Best Luxury Hotels in Thailand

The hillside location of this luxury resort allows the most stunning views over the Gulf of Thailand. Just 15 minutes from the airport, Silavadee means ‘beautiful rock’ in Thai, and refers to the pristine, private beach just a few minutes’ stroll from the resort. The 44 villas and 36 rooms are decorated with modern Thai furniture and fabrics. Whether relaxing around the pool, eating in the hillside restaurant, or enjoying a cocktail on the rooftop terrace, the stunning views across the bay will provide memories to last a lifetime.

Only a fifteen minute drive from the airport lies the stunning beach area of Choweng Noi and the 80 suites and villas of the luxurious Vana Belle Resort. Lying back off the beach, amid swaying palm trees and tropical vegetation, the Vana Belle offers a tranquil location from which you can explore the surrounding area. Alternatively if exploring doesn’t appeal then guests can choose to soak up the relaxing atmosphere with a good book, interspersed with visits to the spa, wellness and fitness centres. Restaurant facilities are limited, with Panali, the shore side eatery serving Italian cuisine, and the hillside Kiree restaurant, offering guests traditional Thai food.

Situated just a 30 minute drive from the international airport, and the same distance from Big Buddha, Four Seasons lies on the northwest tip of Koh Samui, at Laem Yai Bay. One of the most popular destinations on the island for those seeking an ‘away from it all’ romantic occasion or peaceful break. Four Season’s staff have built a well deserved international reputation for offering guests the very best in personal service. Add to that the splendour of their 60 detached villas, picture postcard surroundings, gourmet cuisine, extensive range of activities and you have the perfect recipe for complete holiday indulgence.

If history and culture are on your holiday agenda then a stay at the Ammatara Pura Pool Villa complex on the edge of Lamai Beach should fit the bill. The whole complex is traditionally styled, with much use made of dark Thai wood, intricately carved trees, statues and religious deities. The beautiful villas also embrace traditional building techniques with timber beams, cool tiles, and heavy, period style furniture. The restaurant offers Asian and International cuisine and vegetarian and vegan options. With a sauna, spa and fitness centre guests can be as active or as laid-back as they like.

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.

As part of the Kempinski Group of hotels, this is one of the newer 5-star hotels in Bangkok. It was established in 2010, designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates and is located at the heart of Bangkok. The hotel has a touch of European contemporary sophistication alongside many Thai-themed services and cuisine. The Siam Kempinski has 42 suites and a total of 303 rooms, in addition to the 98 serviced residences. The meeting rooms offer an impressive welcome to delegates – each is accessed via an ornate golden brass door. There’s also a sumptuous spa, three dining areas, bar and gorgeous outdoor pool. But its highlight has to be the green royal garden accessed right from the balconies of the rooms.

Rising 47 storeys above Rajadamri Road and towering above its surrounding neighbours, The St Regis Bangkok embodies urbane elegance with its fusion of Thai cultural elements and classic St Regis traditions. Ideally located for both leisure and business travellers to the city, with direct views over the manicured greens of the Royal Bangkok Sports Club and within easy reach of Bangkok’s premier shopping and dining districts. But with a Michelin-starred restaurant, signature cocktail bar, sky-high infinity pool and world-class wellness hub, The St. Regis Bangkok is far more than just a place to stay, it’s a destination in itself. Part of the illustrious St Regis brand, originally established by John Jacob Astor IV in 1904, the brand has long represented the pinnacle of luxury hospitality. The Bangkok property opened its doors in 2011 as part of this prestigious portfolio and was the first St. Regis hotel in Southeast Asia. Echoing the refined sensibilities of the Astor family and with interiors by Brennan Beer Gorman Architects, the hotel offers a modern residence-style feel which permeates throughout communal spaces and guest quarters, supported by signature touches such as the evening sabrage ritual and the local interpretation of the Bloody Mary, known here as the Siam Mary. Central to the guest experience is its signature butler service, an enduring symbol of the brand’s commitment to individualised attention.

This is a brand and hotel that needs no introduction. The Mandarin Oriental Bangkok dates back to 1876 and sits on the banks of the Chao Phraya River in the historical Charoenkrung district close to Chinatown. With 4.5 staff to each and every guest, nine restaurants a spa (which is accessed via a romantic boat trip across the river) an entire team of pastry chefs, a flower team, butlers and more, your every wish is granted.  There are 393 rooms and eight restaurants, and in 2016 it underwent large renovations unveiling a whole new wing, paying homage to its illustrious past. These interiors by Design Wilkes are truly regal and ornate, making this hotel the pinnacle of luxury hospitality

Located 200 yards from the popular Surin Beach on Millionaires’ Row, the Twinpalms Phuket Resort has its own beach club, plus three outdoor swimming pools set within a water garden-style landscape (a 50-meter lap pool, a lagoon-style pool and one for children). Kids can also let off some steam in their own club, with a programme of activities, while grown-ups chill out in the award-winning spa. Accommodation is across suites and villas; the largest providing private pools, kitchens with Nespresso machines, wine cellars and cigar humidors. The resort has a secluded feel and elegant decor.

Created by hotelier Bill Bensley, this destination hotel is loosely themed on a luxury train of old, having been inspired by the nearby 19th-century Pak Chong Railway station. You can inhabit your own upcycled vintage railway carriage (these form the suites), with marble shower rooms, carved wooden headboards and Laotian silk textiles in the mix. Somying’s Kitchen, Poirot and Papillon are the dining options, there’s a spa (playfully entitled “Back on Track) and a kids’ club — indeed the whole resort caters ably to little ones, particularly those lovers of the “choo choo”.

Located along the untouched shores of Ko Chang in eastern Thailand, Dinso Resort & Villas Ko Chang, part of the Vignette Collection by IHG, blends raw island beauty with sustainable luxury. Surrounded by the calm turquoise waters of Ko Chang Marine National Park, this tranquil beachfront hideaway invites guests to explore unspoiled nature while enjoying refined comforts. The décor celebrates rustic elegance, with interiors crafted using recycled railway sleepers and hand-plastered finishes that nod to the local landscape. Rooms and villas are spacious and soothing, with options including direct pool access and private plunge pools.

Guests can unwind at the spa, lounge by the central swimming pool, or stay active in the well-equipped fitness centre. Dining is a highlight, with a signature beach club set on the sands, a maritime-inspired bar, and a relaxed all-day restaurant offering dishes made with local island ingredients. A Kids Club and the hands-on Dinso Craft Studio offer activities for younger guests and families alike.

Located in the Phrom Phong district of Bangkok’s vibrant Sukhumvit, Public House Bangkok has created a hotel experience that is anything but ordinary. With mid-century modern styling, social spaces and a rooftop pool and gym, this is a boutique experience that feels equally inspired by the creative hubs of London, New York and Bangkok. Featuring 79 rooms and suites, combining vintage design influences, parquet floors and subway-tiled bathrooms. Downstairs, the hotel’s open kitchen, Fest, serves socially inspired all-day dining, while the adjacent Open Bar delivers glamour and a cocktail list as inventive as the guests themselves. Head to the rooftop for a swim at The MOOON before unwinding with a sundowner cocktail. For those combining work and travel, the FORUM coworking space offers a productive setting, complete with a dedicated studio for podcast recording.