THE RESIDENCE RESORT, Bang Tao Beach (Phuket)

The Residence Resort offers one-to-three bedroom villas, each with a private saltwater pool and garden. Villas include open-plan living areas, fully equipped kitchens, and en-suite bathrooms. The one-bedroom villa features an outdoor Jacuzzi, while the three-bedroom villa has a rooftop lounge with countryside views. All villas have keyless entry, high-speed Wi-Fi, and smart TVs.

The onsite restaurant serves Thai and international dishes from 06:30 to 21:30. Guests can order in-villa dining or arrange a private barbecue by the pool. Nearby options include Catch Beach Club (fine dining and cocktails), Taste Bar & Grill, and Halal restaurants. A Tesco Lotus supermarket is a 10-minute walk away.

So Thai Spa provides massages, yoga sessions, and treatments in indoor or outdoor rooms set beside lotus ponds. The gym, located above the lobby, has Technogym equipment and tropical views. Laguna Golf Course, a 5-minute drive away, has won 'Asia's Best Golf Course' twice.

The resort is a 10-minute walk from Bangtao Beach. A complimentary Tuk-Tuk service runs to the beach, Tesco Lotus, and local markets. Nearby attractions include Wat Chalong temple, Khao Phra Thaeo Wildlife Sanctuary, and Jungle Xtrem Adventures Park. The Monday and Thursday night markets sell local produce and street food.

The resort offers in-villa dining, private chef services, and a shuttle to Catch Beach Club. Phuket International Airport is a 40-minute drive away. Car and motorbike rentals can be arranged. The concierge assists with tours, including visits to the Gibbon Rehabilitation Centre and Elephant Family Phuket.