Best Luxury Hotels in Thailand

Two circular pools are separated from the ocean only by a strip of lush garden, at the Pullman Phuket Karon Beach Resort. Its facilities include a 24-hour fitness centre, 15 spa treatment rooms, five outdoor swimming pools, three tennis courts, a golf course, a sauna, a steam room, and a whirlpool. Dining takes place throughout the day and night at the Sails Restaurant, with themed buffets and a Sunday Brunch, or at Buon Appetito and the Thai Thai Restaurant. Families will appreciate the kids play area, splash pool and babysitting services.

Surrounded by high walls and trees, this restorative resort has a sense of seclusion. All of the 22 pavilions and 48 suites have an open balcony with blue views, while 35 villas have infinity-edge pools. Amatara’s interiors were created by Jaya Design with a clean and elegant Thai aesthetic. You can sign up for a wellness retreat program with a selection of treatments, activities and creative wellness workshops; or a cookery course to learn a new skill. The hotel also offers a pilates studio, a fitness centre, three signature restaurants and several bars.

20 minutes from Kata Beach and Phuket Town, Noku is in the south of the island on a hillside overlooking Chalong Bay. Guests are accommodated across 91 villas and lofts with natural textiles, free-flowing design and features such as sunken baths, whirlpools and plunge pools — the largest of the villas span three storeys with four bedrooms, indoor and outdoor living spaces, a kid’s playroom, and a spacious kitchen. Feast on Thai, Japanese and Singaporean food at Embrace, Noku’s restaurant and drink cocktails on the Terrace. The hotel was awarded the Green Mark Gold Award in 2022.

414 rooms (all with a terrace or outdoor space) are spread across four floors at this property that’s beside Tri-Trang Beach. The resort is set around a lagoon-style freeform pool, one of three pools — kids will love the endless fun provided by the waterslide. Activities range from Thai cookery lessons to jewellery making, outdoor movie nights and live music in the lobby bar. And there are many places to grab a bite: the Thai Pantry, The Beach Grill, D.O.C.G – Italian Restaurant, The Merchant Kitchen, Phuket Coffee Co, The Pool Bar, The Lounge, The Rum Shack And The Wellness Bar.

Escape to an enchanting hillside haven of luxury and romance at The Pavilions, Phuket. Perched high above the scenic bays of Bang Tao and Layan, this idyllic retreat seamlessly combines sleek European elegance with traditional Thai beauty. With luxurious suites and sprawling private villas offering breathtaking views of the Andaman Ocean, and a range of amenities including an open rooftop bar 360 serving delectable cocktails, Alto the Italian-focused fine dining restaurant, and Firefly the all-day dining restaurant offers a relaxed poolside ambience. There is also a fabulous spa and open-air yoga pavilion, along with complimentary shuttles to and from pristine Layan Beach for guests to enjoy. The Pavilions provides an unparalleled experience of indulgence and tranquillity. Whether you’re a honeymooner or a couple seeking a romantic getaway, this oasis promises an unforgettable fusion of sophistication and serenity against the stunning backdrop of Phuket’s natural beauty.

Set on Bang Tao beach among lush grounds (which include the 18-hole Laguna Phuket golf course), Dusit Thani Laguna offers ocean-front bedrooms, suites and two-bedded villas. Connect with local culture and your own wellbeing, embark on culinary journeys, get to know the indigenous wildlife and bond with your kids at a Family Retreat or Bonfire Campout. Watersports, yoga, racquet sports and creative past-times such as batik painting, tie-dye, umbrella painting, fruit and vegetable carving and flower arranging are all offered. Plus there’s the Angsana Spa, an outdoor pool and extensive kids’ facilities.

Classic Thai and contemporary design come together at the Mövenpick Phuket Bangtao. Choose to stay in a king-size bedroom, or a residence, suite or penthouse with your own living and dining areas, kitchens and outdoor space (some also have private pools and jacuzzis). Bordering Bangtao Beach, the low-rise resort incorporates the Blossom Spa and a sprawling pool area. Dine on the likes of freshly caught lobster at The Palm, either inside, or on the poolside terrace, followed by drinks in the bar. And if you have a sweet tooth, don’t miss the daily Mövenpick Chocolate Hour when you can feast on all things cocoa for a full 60 minutes.

This destination is conveniently situated in the middle of town for access to restaurants, night life and local markets, and can be reached by several modes of transport (including limousine!). However the special treatment really starts on site, where guests enjoy a private pool, Hermès amenities and a private butler, who can also arrange services such as a customised spa treatment within the guests’ villa. The Villazzo Restaurant and Bar add to a memorable experience at the beach-side location, perfect for weddings and other packages.

This historic resort’s classic luxury is in keeping with its past as the summer home of the Thai royal family, and today, Thai design meets state-of-the-art facilities such as a fitness centre, spa and sporting opportunities. Swimming pools, a traditional lily pond and an ornamental lake sit amongst the tropical vegetation. A selection of dining and entertainment options round off the evening, when guests can gaze in wonder at the sunset over the soft sands of the adjoining beach, which overlooks the Gulf of Siam.

This tropical paradise nestles in eight hectares of lush grounds and lotus ponds, with a vista of the Gulf of Thailand. Cool rooms come with all modern amenities including balconies, while an upgrade adds an open-air bathroom, gulf views and daybeds, and suites contain lounges with living-room furniture. The outdoor pool, gym, spa and four tennis courts help guests to build up an appetite for one of the three restaurants and bar, and the hotel even boasts its own wine cellar. A kids’ club with adventure playground leaves parents free to practise yoga, learn Thai cooking or take an excursion.

This themed resort resembles a Thai village built around a lily-pond. Set in fourteen acres of lush grounds, Thai tradition permeates through to the 190 rooms and suites. Here, visitors will enjoy elegance and luxury with all modern amenities, including terraces or balconies. Guests can swim in a pool, walk barefoot over soft white sand, or keep fit with a game of tennis or table tennis. A spa treatment is the ideal prelude to a meal in an on-site restaurant serving international or local cuisine, or in the busy town centre, where excellent golf courses also await.

Less than half an hours’ walk from the beach, the accommodation at this IHG resort is formed of two wings: The Beach Wing and BluPort Wing. Whichever you choose you’ll have amenities like BOSE sound systems and iPod docks at your disposal, as well as soundproofed windows. Shared areas include the large outdoor pool, multiple restaurants (including Pirom Restaurant and Azure Restaurant & Bar), a newsstand, a florist, a souvenir boutique, a jacuzzi, a steam room and a fitness centre with a programme of classes.