Hello,
I am planning a trip for my parents (~age 60) and Sister (~ age 30) to PHUKET for 3-4 nights in early June 2011.
They would like to spend some time relaxing in their room, by the beach, dining and some shopping. They would like to take a 1/2 day or 1 day excursion to a nearby island.
I have got quotes from three hotels that we are considering:
1) Trisara - ~ US Dollars 600 (incl. tax) a night for an Oceanfront Pool Villa, with breakfast and round trip airport transfer
2) Anantara - ~US Dollars 500 (incl. tax) a night for a Sala Pool Villa with breakfast
3) Sheraton Grande Laguna - ~275 (incl. tax) a night for a Private Pool Villa (supposedly 3 bedroom) including breakfast
They are not going on a honeymoon, however would like to be comfortable, enjoy some good food and sights, and be away from touts as much as possible.
As their stay is short, price is not the main criteria, however, if the Sheraton is equally good for their needs as the Trisara, then we don't mind saving a bit.
Any suggestions/experiences please?
Thanks,
wonderfultravels
HELP - Which hotel in Phuket - Trisara, Anantara or Sheraton Grand Laguna
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You've got them listed in the exact order of their level of luxury and service. If you can afford Trisara, then I'd go for that...I've not heard complaints about it, whereas I have heard plenty of criticism and complaints about the other two you list. Trisara is a good sized step above the other two easily.
Have been to both the Sheraton Laguna and the Anatara. You would not go wrong with either. There are some shops and rest. in the area of the Sheraton that would give diversion. The Anatara is next to the JW Marriott, and a small mall out front with rest(some good and some not), but you would have the Marriott to offer choices for food also. Beach at Anatara not swimable, due to rip tides etc, but the pools are georgeous.
the anantara is remote but would be perfect if they do not plan to leave the hotel area other than for a single tour... you might also want to consider a marriott apartment on the same property available through the marriott timeshare group...
airport transfers are not a big deal and are quite cheap so don't let that infleunce you..