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The first resort area to be developed, Patong is Phuket’s largest and most popular beach. An expansive 3,000 metres of white soft sand extends around a curving bay fringed by two rocky headlands on the west coast.

Holiday Inn Phuket has a perfect location along the main beachfront road which extends around the beach, close to shops and nightlife.Set in its own grounds, it has easy beach access, literally across the road, while offering a secluded and private retreat.

In the town area which extends away from the beach, Patong has plenty to do and see, with shopping, excellent restaurants and a vibrant nightlife providing plenty of diversions for an excellent holiday.

Splendidly set amid this island paradise, is the Holiday Inn Resort Phuket, conveniently located just 15 minutes from Phuket town and standing in its own secluded grounds just a step away from the island’s most popular beach, Patong. Whether you seek lazy times by the pool soaking up an enviable tan, active thrills with a host of waterspout activities, or serendipitous discoveries exploring the island, Holiday Inn Resort Phuket places you perfectly in the sun. Come evening, you’ll find Patong alive with a colourful kaleidoscope of entertainment

Roomrate:

ROOM TYPES :

• STANDARD ROOM
• DELUXE POOL VIEW
• STUDIO POOL VILLA
• VILLA POOL VIEW
• VILLA POOL ACCESS

Stay in total tropical ease
Choose your style of resort comfort with accommodation either in the hotel’s 265-room Main Wing or in our Busakorn Wing which offers 140 studio and villa rooms. Whichever your preference you’ll appreciate the luxury of space, including private balcony or terrace, and elegantly designed interiors furnished for every ease and convenience. There is a choice of either king-size or two queen-size beds, while in-room amenities include TV with satellite channels, tea/coffee making facilities, minibar and IDD telephone. Décor throughout reflects a contemporary Thai theme, with clean simple lines that ensure a relaxing ambience. For the ultimate in spacious living, Holiday Inn Resort Phuket also provides twenty-five well-appointed suites, including Family Suites and Kidsuites.

STANDARD ROOM

Room Amenities :

• 33.6 m2
• Twin beds 145cm. x 210cm.
• Air conditioning
• Private bath, toilet & shower
• IDD telephone / voicemail
• Multi channel radio / alarm clock
• Private balcony
• Refrigerator
• Satellite TV
• In room safe
• Coffee & tea making facilities
• Hair dryer

STANDARD ROOM ( With King Size Bed )

Room Amenities :

• 33.6 m2
• King size bed 210cm. x 200cm.
• Air conditioning
• Private bath, toilet & shower
• IDD telephone
• Multi channel radio / alarm clock
• Private balcony
• Refrigerator
• Satellite TV ]
• In room safe
• Coffee & tea making facilities
• Hair dryer

DELUXE POOL VIEW

These 55 m2 pool and sea-facing rooms are the latest in luxury, with all you need and more! Over-sized king-size beds, great views from a generous balcony, fabulous bathrooms for total indulgence.

As well as the new modern interior, comfortable curvy sofa and stylish colour accents, Deluxe Seaview rooms also have the 21st century essentials. Plasma TV screen, DVD player, in-room digital safe, complimentary mini-bar and absolutely fabulous bathrooms! The huge 4 x 4 metre bathrooms feature a luxurious screen of folding mirrors alongside the oversized bath.

STUDIO POOL VIEW

Relax in the understated luxury of the Busakorn Studio rooms. Overlooking a beautifully landscaped pool from a private balcony, the 104 Studio rooms are the largest and most luxurious in Patong Beach.

Ground floor rooms have easy access to the pool, for that morning dip or early evening swim. Cool, air-conditioned and elegantly furnished in contemporary Thai style, you can relax in maximum comfort.

Spacious (a minimum of 42 sq. metres) Studio rooms have a generous sitting area which overlooks the pool, large bathroom with separate WC and dressing table.

Room Amenities :

• Choice of king-size or double beds
• Pool view
• Non-smoking rooms available.
• 25″ TV with satellite channels and movies.
• Bathrooms with large shower room, separate WC,dressing table.
• Sitting area and writing table.
• Bathrobes, hair-dryer, toiletries
• IDD telephone, data plug, voice mail.
• In Room Safe.
• Iron and ironing board
• Coffee/Tea making facilities
• Complimentary amenities including a choice of teas.
• Refrigerator

VILLA STUDIO

Step into a secluded and peaceful world…

Tranquil and private, Busakorn’s 36 Villa Studio rooms are arranged around an inner courtyard with a private swimming pool in the centre. Tropical plants, fountains and sandstone sculptures create an ambiance of harmony and complete relaxation.

The spacious rooms (minimum 50 sq.m. ) reflect Thai comfort and style with warm teakwood floors, Thai silk, sandstone and fine granite features. All rooms overlook the pool while ground floor Villa rooms have direct access into the pool. Literally just steps away.

Busakorn Villa guests can enjoy private check-in facilities, daily complimentary minibar refill (soft drinks and local beers) and daily newspaper.

• Private Terrace with Sunloungers (Ground Floor Rooms).
• Large sitting area and writing desk.
• Bathrooms with large shower rooms, separate WC, dressing table.
• Ground floor rooms have direct access to the swimming pool.
• 25″ TV with Satellite channels & DVD player
• IDD telephone, with data plug, voice mail
• Refrigerator with complimentary soft drinks & local beers refilled daily.
• Tea/coffee-making facilities
• Choice of complimentary teas
• In Room Safe.
• Iron and ironing board.
• Bathrobes, hair-dryer & toiletries
• Complimentary newspapers

Non-smoking rooms are also available, while there are standard rooms designed with special features to facilitate handicap access.

Our Main Wing accommodations are well matched by fine dining options - especially Sam’s which is renowned for its steak specialties and wide selection of wines.

facilities & Services

RESTAURANT

Busakorn Restaurant & Lounge ( Busakorn Wing )

Surrounded by lotus ponds and sandstone features, the Busakorn Restaurant is a delightful venue. An informal open-air restaurant with indoor and outdoor terrace seating, Busakorn serves a selection of mouth-watering Thai & seafood specialties every evening.

Try prawns in a tamarind sauce, or the unequalled taste of fresh lobster, succulent snapper or king prawn. Dine on the terrace under the stars, or under a cooling fan.

At breakfast time, the Busakorn serves an excellent buffet breakfast with a huge choice of Asian and Western items, juices, fruit and cold platter. Exclusive to Busakorn guests. Simply the best.

The Main Wing Restaurants ( Main Wing )

Eating well is an essential part of any holiday… so at Holiday Inn we’ve created four excellent restaurants to suit everyone’s taste. Four restaurants, each distinct in ambience as well as in culinary style, satisfy whatever the taste, whatever the mood.

Fresh buffet cuisine is the speciality of Seabreeze Café. Here, overlooking the main pool and with glass-covered terrace and indoor settings, guests can choose a wide variety of Western and Asian fare from four cooking stations and generous cold spreads. Themed buffets are also a nightly favourite.

All things Italian are to be relished at Terrazzo Ristorante & Bar, from a morning cappuccino to a pizza lunch, evening cocktails and a lavish dinner. In this superb multi-concept venue, with alfresco and indoor seating looking out onto Beach Road, the mood and the flavours change to match the passage of the day.

Alternatively, the intimate atmosphere of Sam’s is perfect for celebratory dining from a menu of steaks and grills accompanied by choice wines. In contrast, the poolside Busakorn Restaurant is a relaxing spot for all-day dining just as you please, while The Bar is the cosy place to meet for drinks.

Terrazzo

Looking for fresh Italian pasta cooked in your favourite sauce? Or that perfect wood-fired oven pizza? Eat alfresco under the stars, at our charming outdoor Italian Restaurant Terrazzo.

Open 18:00 - 24:00
Non air-conditioned. 75 seats

Sam’s Steak & Grill

A local favourite, Sam’s has acquired a reputation for excellent steak, superb service and a comprehensive wine list. Enjoy the best US and Australian steaks, cooked just the way you like.

Please note dress code: Smart casual, but no sports shorts and no flip-flop beach sandals.

Open 18:00 - 24:00.
Air-conditioned. 50 seats

Busakorn Thai Restaurant

As well as superb and comprehensive buffet breakfasts, The Busakorn Restaurant also provides Thai and fresh seafood specialities

Select your own seafood from the display and we will cook it, exactly to your taste.

Open: 06:30 - 23:30. Breakfast and general fare.
18:00-22:30. Thai and Seafood.
Non air-conditioned.

Sea Breeze Cafe & Terrace

Wake up to a superb breakfast buffet at the Sea Breeze Cafe. The extensive breakfast is among the best on the island.

The Sea Breeze Cafe & Terrace also hosts delicious buffets accompanied by entertainment which changes every evening. An a la carte menu is also available.
Open: 06:00 - Midnight
150 seats. Non air-conditioned.

The Bar

Enjoy a pre-dinner drink or nightcap in the warm interior of The Bar. Entertainment provided every evening.

Open 10:00 - 01:00
50 seats. Partly air-conditioned

CHILDREN’S FACILITIES

Holiday Inn Resort is heaven for children, and a blessing for parents. We’ve so much for the kids that Mum and Dad have the freedom to enjoy their own vacation.

Newly re-invented, our Kids’ Club is designed to keep the youngsters happily and safely amused entertained all day long. Following a railway motif depicting a ride from the mountains to the sea, the Club has four zones offering TV, Play Station, art and crafts and games. Outside are two dedicated kids’ pools, complete with slider, water cave, water guns and whale and turtle statuary.

For the teens, there is Club 12, a “parent-free zone” with Internet access, Play Station, DVD player and karaoke corner.

Throughout, qualified staff provide supervision and coordinate activities.

Children’s Activities
At the Holiday Inn, we like to ensure that all the family enjoy their holiday, including Mums and Dads! That’s why we’ve created a range of activities and two fantastic areas to suit all age groups from toddlers to teenagers.

Our Kid’s Club, designed for the under 12’s, offers daily activities like play dough and clay making, while young guests from 12-19 can make new friends at the parent-free Club 12 Plus.

A Refreshing Spa Experience

A rejuvenating spa experience awaits you at The Aspara at Holiday Inn Resort Phuket. Discover the ultimate in pure bliss and tranquility. A sanctuary for you to relax, unwind, recharge and rejuvenate.

Discover the secrets and luxury of Asian-inspired spa treats. Feel your stress and strain slip away. Your complete relaxation is our only aim.

Experience an extensive range of spa favourites such as our unique Tahitian body scrubs, Javanese Lulur, soothing massage and fragrant baths.

Pamper yourself and a loved one in the sheer luxury of our grand Aspara Spa Suites, which come with private spa pools, relaxation areas and terraces.

Location & Map

Holiday Inn Resort Phuket

Address: 52 Thaweewong Road, Patong Beach,
Patong Beach, Phuket 83150. Thailand

Holiday Inn Resort Phuket - Online Booking Click Here

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A superb business hotel, The Royal Phuket City is situated in the delightful capital of the sunny island of Phuket, Asia’s most popular resort. Surrounded by shops, street bazaar, entertainment facilities and the wonderfully preserved building of old Phuket, this 251 -room hotel offers business executive the island’s best meeting facilities, with easy access ( 15 minutes ) to sun-drenched beaches and golf courses, and only 30 minutes from Phuket’s international airport.

ROOM TYPES:

Single / Twin

A room with a view. Each and every one of our 251 rooms and suites offers a commanding vista of the city and the Andaman Sea.

In Room Facilities :

• Individually Controlled Air-Conditioning
• TV, Radio & Satellite Channels
• IDD Telephone
• Internet and E-mail Socket
• Ving Card Electronic Key Locks
• Hair Dryer
• Attached Bathrooms
• Remote Colour TV.
• Mini bar & Fridge
• 24 Hrs. Room Services
• Hot & Cold Shower and Bathtub
• Coffee & Tea Making Facilities
• In-Room Elsafe

RESTAURANT & BAR

Pickles Restaurant: International Buffet / a la carte A Cafe by day and a restaurant by night, offering the best in Western and Thai cuisine.

Atrium Lounge: Beverage / Entertainment
The place to be and seen, Great entertainment and great view of the 4 storey atrium: the ideal place to sit back, relax and watch the world go by.

China Town Restaurant: Szechuan Cuisine
The finest dining venue in town. Excellent Chinese cuisine in elegant and tasteful decor with excellent views of the surrounding hills. Three private dining rooms available.

Thai Thai Restaurant : Extic Cuisine with the best views of Phuket
In among of Phuket’s scenery is now serving the cuisine for private group as per your request with many kind of food in your style.

L’ Amandine Deli-Shop: Pastry / Take-away
A modern day pastry-deli shop catering mainly for take- away. Specializing in bread, pastries, home made pies and cookies. Drinks of various kinds such as coffee or tea are also available.

Conference Facilities

Royal Phuket City is the resort’s best kept conference secret. Not only do we have southern Thailand’s largest banquet / convention facilities capable of seating up to 2,000 persons, but competitive pricing makes it an attractive venue for large events.

On the convention floor, up to 1,800 persons theatre style and 1,200 for banquets can occupy the 1,500 sqm. ballroom, which can divide into four rooms to suit client needs. Add to this seven well-equipped breakout rooms for 10 to 200 persons, plus a friendly, experienced and hospitable staff ,and meetings become a pleasure at Royal Phuket City.

Facilities

From the moment you arrive to the time you check-out, you can be assured of the finest quality service and facilities.

Location & Map

Royal Phuket City Hotel

Address: 154 Phang-Nga Road, Phuket Town,
Muang District, Phuket 83000. Thailand

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Royal Phuket City Hotel - Online Booking

Banthai Beach Resort & Spa is located at the centre of Patong Beach, Phuket, and

situated on 5 acres of land amid lush tropical gardens facing the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea.

Our property offer 217 rooms in contemporary Thai design and architecture with full amenities and facilities including 2 large free-form swimming pools for your complete holiday experience.

RoomRate

Rates are in Thai Baht inclusive of 10% Service Charge, 7% Government Tax and Inclusive Breakfast

Child Policy:
Child under 12 years old sharing the same room with parents is free of charge for room with one baby cot or one sofa bed.
Only one child per room is allowed.

Remark:
-Free for child between 04 - under 12 years old of sharing room with using the existing bed. Compulsory Child ABF for 300 Baht per person.
-The additonal extra bed for child between 04 - under 12 years old of age required, will be charged 650 Baht per night.
-Free of charge for child 4 - under 12 years old same room with parents using Day Bed at free of charge.

ROOM TYPES :

Standard Room

Standard : 35 square metres / 152 rooms on 2nd, 3rd, 4th floor Balcony over-viewing one of two main pools and gardens.

• Air condition
• IDD Telephone
• In-room safe
• Hair dryer
• Full toiletries - Color TV with satellite channels
• Pipe in music
• Coffee/Tea making facilities
• Refrigerator with mini bar
• Bathrobe

Superior Room

Superior : 35 square metres / 40 rooms on ground floor Balcony with direct pool

• Air condition
• IDD Telephone
• In-room safe
• Hair dryer
• Bathrobe
• Full toiletries - Color TV with satellite channels
• Pipe in music
• In-room broadband internet access
• Coffee/Tea making facilities
• Refrigerator with mini bar

Deluxe Pool Room

Deluxe Pool : 35 square metres / 12 rooms on ground floor Balcony with step down Jacuzzi and direct pool access

• Air condition
• IDD Telephone
• In-room safe
• Hair dryer
• Bathrobe
• Full toiletries - Color TV with satellite channels
• Pipe in music
• In-room broadband internet access
• Coffee/Tea making facilities
• Refrigerator with mini bar

Superior Suite Room

Superior Suite : 65 square metres / 10 suites on 2nd, 3rd, 4th floor Balcony over-viewing one of two main pools and gardens. 1 bedroom with en-suite bathroom and Jacuzzi Living room with satellite channels TV and DVD stereo system

• Air condition
• Pipe in music
• In-room safe
• Bathrobe
• Full toiletries - IDD telephone
• In-room broadband internet access
• Hair dryer
• Coffee/Tea making facilities
• Refrigerator with mini bar

Facilities & Service

• The Port Restaurant
• The Port Bar
• The Starboard Bar
• The Flybridge Bar I & II
• Flavors French Restaurant
• Function Rooms
• Maniature Shopping Mall
• Spanakarn
• Fitness Center
• Beauty Parlour
• Swimming Pools
• Mail/Telefax Service
• Internet Service
• Foreign Exchange Counter
• International Dive Centre
• Free Shuttle Service to Town
• Car Rental
• Tour Desk
• Laundry Service
• Baby Sitter upon request

RESTAURANT & BAR :

• The Port Restaurant / Daily 11:00 - 1:30
  Live entertainment nightly by virtuoso musician except Sunday.
• The Port & Starboard Bar / Daily 11:00 - 1:30
  Sip your favorite cocktail, suntan or soak in the moonlight at our open concept bars
• The Pool Bars / Daily 10:00 – 6:30
  Light snacks and Tropical drinks.
• Room service / Daily 6:00 - 12:30
  After 12.30 am. Light snacks are available.

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ADDITIONAL FACILITIES :

• Starbucks / Daily 11:00 – midnight
• Haagen-Dazs / Daily 11:00 – midnight
• Watsons / Daily 10:00 - 1:00
• McDonald’s / Daily 10:00 am – 3:00 am
• Molly Malone’s Irish Pub / Renovation in progress
• Warner Brothers

SPA

Location & Map:

Banthai Beach Resort & Spa

Address: 94 Thaveewong Road, Patong Beach,
Patong Beach, Phuket 83150. Thailand

Banthai Beach Resort & Spa - Online Booking Click Here

Credit : thailandbooking

Year 2008 the Wat Chalong Fair with be held from February 6 to 12.

Wat Cholong Fair Description

The Wat Chalong Fair is an 8 day event every year at the end of January. Wat Chalong is the most revered Buddhist temple in south Thailand.

The finger bone of Buddha is kept in the special “Chedi” that is the largest temple building. Thai people flock to the festival for the fun, games, food, shopping, and socializing. Many Thai people also show respect for their religion and temple by making an offering at the main temple by laying flowers, lighting a candle and some incense while offering a prayer. The entire Wat (Temple) is transformed with bright lights and music and the smell of fresh BBQ roasting in the air. It is really quite exciting and a great way to better understand the Thai culture and people.

Vendors offer goods for sale in long rows of canvas tent shops and stalls. Everything you might think of is for sale. Lots of clothing, bags, hats, jewelry, cosmetics, flowers, ceramics, and more types of food, snacks and sweets are on display than you can imagine.

Like most fairs and festivals there are entertainment areas with games of chance, water-dunk tanks, shooting games for stuffed animals and presents, dart games, etc. There are large playground areas with air-cushion slides, train rides, ferris wheels, and merry-go-rounds.

At the front of the fair, which is quite large and requires lots of walking, is the restaurant area with large patio style eating areas. Thai cuisine from all parts of Thailand is available. From southern Thai cuisine to Issan dishes, the fair offers something of a “taste of Thailand.”

The fair has gotten bigger every year. It seems something new is for sale very year. This year there were several orchid sellers and exotic koy and goldfish for outdoor aquariums.

Muay Thai boxing matches are held every two or three days along with Thai “Reekay” which is a cultural dance and musical style of entertainment. The last three days of the fair, popular Thai vocal artists take stage for concerts that bring more than 15,000 people. No matter what day or night you come (opens most days around 11:00 a.m.) the Wat Chalong Fair is great fun with lots of bargains to be had shopping and great food for the eating.

A kilometer north of Laem Sing Beach lies the popular Surin Beach. As of now this beach has not been developed and it is a quiet and peaceful bay lined with a row of stately Casuarina trees.

A tropical beach with pine trees rather than palm trees may seem out of place to many but the local Thais flock to this beach on weekends and holidays and bask in the shade provided by these unusual trees. The middle of the beach front is occupied by a dozen Thai beach-style mini restaurants serving up sizzling seafood to hungry visitors. Surin Beach is usually the second stop on the north beach safari and a good place for lunch because the next beach stop does not serve food.

Kamala BeachFor the careful swimmer Surin offers some good snorkeling opportunities at both ends of the beach but during the rainy season the water visibility is not very good. Big waves that are common on Surin beach during the monsoon season have caused a steep drop from the shore to the water line and can create dangerous undertow conditions. During high tide when the swells are big and running swiftly good surfing conditions exist here and is becoming an increasingly popular sport. There are no vendors renting surf boards at the beach yet but that may change in the future. Good surfing conditions can make for hazardous swimming and care must be taken with children and non-swimmers.

Surin Village

Is the traditional heart of Phuket’s Muslim community. As you pass through this picturesque village strung out along the highway you will see the Ban Thao Mosque. This impressive and ornate structure is the largest mosque on the island. Visitors are allowed and discrete photos may be taken, but care should be exercised and avoid going on Fridays the Muslim holy day. The village offers several roadside markets that offer up delicious Muslim food and fruit picked fresh from the many nearby orchards. When ordering food or buying fruit you may have to resort to “point and smile technique”, because English is for the most part only spoken by the younger generation. At the traffic light you can continue straight to the Heroines Monument and the main road to Phuket Town or turn left onto highway 4020 and continue your tour of the northern beaches.