Are you physically here but mentally on a holiday in Thailand? We’ve found some of the best Thai resorts to suit different types of vacation vibes from a hot spot hotel stay in Phuket to a relaxed romantic retreat.
Best Thai resort in Koh Samui
Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui is set on a secluded 28 acres wrapped around a private bay, this five star wellness resort in Koh Samui’s northeast corner is located right on the beach. While there are 14 different suite or villa options, all have one thing in common which is also why we rate this one of the best Thai resorts in Koh Samui – the chance to get in an outdoor tub and relax looking out over the ocean.
The resort facilities are also diverse, attracting guests who want to keep fit at the gym, yoga studio or on the tennis court, along with families looking for a stay with a kids’ club. There’s also a co-working space, handicraft store, three restaurants and a bar. In addition, the resort has two pool areas, one for ages 14 and up found halfway up the hillside on the pathway from the beach to the villas. The 200 metre private beachfront, meanwhile, is a haven for water sports (non-motorised only!(. Guests can make use of complimentary hobie catamarans, windsurfers, kayaks, paddle boards and snorkelling equipment. The resort’s beach boys will help beginners too.
If there’s one experience to add to your list while here, it’s a self-care session at the resort’s 8lements Spa. Here you’ll also find an onsen, with soothing thermal waters to help ease stress and promote deep relaxation. The signature spa treatments include invigorating massages and calming rituals based on traditional Thai wellness.
Peaceful hotel stay in Phuket
Patong is a place where the beach meets the streets, meaning you can spend your day on the sand before walking into a lively tourism town filled with shops, restaurants, bars and clubs.
While a stay at M Social Hotel Phuket is positioned in a prime spot to explore this popular hotspot, it also provides a bright and modern place to escape and relax. The hotel has walls painted with ocean-themed artworks, a day spa, state-of-the-art fitness centre, and two outdoor swimming pools. Additionally, Patong Beach is just a short stroll away from the 418 rooms and suites.
Other places nearby to explore include Phuket Old Town and the Big Buddha. In the evenings and on Sundays, markets turn the streets into a foodie’s and shopaholic’s paradise.
For a more intimate evening, this hotel stay in Phuket also has a Japanese restaurant on the property called Bincho Izakaya. Gather around the venue’s central bar to try some different sake and cocktails. And make sure to grab a few casual bites or dishes prepared at the robatayaki live counter and sushi bar.
Thailand mountain resort
Set in the foothills of the lush mountains that play host to Northern Thailand’s vibrant culture and ancient temples is the Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai. The retreat is perfectly positioned to embrace tranquillity and the power of wellness restoration.
Built to protect the local ecosystem, the low-rise property merges modern and traditional Thai design. You can stay in one of the 44 rooms and suites or the pool residences. However, the star of the accommodation offerings is a four-bedroom villa made from restored antique golden teak carefully reassembled into a beautiful Thai abode.
At the Ayurah Wellness Centres, you can embark on a restorative journey through six holistic tailor-made programmes. These wellness-focused Thailand holidays incorporate a variety of focuses, from natural Thai medicine and healing to self-love and yoga. There’s also complimentary yoga each day, Qi Gong, meditation and mindfulness classes.
The Aleenta’s holistic wellness approach also incorporates bespoke nutritionist-led plans with full plant-based options and wellness cooking classes. The Garden restaurant showcases a nutritious take on Northern Thai Lanna cuisine with a Western twist. To further help guests achieve balance and wellness at the Thailand mountain resort, there’s also a resident “master healer”, doctor, nurse and nutritionist on hand.
Head over heels for this honeymoon package
With a view of the gulf of Thailand and only a few steps from the beach, Aleenta Hua Hin-Pranburi is a honeymooners’ paradise found in Pak Nam Pran bay. While it goes without saying that the location alone will conjure plenty of those perfect romantic vibes, you can ramp things up with the Hua Hin Romantic Getaway Package.
The deal includes a two-night stay, daily breakfast (including a one-time breakfast served in-room or as a “floating” breakfast in the pool), a one-hour spa treatment each day and a night with pre-dinner drinks and a romantic dinner on the beach.
Lovers’ paradise in Phuket
Just 25 minutes north of Phuket airport, Aleenta Phuket-Phang Nga is a boutique resort providing breezy vacation vibes and plenty of opportunities to fall in love all over again. For example, the resort’s honeymoon package starts with couples finding a rose bouquet and a bottle of sparkling wine when they enter their beachfront villa or suite.
Also included in these romantic Thailand holidays are gourmet breakfasts every morning and a one-hour spa treatment each day. During your three nights in loved-up luxury, you can also choose an evening for romantic pre-dinner drinks and a dinner for two on the beach.
Thailand holidays offering a fresh taste for foodies
With a plant-based menu, Thai ingredients and an Italian chef, there’s certainly going to be something new for every foodie at Seasons, Thailand’s first ever completely plant-based fine-dining eatery. As one of the best Thai resort restaurants, there’s only eight tables and direct views of the Andaman Sea and an intimate setting that draws on the beauty of nature both on and off the menu.
Located at Aleenta Phuket-Phang Nga, the primary focus for Chef Luca Mancini is to support local agricultural businesses, minimise the restaurant’s ecological footprint and create an innovative and health-conscious menu. This is why the restaurant creates new menus in alignment with Thailand’s three seasons – wet, hot and cool.
Staple ingredients at Seasons include rice from a farm run by the same family for four generations. Their strain of rice is high in nutrients like Omega 9, which can help to lower cholesterol and improve circulation. The restaurant also sources tofu made using a secret recipe passed down for generations. Also, the homegrown Thai “grape seaweed” is from a nearby plantation. Signature dishes using these ingredients include a creamy risotto with flavours of the sea and a rich chocolate mousse made from white tofu.
To find a getaway that suits what you want out of your Thailand holidays, visit aleenta.com.
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