Expect world-class service, outstanding amenities, and a satisfying dining experience when staying at the best beach resorts in Thailand.
Thailand is a tropical paradise for sun-seekers, home to some of the world’s most picturesque islands and incredibly stunning beaches. And although the stunning coastline is Thailand’s biggest draw, the country also draws visitors for its rich culture and delectable cuisines.
Indeed, Thailand has something to offer all kinds of tourists, so it’s no wonder why it’s becoming one of the world’s most visited destinations. The increasing boom in tourism has also increased the number of luxury resorts in Thailand. Some are nestled in famous islands like Phuket, while others are in quieter and more remote areas.
If you’re searching for a luxury resort on your next vacation to the Southeast Asian nation, this list will get you covered. Below, we’ve listed the top Thailand beach resorts guaranteed to provide you with a holiday you’ll remember for the rest of your life!
Also, be sure to read my guides for a 10-Day Thailand Itinerary, Thailand Music Festivals, Liveaboards in Thailand, and 2-Day Bangkok Itinerary for more epic trip-planning inspiration!
Phulay Bay, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Where: Krabi Province, Thailand
Price: $474+ per night
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https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/phulay-bay
Overlooking the glistening waters of Phang Nga Bay, Phulay Bay is one of the most beautiful beach resorts in Thailand, with a design featuring Krabi’s Muslim heritage. A stunning pavilion surrounded by swimming pools and high stone walls welcomes you. Although the hotel’s rocky beach is not ideal for swimming, they can arrange a boat to take you to some of Thailand’s most gorgeous islands, Phi Phi Island or Hong Island.
Phulay Bay has over fifty spacious villas with splendid interiors. For ultimate luxury, stay in the Reserve Pool Villa, with a large swimming pool and an outdoor bathroom in a private garden. You’ll wake up to a generous breakfast buffet of tropical fruits, bread, pastries, and more.
Credit: Phulay Bay, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Six Senses Yao Noi
Where: Phang Nga Province, Thailand
Price: $723+ per night
https://www.booking.com/hotel/th/six-senses-hideaway-yao-noi.en-gb.html
https://www.sixsenses.com/en/resorts/yao-noi
Nestled between Phuket and Krabi, Six Senses Yao Noi offers the perfect base for a relaxing beach holiday in Thailand. It’s ideal for travelers looking for beach relaxation and adventure without the busy tourist crowds you’ll find at other resorts. The luxury resort is next to a cliff overlooking the stunning Phang Nga Bay.
All villas have a private sun terrace and pool. You’ll also have a personal butler for an even more luxurious experience. The most spacious accommodation is the Beachfront Pool Villa Suite, which has an infinity edge pool, sun loungers, daybeds, and a covered outdoor dining area – the perfect choice for couples celebrating a special occasion.
Credit: Six Senses Yao Noi
Trisara Phuket
Where: Phuket Province, Thailand
Price: $881+ per night
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For a luxury beach holiday in Phuket, stay in Trisara and be treated to the breathtaking views of the Andaman Sea. It has a collection of lavish pool villas all facing the sea. The resort has a small private beach enclosed by lush headlands, perfect for couples needing privacy and seclusion.
As one of the most luxurious beach resorts in Thailand, expect first-class service and amenities at Trisara. Aside from the 48-meter pool with sun loungers, the resort has a lavish spa, the Jara Wellness, with six treatment rooms that open to superb ocean views, offering relaxing treatments like thermal therapy and skin-detoxing sessions.
Credit: Trisara Phuket – Thailand Beach Resort
Aleenta Phuket Resort & Spa
Where: Phuket Province, Thailand
Price: $343+ per night
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https://www.aleenta.com/phuket/
Believed to be a favorite of A-listers, including the Beckhams, Aleenta Phuket Resort & Spa is located at Natai Beach in Phang Nga, about an hour and a half drive from Phuket. You’ll love the eye-catching contemporary design of the resort’s standard suites, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the private infinity pools and tropical gardens with outdoor showers and whirlpool baths.
For a truly relaxing stay, take advantage of the relaxing treatments at the waterfront spa, which incorporate soothing waves for healing along with traditional Thai massages. You don’t have to leave the resort for dinner as it has an in-house restaurant with dishes prepared by a French chef who expertly preps Thai classics like pad thai and some Western dishes.
Credit: Aleenta Phuket Resort & Spa
The BARAI by Hyatt
Where: Hua Hin, Thailand
Price: $485+ per night
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Hua Hin is an ideal destination for a beach holiday in Thailand. It’s also home to some of the best beach resorts in Thailand, such as the BARAI by Hyatt, which sits south of central Hua Hin along a stunning stretch of fine white sands. You’ll love the impressive design of this resort that seems like you’re entering a Moroccan kasbah. The suites are equally impressive, housed in a wooden villa.
Service and facilities are top-notch, with a personal butler at your disposal. When you don’t feel like swimming at the beach, take advantage of the 30-meter pool with a palatial enclosure. But the highlight of your stay would be the spacious spa, with 18 treatment rooms hidden in the maze of courtyards and corridors.
Credit: The BARAI by Hyatt
Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Beach Resort
Where: Koh Samui, Thailand
Price: $220+ per night
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https://www.anantara.com/en/lawana-koh-samui/
When heading to Koh Samui for a beach holiday, you’ll most likely find yourself at Chaweng Beach, a long and spacious sandy beach. At the north end of this beach is Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, one of the most luxurious beach resorts in Thailand. The beautifully landscaped resort exudes a contemporary luxury vibe featuring Thai and Chinese designs.
Anantara Lawana Koh Samui offers spacious standard rooms spread on two floors of a Thai-style house. The rooms on the ground floor come with plunge pools with open-air rain showers. Indulge in delectable meals and drinks at the Ocean Kiss restaurant, serving Thai food and international dishes. Other amenities include a 25-meter pool overlooking the stunning ocean views and a spa with six treatment rooms.
Credit: Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Beach Resort
Sri Panwa Phuket Luxury Pool Villa Hotel
Where: Phuket Province, Thailand
Price: $346+ per night
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As the top destination for a beach holiday in Thailand, Phuket is home to some of the best beach resorts in Thailand. One of the resorts that stand out is Sri Panwa Phuket, which overlooks the breathtaking views of Cape Panwa, the headland where the resort sits. Sri Panwa is all about privacy and glamour, offering a perfect setting for couples seeking tranquility away from the tourist crowds.
Of all the accommodations in Sri Panwa, the luxury pool villas are the show-stealer. They are spacious and exude a certain warmth, complete with comfy couches and complemented by bright wood paneling and spacious bathrooms. One of the highlights of the facilities and amenities in this resort is the 50-meter pool, although guests rarely use it since all rooms and villas have pools.
Credit: Sri Panwa Phuket Luxury Pool Villa Hotel
Samujana Villas
Where: Koh Samui, Thailand
Price: $819+ per night
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If you’re heading to Koh Samui to celebrate a special occasion, stay in one of the walled villas of Samujana Villas. Offering a holiday experience you’ll never forget, Samujana Villas is undoubtedly one of the best beach resorts in Thailand. It’s nestled on a headland with some villas facing the panoramic views of the coast.
You’ll absolutely love the style and character each villa exudes, all featuring white and granite walls with a spacious terrace. Everything in this resort screams luxury – from the sunken seating areas to a splendid infinity pool. And if that’s not enough, Samujana can arrange private excursions in their 43-foot catamaran, complete with food and wine – a perfect way to celebrate with the love of your life.
Credit: Samujana Villas
Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket
Where: Phuket, Thailand
Price: $178+ per night
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https://www.centarahotelsresorts.com/centaragrand/cpbr
Nestled in a secluded and quiet corner of Phuket’s Karon Beach, Centara Grand Phuket is one of the most family-friendly luxury beach resorts in Thailand. You can guarantee top-notch services and excellent amenities when staying in this resort, including a water park surrounded by beautiful gardens. Perfect for families, Centara Grand’s water park has a lazy river, waterslides, waterfalls, and a children’s pool with a slide.
Being a family-friendly hotel, Centara Grand can arrange fun activities for kids, such as drawing, painting, and arts and crafts. While the smaller kids play at the kid’s club, older kids can have fun at the beach. Aside from swimming, they can enjoy windsurfing, snorkeling, kayaking, and more!
Credit: Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket
SALA Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort
Where: Phuket, Thailand
Price: $189+ per night
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https://www.salahospitality.com/phuket/
Sala Phuket exudes sophistication with its bright, simple, and contemporary design, complemented by excellent amenities. The villas stand close to each other but are separated by high walls and tree-lined paths, offering a sense of privacy. The standard balcony rooms are bright and spacious, with light grey concrete walls and floors, giving off a soothing effect. They all have the usual amenities like a TV, a safe, and a minibar, but rooms downstairs have small pools.
Dine at the Sala Restaurant, which sits next to a spacious lawn with pools. For a more romantic dining experience, head to the rooftop, surrounded by stunning sunset views. One of the luxury amenities to look forward to during your stay is the Sala Spa, with five treatment rooms, although you can also request a massage by the beach.
Credit: SALA Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort
Rayavadee
Where: Krabi Province, Thailand
Price: $487+ per night
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Featuring jungle-style pavilions dotted on the lush jungles of Krabi Marine National Park, Rayavadee is a gorgeous beach resort in Thailand surrounded by dramatic limestone cliffs and crystal-clear ocean waters of the Andaman Coast. And while the beaches are not private, they rarely get busy, so you can still enjoy some privacy.
Rayavadee’s mushroom-domed villas and pavilions set amidst the lush jungle will make your beach holiday to Thailand unforgettable. Some have private pools or hot tubs, while all come with a shower and bath. The antique oak furniture perfectly complements the villa’s terracotta and white wash walls.
Credit: Rayavadee – Krabi Thailand Beach Resorts
Buri Rasa Village Koh Phangan
Where: Koh Phangan, Thailand
Price: $133+ per night
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https://www.burirasa.com/phangan/
Buri Rasa is a luxurious resort on Koh Pangan’s remote northeast coast. The rooms are arranged like a small village, facing the ocean, featuring European-style design with a few Thai touches. Fitted with comfy mattresses set on wooden platforms with mosquito nets, you will feel like royalty when staying in Buri Rasa.
Aside from the usual room amenities like an air conditioning system, satellite TV, and minibar, the rooms feature aesthetic touches like hanging lamps and comfortable seating. Head to the beach to enjoy water sports like paddle boarding and kayaking. But if you want to escape the heat, head to the free-form pool, nicely surrounded by lush greenery.
Credit: Buri Rasa Village Koh Phangan
Santiburi Beach Resort & Spa
Where: Koh Samui, Thailand
Price: $286+ per night
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Nestled in a well-manicured garden facing a palm-fringed beach, Santiburi Beach Resort & Spa exudes contemporary luxury, offering beautiful rooms and villas ideal for family getaways or romantic escapes. The expansive garden resort boasts rooms and villas decorated in the classic Thai style, with an air of luxurious formality.
Enjoy exceptional service and facilities during your stay. Indulge in a refreshing dip at Santiburi’s circular pool, considered one of the largest pools on the island. Aside from having a large gym, the resort offers yoga classes and Muay Thai training lessons. Head to the beach and take advantage of the kayaks, standup paddleboards, and other water sports facilities.
Credit: Santiburi Beach Resort & Spa
Mangata Boutique Bungalows
Where: Koh Phangan, Thailand
Price: $125+ per night
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https://www.mangataphangan.com/
Located on the island of Koh Phangan, Mangata Boutique Bungalows offers cozy bungalows arranged around a pool along Hing Kong beach on the west coast of Koh Phangan. Having only five thatched-roofed huts, Mangata Boutique Bungalows can guarantee personalized and more intimate service during your stay.
The huts at Mangata Boutique Bungalows are well-spaced, offering a sense of privacy with a homey village feel. All bungalows look simple from the outside, but once you get inside, you’ll appreciate the luxurious interiors of these spacious huts. Each hut features comfy king-sized beds, a fridge, a hairdryer, and all the other basic amenities.
Credit: Mangata Boutique Bungalows
The Surin, Phuket
Where: Phuket, Thailand
Price: $261+ per night
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https://www.thesurinphuket.com/
Sitting along the stunning stretch of Pansea Beach in Phuket, Surin is one of the most stunning 5-star beach resorts in Thailand. Offering luxury cottages – some sitting on a hillside while others have ocean views, the Surin is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing beach holiday in Phuket.
Outside the beachfront cottages is a sundeck overlooking the stunning bay with plenty of chairs to lounge around as you watch the sunset. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a spa, in-house restaurants, and cafes. Of course, numerous water sports are on offer, from windsurfing to paddleboarding and more!
Credit: The Surin, Phuket
