29 Best Hotels in Phuket and the Andaman Coast, Thailand

If you're looking for a bit of pampering, head to this exclusive resort on Laguna Beach, with private villas equipped with pools and bathrooms that are as big as the bedrooms. Some villas are older with teakwood paneling, while others sport more contemporary Thai design. The flagship location of Banyan Tree spas, with branches all across the globe, can be found here, with expert massage therapists.

Located at the quiet end of Patong Beach, just seconds to the sea and a short stroll to Patong nightlife, The Charm has modern rooms, some of which have direct access to a lagoon pool. You can also take advantage of perks like the rooftop infinity pool and bar, a jacuzzi, and a sauna.

From the moment you enter the vast open lobby, it's obvious that a great deal of care has gone into every aspect of this stunningly situated, modern hotel. Indeed, it is difficult to leave the hotel when every whim is catered to, from swimming and spas to bike trips and fine restaurants. Kids are kept busy with a wide variety of activities, while the spacious rooms and expansive views let the adults relax in style.

The 24 houses that make up this "beach club" are unique in design and sleep between 2 and 8 people, and most have large decks and kitchens. Solly's House, a two-story glass house on the beach, is particularly popular. Powdery white sand is a short walk away, and kayaks are available. The main clubhouse has a bar and a common area with great views. There are no restaurants on the property, but you can order a breakfast basket delivery, get groceries delivered, or even book a private Thai chef.

On an island filled with luxury resorts, the Rosewood sets itself apart, literally, with its 600-meter secluded beach and expansive private pavilions and villas. Separation from the ordinary continues with unique dining options, which run the gamut from southern Thai seafood to high-end Italian to an inspired seaside shack serving comfort grilled cuisine. Phuket has long been inundated by same-same hospitality but Rosewood's luxury spa, modern architecture, and pristine pools make it a total escape from the ordinary.

Phuket's tin-mining history is the inspiration at The Slate, and the resort features artworks and collectibles from the prominent Na-Rarong family, with a decor that blends postindustrial cyberpunk with a hint of Thai luxury. Each of the spacious rooms and suites has a different theme, and the villas have private pools. There are three public pools as well, and several bars and restaurants—try the famous Sunday brunch at Rivet or glide your way to Chef Piak's expertly prepared Thai dinner at Black Ginger aboard a dramatically torch-lit raft.

Set on Bang Thao Beach, this resort is stylish and contemporary with tastefully decorated rooms and suites that all have either garden, lagoon, pool, or ocean views. A massive free-form swimming pool meanders throughout the resort, and there are six restaurants to choose from. Daily activities are offered to occupy guests, there is a kids' club, and the on-site Angsana Spa offers fantastic rejuvenating treatments. Free shuttle bus and boat around Laguna Phuket.

If you’re a family with an interest in sports, consider Avani+ Khao Lak, which has a massive kids' club and a sports center with indoor and outdoor climbing walls, a Muay Thai ring, and state-of-the-art gym equipment. A variety of water sports, bikes, and even early morning walks with a guide on the beach keep even the most active ones occupied.

Located on the western shore of Koh Phra Tong, this luxurious eco-resort has 27 secluded wooden villas and a host of wellness programs and yoga classes designed to elicit ultimate inner peace and tranquility. The houses have polished wooden floors and fans—not offering air-conditioning is one of their many environmental initiatives—and minimal yet charming Thai-chic decor. The resort goes by responsible tourism principles, working closely with the community and avoiding the use of glass bottles and plastic. The restaurant serves Thai cuisine made with fresh seasonal ingredients sourced locally.

It's not opulent, but this small, friendly, and wonderfully situated resort offers comfortable rooms only 20 meters from the beach, with nice en suite bathrooms, air-conditioning, satellite TV, and beachfront patios. The location is a bit out of the way, which allows guests the opportunity to take a break from the busier parts of Bang Thao Beach and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings. The resort's restaurant serves delicious Thai specialties and the in-house Relaxy Spa is reasonably priced.

About a 10-minute walk to Ao Nang Beach, this sleekly designed resort has rooms and suites that look out over the swimming pool or the limestone cliffs. All have balconies, comfortable beds, and strong Wi-Fi. Families appreciate the separate children's pool and suites with bunk beds. 

Octagonal villas with high ceilings, four-poster beds, and whirlpool tubs epitomize the luxury available to guests at this resort on a small private stretch of sand. Though the beach is nicer farther north, the water here is swimmable and, as it is on the south end of Nang Thong Road, the resort is ideally located for romantic beach walks. That is, if you can tear yourself away from the stunning tiered swimming pool long enough to explore the beach.

This modern resort is spread around an expansive mangrove forest, directly on the beach: the contemporary and colorful standard rooms overlook the forest, while the six suites have views of the sea. There are many activities to keep guests occupied, including sailing and tennis on lighted courts. The pools, restaurants, and bar are down by the beach, where various water sports are available, and the sunbathing and swimming are great.

Located across from Patong Beach, this stylish and contemporary resort has a bit of everything, including five restaurants, a bar, a kids' club, a playground, a swimming pool, and more. There are plenty of activities to keep guests occupied, and it's within walking distance to the entertainment district of Bangla Road. 

This budget-friendly resort is made up of basic bungalows on stilts in a tropical garden. All bungalows have single or double beds with fans and mosquito nets, hot water, and free Wi-Fi. It's nothing spectacular but it is charming and in a quiet location not far from the beach. The attached coffee shop serves excellent coffee and a choice of vegan and vegetarian dishes. Mr. Bamon, the owner, is extremely friendly and helpful and quick to give sightseeing tips. 

This family-friendly modern hotel has two wings, two activity centers for kids, as well as a children's pool with a waterfall. The Busakorn wing has a separate Thai-style reception area, peaked-roof rooms, and an adults-only swimming pool surrounded by Singha and elephant sculptures and fountains.

On the tropical hillside at Kamala Bay, these spacious contemporary rooms and suites all have private balconies with spectacular sea views. The hotel also has three restaurants, a bar, spa, a kids' club, a dive center, a fitness center, and the largest seafront infinity pool in Phuket. A free tuk-tuk will take you to the center of Kamala and a paid van service is available to Patong. 

This long sprawling lodge fronts most of the Kata Noi Beach, which tends to keep nonguests away and leave nearly 1 km (½ mile) of smooth sand delightfully peaceful. Glass-walled suites in the Thani wing have some of the best ocean views on the island. You can shower and watch the sun set at the same time through huge bathroom windows. Regular rooms (if you can call them that) in the Buri wing are very tastefully furnished, with all the bells and whistles you'd expect in this price range (some look out to the pool, others the ocean). The same group also has the exclusive Shore resort right next door for those seeking a more intimate experience.

Between Patong and Karon Beach, this sprawling resort has more bars, cafés, and restaurants than in many small towns, while the range of outdoor diversions—everything from tennis to water skiing—means you never have to leave the property. There are hundreds of guests at any given time, yet the resort never feels too crowded, thanks to its thoughtful design and staff that are always eager to help. Two huge wings are where you'll find the rooms, many of which have sea views or overlook the pair of large pools.

This resort takes great pride in its service levels, with polite, knowledgeable, and informative staff. There are many categories of rooms with something for everyone, from two-bedroom family residences on the beach to romantic villas that have rooftop plunge pools. Live classical Thai music greets you as you enter an expansive lobby lavishly decorated with Thai art, and the landscaped grounds include a scuba diving center and a peaceful spa. The sprawling property has entrances on the town side and the beachfront.  

This is a stunning resort with scenic vantage points, and a unique design infused with Sino-Portuguese heritage. All the rooms and pool villas have local art and handicrafts and beautiful sea or garden views. There is a 1,000-square-meter free-form swimming pool, kids' club, wading pool and waterslide, plus a fabulous beachside restaurant. This tasteful resort is close to a charming local village and within proximity to Khao Sak National Park.

This enormous lively resort stretches gracefully across an entire hillside along the road from Klong Khong Beach to Klong Nin. Look for lush green landscaping with palm trees, shrubs, and flowers, a choice of pools, an extensive kids' club, a game room, and more. Some rooms have private pools, and the spa is gorgeous.

Surrounded by landscaped gardens, this eco-friendly boutique retreat has a swimming pool and a variety of tents from shared hostel-style accommodations to private tents with air conditioning and their own adjoining bathrooms. Weekly activities include a dedicated movie night with roasted marshmallows and a fire show. There's a restaurant and bar on-site.

If you like your huts to be of progressive design, go Somewhere Else---the six octagonal rooms in the front of the clearing are particularly cool, with fold-down windows, wooden floors, and loose-pebble bathroom floors. This resort is nothing fancy (expect cold water and fans), but it has a great vibe, and you'll enjoy playing Ping-Pong with friendly staff in the common room or just watching the sunset on the chill-out pillows strewn on various wooden platforms. Note that there's no hot water, but your shower will be warm from the sun.

With a fun slide plunging into a big pool and several two-bedroom villas (each with large multi-bed rooms), Southern Lanta is understandably popular with families. Standard rooms are bungalows built closely to each other with slightly run-down exteriors but comfortable interiors. Seaside rooms are newer and have sofas indoors and deck chairs outdoors for maximum lounging.

On the eastern end of Noppharat Thara, Srisuksant is a short walk from Ao Nang's shops and directly across from the beach. Although that beach is not ideal for swimming, longtail boats are available to whisk you away to more suitable spots, and if you feel like walking west a few miles, you can swim or picnic in the shade by the Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park headquarters. The resort has two swimming pools for cooling off if you're too lazy to do any of the above. The clientele here is mostly Thai families, although Westerners are greeted warmly. The bright rooms have tile floors and small decks, and some have partial ocean views.

This resort caters to families, with well-organized daily activities of kids of all ages and babysitting services, as well as multiple pools and a beachfront location. Other high points include the well-kept gardens, waterside massage services, and a breakfast hall organized with military precision. The rooms are spacious and simply yet tastefully decorated.

Overlooking quiet Siray Bay, this sprawling, albeit slightly dated, property is a few minutes' drive to Phuket Town but has everything on-site, from kids' activities to a pampering spa. Some villas are equipped with kitchens, some rooms have shared pools, but pretty much everybody gets killer sunsets, from the rooms or from the common areas.