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Andara Resort

DESTINATION

Phuket , Thailand

HOTEL TYPE

Resort

LOCATION TYPE

Beach

WHY WE LOVE THIS HOTEL

Privacy: Andara's luxury private villas offer the ultimate in seclusion and discretion, including two members of dedicated staff (a conciege and a personal chef), private facilities and a private infinity pool. If you're looking for peace and relaxation with family and friends, then this is the place for you.

Yachts: The hotel owns two luxury yachts, which offer experiences such as special day trips and intimate on-board dinners. The yachts can be chartered for half-day or full-day trips for up to 15 people, and overnight charters cater for up to 10 people.

Location: A beach pebble's throw from Andara, Kamala Beach is one of Phuket's most beautiful stretches of sand. The waves are calm enough for stand-up paddleboarding from December to April, then provide great surfing conditions from May to November. Located on the west of the island, the sunset views from Kalama are spectacular.

DETAILED DECRIPTION

The beachside Andara resort rests atop a lush hillside on the west coast of Phuket, offering sweeping sea views from its rooms, restaurants and an infinity pool. Andara’s accommodations include a variety of Pool Villas and a mix of Pool Suites, Terrace Suites and Pool Suite Penthouses. The Silk Restaurant & Bar serves contemporary Thai cuisine focusing on locally sourced ingredients, as well as Western comfort foods and a children’s menu. Andara’s Spa has five individual treatment rooms, two couples’ rooms with jacuzzi baths, and a private steam room, with a diverse menu of therapies including Thai, Ayurvedic, Swiss, Javanese and Swedish massage, as well as a variety of scrubs, detox and body treatments. The resort’s state-of-the-art fitness center has the latest free weights and Precor machines and cardio equipment, and both group and individual yoga and aerobic classes are available as well. Andara is a 30-minute drive from Phuket International Airport.

Why We Love This Hotel

DESTINATION

Phuket , Thailand

Hotel Type

Resort

Location Type

Beach

Amenities

24hr room service

banquet facilities

bar/pub

boutiques

concierge

family room

fitness center

fitness classes

kids club

outdoor pool

poolside bar

private beach

restaurant

safety deposit boxes

salon

shuttle service

smoking area

spa

steam room

tennis court

wi-fi in public areas

yoga classes/instruction on site

Choose between a trio of suite options: Terrace, Pool, or Pool Penthouse. If traveli ng in a large group, or you're looking for pure seclusion, enjoy the privacy and dedicate d staff of a Pool Villa. For those looking for a deeper experience, charter a luxu ry vessel, sail overnight through the Andaman Sea and wake to a karst-strewn dawn vie w of Phang Nga Bay.

Terrace Suite

Terrace Suites are 1,646 square feet in size, comprised of one bedroom, an ensuite bathroom, a large dining and living space and a kitchen area, which opens up to a terrace and views of the Andaman Sea. Furnishings include fabrics in Jim Thompson silk, complementing classic overhead fans and polished timber floors. Modern amenities include BOSE sound systems and an LCD TV.

Pool Suite

Pool Suites are 2,303 square feet in size and comprised of one bedroom, an ensuite bathroom, a large dining and living space, a kitchen area, an outdoor terrace with gorgeous views of the Andaman Sea, plus a private pool. Stylish Thai-inspired interiors include Jim Thompson silk and polished timber floors, while contemporary facilities include a BOSE sound system and an LCD TV.

Penthouse Pool Suite

Spread over a generous 3,358 square feet, the two-bedroom Penthouse Pool Suites offer seclusion and discretion. Spaces include two large bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a premium dining and living area, a western-style kitchen, a roof-top deck that opens up to views of the Andaman Sea, as well as a private infinity pool. Enjoy Jim Thompson silks, Thai-style décor, plus modern BOSE sound systems and LCD TVs.

Pool Villa

Andara's Pool Villas cover an impressive 12,486 square feet in total, accommodating between six and 14 guests, ideal for groups traveling together, looking for privacy. Ensuite bedrooms open out to views of the ocean, while dining, living and kitchen areas are spacious, and the stunning private infinity pool is the epitome of relaxation. The three- to seven-bedroom villas also come with two dedicated members of staff, including a personal chef.

Yacht Cabin

Charter Andara's yacht for overnight tours of the gorgeous Phang Nga Bay. The five cabins accommodate up to 10 guests, and the yacht package also includes private land transfers, meals and soft drinks, as well as Marine Park entrance fees.

Lounge by the resort's infinity pool, sipping a cocktail from the poolside bar, then indul ge in holistic treatments at the in-resort spa. Or, head out on a yacht excursion to unsp oiled snorkeling and diving locations before trying your hand at Muay Thai boxing at the gym. Whether you're looking for rest and relaxation, or exciting activities to enjoy, ther e's plenty to see and do at the Andara.

Boutique

Chic and practical resort attire for lounging around the pool, high-end beachwear brands and fashionable souvenirs, the Andara Boutique anticipates the gap in your wardrobe and your suitcase.

Gym

Maintain your fitness goals at the well-appointed resort gym, which includes a range of Preco equipment, gym attendants, as well as group and private classes in disciplines such as Muay Thai boxing, TRX, yoga, pilates, aerobics and tai chi.

Kids Club

From pizza making to arts and crafts, games and storytelling, Andara's Kids Club hosts activities tailor-made to children of all ages.

Salon

Part of the Andara Spa family, the salon offers cuts and hair styling, ideal if you're heading out to dinner or a special occasion, and want to look your best.

Spa

The hotel spa is an ideal hideaway indulgence, offering a diverse menu of treatments inspired by traditional Thai, Ayurvedic, Swiss, Javanese and Swedish healing practices. The spa has five private treatment rooms with showers, two couples rooms and one Thai massage room. Treatments can also be enjoyed in-suite or in-villa, upon request.

Swimming Pool

The gorgeous outdoor infinity-style swimming pool stretches out to views of Kamala Beach and also includes a poolside bar.

Tennis Court

Channel your inner Serena Williams with a serve on the Andara tennis court, working up a sweat in the sunshine.

Wine Boutique

Shop for a vintage that speaks to you - an anniversary or birthday gift, or simply select a tipple to treat yourself to vino with an ocean view, in the spirit of la dolce vita.

Yachts

The resort owns two private motor yachts (91 by 114 feet), which offer excursions such as private island hopping, snorkeling and diving trips. The boats have on-board catering facilities for romantic sunset cruises and special celebratory dinners.