"Located on the upscale northwest coast of Phuket, Trisara feels more like a private community than a resort, with a vibe that attracts celebs like Kate Moss."

"If you can afford to stay here, do so. A tranquil oasis far removed from Patong’s chaos, uber-exclusive Trisara’s villas take in some of Phuket’s most stunning views."

"Among the spacious spa, water sports, tennis, and nearby golf courses, there’s plenty to do, but villa dwellers will find their desires met within their nearly 2,600-square-foot personal oasis." Full review

"While the adults soak in infinity pools overlooking the Andaman Sea, the kids take advantage of the Trisara Kids pavilion." Full review

"Located only 15 minutes from Phuket, this exclusive property is well-designed on a sloping hill between two private headlands.... The property's accommodations feature private infinity edge pools."

"Opulence is the standard at the Trisara resort.The restaurant excels in seafood." Full review

"The property is composed of hotel rooms and one- to six-bedroom suites and villas, all with private pools and at least a glimpse of the Andaman Sea. " Full review

"Elegant ocean villas in the heart of Thalang with private, marble plunge pools and a holistic spa." Full review

"Opulent complex of suites and villas overlooking the Andaman Sea on Phuket’s undeveloped northwestern coastline." Full review

"Privacy is assured and jet-setter levels of luxury are on offer at this tranquil beachside resort on Phuket's classy north-west coast." Full review

"This lovely property was Phuket’s first luxury hotel and is now a part of the Puravarna group. No longer the most luxurious hotel, this nevertheless remains a fine place to stay."

"The three extravagant Royal suites are spectacular offerings with the best views in the house. There are a few connecting rooms." Full review

"The beach’s northern headland is dominated by this long-standing luxurious hotel, whose rooms are raked up the hill amid terraced gardens of bougainvillaea."

"Still a destination for many a transcontinental yachty, Royal Phuket Yacht Club has an air of old-world elegance, especially in its fabulous lobby-bar spinning with ceiling fans."

"Beautifully appointed rooms in a modern Thai style all have balconies overlooking the sea." Full review

"This beach side beauty originally opened in the 1980s and boasts a guest list that reads like a Who’s Who of the time – Roger Moore, Peter Ustinov, Prince Albert of Monaco and French president Jacques Chirac." Full review

"Located on one of Phuket's best beaches, The Nai Harn Phuket is everyone you could possibly want from a 5-star Thai resort." Full review

"The rooms at the Nai Harn are a blast of colour – lime greens rugs, deep purple threads and garlands of pink bougainvillea all pop against a background of blue-green sky and sea – but it’s the comet-like white of Nai Harn beach you’ll most fondly remember"

"Most rooms have large balconies with four-posted sun beds. Villas have a button that, when pushed, immediately alerts your private butler to bring a bottle of champagne. " Full review