offers 3 magnificent swimming pools, with jacuzzis, a waterfall, and swim-up bars. The hotel also provides monastery visits, Thai cooking classes, bike tours, sand-in-the-toes dining, daily kids’ club, and an amazing spa. Whether you stay with your family or your loved one, The Slate offers a tranquil getaway from your busy life.

• Pricing: Start from approx. 4,200 to 26,500 THB per night.
• Address: Nai Yang Beach & National Park, Amphur Thalang, Naiyang, Phuket, Thailand.

Trisara
Trisara means “Third Garden in Heaven” in Sanskrit, which perfectly describes this enchanting hotel. Set on the hills to the northwest of Phuket, this luxury hotel is wrapped in a tropical forest and lush, exotic gardens. It’s truly a sanctuary for all of the senses and the perfect place for those who want to rejuvenate. It offers 48 spacious pool villas with ocean views and 2 to 6-bedroom private residences. All villas and residences are designed with luxurious interiors and Thai-inspired decors. Besides the wonderful rooms, you can also enjoy any food your heart desires at the hotel’s top-class restaurant or pamper yourself at the beautiful spa. In addition, there’s a fantastic 45-metre swimming pool along the beachfront, where you can escape the tropical heat. To help you explore the local neighbourhood, there are cruises and excursions available as well.

• Pricing: Start from approx. 17,400 to 46,000 THB per night.
• Address: 60/1 Moo 6, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherngtalay, Talang, Layan, Phuket, Thailand.

Rosewood Phuket
The last hotel on our list is the Rosewood Hotel. It’s a family-friendly tropical beach hideaway made for fun in the sun, unforgettable cocktail-fueled nights, and fantastic spa pampering. It has an innovative design with subtle Thai influences, which blends perfectly with its enchanting surroundings. Each room is designed for comfort, relaxation, and entertainment. Therefore, you can enjoy luxury island living with the best style and amenities. Also, it’s a great place to stay if you’re environmentally conscious because the hotel incorporates various ecologically sound methods, including a rainwater collection. The swimming pool in Rosewood Phuket is impressive. It has several different sections, such as a kids’ section, a sporty section for those who want to work out, and a quiet section for lovebirds. In addition, this luxury hotel also has an excellent spa. Designed to be a sanctuary for wellness, the spa features treatment rooms, yoga areas, a herb laboratory, and a wide range of spa rituals.

• Pricing: Start from approx. 19,000 to 136,000 THB per night.
• Address: 88/28 Muen-Ngern Road, Patong, Kathu, Patong, Phuket, Thailand, 83150.

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Club Med Phuket Reopening



After closing its doors for over two years since the Covid-19 pandemic struck, Club Med Phuket is now back in business. The resort reopened yesterday following efforts to clean up the area and bring back tourists. The island province’s Vice Governor Pichet, who attended the reopening, said the reopening should help Phuket’s disheveled tourism economy.

“Club Med is known around the world. This will also indirectly urge Thai Airways to begin daily flights from Bangkok”.

The VP added that even though Covid-19 has hurt tourism, environmental and natural attractions have recovered. Club Med Phuket is located on Kata beach, one of Phuket’s areas most devastated by Covid-19. Shops have gone unkept due to an almost complete lack of tourists. Officials finally announced an upcoming seafood festival on the beach earlier this month, which they said will last from March 19-20. Like the Club Med reopening, the festival also aimed to bring back tourists to the beach.

Phuket’s economy has been ripped apart by Covid-19. The island province relies heavily on tourism for income, and the number of tourists plummeted from 14,800 a day on average in 2019 to 500 a day on average in 2021. At one point, the average monthly income in Phuket fell to 1,961 baht per month.

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Phuket Centara Resort Reopening




















































Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, announces the much-anticipated reopening of Centara Karon Resort Phuket on 1 April 2022. Located a short walk from Karon Beach, Centara Karon Resort Phuket is widely acclaimed as one of Thailand’s best family resorts. Consistently ranked as one of Tripadvisor’s Best Family Hotels, it provides the ultimate in family entertainment, but it is also a perfect relaxation and play space for couples, groups and solo travellers.

The resort offers a comprehensive range of facilities including three swimming pool areas with separate children’s pools, waterfalls and waterslides. SPA Cenvaree offers rejuvenating treatments for singles and couples and features steam rooms and Jacuzzi spas. Youngsters have their own supervised Kids’ Club, Camp Safari, and a hangout zone for teenagers, E-Zone.

Centara Karon Resort also offers an exciting choice for all tastes, including Thai, Asian and international cuisines, along with themed dinners in the evenings at Lotus Restaurant. Azure enjoys a beautiful setting beside the Lagoon pool and serves modern Italian favourites, while The Mix transforms from a coffee corner during the day into an evening lounge bar with great music, live sports, cocktails and refreshments.

Fully vaccinated travellers arriving from overseas can enjoy a Test & Go quarantine-free visit to Thailand following the government policy of a negative RT-PCR test result on the day of arrival. Guests travelling to Phuket are required to book an RT-PCR test directly when applying for a Thailand Pass.

More information on international arrivals in Thailand can be found on the following Website

Guests enjoy peace of mind when staying with Centara Hotels & Resorts as the group continues to follow strict safety protocols and adhere to certified health and hygiene procedures with the comprehensive Centara Complete Care programme across all its properties. Test & Go packages at Centara Karon Resort Phuket start from THB 4,380++ per person per night in a Deluxe Pool View Room, inclusive of secure transfer from Phuket International Airport to the resort and roundtrip transfers to the medical centre for RT-PCR testing on arrival.

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NEW: Banyan Tree Veya Resort Phuket





















































Banyan Tree Hotels - one of the world’s leading independent hospitality groups - launched a new wellbeing brand The Banyan Tree Veya, in March 2022

The flagshipBanyan Tree Veya Phuket is a wellbeing-centred resort that offers bespoke programmes emphasising what the brand calls ’embodiment therapies’, built on Banyan Tree’s proprietary eight pillars of wellbeing. Veya means ‘to weave’ and provides the safe space to integrate your own path to wellbeing. The Veya experience is led by certified multidisciplinary wellbeing hosts around a 3-step protocol of Awareness, Discovery, and Sustenance. Created in direct response to the Covid-19 pandemic, Banyan Tree Veya aims to address a world with an urgent need for reconnecting mind and body on a daily basis. “With our hyper-stimulated modern life, our nervous systems cannot truly relax and, therefore, rest; chronic stress erodes our natural immunity and regenerative capacity. Our ethos #OwnYourPresence guides our mission of inspiring individuals’ to travel inwards and become conscious of how their daily actions, thoughts, and emotions interact with their physical being,” says Ms Ho Ren Yung, Senior Vice President, Brand and Commercial of Banyan Tree Group.

The Veya Experience
The Veya journey begins with a private consultation with the wellbeing hosts, who are certified and trained in eastern medicine, naturopathy and coaching. After an assessment against the brand’s codified wellbeing approach, a personalised itinerary is created aligned to each guest’s needs and priorities, centred on embodiment therapies and somatic practices.

• Mindfulness practices:
  Classes such as Ocean Breath and Conscious Grounding raise sensory awareness through breathwork, sound therapy and guided imagery meditation techniques in natural environments.
• Somatic movement:
  Intuitive forms of dance, yoga and classes such as balance and stability release chronic tension patterns and calm the nervous system.
• Weightless:
  A new range of signature therapies unique to Veya – combining rehabilitative floatation with body stretch massage techniques and meditational sound therapy into a restorative sensory experience.
• Lifestyle learning:
  Workshops introducing wellbeing rituals into daily life, such as creative therapies, integrative nutrition, and classes such as Positive Resilience help guests bring the retreat experience home.

Luxury Accommodation
Designed for optimal rest, the villas feature organic cotton bed linen, a choice of pillows, black-out curtains, nightly aromatherapy, sleep light and music. Each villa comes fully equipped to enable wellbeing practices in the privacy of the own room, with amenities including a wellbeing minibar, yoga mats, sound therapy bowls, exercise stretch bands and more.

Veya Cuisine
Veya showcases plant-forward cuisine that weaves together Asian and Mediterranean influences in a creative, flexitarian approach that respects ingredient provenance. Menu signatures include bowls broths and reinterpreted iconic local dishes around a Fuel-Balance-Repair daily sequence. Resident ‘Nutrition Sommeliers’ assist guests in curating a tailored menu during their stay to fulfil dietary needs and preferences.

The Experience
Banyan Tree Veya Phuket offers a lush enclave within Laguna Phuket, a distinct and tranquil location within the Banyan Tree Phuket resort and a few minutes’ walk from Bangtao Beach. Veya guests will enjoy exclusive access to a Wellbeing Center featuring Thailand’s first-ever White Room for sensory detox and meditative practice and a traditional herb farm-pharmacy workshop opening soon. Flexible Veya credits allow further customisation of guest wellbeing journeys with options to use for spa, private classes, dining and retail products. A journey reflection consultation is offered before departure, followed by personalised programs and lifestyle practices to continue their wellbeing journey in their daily lives. “The pandemic has brought unprecedented stress and trauma to our generation, the full impact of which remains to be fully assessed. However, many of us are reassessing our purpose and approach in life. The Banyan Tree Veya team of resident wellbeing specialists and external experts aim to guide, encourage and celebrate with our guests in discovering this new conscious way of living,” says Wellbeing Senior Assistant Vice President, Executive Director Lee Woon Hoe.

Opening Specials
For a limited time only, travellers can enjoy Banyan Tree Veya Phuket’s opening offer for a three-night package at THB38,400 with THB20,000 Veya exclusive credit per villa for two persons.

Veya Experience inclusions

• Accommodation in a Veya Pool Villa well-designed for rest and restoration.
• Private wellbeing assessment, mapping and consultation.
• Bespoke wellbeing itinerary from curated group wellbeing activity calendar.
• Daily rituals and mindful practices to centre the mind and body.
• 25% discount on private sessions, spa treatments, retail purchases and outlet dining.
• End of stay experience reflection and consultation.
• Personalised take-home guide to support home practice.

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The brand new Deluxe Resort - Sinae Phuket

Stepping off the plane at Phuket international airport, we were immediately greeted by the soft tropical breeze and a feeling of overtaking happiness. Making our way outside, we were mesmerised by the beautiful Thai language which made its way to every inch of our bodies. As my feet hit the outside of the airport, my eyes lay on a well dressed and polite looking driver. The ride to Sinae Phuket was made up of beautiful scenery that involved us in the breathtaking nature of Phuket. The palm trees hung from each side and the sun eliminated any dark spots, making this island a picture perfect paradise. The perfect combination of Thai traditional houses allowed the incredible culture of Thailand to find a special place in my heart. As we took a turn followed by the next we finally halted to a stop, and just by looking out the slightly tinted window it was clear, I was at my destination. A large beautiful sign of ‘Sinae’ greeted me at the near bottom of the hill, a real entrance for a luxury hotel in thailand. It was as if a sign to let me know “your adventure has just begun.”


Our room: Large, luxurious setting designed surrounded by nature
As soon as we stepped outside onto our private patio, we were greeted with the sight of a glittering infinity pool that seemed to mix perfectly with the width of the ocean, surrounded by bushes of trees that made it feel like we were living in a forest. Our duplex pool villa was a completion of a luxurious and tranquil view of life, finished up with tasteful furnishing touches, and filled with rich lush colors. The gorgeous Andaman sea was visible via enormous, spotless glass doors, which turned the lovely island of Phuket into our very own work of art. Keeping our curtains slightly open, we got to start every day with the mesmerizing painted skies of the island and blue ocean. No better way to start our days. A plump king sized bed stood opposite of the glass doors. A king sized bed, and softest mattress all made perfect for lazy mornings, and satisfactory levels of night rests. Crisp linens and slush like pillows lined the bed, making nights perfect for snuggling up sessions and movies in bed. In the evenings, we enjoyed the convenience of the regularly refilled mini bar, which offered a selection of chilled beverages and light snacks. It was the perfect complement to our evenings spent lounging by our own private pool, savoring the tranquility of the surroundings. The attention to detail made our phuket villa resorta haven of comfort and indulgence. It provided the perfect backdrop for creating lasting memories and cherishing moments of relaxation and serenity. The villa was a perfect Phuket resort for couples.

Taste of the music: Captivating melodies to local live music
We sat at a table overlooking the vast expanse of the captivating evening Andaman sea, mesmerized by the rhythmic dance of the waves. The decor at SAI BISTRO & BAR was gorgeous and opulent, with soft lighting casting a warm glow and fostering an atmosphere that was both private and enchanting. As the sun set over the beautiful island off Phuket we were captivated by the enchanting sound of Live music in phuket. Our attention shifted from the exquisite and delectable food, to the live music accompanying us through the breathtaking night. The musicians’ melodies and harmonies were woven together to create a beautiful ambiance because they were talented and enthusiastic. The flavor of expertly prepared grilled steak and carefully chosen wine produced the ideal pairing for a luxurious experience that left us yearning for more. The Thai songs evoked a sense of cultural richness and depth that could never be described by words, transporting us to the heart of Thailand’s musical heritage. The lyrics, even if we didn’t understand all of them, conveyed emotions that transcended any language barriers, resonating with us on a deeper level. Thai and English songs intertwine leaving us in awe and lurking for more. Though the Thai music was new and refreshing, having English and well known international songs playing made the stay feel homelike. This Phuket resort for couples left a sense of romantic atmosphere lingering in the air far after the music was over, letting the final moments of our day feel unique and personal.

Delectable taste buds : Enjoying the otherworldly food options
We were given the option of enjoying our floating breakfast in the privacy of our opulent duplex pool villa or venturing outside to enjoy a delectable breakfast at the resort. We chose the former and awaited the swift delivery of our meal outside our door with anticipation. We made our way outside and settled ourselves by the pool, allowing our feet to dangle in the crystal-clear water, enjoying the view of Phuket’s painted skies surrounded by lush greenery. As we savored each bite, the combination of delectable flavors yet a light and filling meal created an ideal opening to our day. Breakfast at a Phuket villa resort definitely is a memory worth cherishing. As we went on to explore this luxury resort in Phuket, we made our way to the top of the hill where we treated ourselves to a drink from Starbucks, enjoying the refreshments while looking over the beauties of the island. As lunch rolled around we trotted down the resort’s restaurant, Sai Bistro & bar for the second time. Upon entering, we took a moment to peruse their exclusive menu, which boasted an array of options. Our attention was quickly pulled to their delectable grilled meats and fresh selection of seafood when they enticed us with their alluring fragrances. We looked into the upscale and enticing selection of beverages, including carefully chosen refreshing drinks, to complement our meals. Given the vast assortment of culinary delights available, we were confident that our experience will surpass any expectations set, we were right. The view of the beautiful midday ocean set the stage for a truly remarkable dining experience. The food at the resort definitely lands it a place as one of the best resorts in Thailand creating some of the best dining Phuket experiences.


Luxury of the spa
Our days were filled to the brim with activities leaving no room for boredom. We spent at least an hour in the well-equipped gym every morning, enjoying physical activity amidst the opulent surroundings of lovely marble walls and a large liberating mood. Our desire for movement expanded beyond the marble walls of the gym as we seeked for more, and thankfully Sinae, the luxury resort in Phuket was more than prepared to accommodate our needs. Making our way to the pristine pool we enjoyed countless hours cooling off from the thailand heat, enjoying the moments in the perfect temperature of the water.After wearing out our mussels we treated ourselves to an experience at the sindh spa. Intrigued by the soothing aroma of body masks and scrub treatments that permeated the air, we eagerly made our way to the spa. As we settled onto a couple treatments. We chose from a variety of options to create our perfect 90 minute experience. We surrender ourselves to the capable hands of the skilled therapists, and allowed the tension to melt away as we immersed ourselves in a state of pure tranquility.Thai massage, the best type of massage, was administered by the trained hands. Our bodies felt much less tense even before the session was over. Thai massage significantly improves how light we feel in our bodies. We enjoyed fulfilling days and returned to our room with the perfect energy to enjoy the final peaceful moments.

Our stay at Sinae Phuket ignited a newfound love for Thai cuisine and culture, a passion for live music in Phuket, and a treasure filled chest of cherished memories. A must visit and definitely a place I wouldn’t hesitate to return to. As the best resort in Thailand, it provided us with an exceptional experience that surpassed all expectations. The resort’s vibrant atmosphere also offered us the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the lively music scene of Phuket. From vibrant local bands to talented musicians performing live, we were enthralled by the captivating melodies that filled the air. The combination of excellent music and a vibrant atmosphere created an unforgettable experience. I would unquestionably suggest Sinae Phuket as a Phuket resort for couples, for those seeking a romantic break that would strengthen relationships.