Phuket Travel Guide and Blog
What are the best hotels in Phuket? [toc] 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
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Where to stay in Bang Tao Beach? [toc] Bang Tao has been steadily growing in popularity in the past thirty years, but the amount of hotels has not changed much. Most of the resorts in Bang Tao Beach are in The Laguna Complex, in the Cherngtalay subdistrict. This is almost a self-contained complex, and guests from any of the main hotels are welcome to use other resort facilities: restaurants, of
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Phuket Hotels and Resorts Reviews [toc] Here is the full list of the Phuket hotels and resorts we have stayed at and reviewed in the past 15 years. We only recommend hotels we fully enjoyed. We try to cover luxury hotels, budget places, and everything in between. We paid for our stay in the vast majority, allowing us to be true to our choices. The list keeps growing, so bookmark
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An amazing heritage hotel in Old Phuket Town [toc] Hotel Verdigris is an amazing gem with a great location on Yaowarat Road in Old Phuket Town. The hotel is small and intimate, designed with passion by the young owner around the story of Martina Rozells, an important but mysterious personality of Phuket in the 18th century. The hotel only has a few rooms distributed on three floors of a triangular-shaped
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The Shore at Katathani Review [toc] The Shore at Katathani on Kata Noi Beach is one of Phuket's most exclusive and romantic hotels, probably one of our best experiences on the island. The hotel combines all the ingredients effortlessly for a perfect escape: a location right on a beach, pool villas with jaw-dropping views, genuinely caring staff, an excellent restaurant, a good spa and countless small details that make the
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What are the best luxury hotels in Phuket? [toc] There are many luxury hotels in Phuket, but some stand above the rest to please the most demanding travellers who dream of an unforgettable holiday in Thailand. A dozen resorts stand out for the excellence of their facilities, location, design and legendary hospitality so unique to Thailand. The price is often high, and so are the client's expectations. In the many
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Where to stay in Phuket Town? [toc] There are many small hotels in Phuket Town, including a few known brands, and the old town is packed with guesthouses set in renovated Sino-Portuguese shophouses. The old town has become a selfie playground, and most visitors prefer to stay in the historical area, making it easy to enjoy the architecture, the local restaurants and the many cafes. The geography of Phuket Town
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Where to stay in Karon Beach? [toc] Karon is an immense and beautiful wide beach, so it's not surprising why this small town is a popular beach resort destination. The geography of Karon makes it a little challenging to understand how to pick the right hotel. Fortunately, there are a lot of hotels near the beach without having to spend a fortune. Karon Beach geography: There is a long road
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Where to stay in Kamala Beach? [toc] Kamala has a wide range of hotels, from budget to luxury. You will find a row of guesthouses along the south part of the main beach at excellent prices, but the sea isn't as attractive around this part of Kamala Beach. In the centre is the Kamala Beach Resort, and in the north is the Novotel Phuket, an excellent value for money. Both
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Where to stay in Patong Beach? [toc] Patong Beach hotels come at many prices, sizes, and locations, so finding a hotel in Phuket that will please your budget and all your needs can be tricky. Many readers ask for our suggestions, but no hotel in Patong fits all. However, everyone, on average, seems to be looking for the same things: Can you recommend a great hotel in Patong Beach? it
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Trisara Phuket Review [toc] Trisara Phuket is the ultimate romantic resort in Phuket, one of the best ways to enjoy this tropical paradise island. In any of the 39 Trisara villas near Naithon Beach, you will be surrounded by comfort and luxury to ensure you want to stay and enjoy every minute of your holiday. Expect to find all the features of a five-star resort and a lot more in
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Kata Rocks Review [toc] Kata Rocks is changing the face of luxury accommodation in Phuket. More than just a hotel stay, it's an unforgettable holiday experience. The hotel is on a hill at the south end of the superb Kata Beach, and from up there, every Sky Villa offers fantastic views of the Andaman Sea. Kata Rocks' design is beautiful; it's a real photo playground, especially the famous umbrellas in
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SALA Phuket Review [toc] Sala Phuket Resort and Spa on Mai Khao Beach is one of our all-time favourite hideaways in Phuket, but it is not a hotel for everyone. It is a romantic resort fully dedicated to couples, with a unique setting and total privacy. Such a luxury doesn't come cheap but still is affordable, and Sala Phuket is one of the best hotels in Phuket. What makes Sala
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A True Beachfront Resort in Phuket [toc] The Surin Phuket is a beautifully designed hotel with a long history and a fantastic location on Pansea beach. It's also one of the first luxury hotels on the island. The resort's name may be e a little confusing: it's called The Surin, but it is on the next beach: Pansea Beach. The Surin is one of the best hotels in Phuket and
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The Nai Harn Phuket Review [toc] The Nai Harn Phuket stands in an excellent location in the south of the island, and with its classic, timeless design, the resort has always been very iconic. Built among thousands of coconut trees on the green hillside of Nai Harn Beach, it is the only resort in Phuket offering a unique view of this fabulous beach, and what beach! A large crescent of
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Where to stay on Mai Khao Beach? [toc] Mai Khao Beach Hotels benefit from a unique location in Phuket, a perfect place if you prefer to stay away from the crowd. The beach is part of a protected national park; you will meet almost no one on the beach past the Phuket airport area. If you are after an isolated romantic escape, Mai Khao Beach could be your place. Enjoy
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