What are the best hotels in Phuket?
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- What are the best hotels in Phuket?
- Best Hotels in Patong and nearby
- 1. Holiday Inn Phuket Resort
- 2. Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach
- 3. BYD Lofts
- 4. Hotel Indigo Phuket Patong
- 5. Le Meridien Phuket Resort
- 6. Phuket Marriott Merlin Beach
- 7. Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong
- 8. Kalima Resort
- 9. Amari Phuket
- 10. Baan Laimai
- Best Hotels in Kata Beach and Kata Noi
- 1. The Shore at Katathani
- 2. Kata Rocks
- 3. Katathani Beach Resort
- 4. Mom Tri’s Villa Royale
- Hotels in Karon Beach
- 1. Avista Grande Phuket Karon – MGallery
- 2. Centara Grand Beach Resort
- Hotels in Kamala Beach and Surin
- 1. Intercontinental Phuket Resort
- 2. The Surin Phuket
- 3. Twinpalms Phuket
- 4. Hyatt Regency Phuket
- Hotels in Bang Tao Beach
- 1. Banyan Tree Phuket
- 2. SAii Laguna Phuket
- 3. Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket
- 4. Hilton Garden Inn Phuket Bang Tao
- Hotels in Maikhao Beach and North Phuket
- 1. Trisara
- 2. Renaissance Phuket Resort
- 3. Sala Phuket Resort
- 4. The Slate
- 5. Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang
- 6. Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon
- 7. Maikhao Dream Resort
- Hotels on other beaches
- 1. The Nai Harn
- 2. Sri Panwa
- Hotels in Phuket Town and nearby
- 1. Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town
- 2. The Memory at On On Hotel
- 3. Noku Phuket
- 4. Westin Siray Bay Resort
- Hotels on nearby islands
- 1. The Racha Resort
- 2. Six Senses Yao Noi
- Fast Facts about Phuket Hotels
- Best hotels on other beaches of Phuket
- Some of Phuket’s best hotels, seen from above
- FAQs about the Best Hotels in Phuket
Here are the best hotels in Phuket we love the most. We stayed at all those hotels without informing in advance to get a real experience, and by doing so, we experienced them just like any of you would and would recommend any without hesitation. Selecting a great hotel in Phuket is part of your holiday and will be a memory you will bring back home. Many of them are near the sea and the beach because this seems to be one of the most important selection factors when booking accommodation. These hotels might not appear cheap, but they all have personality, high service quality, and unique features and offer a great experience.
Best Hotels in Patong and nearby
To make it easy to find the one for you, we sorted the list of Phuket Hotels by beaches:
1. Holiday Inn Phuket Resort
Holiday Inn Phuket benefits from a strategic location for travellers who want to get the best of Patong: the beach is just across the street, the city centre with Jungceylon Shopping Centre is within walking distance, and Bangla Walking Street, known for the massive choice of nightlife activities is just a short walk away.
Just next to the hotel are plenty of restaurants, spas and shops to enjoy. The popular OTOP night market, Hooters and Hard Rock Cafe are just across the back street, yet the atmosphere is surprisingly quiet once inside the resort. The hotel features three large swimming pools with a beautiful pool bar. The rooms are well-designed, including some pool access in the Busakorn Wing. Read more
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| The Beach | The hotel is just across the street from the large and beautiful beach of Partong. You can rent beach chairs with umbrellas, and drinks vendors. Jet skis and parasailing are easily available.The beach can get very busy in this area. |
| The Hotel | 4-star with 2 wings: the Main Wing and the Busakorn Wing, 388 rooms, including pool access rooms. |
| The Facilities | 3 swimming pools. 3 restaurants, 1 bar and a large pool bar. Great Kids club and fitness room. |
| What's Around? | The hotel is facing the beach and just 1 km from Bangla Walking Street, which is great for nightlife. There are 2 night market nearby and a lot of small restaurants, bars and convenience stores. |
| Who is it for? | Travellers who want everything near, especially active nightlife and don't mind staying in a busy area. |
| Worth Noticing | Great for party and beach, but not for a romantic holiday. |
| Price | Good value for such location |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map |
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Location: Patong Beach
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 4
Distance to the Beach: across the street
Distance from the airport: 36 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 14 km
Distance to Patong Center: 1.6 km
Bookings: see the rates
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2. Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach
Four Points by Sheraton Phuket is a new and modern resort just across the street from Patong’s best part of the beach and is a short distance from the famous Bangla Walking Street, the heart of Patong Nightlife. The hotel is bright and the layout attractive, and it has all the features and outlets to please a wide range of travellers.
The rooms are large and designed with the user in mind, with a good sitting area and all the facilities and amenities you need to enjoy the comfort of your room. The restaurants are also vast but cosy; the rooftop has a fancy bar, and a swimming pool with a view of the sea across the street is always popular. There are two other immense pools, including many pool access rooms. Read more
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| The Beach | The beach is just across the street from the hotel and is nicer and more quiet than other parts of Patong. |
| The Hotel | The hotel is a modern u-shape multi-storey building with 600 rooms and 6 room types. |
| The Facilities | 2 swimming pools, a fitness, a spa, 2 restaurants, a pool bar and a rooftop bar overlooking the beach. |
| What's Around? | The hotel is 1.2 km from Bangla Walking Street and 3 km from Jungceylon shopping mall. |
| Who is it for? | Couples and friends who want to stay at walking distance from Patong nightlife, but in a quiet and beautiful environment. |
| Worth Noticing | Overall an excellent value for money hotel, with excellent restaurants on the best part of Patong Beach. |
| Price | Affordable |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map |
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Location: Patong Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 5
Rooms: 600
Distance from the beach: across the street
to Patong city centre: 1.2 km
from Phuket Airport: 37 km
to Phuket Town: 14 km
Booking and rates: see the rates
3. BYD Lofts
BYD Lofts Boutique Hotel & Serviced Apartments is a popular residence located in the heart of Patong Beach, at a short walking distance from the beach, offering a blend of boutique hotel and serviced apartments.
The property features stylish and spacious suites with modern amenities, kitchens, and private balconies. Guests can indulge in the rooftop swimming pool, spa, and an on-site restaurant serving international and Thai cuisine. Its central location provides easy access to the beach, vibrant nightlife, and shopping. BYD Lofts is known for its comfort, convenience, and urban sophistication in the heart of Patong Beach.
Location: Patong Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the Beach: 400 m
Distance from the airport: 35 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 12 km
Distance to Patong Center (Soi Bangla): 1 km
4. Hotel Indigo Phuket Patong
Hotel Indigo Phuket Patong is a compact luxury hotel with a convenient location in Patong, just a few minutes walk from the beach and the famous Bangla Walking Street. The hotel features a rooftop pool, fitness centre, spa, and a restaurant serving Thai and international cuisine. The hotel’s prime location makes it a popular choice for tourists who want to enjoy the nightlife and shopping of Patong Beach, as well as the beautiful beaches and natural attractions of Phuket. Read more
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| The Beach | The beach is just 300 m from the hotel and is wide with soft sand. Street food, drinks and beach massage available. |
| The Hotel | 5-star hotel, with 180 rooms, including pool access rooms. |
| The Facilities | 1 rooftop swimming pool and one pool for pool access room. 2 restaurants, |
| What's Around? | The hotel is just 300 m from Bangla Walking Street, which is great for nightlife and beach the next day. |
| Who is it for? | Travellers who want everything near, especially active nightlife but prefer a quiet area not far from the beach. |
| Worth Noticing | The rooftop pool can be busy and the loungers in the water are always occupied. |
| Price | Good value for this location. |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map 📍 |
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Location: Patong Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the Beach: 300 m
Distance from the airport: 37 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 14 km
Distance to Patong Center (Soi Bangla): 300 m
5. Le Meridien Phuket Resort
Le Meridien Phuket is one of the few hotels in Phuket with a private beach, and Karon Noi (sometimes called Relax Bay) is one of the Best Beaches in Phuket! The sand is soft and white, and the sea has a superb clear blue colour, yet it never gets busy because it is exclusively reserved for Le Meridien Phuket’s guests.
While this luxury hotel is secluded in a sandy cove surrounded by green hills, it is very close to Patong (3km), Karon Beach (3km) and Kata Beach, offering a strategic hideaway for relaxation, exploration and even partying. With a staggering 4,700 sqm, the swimming pool is one of the largest in Phuket. Guests can enjoy ten restaurants and bars, a cool beach club, a spa, a huge fitness centre, a kids club and many shops. Read more
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| The Beach | Fantastic beach: Direct access to Karon Noi, an immense private beach with superb white sand and clear water |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort, 417 rooms and 57 suites, with full or partial beach views |
| The Facilities | 9 restaurants and a massive pool. Spa, Huge fitness, watersports |
| What's Around? | Nothing around the hotel itself but Patong and Karon are easy to reach in minutes. |
| Who is it for? | Great for everyone, especially families. Suitable for couples who want to enjoy a superb beach and still be able to reach Patong for party and nightlife easily. |
| Worth Noticing | The resort is immense so it’s not exactly an intimate hotel. The pool is also the largest in Phuket. |
| Price | A bit high, but the beach is worth it. |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map 📍 |
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Location: Karon Noi Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1 pool (4,700 sqm)
Restaurants and bars: 10
Distance to the Beach: On the beach!
Distance from the airport: 39 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 3 km
Distance to Karon Beach: 3 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 18 km
6. Phuket Marriott Merlin Beach
Phuket Marriott Resort Merlin Beach is a 5-star hotel with a unique location on Merlin Beach in Phuket. It is just a few kilometres south of the busy Patong, in superb and quiet surroundings, standing across a large garden from its own hidden beach.
Marriott Merlin Beach Resort is a 400-room hotel with three immense swimming pools, built on vast land surrounded by hills and a few more beaches nearby. The beach is beautiful, and while it is not great for swimming, it is one of the best in this part of the island for snorkelling. Read more
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| The Beach | The hotel is right on a beautiful semi-private beach, great to relax but not great for swimming. |
| The Hotel | 5-star beachfront hotel. |
| The Facilities | 8 restaurants and bars and 3 immense swimming pools. Spa, fitness, Kids club, snorkelling and diving. |
| What's Around? | A few nice panoramic restaurants near the hotel. Beautiful setting for lunch or dinner. |
| Who is it for? | Traveller who want a quiet location with a beautiful beach, at a short driving distance to the popular Patong Beach. |
| Worth Noticing | While the beach is not great for swimming, it is great for snorkeling and there is another good beach across the street. |
| Price | Good value for money |
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Location: Merlin Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 3 pools
Restaurants and bars: 5
Distance to the closest beach: On the beach
Distance from the airport: 40 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 19 km
Distance to Patong City Center: 4.2 km
Bookings: See the rates
7. Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong
Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong is a luxury resort nestled in the hills overlooking Patong Beach. It’s a peaceful retreat for travellers who want to relax while still being close to Patong’s nightlife. The resort offers comfortable rooms, three beautiful pools a spa. The hotel features two rooftop restaurants, including the excellent Tambu Restaurant, which is a must-try. The hotel location strikes a balance between tranquillity and access to Patong’s lively scene, making it a perfect choice for those seeking both relaxation and entertainment. Read more
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| The Beach | The famous beach of Patong is 3 km from the hotel and there are 4 beautiful small beaches nearby. |
| The Hotel | 5-Star Resort |
| The Facilities | 3 pools, 3 restaurants, a bar, 2 pool bars, and a rooftop bar. |
| What's Around? | The hotel is on top of a secluded hill and there are no restaurants or activities next to the hotel, just a couple of convenience stores and scooter rentals. There are 4 hidden beaches and Patong Beach centre is just 3 km away. |
| Who is it for? | Good for couples and travellers who want to be in a quiet area which many small beaches around and at a short distance from the famous nightlife of Patong. |
| Worth Noticing | The two rooftop restaurants are excellent, especilally Tambu, a fantastic Indian restaurant! |
| Price | Reasonable |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map 📍 |
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Address: 39, 9 Muen-Ngern Rd, Tambon Patong, Amphur Kathu, Phuket 83150
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 3 restaurants, 2 bars
Distance to the beach: 1 km to Tri Trang Beach, 3 km to Patong Beach
Distance to Bangla Walking Street: 3 km
Distance from the airport: 38 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 17 km
Bookings: See the rates
8. Kalima Resort
Kalima Resort is a hotel built on a hill with a fantastic panoramic view of the immense bay of Patong Beach. With such a unique location, guests can enjoy the sights and the strategic location within minutes of Patong without traffic inconvenience. There is no beach in front of the hotel, but the beautiful Kamala, Laem Singh and Surin Beach are just a short ride away. Read more
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| Closest Beaches | Patong is 3.5 km south and Kamala 5 km north. |
| The Hotel | 5-star hotel. |
| The Facilities | The hotel has 3 restaurants, an immense rooftop bar and a pool bar. |
| What's Around? | The hotel is quite isolated, half way between Patong and Kamala beaches |
| Who is it for? | People who prefer value for money without being near the beach. |
| Worth Noticing | While the hotel is far form beaches, it is greatly popular. The rooftop is great! |
| Price | Great value for money |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map |
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Location: Near Kalim Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 3 pools
Restaurants and bars: 1
Distance to the closest beach: Patong Beach 2.5 km, Kamala Beach 4.5 km
Distance from the airport: 28 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 14 km
Distance to Patong City Center: 3.6 km
Bookings: See the rates
9. Amari Phuket
Amari Phuket is one of the rare resorts benefiting from a unique location in Patong Beach. A short tuk-tuk ride (1.5 km) will take you to the heart of Patong, where you can party all night if you want to and enjoy a quiet day on the hotel beach the day after. The hotel has a small private beach and is excellent for snorkelling. Divided into three wings, all the rooms and villas offer ocean views of the entire bay of Patong.
The resort has three swimming pools and an excellent spa, and the romantic seaside restaurant La Gritta serves excellent Italian cuisine. The service at Amari is known to be spotless and always friendly. Located near the hotel, guests can explore no less than four other hidden or little-known beaches: Paradise Beach, Tri Trang, Merlin Beach and the superb Freedom Beach. Read more
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| Who is it for? | Couples and friends who want to stay at short distance from Patong nightlife, but in a quiet and and beautiful environment. |
| The Beach | The private beach is small and somewhat rocky. Not great for swimming but suitable for snorkelling. |
| The Hotel | 4-star hotel, with 380 rooms and Club Suites |
| The Facilities | 2 bars and 2 restaurants: ‘La Gritta’ (Italian) and ‘Rim Talay’ (Thai, International). Great Spa and a small fitness. 3 swimming pools |
| What's Around? | Not much around the resort but Patong Beach is just a short Tuk-Tuk ride away, with endless restaurants, clubs and shopping malls |
| Worth Noticing | No private pool rooms |
| Price | Affordable |
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Location: Patong Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 2 bars and 3 restaurants
Distance to the Beach: on its small private beach
Distance from the airport: 38 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 16 km
Distance to Patong Center: 1.6 km
Bookings: See the rates
10. Baan Laimai
Baan Lamai Beach Resort and Spa is a popular hotel on Patong Beach in Phuket, with a strategic location just across the street from the beach and 500 meters from the famous Bangla Road nightlife. It’s perfect for those who want an active holiday and vibrant nightlife, as well as a beautiful beach to relax on during the day. There are plenty of activities available nearby, so you may not need to rent a vehicle. Read more
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| The Beach | The beach is just across the street and is beautiful, but can get very busy in this area. |
| The Hotel | 4-star hotel, with 228 rooms, including pool access rooms. |
| The Facilities | 2 swimming pools, a fitness, a spa, 2 restaurants, and a pool bar. |
| What's Around? | The hotel is just 500 m from Bangla Walking Street, which is great for nightlife and beach the next day. |
| Who is it for? | Travellers who want everything near, especially active nightlife and don't mind staying in a busy area. |
| Worth Noticing | Great for party, but not for a romantic holiday. |
| Price | Affordable |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map |
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Location: Patong Beach
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the Beach: across the street
Distance from the airport: 36 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 15 km
Distance to Patong Center: 500 m
Bookings: See the rates
Best Hotels in Kata Beach and Kata Noi
1. The Shore at Katathani
The Shore at Katathani is one of the best hotels in Phuket, combining the ingredients for a perfect romantic escape. From the luxury of a private infinity swimming pool in large villas, guests can enjoy a panoramic ocean view of the white sandy beach of the famous Kata Noi Beach. The villas are beautifully designed with an entire front glass wall that slides away to reveal and admire the sunsets and walk directly from the bed to the pool.
At the feet of the hotel, the secluded Kata Noi Beach was once voted one of the best beaches in Asia. The Shore features an excellent restaurant, a spa and countless small details that make a truly unforgettable holiday, including a beautiful round chapel on the top of the hotel hill. Read more
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| Location 📍 | Kata Noi Beach |
| The Beach ⛱️ | Superb beach: Direct access to Kata Noi, one of the most beautiful beaches in Phuket. |
| The Hotel 🛏️ | A 5-star resort, 50 villas, all with private infinity pool, and sea views from your bed! |
| The Facilities | 1 restaurant/bar by the beach with a great setting for breakfast, an excellent spa, fitness, and even a panoramic wedding chapel at top of the hotel hill. Guests can also enjoy the restaurants at the Katathani Resort next door. |
| What's Around | Some Thai restaurants and shops in the street nearby plus many sunset restaurants on the hill above the hotel. Kata Beach is a short drive away. |
| Who is it for? | Perfect for couples who can afford the rate and want to enjoy the privacy of their pool villa, with views and a superb beach. |
| Worth Noticing | Very expensive and always fully booked, so book early! |
| Price | Very high |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map 📍 |
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Location: Kata Noi Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1 main pool + all pool villas
Restaurants and bars: 1
Distance to the Beach: On the beach!
Distance from the airport: 48 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 17 km
Distance to Kata City Center: 2.5 km
Bookings: See the rates
2. Kata Rocks
Kata Rocks is best known for its iconic sunset view from the infinity pool in front of the restaurant. All the immense Sky Villas come with ocean views, private swimming pools and state-of-the-art designer concepts. While you probably will spend most of your time in the luxury of your hi-tech villa, remember that the restaurant, wine cellar and spa are all award-winning features. Kata Rocks is located on a hill and within a short distance of the beautiful and sandy Kata Beach. Read more
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Location: Kata Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1 main pool + private pools in all villas
Restaurants and bars: 1
Distance to the closest beach: 850 m
Distance from the airport: 47 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 15 km
Bookings: See the rates
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3. Katathani Beach Resort
Katathani Beach Resort is a top-rated and affordable hotel located in Kata Noi, one of the most beautiful beaches in the south of Phuket. Built along a 450 meters beach, this large but very well-designed hotel can afford to offer a surprisingly large amount of rooms with real sea views. Guests can also enjoy six swimming pools in the garden between the hotel and the beach and many excellent on-site restaurants. Read more
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| The Beach | Superb Beach: vast and beautiful with soft sand and clear water, not crowded. |
| The Hotel | 5-star hotel, 478 rooms, 218 of them are facing the sea but across the garden. |
| The Facilities | 6 restaurants, 4 bars, 6 swimming pools, spa, Kids Club, fitness. |
| What's Around? | Several local restaurants, some convenience stores and shops are just behind the hotel. Don’t miss the panoramic restaurants on the hill above the hotel. |
| Who is it for? | Suitable for everyone who want an amazing beach and is not interested in shopping or nightlife, especially families! |
| Worth Noticing | There are 2 wings: the Thani Wing and the Bhuri Wing: only the Thani wing is facing the sea, so choose wisely! |
| Price | A bit pricey in high season. |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map 📍 |
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Location: Kata Noi Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 6 pools
Restaurants and bars: 6
Distance to the Beach: On the beach!
Distance from the airport: 47 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 16 km
Distance to Kata Beach: 1.5 km
Bookings: See the rates
4. Mom Tri’s Villa Royale
We stayed several times at the unique Villa Royale on Kata Noi Beach. The concept is very original, as part of the hotel was a private house owned by a famous Thai architect, and each suite in the hotel offers a different experience. One of the suites even comes with a wine cellar inside a rock. Villa Royale is just above the beautiful Kata Noi Beach and features one of the most romantic restaurants in Phuket. Read more
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Location: Kata Noi Beach
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 2 pools
Restaurants and bars: 1
Distance to the closest beach: 150 m
Distance from the airport: 47 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 12 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 15 km
Bookings: See the rates
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Hotels in Karon Beach
1. Avista Grande Phuket Karon – MGallery
Avista Grande Phuket Karon – MGallery is an elegant hotel designed with contemporary Sino-Portuguese touches that create a refined and relaxing atmosphere as soon as you walk in. The resort offers a good range of restaurants, facilities and services to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The hotel is just a short walk away from the beach and from the road so guests can enjoy a peaceful atmosphere. Read more
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| The Beach | The beach of Karon is superb and just 100 metres walk from the hotel. |
| The Hotel | 5-Star Resort |
| The Facilities | 2 pools, 3 restaurants and a rooftop bar. |
| What's Around? | The hotel is very near Kata Beach and just 1 km from Karon Town. |
| Who is it for? | Good for couples and travellers who want to be near the beach with access to outside restaurants and a toned down nightlife. |
| Worth Noticing | The hotel is a bit away from the beach but a small path will take you there. |
| Price | Reasonable for such a beautiful hotel. |
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Location: Karon Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pool: 2
Restaurants and bars: 4, including a rooftop
Facilities: Fitness and spa
Distance from the beach: 100 m
Distance from Karon city centre: 2.3 km
Distance from Kata centre: 1 km
Distance from Patong Beach: 8 km
Distance from Phuket Town: 16 km
Distance from Phuket Airport: 41 km
Bookings: See availability and rates
2. Centara Grand Beach Resort
Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket is a large hotel designed in a pinkish Sino-Portuguese style with a unique location and direct access to Karon’s superb and immense beach. The hotel features several large swimming pools, including an adult-only pool, several restaurants, a kids club, a cooking class, a surprisingly large fitness and many outlets, including a beach club. Centara Grand Beach Resort is a top-rated mid-range hotel with 262 mostly sea-facing rooms, suites and villas. Read more
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| The Beach | Beautiful wide beach with clear water in high season. |
| The Hotel | A 5-star resort, 262 rooms. |
| The Facilities | 3 restaurants (Asian, Mediterranean, Italkian), 2 swimming pools (1 is adults only), beach club, huge fitness, cooking classes, a superb spa, kids club. |
| What's Around? | Some small restaurants nearby, close to the beach. Karon town is just 1 km away with plenty of dining, shopping and a bit of nightlife (nowhere near Patong nightlife though). |
| Who is it for? | everyone, including couples and families. |
| Worth Noticing | When booking it, make sure you book Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket, not Centara Karon Resort Phuket nearby! |
| Price | A bit pricey. |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map 📍 |
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Location: Karon Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 4
Restaurants and bars: 7
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach!
Distance to Karon City Center: 1 km
Distance from the airport: 42 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 19 km
Bookings: See availability and rates
Hotels in Kamala Beach and Surin
1. Intercontinental Phuket Resort
Intercontinental Phuket Resort is one of the most exclusive 5-star hotels in Phuket, with an enviable location on the beach of Kamala and unique architecture that photographers will love. The hotel is divided into two wings, each with a very different character. The beachfront wing is smaller with a modern look, with a swimming pool, a beach club and a beach restaurant. The design is very contemporary, with multi-storey buildings facing the beach. Read more
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| Location | Kamala Beach |
| The Beach | Direct access to the northern end of Kamala Beach, which is usually the nicest part, wide with soft sand, and shallow waters during the high season. |
| The Hotel | 5-star hotel, luxurious and exclusive, 221 rooms, including pool villas and suites, some right on the beach. |
| The Facilities | 2 restaurants including a beach front terrace and Pine Bar, located right on the beach. |
| What's Around? | Several good local restaurants on the beach at walking distance, and Cafe Del Mar just next to the hotel. |
| Who is it for? | Travellers wanting luxury and beach access, not too isolated but peaceful and are not here to party. |
| Worth Noticing | There are 2 wings, one facing the beach and an immense and beautiful wing on the other side of the road, accessible via an underground walkway. Note that the view from the beach wing rooms is partially obstructed by tall trees. |
| Price | Rather high |
| Hotel Location | Click here to see this hotel on the map 📍 |
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Location: Kamala Beach
Category: 5-star
Rooms: 221
Swimming Pool: 4
Restaurants: 3
Distance to city centre: 1.4 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 22 km
Distance to airport: 24 km
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2. The Surin Phuket
The Surin is a beautifully designed hotel with a fantastic location on the private Pansea Beach, one of the most beautiful locations in Phuket. Pansea Beach is blessed with soft powdery sand and clear water (at least during the high season).
The Surin features 103 hillside and beachfront cottages and suites, so if you can afford it, try to book one built with a terrace right on the beach, the experience is unique. The hotel’s black pool and the main building behind it are iconic, and the restaurant on the beach is a perfect romantic escape from your busy life! Read more
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| The Beach | Fantastic beach: Pansea Beach is one of the most strikingly beautiful private beaches in Phuket, with soft white sand and clear water (during high season) in a secluded location surrounded by green hills and palm trees |
| The Hotel | 5-star hotel, luxurious and exclusive, with 103 cottages and suites, some right on the beach. |
| The Facilities | 3 bars and 4 restaurants: a superb Beach Restaurant: (Thai, International), Sunset Cafe (Thai, International), Lomtalay Restaurant (Thai, International), Poolside Dining (International). Spa and a small fitness. 1 black pool, a little small ( you will need it when the sea is rough) |
| What's Around? | Not much around but easy reach to more beaches. Just a few restaurants nearby. Daytrips are easy to organise. |
| Who is it for? | Travellers wanting peace and natural beauty and are not here to party. A romantic escape for couples who can afford it. |
| Worth Noticing | Unless you get one of the few cottages on the beach, other rooms while beautifully decorated lack of windows and views. |
| Price | Rather high |
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Location: Pansea Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the closest beach: on its private beach!
Distance from the airport: 24 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 13 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 25 km
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3. Twinpalms Phuket
Twinpalms Resort has always been one of the most popular hotels in Phuket, creative and original in many ways. The resort is not on the seafront, but the fantastic Surin Beach is just 350 m away from the hotel. With 97 oversized rooms and suites built around an immense central swimming pool, an award-winning spa and a couple of excellent restaurants, Twinpalms was an instant success. Read more
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| The Beach | The superb beach of Surin is just a short 350 m walk away. |
| The Hotel | 5-star hotel, with superb rooms facing the pool. |
| The Facilities | 3 swimming pools, a fitness, a spa, 3 restaurants. |
| What's Around? | a few restaurants nearby, in a quiet area. |
| Who is it for? | Travellers who prefer a quiet holiday in a luxurious hotel with an amazing beach nearby. |
| Worth Noticing | Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. |
| Price | Expensive |
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Location: Surin Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the closest beach: 350 m
Distance from the airport: 23 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 13 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 24 km
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4. Hyatt Regency Phuket
Hyatt Regency Phuket is a superb 5-star resort built on the hillside of Kamala, across the road from the little-known Rayee Beach. While the beach of Rayee is not good for swimming, a shuttle takes guests to the main beach of Kamala, just a couple of kilometres away.
This luxurious 190-room resort offers splendid sea views from almost every balcony, a gigantic swimming pool and Sunset Grill, and a panoramic restaurant at the top of the hotel. The hotel features a small beach club on the beach across the street. The location is peaceful and good if you plan to spend time by the pool rather than shopping or partying. Read more
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| The Beach | The beach is quiet but not good for swimming. |
| The Hotel | 5-star hotel with 201 rooms with views. |
| The Facilities | 1 immense pool. 2 restaurants including a Mexican restaurant at the top of the hotel, with an infinity pool with great sunsets. Great kids club. Spa and Fitness. |
| What's Around? | Not much around the hotel but Kamale next door has many beach restaurants at great prices. |
| Who is it for? | Travellers looking for a quiet location with beautiful views. |
| Worth Noticing | The beach is not good for swimming but there is a shuttle to Kamala Beach just next. |
| Price | Reasonable. |
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Location: Kamala Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the closest beach: across the street
Distance to Kamala city centre: 4 km
Distance from the airport: 30 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 10 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 20 km
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Hotels in Bang Tao Beach
1. Banyan Tree Phuket
Banyan Tree Phuket on Bang Tao Beach is one of the most luxurious resorts and best hotels in Phuket, built with traditional Thai architecture and decor. The hotel is just a short distance from Bang Tao Beach and Layan Beach, a beautiful hideaway popular with locals.
All the restaurants are excellent, and Banyan Tree is also famous for having the best award-winning spa in Phuket. Open for more than two decades; Banyan Tree Resort features a fantastic collection of pool villas and spa villas with total privacy and service beyond the ordinary. Guests of the Banyan Tree can enjoy all the other nearby luxury resorts’ facilities, plus direct access to the Laguna Golf Course. Read more
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| The Beach | Bang Tao is a beautiful wide beach with soft sand but the water is not as shallow as southern beaches. |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort with 218 private villas divided into 7 villa types: Banyan Pool Villa, Banyan Lagoon Pool Villa, Grand Lagoon Pool, Serenity Pool Villa, Signature Pool Villa, Spa Pool Villas, Double Pool Villa. |
| The Facilities | Banyan Tree is famous for its award-winning spa, 18-hole golf just across the lobby and 5 excellent restaurants and 2 bars. |
| What's Around? | Beyond the hotel's own facilities, guests can enjoy all the nearby resort outlets, and a free shuttle can even take them to the trendy Boat Avenue for more bars, restaurants and even a Friday Night market. |
| Who is it for? | Banyan Tree Phuket addresses travellers who prefer privacy and luxury near the beach, but away from the crowds. |
| Worth Noticing | The hotel is not on the beach itself and guests will have to walk a bit through immense garden to reach the ocean. There is no nightlife or clubs in this part of Phuket. The Spa is so famous, guests should book as early as possible. |
| Price | Prices are very high, especially during the high season. (December to March) |
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Location: Bang Tao Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1 main pool
Restaurants and bars: 5 restaurants and 2 bars
Distance to the closest beach: 100 m
Distance from the airport: 17 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 20 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 24 km
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2. SAii Laguna Phuket
SAii Laguna Phuket is a large luxury resort set right on the sand of Bangtao Beach on the west coast of Phuket Island. The hotel was recently renovated, and the new design, mostly visible around the pool area, takes advantage of the amazing 300-meter-long direct beach access. With this new look and such a unique location, combined with the legendary Thai hospitality, a stay at SAii Laguna Phuket is a real treat. Read more
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| The Beach | Beautiful wide beach with soft sand but water is not as blue and shallow as southern beaches. |
| The Hotel | A 5-star resort, 255 rooms. |
| The Facilities | 3 swimming pools including one almost on the beach with slider for kids. 3 restaurants, 2 bars, kids club, wind surfing, catamaran sailing, diving, kayaking. |
| What's Around? | The resort is part of a vast complex that includes several large similar hotels. |
| Who is it for? | Great for everyone, especially families. |
| Worth Noticing | Recently renovated. There are plenty of small bars and local restaurants right on the beach, next to the hotel. |
| Price | A bit pricey |
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Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2 pools
Restaurants and bars: 4
Distance to the Beach: On the beach!
Distance from the airport: 20 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 17 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 23 km
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3. Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket
Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket is a beautiful classic hotel in Bangtao Beach. The rooms are superb, some just a few steps from the beach. This is a perfect place to relax, escape your frantic city life, and enjoy the beauty of the Andaman Sea. Read more
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| The Beach | Beautiful immense beach with soft sand and clear water during the high season. |
| The Hotel | 5-Star classic hotel |
| The Facilities | 1 pool, 3 restaurants, 2 bars. |
| What's Around? | The resort is part of a vast complex that includes several large similar hotels. Boat Avenue nearby offers many excellent restaurants. |
| Who is it for? | Great for travellers who want o be on the beach and are not interested in nightlife. |
| Worth Noticing | Get Ocean View or Beachfront Rooms! They are affordable and the view is great. |
| Price | Very reasonable for such a beachfront resort. |
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Location: Bang Tao Beach
Swimming pools: 1 pool
Range: 5-star
Address: 390 Moo.1 Srisoontorn Road Cherngtalay Thalang District, Phuket 83110
Hours: Open 24 hours
Phone: 076 362 999
Distance to the closest beach: On the beach
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4. Hilton Garden Inn Phuket Bang Tao
Hilton Garden Inn Phuket Bang Tao is a well-designed contemporary 4-star hotel in Laguna Complex in Bang Tao, an area growing in popularity with travellers preferring a more relaxed and refined holiday than in the crowded beaches of the south of the island. The hotel will please budget travellers who need the convenience of a modern hotel at a fair price. Read more
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Location: Bang Tao Beach
Address: 111 Soi Cherngtalay 16, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110
Phone: 076 609 790
Range: 4-star
Swimming pools: 2 pools
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the beach: 1 km
Distance to Boat Avenue: 700 m
Distance to Phuket International Airport: 19 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 22 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 16 km
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Hotels in Maikhao Beach and North Phuket
1. Trisara
Secluded and luxurious, Trisara is one of the ultimate romantic resorts and the best hotel in Phuket. All the villas come with stunning infinity pools, and the hotel is home to ‘Pru‘, the only Restaurant in Phuket having received a Michelin star.
The hotel beach is not large but private, and with swimming pools this beautiful, you probably will spend most of your time in your magnificent villa. With so much luxury and the superb underrated Naithon Beach not far from the hotel, this may be one of the best ways to enjoy Phuket’s tropical paradise. Read more
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| The Beach | The beach is tiny but charming. |
| The Hotel | 5-star luxury resort, 39 pool rooms and villas |
| The Facilities | 3 restaurants including PRU, a 1-star Michelin restaurant. An excellent spa and a good fitness centre with sea views, a 45 m swimming pool and surprisingly, a kids club |
| What's Around? | Nothing around the hotel but the small town of Naithon is just minutes away, with few local restaurants, lots of street shopping and street food. A secret beach nearby. |
| Who is it for? | Perfect for wealthy couples who plan to spend time in their villas and private pool (and who can afford it!) |
| Worth Noticing | Trisara is only 10 km for airport |
| Price | Very high! |
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Location: near Naithon Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the closest beach: on a small private beach
Distance from the airport: 10 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 26 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 28 km
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2. Renaissance Phuket Resort
Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa is a large resort featuring 26 Pool Villas and 150 Deluxe Rooms on the 11 kilometres long, unspoilt beach of Mai Khao. The resort is located in the north of the island, far away from Patong Beach’s buzz, and guests usually select this hotel for peace and relaxation. Renaissance Phuket has several excellent restaurants near the beach and the lovely Quan Spa. Read more
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| The Beach | Good Beach: very long and quiet but sand is a little more coarse than average, and sea gets deep quickly. No sun loungers nor umbrellas on the beach. |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort, 22 Pool Villas, 4 Ocean Front Pool Villas with private pool 4 suites and 150 Deluxe Rooms. |
| The Facilities | 4 restaurants, 1 beautiful spa, 1 large shared pool, great fitness centre |
| What's Around? | Not much around except other luxury resorts and a shopping village. Some local restaurants. |
| Who is it for? | Great for those in search of peace and long walks on the beach and have little interest in shopping or nightlife |
| Worth Noticing | The hotel is near the beach but doesn’t offer real sea view rooms |
| Price | Good |
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Location: Mai Khao Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the closest beach: On the beach
Distance from the airport: 20 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 43 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 43 km
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3. Sala Phuket Resort
Sala Phuket is one of the most couple-friendly resorts to stay in Phuket. The resort is a perfect escape from a busy life, set away from the crowds on the beautiful and unspoilt Mai Khao Beach. Sala offers total privacy with 63 beautifully designed private pool villas surrounded by walls, an oversized swimming pool, and outdoor bathrooms. Sala Phuket is a romantic resort for couples, with a superb spa and beachfront restaurant. It does not come cheap but still is affordable. Read more
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| The Beach | 11 km long beach, quiet but the sand is a little more coarse than in the south, and the sea gets deep quickly. No sun loungers or umbrellas on the beach. |
| The Hotel | 5-star with 68 fully private villas |
| The Facilities | 1 restaurant and superb spa. |
| What's Around? | Not much around except other luxury resorts and a small shopping village called Turtle Village. |
| Who is it for? | Great for couples looking for total privacy in their pool villas and travellers in search of peace and long walks on the beach. People who have no interest in shopping or nightlife. |
| Worth Noticing | The pool villas are surrounded by a high wall offering great privacy, but no views. |
| Price | High |
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Location: Mai Khao Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the closest beach: On the beach
Distance from the airport: 21 km
Distance to Patong Beach:47 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 44 km
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4. The Slate
The Slate Phuket on Nai Yang Beach near the airport is a superb 5-star resort set on a spacious property with a fantastic and unusual industrial design inspired by the tin mining era of Phuket and is the brainchild of the famous architect and designer Bill Bensley. The rooms are large and beautifully designed, each with its creative touches and with a lot of luxurious amenities. The hotel features a great spa, an impressive cooking class and some superb shops selling original items or flower arrangements.
Most importantly, the restaurants are excellent, and the elegant Black Ginger is one of the best Thai restaurants in Phuket! The resort is just across the street from the beautiful beach of Nai Yang, and guests can enjoy a lot of beach dining and affordable sunset cocktails and drink at the local restaurants set right on the sand. Read more
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| The Beach | The beautiful and understated beach of Nai Yang is just across a small street. |
| The Hotel | An immense stylish 5-star resort. |
| The Facilities | 3 restaurants, including the excellent Black Ginger, and 2 bars. Large fitness room and 3 swimming pools. |
| What's Around? | There are a lot of restaurants right on the beach in front of the hotel, as well as bars and local food stalls along the street. |
| Who is it for? | Travellers who prefer a stylish quiet holiday with a real local feel near a great beach. |
| Worth Noticing | Amazing sunset dinners at small local restaurants on the beach! |
| Price | Reasonable considering the location. |
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Location: Nai Yang Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 3
Restaurants and bars: 3 restaurants and 2 bars
Distance to the closest beach: across the street
Distance from the airport: 2 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 34 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 30 km
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5. Phuket Marriott Resort Nai Yang
Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Nai Yang Beach, is a superb hotel in a unique place on the northwest coast of Phuket near the Sirinat National Park. The hotel has many great features, including a magnificent spa and two beachfront restaurants. Once you have experienced all the hotel facilities, Nai Yang Beach is just a short walking distance away, offering many dining and shopping opportunities on what has remained a charming, quaint beach. Read more
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| The Beach | The beach is immense, and the water warm and shallow. Sand maybe not be as white and the sea as blue as in busy beaches, but Nai Yang is a charming and relaxing beach. |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort, a very modern hotel with pool access room and private villas. |
| The Facilities | 1 large pool, an excellent spa, 3 restaurants: The Andaman Kitchen (Thai cuisine), Big Fish (Thai, International), The Lounge (International), Cooking classes, Kids club. |
| What's Around? | Plenty of local food, small restaurants, shops and convenience stores, Splash Jungle Water Park, Blue Canyon Country Club. |
| Who is it for? | Good for couples who prefer a peaceful retreat and small families. |
| Worth Noticing | There is a secret beach nearby. |
| Price | A bit pricey |
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Location: Nai Yang Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 1
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach
Distance from the airport: 4 km
Distance to Patong Beach: 34 km
Distance to Phuket Town: 30 km
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6. Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon
Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon is a superb resort on the surprisingly beautiful yet peaceful Naithon Beach on the upper west coast of Phuket. The hotel is away from any main roads and far from the crowded areas but next to a small beachfront village with many street foods, fruit and souvenirs stalls, restaurants and convenience stores. Pullman is a perfect base to enjoy what Phuket offers if you are not interested in frantic nightlife but would rather experience the beauty of nearby hidden beaches. Read more
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| The Beach | Naithon is a lovely beach away from the main road and therefore quiet. Soft sand and very blue water during high season. |
| The Hotel | 5-star hotel, 277 (7 room types: Deluxe, Grand Deluxe, Family Deluxe, Ocean, Grand Ocean, One Bedroom Pool Villa, Two-Bedroom Pool Villa) |
| The Facilities | 3 Restaurants: Elements (Seafood, Thai, International), Vero (Italian) The Deli (A la carte), large swimming pool, fitness, kids club |
| What's Around? | Just next to the hotel, the tiny town of Naithon has a few restaurants and shops along the road, as well as plenty of street food and tropical fruits vendors. The hidden Banana Beach is also nearby. |
| Who is it for? | Great for couples but suitable for everyone who doesn’t want to be near busy areas. |
| Worth Noticing | The hotel is not on the beach itself; there is a staircase to reach it from the pool |
| Price | Great value |
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Location: Naithon Beach
Range: 5-star
Swimming pools: 2
Restaurants and bars: 2 restaurants, 3 ba