Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort
29 Soi Karon Nui, Karon Muang, 83100 Karon Beach, Thailand
Featuring a secluded beach, this stunning beachfront property features a large outdoor pool with air-conditioned rooms bordering it. It offers a wealth of fitness options, a day spa and 10 dining and bar options. A 37-inch flat-screen TV, private balcony and wooden flooring are standard in all spacious modern Thai-style rooms. Other comforts include a tea/coffee maker, free Wi-Fi and bathrobes. Set in tropical landscapes, Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort is just 3.1 mi from lively Patong Beach. It is within 9.3 mi from a golf course and 12 mi of Chalong Temple and a shooting and paintball facility. Phuket International Airport is a 45-minute drive. Maintaining regular workouts is easy with a gym and tennis and squash courts. The hotel also features a variety water sports, concierge services and a kids’ club. Dining highlights include daily beach barbecues featuring live seafood catches as well as hearty Italian pizzas at La Fiamma. There is also a Japanese restaurant and a seaside bar.
Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa
40/11 Moo 4, Tumbol Phe, Muang, Rayong, 21160 Ko Samed, Thailand
Lazy days by the infinity outdoor pool and luxurious massages await guests at Le Vimarn Cottages & Spa. It offers charming bungalows along Ao Prao Beach in Rayong and a PADI-certified diving school. A free speedboat shuttle between Koh Samet and Ao Prao Pier is available 3 times daily. Transfer services to Bangkok are also provided by Cottages Le Vimarn. Bungalows are beautifully decorated with traditional woven fabrics and wooden furnishings. A satellite TV, DVD player and mini-bar are provided in all units, while select ones offer large private balconies with spa bath. Dhivarin Spa offers indulgent massage treatments and beauty therapies. Guests can also exercise at the fitness center or simply enjoy the sun by the pool. Water sports such as diving and canoeing are provided for guests’ enjoyment. The beachfront O Restaurant at Le Vimarn Resort serves a daily breakfast and Italian food. Buzz Restaurant serves authentic Thai favorites with breathtaking views of the ocean.
Banyan Tree Phuket
33/27 Moo 4, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherngtalay, Amphur Talang, Phuket, 83110 Bang Tao Beach, Thailand
Bordered by the Andaman Sea, Banyan Tree Phuket offers luxurious tropical getaways with award-winning fine dining options and full spa services. Spacious villas feature open-air jet pools on landscaped grounds. Tastefully furnished with Thai art and fine woodwork, villas have ample seating areas that open out to pool views. In-villa comforts include a flat-screen TV, DVD player and free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy relaxing massages and the use of tennis courts and fitness facilities. Offering concierge services, staff can attend to business and travel needs. Thai specialties are served in the elegant environment of Saffron while hearty buffets are available at Watercourt. There are 2 bars, a cafe and 24-hour room service. In the Laguna Phuket resort complex, Banyan Tree Phuket is a 20-minute drive from Phuket International Airport and a 30-minute drive from Patong Beach. Free parking is available.
Paradee Resort
76 Moo 4 Ko Samed, Tumbol Phe, Amphur Muang, Rayong, 21160 Ko Samed, Thailand
Located on the palm-fringed beaches of Koh Samed Island, Paradee hotel offers teak and Thai silk decorated villas with a private balcony and free internet connection. It features an on-site library. Paradee features thatched-roof villas with a separate living area and spacious bathroom. All villas have private pools and a patio. They are equipped a flat-screen television, DVD player and mini-bar. Rejuvenating massage treatments can be enjoyed at Paradee's spa or head out to the sea for windsurfing and snorkeling. Island day trips and diving lessons are available at the hotel. Cocktails are served at Sunset Bar. Guests can also enjoy Paradee's on-site restaurant, which serves a delicious selection of Thai and international dishes.
InterContinental Koh Samui Resort, an IHG hotel
295, Moo 3, Taling Ngam Beach, Koh Samui, 84140 Taling Ngam Beach, Thailand
Located right on the beach, this beachfront resort is located in the peaceful west coast of Taling Ngam. Set within 22 acres of coconut plantations, the luxurious InterContinental Koh Samui Resort descends from the cliffs to the white sandy shores of western Koh Samui. Boasting 6 main swimming pools, it has a cliff-top Thai spa and free WiFi. Beautiful Thai architecture and spacious outdoor balcony or patios feature in all the air-conditioned rooms and villas. All come equipped with a flat-screen TV, DVD player and a day bed. Some villas have a private pool. Private bathrooms have separate bathtub and shower facilities. InterContinental Koh Samui Resort is a leisurely 45-minute drive from Samui International Airport. It is 1.9 mi from Lamai Beach, 6.4 mi from Bophut Beach and 15 mi from Chaweng Beach. Guests can request for speedboat transfers to Angthong Marine National Park and Koh Phangan. The resort also has a scenic 138 m private pier that stretches out into the ocean. Free water sports equipment are also provided. Amber and Flames restaurants serve international and Thai dishes. Drinks can be enjoyed in the stylish Air Bar. The resort's lobby café & bar, Serene Lounge, offers afternoon teas and coffees imported from all over the world.
Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort and Spa
22/7 Moo 5 Bantai, Koh Phangan, 84280 Thong Nai Pan Noi, Thailand
This beautiful resort is located on the island paradise of Phangan, with beautiful beaches and panoramic sea views. A large outdoor pool, gym and free Wi-Fi are available. All gorgeous rooms are located on the cliff and we provide 24-hour wooden car service for all guests in the resort. Santhiya Koh Phangan Resort and Spa is just 161 m from the popular Thong Nai Pan Noi Beach. The resort is a 40-minute speed boat ride from Koh Samui. The stylish air-conditioned rooms feature elegant teakwood furnishings and classic Thai decor. Each is equipped with a cable TV, DVD player, and mini-bar. Selected rooms come with a whirlpool bathtub. Santhiya's Ayuravana Spa features a relaxing menu of facials and body massage. There is also an on-site water sports center offering activities like canoeing, kayaking, and windsurfing. Chantara Restaurant serves Thai cuisine, with the option of al fresco dining. A daily breakfast buffet is also available there every morning.
Ao Prao Resort
60 Moo 4 Tumbol Phe, Muang, Rayong, 21160 Ko Samed, Thailand
Surrounded by tropical vegetation, this resort is located on the sandy beaches of Ao Prao. It offers spacious accommodations with a private balcony overlooking the sea. Guests of Ao Prao Resort can take a dip in the outdoor pool or engage in water sports such as canoeing or snorkeling. Hiking and biking trails are also available. The resort provides a free shuttle service from Koh Samet to Ao Prao Pier. Fitted with wooden flooring, air-conditioned rooms at Ao Prao Resort feature contemporary Thai décor. In addition to tea/coffee making facilities and a mini-bar, a TV with satellite channels and a DVD player are included. Private bathrooms come with a hairdryer. Open until midnight, the resort’s restaurant serves authentic Thai delights and international dishes, accompanied with panoramic views of the sea. In-room dining is possible. A wine cellar and a bar are also available. Located on the west coast of Koh Samet Island, Ao Prao Resort is an hour’s drive from Pattaya City and a 2.5-hour drive from Bangkok City.
Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket
390 Srisoonthorn Road, Chengtalay, Phuket, 83000 Bang Tao Beach, Thailand
Located along the Bang Tao Beach within the Laguna Phuket Resort Complex, Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket is an upscale beach resort on the northwestern coast of Phuket. Modern Thai-inspired guest rooms and pool facilities await guests at this luxurious hotel. Guests can sample Italian dishes at the award-wining La Trattoria restaurant boasting its own outdoor pizza oven and relaxing lounge. Luxurious rooms and suites at Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket are decorated in classic wood furnishings and Thai fabrics in vibrant colors. Cable TV channels and tea/coffee making facilities are provided. Free WiFi is offered in the entire hotel. Guests can also enjoy a game of golf at the course beside the hotel, or take up a Thai cooking class. Watersports are also conducted within the resort. Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket offers 5 dining options where guests can sample international and Italian meals. Seafoods and grills are offered at Casuarina Beach Restaurant and Pub, while Ruen Thai has traditional local delights. Guests can also enjoy live music with a cocktail at the Horizon Lounge. Patong Beach is a 30-minute drive from Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket. A half hour drive brings guests to Phuket City.
SALA Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort
333 Moo 3 Mai Khao Beach, Thalang District,, 83100 Mai Khao Beach, Thailand
Located along quiet Mai Khao Beach, SALA Phuket Resort features lush garden, 2 beachfront pools and villas with private pools and sundecks. A spa with sauna and steam bath facilities is offered. SALA Phuket Resort & Spa is a 20-minute drive from Phuket International Airport. The scenic Phang Nga Bay is a 25-minute ride away. SALA’s rooms and villas offer flat-screen cable TVs and DVD players. Its villas offer outdoor bathrooms with free-standing tubs overlooking the pool. Free Wi-Fi is provided. SALA Spa features 3 beachfront massage terraces which provide respite for tired bodies. A gym is available for fitness-conscious guests. SALA Phuket offers rooftop dining featuring panoramic beach views. Seafood, international and Thai cuisine is served. Guests can sip cocktails and wines at the beachbar and lobby bar while soaking in the calming atmosphere.
Sai Kaew Beach Resort
8/1 Moo 4, Tumbol Phe, Muang, Rayong, 21160 Ko Samed, Thailand
Sai Kaew Beach Resort sits on the adjacent Pineapple and Sai Kaew beaches on Koh Samet. It offers 3 outdoor pools, 2 beachfront restaurants and a variety of water sports. The resort is located within Khao Laem Ya National Park. It is a 2.5-hour drive from Bangkok or Rayong. Boat transfers are provided from Ao Prao Pier on the mainland or from Koh Samet. Modern rooms at Sai Kaew Resort feature sea or garden views. Each air-conditioned room comes with satellite TV, a DVD player, and a fridge with mini-bar. Attached bathrooms provide shower facilities. Guests can enjoy a traditional Thai massage on the beach, or exercise in the fitness center. Beach activities include volleyball and football. Windsurfing, sailing and scuba diving are available. The Zea Restaurant on Sai Kaew Beach serves Thai and international dishes, while La Luna on Pineapple Beach offers Italian specialties. The Mango café and bakery provides an internet corner.