Trisara

With its dazzling beaches, lush grounds, and crystal-clear waters, Phuket feels like paradise on Earth. At Trisara, an upscale resort on the island’s northwestern coast, paradise gets even better. 

From having one of the few private beaches on the island to being the home of Phuket’s only Michelin-starred restaurant, Trisara truly lives up to its Sanskrit name as the “third garden in Heaven.” Sitting right next to the water on a remote stretch of shoreline, each of its 39 villas and suites comes with panoramic views of the resort’s exclusive bay and its own private pool. Thai motifs and artwork complement modern design in elegant, organic-toned bedrooms, living areas, and bathrooms, with thick foliage on all sides hiding your villa from view.  If you completely fall in love with the place, residence models are also available. 

With flavors of Thailand, the Mediterranean, and pan-Asian options, too, Trisara’s five different restaurants satisfy all sorts of cravings. But its pride and joy is the Michelin-starred Pru, whose “community to fork” philosophy supports local farmers, fishermen, and other food providers while introducing diners to Thai flavors and cuisine in unforgettable multi-course tasting menus. 

Sitting on a remote stretch of coastline, few may even want to leave resort grounds. And why would you, when there’s a saltwater pool right by the beach, library, kid’s club, sports facilities, and a spa all right on site? But when you get the urge to explore, charter one of the private luxury yachts for the day to sail along the coast, connect with nature at national parks and elephant sanctuaries, or take a break from the serenity of the resort in the hubbub of Phuket’s city center.