The Slate Hotel  

In northwest Phuket near the airport, this Sa Khu resort is minutes from sand and surf. It’s about a 15‑minute drive to Bang Tao and Mai Khao beaches and just 0.9 mi from Nai Yang Beach. Nearby attractions include Sirinat National Park, Phuket Fantasea and Kathu Waterfall. Family‑friendly and close to transport hubs.

A five‑star resort with contemporary rooms and private balconies or patios. About 185 air‑conditioned rooms feature refrigerators, LED TVs, minibars, bathrobes and thoughtful toiletries. Bathrooms often include separate tubs and rainfall showers; some rooms offer DVD players and outdoor terraces for sea‑breeze mornings.

Three outdoor pools, a swim‑up bar and a full spa with massage and body treatments set the tone. Stay active at the fitness center, yoga area, table tennis and diving club. There’s a library, picnic and barbecue areas, a children’s playroom and a concierge/tour desk to book local excursions.

Complimentary wireless high‑speed internet throughout the property. Four meeting rooms, a computer station, limo/town‑car service and onsite valet parking simplify business travel. Roundtrip airport shuttle is available 24 hours for a surcharge.

Four on‑site restaurants, a cafe and bars serve local cuisine and international dishes, plus a swim‑up bar for poolside cocktails. Buffet breakfast is offered daily (fee, 6:30–10:30) and limited‑hour room service is available for late nights in.