Phuket is the largest island in Thailand. It is surrounded by the Andaman Sea, and its islets, coves and bays, white beaches and championship golf courses make it one of the most popular tourist destinations in Asia. Phuket's tropical climate means golf is enjoyable all year around, but you might want to avoid the rainiest months of September and October. Tourism is big business in Phuket and there is no shortage of world-class, luxury hotels to choose from. Consider a hotel or resort that offers stay-and-play golf packages for a money-saving option.
SALA Phuket Resort & Spa
The SALA Phuket Resort and Spa is located on the northwest shore of Phuket on Mai Khao Beach, surrounded by Sirinath National Park. The hotel has a sandy beach, beachside lawn, three swimming pools and a beachfront restaurant and bar. Most accommodation options at the resort, which includes villas and suites, have private swimming pools, private gardens and open-air bathrooms. The resort will recommend and arrange golfing excursions with transportation to and from the course. After you return from golfing or other activities, have food and drinks at the beach bar, lobby bar or rooftop restaurant with "floating" tables.
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SALA Phuket Resort & Spa
333 Moo 3 Mai Khao Beach
Thalang District
Phuket 83110
Thailand
011 (+66) 76 338 888
www.salaresorts.com/phuket
Le Meridien Khao Lak Beach & Spa Resort
This five-star resort is situated on the edge of the sea along seven miles of sandy beaches. Le Meridien offers 243 rooms, suites and villas. One- and two-bedroom suites include four-poster beds and lounges; some secluded villas enjoy private swimming pools and landscaped gardens. For real luxury, stay in a Residential Villa. These feature private pools and gardens, a personal butler service, a massage gazebo, ocean views, 42-inch plasma screen televisions and fully equipped kitchens. On-site activities include a water slide, scuba lessons, kayaking and catamaran rentals. Elephant trekking tours can be arranged upon request.
Le Meridien Khao Lak Beach & Spa Resort
9/9 Moo 1 Tambol Kuk Kak
Amphur Takua Pa
Khao Lak 82190
Thailand
011 (+66) 76 427 500
www.starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien/property/overview/index.html?propertyID=1847
Outrigger Serenity Terraces Resort
The Outrigger is a five-star beachfront resort located in the business district in southwest Phuket. It offers 78 suites, rooms and beachfront lofts with wireless Internet access and garden or sea views. Some rooms have private swimming pools or sundecks. A butler service is available at the resort. Personalized limousine tours arranged by the hotel are a great way to explore the sights of Thailand. The resort includes the Navasana Well-Being Center, which has a choice of spa treatments. The signature restaurant, Turquoise, serves traditional southern Thai cuisine and fresh local seafood.
Outrigger Serenity Terraces Resort
14 Moo 5 Viset Road
Rawai Sub-District
Muang District
Phuket 83130
Thailand
011 (+66) 76 371 900
www.outrigger.com/hotels-resorts/thailand/phuket/outrigger-serenity-terraces-resort
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Joanne Lewis is a freelance writer who has written for newspapers since 2005. She is currently the editor of a weekly community newspaper in Los Angeles, Calif. Lewis holds a Bachelor of Science in politics from the University of Bristol, England.
