Best hotels in Thailand

The hideaway hotel

If you’re keen to explore the hustle and bustle of Thailand but want a relaxing base, look no further than The Avista Hideaway Resort and Spa, the ultimate in luxury hotels. Expect gourmet dining, a state-of-the-art spa and the best views on the island thanks to its exclusive hilltop position. Head for a dip in the infinity pool and take in spectacular views over Patong Beach.

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The one on the beach

Get as close to the sand as possible with a stay at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach. Anchored on Tri Trang Beach, the hotel’s set in tropical gardens and is moments away from the sand. It’s not all about the beach here, though. Whip up traditional Thai dishes at a cookery class, undo knots with a traditional Thai massage, or try your hand at flower arranging.

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The adults-only resort

Scooping a prime position right on the beach in Krabi, TUI SENSIMAR Khao Lak Resort and Spa in Krabi has been designed with partners in mind. Look forward to king-size beds, fluffy matching bathrobes and five swimming pools. This resort’s also just a fifteen-minute walk from Khao Lak National Park, where you can spot elephants, tigers, bears and tapirs roaming in the wild.

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The hotel on its own island

Holiday like a VIP with a stay at Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi, a hotel only accessible by boat. Cocooned by towering limestone cliffs and jungle, it's hard to not feel like you’re in another world. Couples’ suites, private villas and rooms with plunge pools are all up for grabs here, too. But, the best bit’s a two-tiered pool that looks out to sea and comes complete with a whirlpool, so you can add bubbles to the beach views.

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The one with private pools on the patio

Pulled up on a secluded beach, the Marriott Resort Phuket Naiyang Beach offers up more than a touch of luxury. Pool villas are available here, as well as swim-up rooms and spa menu longer than your arm. Plus, with the Andaman Kitchen open for buffet and à la carte dining, and the Big Fish – a casual beachfront eatery – you won’t go hungry here, either…

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Lucy Perrin