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Monday newsletters<\/a>\u00a0always feature\u00a0top 10 travel lists<\/a>\u00a0to inspire.<\/p>\n

Today: Top 10 best luxury hotels & resorts in Phuket<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Phuket is Thailand’s largest and most popular island. Located a one hour flight south from Bangkok, the Andaman Sea island and its idyllic beaches, coves and bays are recognised as one of the Kingdom\u2019s best tourist attractions. While Phuket has plenty of accommodation for the budget traveler, it has become a magnet for the well-healed and jetset in recent years because of the presence of a string of ultra-luxurious and super-exclusive hotels. Here’s my top 10 list of Phuket’s best luxury resorts (although my all-time favorite resort in Thailand remains phenomenal Soneva Kiri<\/a>, which sits on Thailand\u2019s 4th largest but least populated island, Koh Kood, in the Gulf of Siam).<\/p>\n

There is more information (with review & YouTube videos) below the slideshow. Think I missed a resort in Phuket? Leave a comment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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10. THE RACHA<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n

The Racha, one of Thailand\u2019s premier deluxe island hideaways, is set on a pristine, white beach on Racha Island, which is located 12 miles (20 km) or 35 minutes by speed boat from Phuket\u2019s Chalong Bay. The island is known for its natural beauty, excellent corals and stunning marine life. The resort features 85 luxurious villas that range in size and price. The Lighthouse is one of the world\u2019s most unusual hotel rooms as it is a superb five storey villa with private pool, terrace, sun deck and observation lounge offering magnificent 360 degree views over Racha Island and the Andaman Sea.<\/p>\n

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  • Hotel website:\u00a0<\/strong>The Racha<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    9. THE NAKA ISLAND, A LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT & SPA<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n

    Nestled among lovely\u00a0beaches, lush coconut groves, with never-ending views of the emerald-green Phang Nga Bay and idyllic landscapes of the Phuket coastline, The Naka Island is an exclusive boutique resort on Naka Yai Island, a 10 minute speedboat ride from the mainland. The highlight are the\u00a067 magnificently designed, organic shaped villas that combine authentic island details with spectacular views.\u00a0Guests can\u00a0embrace a laid-back island life, rejuvenate at Spa Naka, lounge on the resort’s private beach, splash in the very large beachfront pool, or settle in for the sunset with an innovative cocktail or custom-blended juice from the resort’s spectacular Z-bar.<\/p>\n

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    • Hotel website<\/strong>:\u00a0Naka Island<\/a><\/li>\n
    • Tip<\/strong>: get complimentary VIP perks\u00a0 when booking via Classic Travel<\/a> (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, early check-in, late check-out, and $100 USD resort credit).<\/li>\n
    • Review<\/strong>: read my review of Naka Island here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      8. COMO POINT YAMU<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n

      COMO Point Yamu is a stylish luxury resort located at the tip of Cape Yamu overlooking the Andaman Sea and the dramatic limestones of Phang Nga Bay. Interiors by Italian designer Paola Navone offer a unique expression of contemporary Thai luxury, alongside a COMO Shambhala wellness retreat and two world-class restaurants for Thai and Italian cuisine. Its location above the Cape, overlooking Phang Nga Bay, affords 360 degree spectacular Andaman Sea views, but there is no direct beach access. However the resort does have a private COMO Beach Club on a small island, 40 minutes by complimentary boat shuttle from the hotel.<\/p>\n

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      • Hotel website<\/strong>:\u00a0COMO Point Yamu<\/a><\/li>\n
      • Review<\/strong>:\u00a0read my review of COMO Point Yamu\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        7. ANANTARA LAYAN PHUKET RESORT<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n

        Anantara Phuket Layan Resort & Spa is a charming tropical sanctuary in a tranquil bay setting on Phuket\u2019s stunning western coast. The resort opens onto a private stretch of beautiful Layan Beach, where soft white sands are gently lapped by the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea. There are 30 rooms and suites, as well as 47 pool villas in nine uniquely impressive styles, all combining pure indulgence with Anantara\u2019s renowned hospitality. Guests here spend lazy days at the shoreline pool, plunge into a new adventure with thrilling and relaxing water sports, or unwind into signature Anantara Spa journeys.<\/p>\n

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        • Hotel website<\/strong>:\u00a0Anantara Layan Phuket Resort<\/a><\/li>\n
        • Tip<\/strong>: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Virtuoso<\/a> (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast, and a complimentary 60 minutes Thai massage session for up to two).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          6. TRISARA<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n

          Trisara, in Sanskrit “The Garden in the Third Heaven” is one of Phuket Island’s most special resort experience. Wrapped in a tropical forest and exotic gardens, the 48 spacious ocean facing pool villas and 2-6 bedroom private residences all embrace a lovely bay on Phuket’s sophisticated and natural north-western coastline, just 15 minutes from Phuket Airport. All pool villas, suites and residences are designed with rich interiors and enjoy a wonderful sense of privacy. Attention to detail defines the experience throughout the property, including unique natural grey marble infinity pools in all villas and suites which overflow toward the Andaman Sea.<\/p>\n

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          • Hotel website:\u00a0<\/strong>Trisara<\/a><\/li>\n
          • Tip<\/strong>: get complimentary VIP perks when booking via Virtuoso<\/a> (e.g. room upgrade, daily breakfast,\u00a0early check-in, late check-out, and $100 USD resort credit).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            5. KEEMALA PHUKET<\/a><\/strong><\/h5>\n

            Curving shapes and a highly unusual architecture are the inventive dwellings of Keemala, an all pool villa wonderland nestled well away from the Phuket crowds and overlooking Kamala Village and the Andaman Sea. Shaded by an enchanted canopy of rainforest and connected together by a network of jungle walkways, the resort\u2019s 38 villas are designed for guests wishing to experience a rustic, yet lavish, escape. Some villas are built in the canopy, featuring two floors complete with a private pool, upper level master bedroom, and a large lounge and dining area on the lower level.<\/p>\n

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            • Hotel website<\/strong>:\u00a0Keemala<\/a><\/li>\n
            • Other accolades<\/strong>: Keemala also features in my top 10 lists of the\u00a0most instagrammable hotels in the world<\/a>.<\/li>\n
            • Review<\/strong>: read my review of Keemala Phuket here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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