My Beach Resort

Cape Panwa, on the southern side of Phuket, is easy enough to reach, and also just far enough out of town to feel a little bit of the tranquility that was once central to this island’s reputation. One of many hotels on the cape’s western side, My Beach Resort adds to this sense of quietude with crisp, clean-lined modern architecture, and an orientation that keeps the focus squarely on the beach and the waters of the Andaman Sea beyond.

The style in the rooms is a touch more traditional than the face My Beach Resort shows to the street and the sea; soft colors, organic textures, and Thai art make for an eminently palatable visual experience. The finest views, again, are those of the sea, though even the pool-facing balconies are more than pleasant; the Private Pool Beachfront rooms offer perhaps the most luxurious experience, with a plunge pool situated steps from the sand.

A poolside café serves everything from breakfast on through to dinner, and two bars, My Beach Bar and My Lounge, pour drinks with a similarly dramatic view on into the evening hours; the cuisine is focused on fresh seafood and traditional local flavors.