64 Best Hotels in Phuket and the Andaman Coast, Thailand

Stylish design, a romantic atmosphere, and a beautiful beach are all part of the package at the Aleenta. Two-story lofts have glass walls overlooking the sea; you can watch the sunset from the bed, the sofa, or from your small poolside deck. Pool suites and pool villas are also available. Breakfast is served by the beach, as are sunset cocktails. The library has movie nights complete with popcorn. Note that, despite its name, the resort is located just over the Sarasin Bridge, on the mainland north of Phuket.

You'd be hard-pressed to find a more sparklingly dignified hotel in Thailand—nor one quite as expensive. (The nightly rate for the most sumptuous villas tops B10,000.) There are two palm-shaded restaurants overlooking the blue-tiled swimming pool, and the reception area, with beautifully polished teak floors, is completely open in the dry season so that you can enjoy the ocean breezes. Choose between rooms in secluded hillside pavilions or immense villas with a private pool. Prices differ according to the view offered; villas have between two and six bedrooms. The split-level bar has stunning sunset views.

On the beach with a rolling garden, the Banyan Tree is a luxurious sanctuary. Suites and villas have a contemporary design with amenities like coffeemakers and scented aromatherapy oils---plus each has its own private pool. This luxury resort is perfect for families or a romantic getaway. 

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.

Far from the crowds, this secluded resort is on a vast stretch of sand and has spotlessly clean, luxurious rooms with impeccable classic Thai design. The service levels meet expected Marriott levels, and the restaurants offer a great selection of Western and Thai favorites, with the added bonus of an on-site cooking school.

The unique thatched tree houses of this luxurious resort are tucked into the slopes of a serene jungle valley close to the shores of Kamala Beach. Everything is tastefully decorated, inspired by the legend of four mythical island clans: Earth, Wanderer, Sky, and Nest. It's a remarkable vision that extends to the interior design. The onsite Mala Restaurant features healthy ingredients like mushrooms grown on-site, and the spa is focused on holistic therapies.

The open-air bungalows and tented villas at Koyao Island Resort allow you to admire the surroundings from your own luxury accommodations; you can even throw open the doors and watch the sunrise from your bed. An ideal romantic hideaway, Koyao Island Resort even arranges candlelit dinners and private beach barbecues. Although the beach is not great for swimming or sunbathing, there are beach chairs on the grass beside the sea, and kayaks and mountain bikes are available for use around the island. 

This lovely boutique resort has modern rooms with local Southern Thai elements, and most have balconies or daybeds; villas have more features, including private outdoor rain showers. Although La Flora appeals to urban professional couples looking for a romantic getaway, families are well accommodated in two-bedrooms villas, and little ones will enjoy the kids' club. Bang Niang Beach is great for sunbathing and swimming; there is also a small reef for snorkeling directly in front of the resort.

Guests repeatedly return to the Layana for the pampering, understated luxury, and a relaxed peaceful environment. The scenic location, attention to detail, and friendly efficient service make this a top resort, with spacious accommodations kept in tip-top shape. Some suites have beds looking directly out to sea and a top floor terrace with a writing desk, minibar, and sofa, and all have lovely outdoor rainfall showers. The romantic seafront restaurant serves delicious, reasonably priced Thai or international dishes while also organizing wine tasting nights and cooking classes. The impressive spa is highly professional and its unique menu will leave you spoiled for choice.

This resort couldn't have a better location—it's on a beach shared with just three other resorts, where the gorgeous blue water has a sandy sea floor and you can swim and snorkel year-round. Most bungalows have identical design, with parquet floors, comfortable indoor daybeds, and decks with lounge chairs. A few rooms are family-style duplexes; those numbered 100 to 118 are also beachfront. There are also hillside rooms with spectacular beach views, and an additional pool, bar, and restaurant. The Terrace Restaurant, which serves Thai and international cuisines, has splendid views of the sea, and the cliff-side satay bar is one of the few sunset viewpoints on the island. Classes in Thai culture, arts, cooking, and language are offered throughout the week. The resort offers boat service from Phuket.

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.

Located on a lush headland near Cape Panwa, this beautifully designed resort has a cool contemporary vibe that makes it popular with visiting celebrities seeking luxury and seclusion in the property's exclusive suites and sleek villas. The lodgings come with amenities like private lap pools, outdoor Jacuzzis, and either sunrise or sunset views. Rooftop yoga, an award-winning spa, private cooking classes, and Muay Thai lessons are just some of the services guests can enjoy. There is even a small private beach.

This intimate resort is on a calm lovely beach and the rooms have spectacular views of the Hong Islands. The elegant wooden buildings here resemble a kor lae, a traditional southern Thai fishing boat. All superior and deluxe rooms are a few steps from the free-form swimming pool, while the sea view villas are only steps from the beach. A cozy library and bar has books and games for rainy days and relaxing evenings, while The Arundina serves southern Thai specialities curated by celebrity chef David Thompson.

Unlike the other resorts in the area, this property sits on the lagoon instead of the beach, and therefore offers lower rates; you definitely get more bang for your buck here. Suites come in various configurations (one or two bedrooms), but all have kitchenettes. Shuttle boats between the resort and the beach run every 30 minutes from 8 to 5. The scenic trip across the lagoon takes approximately 10 minutes.

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 looking for a bungalow or hotel on the beach, you'll find several options at the north end of Kamala (none of which have views of the beach, and some of which are absurdly priced). This one has newly designed concrete, tile, and wood rooms with nicer trimmings than the others. Each bungalow has a balcony, and a number of renovated rooms now feature air-conditioning and hot water. There is no restaurant at the resort, but you'll find plenty of beachside options just a few feet away.

On a cliff above a beach, this boutique resort boasts a beautiful view and a path down to the shore that travels within Khao Lak Lamru National Marine Park. Within the resort itself, a quiet natural atmosphere prevails. Rooms are in wooden cottages that are "rustic", in the sense that they do not have the usual explosion of silk fittings and Thai art that most resorts of this class have, but you'll hardly have to sacrifice any comfort here. Each room has a few deck chairs out front for gazing at the sea.

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.

This resort in East Railay has a lovely infinity pool and a popular spa. Rooms are spacious, and the bathrooms each have a large sunken soapstone bath tub, great for relaxing aching muscles after a day of rock climbing.

This landmark resort—one of Phuket's oldest—has long been one of the most sought-after places to stay. The main lobby retains a nautical flair that evokes a New England yacht club, while guest rooms are spacious and light, with a modern design and touches of traditional Thai. The Boathouse Restaurant has more than 400 labels in its cellar (reservations recommended).

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.

You'll get a great view of the cliff that inspired the hotel's name as soon as you step into the lobby, but then your attention will quickly shift to burned bricks, charred wooden tiles, and natural wooden beams. The Cliff's villas are set around a nonchlorinated ozone-treated swimming pool by the lobby. The rooms, each with an outdoor shower, feature glass bay doors on two sides. The suite is on stilts above a small private fishpond and is particularly popular with honeymooners.

One of the coolest things about this boutique resort is that some of the rooms are "convertible": If you're too hot you can open up the "walls" and allow the breeze to blow through. That said, it's not over-designy; sustainability is the big theme and some describe it as sort of upscale camping, with air-conditioning and a nice bathroom. The resort is at the northern end of Klong Dao Beach—the quiet end of an already quiet beach. Isolation is a blessing here, as the resort has almost everything you might need, including a pool table and a spa. The water here is swimmable, and snorkeling around Kaw Kwang Cape, while not exceptional, is pleasant and there are fish to be seen.

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 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.