Tranquillity takes on a new definition at SALA Phuket Resort and Spa. Nestled in the unspoilt northwest corner of Phuket, this five-star resort sits on the pristine shores of the island’s longest beach, where palm trees sway and white sand begs to be disturbed. Shuttle buses take you to the street-food markets of Phuket Old Town and lively bars of Patong should you wish to visit, but with 22sqkm of the coastal Sirinat National Park to explore, you can build your own Thai adventure.
SALA Phuket is a masterclass in understated elegance and indulgence, with suites and villas that subtly whisper romance through open-air bathrooms and oversized beds you’ll want to sink into. Water-lovers will be spoilt for choice, with three beachfront pools and a collection of pool villas, all just a bucket-throw away from the glittering waters of the Andaman Sea. Spend your days snorkelling, boating or kayaking around the islands of Phang Nga Bay, before retiring to the award-winning spa for a revitalising treatment, or finding your zen with a yoga class on the beachfront. You’ll want to work up an appetite – the food is world-class, starting with pastries and eggs for breakfast, through to Thai favourites and Asian-Med delicacies for dinner. Soak it all in at the open-air SALA restaurant or opt for room service – it’s available until 10pm daily.
