Anantara Layan Phuket Resort

Wonderful time was had. Service and staff were helpful and welcoming. Especially for a person travelling solo.

This is a gorgeous hotel in every way. Beautiful rooms. We had a 2 bedroom with a pool. It felt like a little piece of heaven. Great service. The best breakfast I’ve ever had and I travel a lot. Zuma at night was great. Great beach area and spa and wellness center. I would definitely come back. You don’t need to leave the property, everything else pales in comparison. But know that it is far from town if you plan to go.

Every now and then you stay somewhere so special that it ruins other hotels for you. This was one of those places. If you’re considering this property, stop overthinking it. Pack your bags and go. I genuinely struggled to find a single thing wrong with our stay. We stayed in a suite that felt more like an apartment than a hotel room. There was a dedicated work area, a separate luggage space, a huge bathroom, and a balcony overlooking the sea where I spent sitting listening to birdsong while staring at the ocean. The resort is spread across beautiful grounds with varying elevations, so complimentary buggy services are available throughout. What amazed me was their efficiency. The buggy drivers operate with military precision—you call for one and it seems to arrive before you’ve even left your room. Every member of staff seemed to know our names and greeted us warmly throughout our stay. Breakfast deserves its own section because it is simply outstanding. The variety is staggering. Fresh coconuts, premium tropical fruits, perfectly ripe mangoes, freshly baked breads, a dedicated healthy living corner preparing fresh wellness shots, and even a cheese room. Every morning felt like a special event. The beachfront restaurant, Breeze, has one of the most spectacular dining settings I’ve experienced. Imagine dining with panoramic sea views, mountains in the distance, hammocks swaying in the breeze, and swings inviting you to slow down and relax. The food and drinks were excellent, but honestly, the view alone is worth the visit. Nearby you’ll find the resort’s main infinity pool, perfectly positioned to make the most of the stunning scenery, as well as a charming gift and souvenir shop. They have Dara, the Thai restaurant, Above the restaurant, guests can participate in a stargazing paid for session using a telescope. I highly recommend this activity. Our host, Ms. Bunny, was incredibly knowledgeable and engaging. The spa facility is beautiful. However, my absolute favourite part of the property was the wellness centre, Layan Life. This is not your average hotel gym. The state-of-the-art fitness centre overlooks a tranquil pond, allowing you to exercise while watching birds and nature around you. The wellness facilities are exceptional. There are warm and cold plunge pools, excellent steam rooms and saunas, infused water station, and beautifully maintained changing rooms equipped with Dyson hair dryers and Dyson straighteners—a thoughtful touch that many guests will appreciate. The reception ladies at Layan Life were wonderful.It became my favourite place in the resort and is one of the biggest reasons I plan to return. Another hidden gem is the resort’s farm area. Watching the ducks and birds in such peaceful surroundings was surprisingly therapeutic and added another layer to the property’s connection with nature. Although the resort feels secluded, we never felt trapped. In fact, we rarely wanted to leave. Food and beverages were reasonably priced compared with many luxury five-star resorts. For those with a car, complimentary parking is available. We drove to nearby Laguna Boat Avenue, which has excellent restaurants, spas, and a lively Friday night market that is well worth visiting. The resort also offers a variety of activities. During our stay I participated in Global Wellness Day and had the pleasure of meeting holistic practitioner Dr. Kedar Joshi. He spent time explaining crystal healing and alternative wellness practices without any pressure or sales pitch. His passion, knowledge, and generosity with his time made a lasting impression. I would strongly recommend staying at least three to four nights here. There is simply too much to experience in a shorter stay. One aspect that matters enormously to me when travelling is cleanliness, and this resort excelled in that department. This hotel manages to achieve something rare. It offers luxury without feeling pretentious, wellness without feeling preachy, and relaxation without ever becoming boring. Most importantly, I left feeling genuinely refreshed, rejuvenated, and already planning my return. If you appreciate luxury, cleanliness, thoughtful service, wellness, and memorable experiences, this resort is not just a hotel—it’s a destination in itself.

We stayed at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort for a week in late May. A slightly less busy period with the start of the rainy season, and a 45min drive from the more populated Old Town & Patong, meant it was there perfect relaxing holiday. Plenty of interesting people to meet around the resort but really not crowded at all. Possibly the best buffet breakfast we’ve ever had, and we also tried all restaurants on offer - amazing food! Definitely give the hibiscus margarita a try by the pool… We stayed in a Deluxe Layan Suite - a stunning room with the most amazing view, huge comfy bed and every amenity we could possibly need. Gym facilities and complementary activities (fitness classes etc) were an added benefit we enjoyed throughout our stay. Impeccable service from all staff, including Fern at Reception, Nessa and all team members at breakfast, Kathy & Dao at the Spa, and Prince, Nook & so many others who looked after us at the pool. All staff were so helpful, provided recommendations for the resort and the rest of Phuket, remembered what we had been up to the day before and what we had planned for the day… they were always friendly and thoughtful. Would definitely stay here again!

Difficult to decide between 4 or 5. The place itself is gorgeous and staff is great as always in these sort of higher end spots in Thailand. However, we did have a few inconveniences that ended up making our stay a bit less relaxing than we would have initially hoped. However, still quite good.