Best Luxury Hotels in Thailand

Our pick of the best luxury hotels in Thailand presents an impressive collection of resorts and boutique-style establishments that offer guests Instagram-worthy infinity pools, sweeping views of stunning scenery, indulgent spas, contemporary comforts and a second-to-none level of service. Whether you choose a secluded bay or a bustling city location, the hotels in Thailand never fail to impress. Read on to explore which will be your next Thailand abode.

Koh Samui, Mae Nam

Belmond Napasai

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 45 Villas & 24 Suites with Modern Thai Décor & Sea-view Patios
Amenities Dining options, including Lai Thai Restaurant & the Beach Restaurant, a Spa offering Traditional Thai Treatments, a 24-hour infinity-edge Freshwater Pool, a Fully Equipped Fitness Centre, Set within 43 Acres of Tropical Gardens
More Located on Koh Samui's Northern Shore

Just 10 miles from the airport, the Belmond Napasai five star hotel complex is snuggled amongst the palms that border its picturesque private beach. With 24 suites, 45 villas and a raft of different things to do, it is an ideal venue for a family holiday. Activities include an attractive infinity pool, children’s pool, spa and wellness treatments, tennis courts, and a variety of water sports, boat trips, golf, and elephant excursions. With qualified dive instructors on hand, the whole family can sign up for diving or snorkelling lessons – or just lay back, unwind, and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the Belmond Napasai.

Koh Samui, Lamai

Banyan Tree Samui

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 88 Rooms & Suites
Amenities Featuring Diverse Dining Options with Thai & International Cuisines, a Comprehensive Spa with the Unique Rainforest Experience, a Fitness Centre, Communal Outdoor Pool, Kids Club
More Situated on a Private Cove Along Lamai Bay

The Banyan Tree Samui resort nestles on the edge of the Lamai jungle. From its secluded position overlooking the Gulf of Thailand this plush five star, 88 room complex whispers tranquillity. With its private beach, three restaurants, three lounges, indoor and outdoor pools, top quality spa, wellness and fitness centres with personal service, guest don’t need to even leave the complex. However, for those wishing to explore more of this idyllic island, water and road shuttle transport is readily available.

Thailand, Koh Lanta

Rawi Warin Resort and Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 185 Accommodations, including Rooms, Villas, & Two-bedroom Suites
More Located on 126 acres of Tropical forest along Klong Tob Beach in Ko Lanta, Krabi

Built in 2005, this luxurious resort is set on a hilltop that commands stunning views across Klong Tob Bay. While there are 185 guestrooms and eleven spacious suites to choose from, the enormous luxury villas are worth splashing out on. These private villas come complete with their own swimming pools and patio areas, which command striking vistas of the bay. Guests can also take their pick from a wide range of spa treatments, while lovers of fine dining will not be disappointed.

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Rawi Warin Resort and Spa

Krabi, Klong Muang Beach

Nakamanda Resort and Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 39 Villas Including Suites With Private Outdoor Salas & Luxurious Bathrooms.
Amenities Beachfront Dining Options Spa With Treatment Rooms Fitness Centre & Infinity Pool.
More Located On Klong Muang Beach Offering Direct Access To The Andaman Sea & Close Proximity To Local Attractions.

Tucked away in a tranquil bay just a short stroll from Klong Muang Beach, Nakamanda Resort and Spa boasts traditional Thai architecture that is embellished with modern and luxurious touches. There are three different types of villas for guests to choose from here, and each provides a luxurious sanctuary that is fully loaded with a wide range of creature comforts. Guests who enjoy messing about in the water are sure to appreciate the Jacuzzi Villa and Pool Villa, where there will be treated to either an outdoor Jacuzzi or plunge pool that is set in a private tropical garden. The Nakamanda Resort and Spa is a popular option for couples who want to spend their honeymoon unwinding in a tropical setting while enjoying plenty of pampering.

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Nakamanda Resort and Spa

Krabi, Tab Kaek Beach

Amari Vogue Krabi

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 57 Accommodations Comprising Deluxe Rooms & Villas With Outdoor Jacuzzis & Spa Suites.
Amenities Dining Options Include Thai & International Cuisine Venues Alongside A Spa Offering Various Treatments & Multiple Outdoor Pools Including An Infinity Pool.
More Situated In A Tranquil Ocean-Facing Setting At The Northern End Of Tubkaek Beach Approximately 40 Minutes From Krabi Town

With four large swimming pools and three excellent restaurants to enjoy, guests at the Amari Vogue Krabi are treated to a taste of the finer things in life. This huge complex is set on the edge of the white sands of the picturesque Tubkaak beach and guests are provided with private beach access as well as their choice of fully padded sun loungers. Each of the 57 guestrooms boasts a large balcony that overlooks the garden and pools, while there are also spacious bathrooms set with especially deep tubs. The spa suites are especially decadent and provide ocean views.

Krabi, Ao Nang Beach

Centara Grand Beach Krabi

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 192 Rooms & Villas, including Options with Private Pools
Amenities Multiple Dining Venues Serving Thai, Japanese, & international Cuisines, a Comprehensive Spa & Wellness Centre, Fitness Centre, an Expansive Outdoor Pool, & a Kids' Club
More Located within a Secluded Private Bay Accessible by Boat

Set on the edge of Pai Plong Bay, Centara Grand Beach Krabi treats guests to exclusive access to 350 metres of pristine golden sand. Here, guests can spend the day unwinding on one of the huge sun loungers while a selection of drinks and snacks are brought right to them. The backdrop of the hotel is formed by a rugged limestone cliff that is covered with tropical plants, helping to reinforce the feeling of exclusivity and seclusion. The resort features 192 rooms for guests to choose from, which are arranged in eight different categories. Even the smallest room type covers a more than satisfactory 72 square metres, while the Villa Royal provides guests with 399 square metres of space to unwind in.

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Centara Grand Beach Krabi

Krabi, Tab Kaek Beach

Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 54 Villas & Pavilions Including 30 Pool Villas Ranging From 67 To 578 Square Metres With 24-Hour Butler Service & Panoramic Sea Or Garden Views.
Amenities Five Dining Venues Offer Diverse Cuisines While The 2200 Square Metre Spa Features Vitality Pools Saunas Steam Rooms & A Wellness Studio Alongside A 38-Metre Infinity Pool & 24-Hour Fitness Centre.
More Located In Krabi Thailand The Resort Provides A Secluded Beachfront Setting With Easy Access To Local Attractions & Activities.

Providing guests with uninterrupted views of Phang Nga Bay from their large rooms and suites, the Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is a popular place to stay among luxury lovers who value their privacy. There are several impressive outdoor pools to wallow in here, which boast infinity edges to make the most of the spectacular bay vistas. The Reserve and Royal pool villas are especially enchanting and feature silk screens and furnishings that are sure to make guests feel like royalty. Dining here is a lavish experience and lovers of fresh seafood dishes can unwind on the terrace at the Lae Lay restaurant, while couples can enjoy a candlelit suppler right on the sand.

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Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Krabi, Railay Beach

Rayavadee

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 101 Pavilions & Villas Including Some With Private Pools & Butler Service.
Amenities Dining Options Include A Beachside Venue Under A Limestone Cliff, A Terrace Restaurant Adjacent To The Pool & An Elegant Dining Room Serving International Cuisine.
More Located On The Phranang Peninsula In Krabi Marine National Park, Accessible Only By Boat & Surrounded By Beaches & Tropical Gardens.

Surrounded by the lush flora and fauna of Krabi Marine National Park, Rayavadee is set within easy walking distance of three stunning sandy beaches. Guests are greeted each morning by the sound of monkeys as they open the doors of their private villa and step out onto the terrace. The most lavish villas feature steps down to a private swimming pool and there is no need for guests to move a muscle as they can enjoy delicious dishes from the Railay Terrace restaurant right on their patio. The largest villas also come complete with hot tubs and very stylish living areas, while taking a stroll through the garden is the perfect way to work up an appetite before retiring to the terrace to enjoy a few sunset cocktails and a wide range of tasty treats.

Phang Nga Province, Phang Nga, Khao Lak

JW Marriott Khao Lak

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 420 Rooms & Suites Including Pool Access Options & Private Villas
Amenities Features Include Multiple Dining Venues, Spa, Fitness Centre, Lagoon Pool, Aqua Playground, Kids Club & Tennis Courts
More Located on Khuk Khak Beach with Direct Access to the Andaman Sea

One of JM Marriott’s flagship resorts, this immaculate property sits beside Khuk Khak Beach. Swimmers will adore the lagoon style pool which is the largest in Southeast Asia – with two swim-up bars. It houses 292 rooms and suites all with private outdoor spaces and oversized tubs. Further facilities include tennis, squash, volleyball, video games (a lifesaver if travelling with teens), a fitness suite, Quan Spa providing indoor and outdoor treatments and restaurants offering Thai, Japanese, Italian, Mediterranean and European cuisine. It may be huge but still manages to retain a personal feel.

Phang Nga Province, Phang Nga, Khao Lak

The Anda Mani Khaolak Beachfront Villas

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 10 Luxurious Villas & Suites Featuring King-Sized Beds & Private Verandas with Spa Baths & Rain Showers
Amenities Facilities Include a Restaurant Serving Thai & International Cuisine, Spa Services Offering Traditional Thai Massages, Outdoor Pool with Sea Views
More Located on Khao Lak Beach In Phang Nga Province, Thailand, Offering Direct Access to a Private Beach & Close Proximity

Expect first-class service and an authentic ambience at this award-winning intimate beachside resort. Holidays here can be versatile, with family adventure, honeymoon romance and relaxation all possible, depending on how you tailor your stay. With just nine rooms and villas, it’s an ideal spot for those wishing to escape the masses. Owned by Bespoke Hospitality Management Asia, the design is bold, innovative, functional and low rise. High ceilings and picture windows bring the outdoors in, and each residence has its own large verandah. Colours are muted, reflected the blondes and blues of its coastal location, with sumptuous bathrooms and in-room minibars. Guests can also recline on daybeds or beanbags by the main pool, visit a nearby fishing village.

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The Anda Mani Khaolak Beachfront Villas

Phang Nga Province, Phang Nga, Khao Lak

Casa de la Flora

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 34 Villas With Private Pools & Panoramic Sea Views Offer Contemporary Luxury & 24-Hour Butler Service.
Amenities Facilities Include A Beachfront Restaurant & Bar, Spa, Fitness Centre & Communal Outdoor Pool.
More Situated On The Shores Of Bang Niang Beach In Khao Lak, Providing Direct Beach Access & Proximity To Local Attractions.

36 cube-shaped villas give a modernist edge to this palm-lined beachfront in Phangnga province. Designed by VaSLab Architecture, the all-pool-villa hotel was commissioned in 2008, with unusual deviated walls, tilted roofs, green walls, rainwater recycling and custom-made furniture by Anon Pairot Design Studio. Casa de la Flora offers round the clock butler service, spa, fitness suite, direct beach access, minbars, mountain bike hire and watersports. Charming afternoon tea is served daily, with dinner taken at the Thai waterside eatery La Aranya -and the cocktails here are epic with variations as imaginative as the resort’s architecture. This chic design property is well suited to discerning couples and adult visitors.

Phang Nga Province, Phang Nga, Khao Lak

Devasom Khao Lak

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 69 Elegantly Designed Rooms & Suites With Sea Views
Amenities Two Michelin Guide-featured Restaurants Serving Thai & Western Cuisine, Wellness Spa With Outdoor Treatment Rooms, a Two-Tiered Saltwater Swimming Pool, Fitness Centre, Children's Club
More Located Between a Natural Lagoon and a Pristine Beach with Complimentary Shuttle Services to Khao Lak Town Centre

Set between a freshwater tropical lagoon and a private beach, this luxury hotel enjoys the best of both worlds. 69 rooms, suites and villas nestled among coconut groves, offer lovely views of the Andaman coast. The design is inspired by the intricate architecture of ancient Asian civilisations, in a neutral palette with splashes of vibrant colour. Swim in the marble saltwater infinity pool as you look out over the ocean, head to the incredible spa, try your hand at paddle boarding and kayaking, dine on Thai cuisine at Takola or more relaxed cuisine at the beach bar and grill. Activities include yoga, local tours, cooking classes – and there’s a programme for children too.





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