Amanpuri

A vacation at Amanpuri is the stuff dreams are made of. A glorious luxury retreat nestling among coconut groves along the beauty of Thailand’s Phuket coastline, graced by the Andaman Sea, this hotel is an Asian delight.

Location

Amanpuri translates as ‘Peaceful Place,’ which describes this secluded peninsula resort of 43Thai villas and 40 pavilions fanning out on a former coconut plantation. The color scape is pure white sandy beaches, lush tropical greenery, and the marine blue of a gorgeous bay in the Andaman Sea.

Many celebrities and royals appreciate the complex's privacy, and Amanpuri is only 25 km (15.5 Miles) away from Phuket Airport. Nearby are the FantaSea Theme Park and the Green Elephant Sanctuary Park.

Style and Ambience

This renowned resort was the first of the Aman group of global luxury accommodations. Established over 30 years ago, it remains the flagship hotel complex of the Aman properties. 

Noted for spacious and opulent accommodation in beautiful settings with superlative service and hospitality, Amanpuri remains the group's pride. All the villas and pavilions are styled to the height of luxury with Thai architecture and features matching the beautiful Phuket west coast scenery. 

The late architect Ed Tuttle drew on the ancient Ayutthaya style of old Siam to create a timeless quality to this exclusive beach resort. The huge central and individual pavilions echo the pinnacles, wide-eaves, and sunlight-filled properties of Siam’s ancient capital. 

The sense of inner peace and spiritual health is fostered at Amanpuri in the spacious accommodations and relaxing wellness center.

Amenities

Each villa and pavilion has everything needed for a vacation from the stresses of modern life, but the resort offers even more. Beginning at the signature jet-black-tiled infinity pool, guests can progress down a majestic stone stairway to the stunning white Pansea beach. 

Beyond the pleasures of swimming in the aqua waters of the Andaman, jet-skiing and watersports facilities are provided, or yachting trips arranged by the hotel. First-class restaurants are on-site, or a scattering of other eateries and shops are nearby for drifters on long sunny days. 

More energetic guests may prefer the tennis courts or fully-equipped gym and appreciate the deluxe health spa facilities to relax and refresh afterward.

Villas

The accommodations on this Aman Resort have so many luxury features guests may not feel the need to leave them for the whole vacation. Each villa has either a breathtaking view of the Andaman Sea or nestles in the shade of coconut palms and extravagant greenery. 

The price range reflects the number of bedrooms from 1-9 and the views, but the facilities are equally superb in all other respects. These include personal housekeeping staff and chefs, private pools, resting and dining outdoor salas, iPad controlled media rooms, entertainment centers, and mini-bars. 

Pavilions

Built-in the old Siam style, these teak mini-temple-like accommodations have many of the same features as the villas. They also enjoy large sun decks, vast bathrooms with power-showers and deep tubs, original artwork, and white orchids in the Buddhist style of contemplative calm. 

Materials used in villas and pavilions are equally sumptuous with hand-loomed silks and crisp white linens. Large ultra-comfortable beds are standard. For the best views, guests can choose nos. 103-105 or enjoy private plunge-pools in the garden pavilions.

Dining

Mostly outdoors, eating here is about premium fresh ingredients, taste, and textures that blend in with the resort's exquisite style and beauty. 

• ‘Nama’ is a Japanese restaurant based on the finest traditions of washoku cuisine using organic produce, specialty imports from Tokyo/Osaka, and fresh Andaman seafood.

• ‘Arva’ combines rich traditional regional Italian cookery and favors local market-fresh fruits and vegetables, freshly-caught fish, and free-range chicken to create inspired menus. 

• ‘Buabok,’ with its name derived from a lotus-like plant, expresses the resort's ethos. Fragrant, delicate Thai dishes harmonizing with piquant southern Thai curries are served beside the black pool, wherein stars seem to fall at dusk - a fantastic Thai restaurant.

• ‘Pool terrace.’ Here is served delicious grilled fresh fish and seafood, seared meats with seasonal vegetables, and spicy dips in a wonderful setting. Wood-fired pizzas and snacks are also popular at this eatery.

• ‘The Lounge’ is Amanpuri’s Mexican-style restaurant with dishes representing the vibrant, colorful Latin-American cuisine style. Pisco brandy and Latin cocktails complement the food.

Other Dining Options

Vegan, vegetarian and special menus are provided for guests, or private dining can also be arranged to suit individual requests. Romantic candlelit suppers or barbeques on the beach, in private salas, or poolside, can be ordered for any occasion. 

Breakfasts are a special affair, too, with a buffet-style selection of mueslis, tropical fruits, egg-white omelets, smoked salmon, fruity smoothies, and jasmine tea. Coconut Thai cookies and tea break up the afternoons pleasantly. Room service is available daily. 

Spa and Health Center

12 large treatment rooms at the Aman Spa invite guests to leave stresses and worldly cares behind with a range of facials, special body massages, and health programs. 

The spa offers a total wellness package of specialty saunas and steam rooms, hydrotherapy treatments, a Jacuzzi, and a cold plunge pool before an invigorating stress-relieving massage. 

Meditation and yoga express the Buddhist-based calming philosophy of the resort. Weight reducing and cleansing programs with exercise, spa treatments, nutritional advice, and diets can also be personally designed for a short or long stay. 

The hilltop gym is glass-paneled for a wonderful sea view and includes a boxing ring and pilates studio with qualified instructors on hand. Facials, manicures, pedicures, and hairdressing complete the package of wellness benefits.

Families

All-age families are welcomed with many-roomed villas and pavilions, children’s menus, and beach activities. The Eco-Beach Center provides opportunities for children to explore nature and biodiversity. 

Activities are divided between teens and younger children. Skateboarding, watersports, and treasure hunts are just a few of the activities available.

Special Needs

Some of the accommodation has been adapted for wheelchair and special needs guests, with staff appointed to assist.

Takeaway

Amanpuri was designed, as its name implies, as a haven of peace and tranquility. With the Andaman Sea's gorgeous backdrop, it is an ideal resort for guests to achieve that calm and refreshment.