Discreetly tucked amid dense foliage in one of the world’s most coveted destinations, Thailand’s Andara Resort & Villas rises on a gently sloping hillside overlooking Phuket’s Kamala Beach. Oversized suites – most with their own private infinity pool – and ultra-luxe villas assure home-away-from-home comfort. Private terraces complement every accommodation for a truly indoor-outdoor atmosphere that embraces sunrise-to-sunset views of the Andaman Sea.
In a destination already known for its warmth and generous hospitality, friendly, attentive service epitomizes relaxed luxury here. Guest services create bespoke experiences, Andara Spa’s skilled therapists pamper, and the fitness center’s instructors await to help you keep your fitness routine, even in paradise. But there’s value in lounging, too, and a day spent at the pool or on the silky sand of Kamala Beach is an ideal way to soak in the island’s ubiquitous natural beauty.
An award-winning blend of Thai and Western cuisine is on the menu at Silk, while La Seta mixes things up with enticing Italian fare. For a little more privacy, personal chefs will create an intimate dinner for two or a poolside family barbecue at your suite or villa, but a must for every guest is a Thai cooking class in the resort’s cooking studio – a delicious way to recreate the magic of your visit through the flavors of Thailand.
Star Treatment
If the call of the Andaman Sea is too alluring to ignore, Andara Resort & Villas invites guests aboard Celebrity, the resort’s 107-foot luxury motor yacht. Day excursions set off to secluded hidden gems for unrivaled snorkeling and sunbathing on pristine beaches, while overnight journeys sail to exotic destinations farther afield, including the Phi Phi Islands, whose iconic beauty has starred in numerous films including, fittingly, The Beach.