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<p>Look no further for an elegant and sophisticated seaside that channels the beauty of Thailand’s favorite island destination. Right beside the golden sands of Kamala Beach, the award-winning InterContinental Phuket Resort is cocooned by jungle-covered hills at one end, but also offers a lovely vantage point for taking in tropical sunsets over the Andaman Sea. The modern architecture of this sustainability-minded resort comes sprinkled with details from local legends.</p>
<p>Each of the 221 rooms, suites, and villas are decorated in rich hues and warm wood tones, creating elegantly chic spaces that feature charming touches of the locale. Spacious hillside Classic rooms start from 40-plus square meters; some afford mountain views and face the rising sun, others overlook the resort gardens, while those on the ground floor offer direct pool access. Closer to the beach, guests booked into premium rooms and suites can unwind at the Club InterContinental Lounge &amp; Pool—a relaxing backdrop for complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails and canapés. Aside from the Lagoon villas, the property’s expansive one- to three-bedroom villas feature their own private pools.</p>
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<p>InterContinental Phuket also promises memorable culinary experiences in seven dining outlets, including two Michelin Guide–recommended restaurants: hom, a temple to fermentation where dishes are prepared with fresh ingredients sourced from all over the island, and Jaras for authentic Thai flavors combined with modern techniques. Pinto serves international fare in a marketplace-inspired setting, while those in the mood for Japanese cuisine should head to the award-winning Tengoku restaurant, whose mouthwatering specialties take their cues from Osaka’s vibrant food culture. Devas’ Lounge is the place to enjoy afternoon tea; 333 At The Beach plates up gourmet sea-to-table fare and creative plant-based delights inspired by Phuket. Over at Pine Beach Bar, patrons will get to savor craft cocktails, artisanal pizzas, and light bites with their toes in the sand.</p>
<p>After an active day spent exploring the myriad attractions of Phuket, deeper relaxation awaits at the luxurious Sati Spa. Results-driven treatments inspired by Asian wellness traditions utilize products from luxury brands such as Thailand’s homegrown Harnn and Anne Semonin from Paris. Holidaymakers have five swimming pools to choose from, and an on-site gym comes stocked with state-of-the-art Life Fitness equipment; professional trainers are available for private sessions.</p>
<p>InterContinental Phuket welcomes travelers of all ages. Parents with little ones can depend on supervised childcare at Planet Trekkers Kids Club, the resort’s jungle-themed hideout where interactive activities will both delight and entertain junior guests. Aside from signing up for Thai cooking classes and lessons in Muay Thai, guests can play ball on the tennis court, join guided yoga sessions, and embark on an off-site cycling tour.</p>
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<p class="breakout-box-text">Make your stay at InterContinental Phuket Resort even more memorable by booking the <a href="https://phuket.intercontinental.com/offer/island-escape">Island Escape</a> offer, valid for reservations of between two and four nights. Save up to 25 percent on accommodation and you’ll also receive complimentary daily breakfast for two, as well as a bonus resort credit of THB 2,000 net per stay to use on dining or spa experiences, and complimentary Wi-Fi. This deal lets you earn points for IHG One Rewards, qualifying nights, and Milestone rewards. Cancellation is free seven days before arrival.</p>
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InterContinental Phuket Resort

<p>There are plenty of reasons to check in to Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, not the least of which are location, location, location. Tucked discreetly behind one of Asia’s largest shoppingand-entertainment complexes, the hotel is connected via footbridge to the upscale Siam Paragon mall, where the Siam BTS skytrain station provides easy access to other attractions in the Thai capital.</p>
<p>Visiting families, meanwhile, will appreciate the property’s resort-style ambience and trio of lushly landscaped swimming pools, which combine to make this an unexpectedly tranquil sanctuary in the heart of Bangkok.</p>
<p>Most of the hotel’s 397 rooms and suites overlook the gardens, many with the benefit of a balcony. In the newly upgraded Garden Wing, groundfloor Cabana rooms and Duplex Cabana suites come with direct pool access and<br />
gorgeously refreshed interiors that extend from their intimate living rooms to bathrooms fitted with freestanding tubs and separate rain showers.</p>
<p>Guests staying in any of the two-story Duplex Cabanas, which feature fourposter beds and hanging rattan basket chairs, are also entitled to Executive Lounge privileges, including complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening cocktails.</p>
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<p>The adjacent fitness center includes steam and sauna facilities, a jacuzzi, Technogym equipment, and a dedicated room where guests can join complimentary classesin step aerobics, body stretching, and Muay Thai.</p>
<p>There’s also more than enough to keep gourmands satisfied. Overseen by Italian chef Carlo Valenziano, ALATi draws influence from across the Mediterranean in dishes ranging from truffle-and-cheese pide to chicken tagineand lobster ravioli; the restaurant also hosts an indulgent Sunday brunch. The 1897 Lounge, located<br />
just off the hotel’s dramatic, 14-meter-tallmarbled lobby, offers alavish afternoon tea experience.</p>
<p>And then there’s one-Michelinstarred restaurant Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin, where an exquisite, seasonally changing menu conceived by acclaimed Danish chef Henrik Yde Andersen puts an avant-garde spin on Thai fine dining.</p>
<p>Another reason to visit? Despite Siam Kempinski’s grand scale, the service here is as warm and personable as it gets.</p>
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Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok

<p>This beautiful addition to the Chao Phraya riverfront debuted in 2020 with just 101 guest rooms, suites, and villas, all of which enjoy front-row views of the Thai capital’s historic waterway. Part of the ultra-luxurious Chao Phraya Estate development in Charoenkrung, it marks a stunning debut in Thailand for the Capella brand, whose handful of other properties in the region have all earned high praise from travelers.</p>
<p>Capella Bangkok is no exception. Occupying lovely grounds downstream from the bustle of Sathorn Pier, the hotel—more of an urban resort, really—makes the most of its location with a pared-back design that embraces the river.</p>
<p>Dressed in pale woods and palettes of cream and beige, the rooms are calm and collected, with picture windows and balconies that bring the Chao Phraya into full view. The third-floor Verandah suites are particularly inviting, with large outdoor terraces that boast an intimate lounge sala and jacuzzi plunge pool.</p>
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<p>For those looking to splash out on the city’s first-ever riverfront villas, there are seven to choose from, each with 259 square meters of indoor and outdoor space, a tropical garden, and a jacuzzi of its own. Like the suites, they are also attended round-the-clock by a Capella Culturist, or personal concierge, who can arrange everything from cultural tours to <span style="background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);">dining </span>reservations and fast-track airport VIP services.</p>
<p>A branch of Capella’s Auriga Wellness spa (named for a constellation in the northern celestial hemisphere) is on hand for guests’ wellness needs. The soothing enclave draws on traditional and cutting-edge contemporary approaches to healing in a range of personalized treatments that tap into the restorative properties of local ingredients such as mung bean, black sesame, and riceberry.</p>
<p>Signature Thai therapies include Tok Sen, which involves the rhythmic tapping of a wooden hammer along the body’s energy lines, and Luk Pra Kob, a massage that uses herbal compresses to soothe and release tension.</p>
<p>Capella Bangkok’s impressive restaurant lineup is led by Côte by Mauro Colagreco, whose namesake Argentinian chef is also behind three-Michelin-starred Mirazur in Nice, France. A Riviera-inspired dining experience, it’s already snagged a Michelin star of its own. Elsewhere on the property, riverside restaurant Phra Nakhon focuses on southern Thai cuisine, while Stella serves meticulously crafted cocktails and desserts in a boudoir-inspired setting.</p>
<p>Overlooking a lily pond and the Chao Phraya beyond, the lobby’s Tea Lounge rounds out the culinary offerings with daytime refreshments and high teas.</p>
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Capella Bangkok

<p>Undeniably romantic yet family-friendly at its core, the Kimpton brand’s first resort in Southeast Asia opens out to the quiet north end of Koh Samui’s Choeng Mon Beach. It’s just the place to spend quality time with loved ones, be it through relaxed meals, leisurely swims in the Olympic-size infinity pool, or the myriad activities on offer at this idyllic retreat modeled after a seaside fishing village.</p>
<p>A laid-back, contemporary style characterizes the 138 rooms and pool villas, where pieces by local artisans and driftwood elements lend an air of rusticity. With spacious bedrooms, views of the water, and creature comforts like custom-made bath products by Thai aromatherapy brand HARNN, guests will feel right at home. Couples seeking more privacy can book one of the 21 oceanfront and garden villas, which all feature daybeds and their own pools.</p>
<p>Kids and adults alike will love the casual-chic Boho Thai Lifestyle Café for the extensive menus featuring Thai and Western favorites, not to mention its all-day breakfast, afternoon tea, and themed dinners. LANAI Bar &amp; Lounge, meanwhile, is a cozy, wicker-furnished spot for couples to sip on finely made cocktails. FishHouse serves up indulgent ocean-fresh seafood to be enjoyed indoors or outdoors on an inviting terrace. Shades Ocean Lounge &amp; Bar delivers light bites and summery drinks beside the main pool, while HOM Baking Company offers baked treats, specialty teas, and cold-pressed juices.</p>
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<p><span style="background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);">At Pimãanda by HARNN, the in-house spa and wellness center, treatments incorporate sea-inspired elements and touches of local island culture. These blissful spa rituals are ideal for marking a special occasion or simply pampering your significant other; the inclusion of two hourlong kids’ therapies ensures that all the family can join in.</span></p>
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<p>And that’s just one of the many ways the resort takes care of its youngest guests. The nautically themed Junio Kids’ Club has an ever-changing roster of activities to keep even the most active children entertained, from tie-dye and umbrella painting to kid’s yoga. There’s also an outdoor playground complete with swings and seesaws. Better yet, the main pool has shallow areas with foosball, ping-pong, and pool tables for an extra dose of fun, not to mention mini-water slides nearby. No matter which age they may be, Kimpton Kitalay Samui is bound to make the little ones feel special.</p>
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Kimpton Kitalay Samui

<p>While its prime location at the tranquil southern end of Chaweng Beach remains as alluring as ever, the former Centara Grand Beach Resort Samui has been totally reimagined and upgraded as the debut property of the Centara Reserve brand, a new collection of luxury hotels from Thailand’s Centara Hotels &amp; Resorts that is committed to delivering a highly personalized experience.</p>
<p>Still distinguished by the classic colonial-inspired facade of its predecessor, Centara Reserve Samui has been transformed by the stylish AvroKO group into a contemporary haven of 184 redesigned rooms, pool suites, and beachfront pool villas that blend contemporary comfort with Thai design elements. There is a story behind every detail, providing guests with an immersive experience that invites them to write stories of their own. There are no less than 13 room types to choose from, with each room featuring a private balcony or terrace overlooking the ocean; suites and villas are attended by a dedicated Reserve Host, Centara’s unique take on butler service. For even more exclusivity, there’s The Reserve Ocean Pool Villa, a 501-square-meter beachside abode that is the plus ultra of sophisticated island living.</p>
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<p><span style="background-color: var(--global--color-background); color: var(--global--color-primary); font-family: var(--global--font-secondary); font-size: var(--global--font-size-base);">Centara Reserve Samui’s recreational facilities include several swimming pools, including a free-form beachfront pool with a poolside bar, an adults-only infinity pool, and a children’s zone and wet playground so the whole family can splash out. There’s also a first-class fitness center fitted with the latest equipment, a yoga pavilion, as well as Reserve Spa Cenvaree, where skilled therapists deliver hand-picked treatments that utilize freshly blended oils and clays infused with ingredients grown at a dedicated herb garden.</span></p>
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