The Sanctuary ThailandvsAnantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villa Resort & Spa
Both The Sanctuary Thailand and Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas ranks significantly better than The Sanctuary Thailand. Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas scores 93 with praise from 7 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Gayot and Rough Guide.
The Sanctuary Thailand
Had Tien Bay, Koh Phangan, Thailand
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"If you’re looking for Alex Garland’s mythical beach, this is about as close as it gets."
DK Eyewitness
"Yoga, massage, meditation, fasting, and colonic irrigation are all offered here, although some guests come here just to escape from the parties and bustle that Ko Phangan is renowned for."
Rough Guide
"The main operation on Hat Thian offers a huge range of basic and luxury en-suite bungalows and
family houses, as well as dorm accommodation (B200–
300), kayaking and good vegetarian..."
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Sanctuary Island Resort is dedicated to wellness, and offers several packages and programs that incorporate yoga, detox cleansing and fasting, natural-healing therapies, and meditation." Full review
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To encourage guest interaction, the resort requests that guests refrain from using electronic devices during dinner and throughout the evening.
Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villa Resort & Spa
5/5 Moo 5, Tong Nai Pan Noi Beach, Ko Phangan 84280, Thailand
From $175/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter
"On the sunrise side of Koh Phangan, an island near Koh Samui that has a hedonistic reputation from its monthly Full Moon Parties, the Anantara Rasananda Resort and Spa is pure beach resort." Full review
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Towering above a pond of stepping stones, the open-air salas and bamboo massage rooms peek out from a cascade of granite boulders — a unique place to get your toes painted, to be sure.
Rough Guide
Star
"Congenial and chic luxury hideaway, with speedboat transfers from Samui. Accommodation is in 60 spacious, contemporary villas and suites, all with their own plunge pool."
Gayot
"A contemporary take on traditional Thai style creates a soothing mood at this island resort."
Mr & Mrs Smith
"For many guests of Anantara Rasananda boutique hotel, it's not the first time they have been to Koh Phangan." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Anantara Rasananda is as lavish as it gets and constitutes a serious challenge to the island’s budget reputation." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Rasananda represents the future of Ko Pha-Ngan." Full review