Phureesala Villa - A7

In Choeng Thale, Thalang — about 6 km from Phuket’s city center — this private-pool villa places you minutes from Surin Beach and Tesco Lotus Cherng Talay. Local draws nearby include Phuket Fantasea, Kathu Waterfall, Tiger Kingdom Phuket and Phuket Adventure Mini Golf.

Rooms are air-conditioned and simple-chic with private pools and balconies. Kitchens come with full-size refrigerators, ovens and stovetops, while bathrooms feature separate showers and deep soaking bathtubs. Expect flat-screen TVs, DVD players and complimentary toiletries — wake up to sea-breeze mornings on your own terrace.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool or unwind in your private in-room pool. There’s a BBQ area for casual meals, a terrace and garden for lounging, plus tour/ticket assistance and airport transfer options. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected while free self-parking makes car travel easy.

Complimentary high-speed wired and wireless internet, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.