Phuket

Trisara is widely considered Phuket's most exclusive resort, with each of its 39 ocean-front pool villas and residences commanding spectacular Andaman Sea views from a private hillside bay north of Surin. The resort's 'PRU' restaurant holds a Michelin star and uses produce from its own farm, making it as much a culinary destination as a luxury escape.

Amanpuri opened in 1988 as Aman Resorts' very first property and remains one of the most revered luxury escapes in all of Asia, set on a coconut-palm-studded headland with a private beach on Pansea Bay. Its timeless Thai pavilion architecture and the sense of absolute privacy and silence it provides continue to attract discerning travellers seeking the very best.

Sri Panwa crowns the southeast cape of Phuket with an all-villa resort offering 360-degree panoramic views of the Andaman Sea from its famous Baba Pool Club and infinity-edged terraces. Each private pool villa is spacious, contemporary, and designed with absolute seclusion in mind, making it one of the island's top honeymoon destinations.

The Pavilions Phuket perches on a hillside above the island's northwest coast, offering private pool villas with panoramic sea views and a strong commitment to personalised service. Its 'Infinity Restaurant and Bar' suspended over the treetops at 300 metres above sea level is one of Phuket's most memorable dining experiences.

Katathani occupies the southern quieter end of Kata Noi Beach, widely regarded as one of Phuket's most beautiful small bays, making it an outstanding beachfront choice without the Patong crowds. Its collection of seven pools, the Kata Garden Spa, and direct private beach access offer everything a family or couple needs for a complete beach holiday.

Impiana Kata Noi offers genuine beachfront access on the calm southern end of Kata Noi Bay at a price well below its five-star neighbours, making it outstanding value for a sea-view room with pool access. The hotel's lush tropical garden setting and direct steps-to-beach convenience make it a consistently popular pick among returning Kata visitors.

Casa Blanca is a beautifully restored Sino-Portuguese mansion in the heart of Phuket Town's Old Quarter, offering charming heritage rooms at sensible prices for travellers who prefer authentic local character over resort facilities. The location puts guests within walking distance of the town's best restaurants, night markets, and the celebrated street art along Thalang Road.

The On On Hotel is Phuket's most historic budget stay, opened in 1929 and famously featured in the film 'The Beach' — now restored as The Memory at On On with simple but atmospheric rooms in the Old Town. It remains the most affordable way to sleep in a genuine piece of Phuket's Sino-Portuguese architectural heritage.

ibis Phuket Kata delivers reliable, clean budget accommodation just 10 minutes' walk from Kata Beach, with a small pool and the Accor chain's dependable service standards. It is an ideal base for beach lovers who want to spend their budget on activities rather than accommodation, with regular songthaew connections to Kata and Karon beaches.

Lub d is Thailand's most respected hostel brand, and the Patong property delivers social, design-conscious accommodation with private rooms and dormitories just two blocks from Patong Beach. Its rooftop pool and lively communal spaces make it far more than a standard hostel, attracting young independent travellers who want value without sacrificing fun.