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Amanpuri is the flagship property of Aman Resorts, located on a coconut-planted headland overlooking the Andaman Sea on Phuket's west coast. Built in 1988 by Adrian Zecha on a former plantation site, the resort comprises 40 pavilions and 44 villas across 24 hectares of Pansea Beach. The property offers private pools, multiple dining venues, and full wellness facilities.
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Amanpuri occupies a 24-hectare headland on the northern side of Pansea Beach on Phuket's west coast, overlooking the Andaman Sea. The property was developed on a former coconut plantation and retains much of its original tropical setting. The location provides both beach access and secluded natural surroundings.
The resort contains 40 pavilions and 44 villas. Pavilion options include the Deluxe Ocean Pool Pavilion with sea views from a terrace and outdoor sala, and the Two-Bedroom Pool Pavilion with a spacious terrace and private pool. Villas range in size from smaller units to the Five-Bedroom Ocean Villa overlooking the Andaman Sea with five free-standing bedrooms and a private swimming pool.
Larger villas feature separate dining and living rooms and kitchens, with some accommodating up to 9 bedrooms. All accommodation includes round-trip airport transfers for stays of three or more nights, daily breakfast, in-room refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages, and daily afternoon tea. Guests have access to wellness facilities including a gym, infrared sauna, steam room, cold plunge pool, and tennis courts, as well as selected non-motorised watersports equipment. Villa guests additionally receive a dedicated Villa Host and a personal Thai chef.
The resort operates four restaurants and offers multiple specialized dining experiences. Barbecue dinners can be arranged on Pansea Beach with Italian, Thai, or vegan menus. An Ocean Platform Sunset Experience is available from November to March, where guests are taken to a private platform in the Andaman Sea for canapés and champagne.
Private dining experiences include a four-course Japanese cuisine dinner in a candlelit setting and a Royal Thai Dinner featuring Ayutthaya cuisine. The resort arranges private meals at multiple locations throughout the property, from private salas to intimate beach tables with flexible menu options.
The spa includes 12 treatment rooms, each with a shower, restroom, and dressing area. Wellness facilities encompass hydrotherapy options including a steam room and infrared saunas, a glass-walled gym with sea views and personal trainers available, a Muay Thai boxing ring, pilates and yoga studios, and four floodlit tennis courts with lessons available. Daily movement classes are offered to all guests.
Amanpuri is situated a 30-minute drive from Phuket International Airport (HKT). Round-trip airport transfers are included for all stays of three or more nights. Villa guests receive fast-track international airport arrival assistance for up to two guests per villa bedroom.
The resort's extensive facilities and range of activities support family escapes. Villas with multiple bedrooms and personal chefs accommodate larger family groups and extended stays. The secluded location and private dining venues, including beach settings and the Ocean Platform Sunset Experience available from November to March, make the property suited for special occasions and celebrations.
Editorial verification: Amanpuri is affiliated with Aman; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Amanpuri is located on Phuket's west coast, on the northern side of Pansea Beach, overlooking the Andaman Sea. It sits on a 24-hectare headland and is a 30-minute drive from Phuket International Airport (HKT).
The resort has 40 pavilions and 44 villas. Pavilions include the Deluxe Ocean Pool Pavilion and Two-Bedroom Pool Pavilion. Villas range in size from smaller units to the Five-Bedroom Ocean Villa. Larger villas feature up to 9 bedrooms, separate living and dining areas, and private kitchens.
The resort operates four restaurants and offers specialized private dining experiences. Options include candlelit barbecue dinners on the beach with Italian, Thai, or vegan menus, an Ocean Platform Sunset Experience (November to March), Japanese four-course private dining, and Royal Thai Dinner based on Ayutthaya traditions. Private dining can be arranged at multiple resort locations.
Yes, the spa has 12 treatment rooms, each with a shower, restroom, and dressing area. Wellness facilities include a steam room, infrared saunas, a sea-view gym with personal trainers, a Muay Thai boxing ring, pilates and yoga studios, four floodlit tennis courts with lessons, and daily movement classes for all guests.
For stays of three or more nights, round-trip airport transfers are included. All guests receive daily breakfast, in-room refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages, daily afternoon tea, daily movement classes, and access to wellness facilities and non-motorised watersports equipment. Villa guests also have a dedicated Villa Host and personal Thai chef.
Yes, the resort offers a Family Escape experience with extensive facilities and activities. Multi-bedroom villas with personal chefs are available for larger groups, and the property provides water sports, movement classes, and varied dining options suitable for family stays.
The resort offers multiple private venues and customizable experiences for special occasions. Options include private beach barbecue dinners, the Ocean Platform Sunset Experience (November to March), private Japanese or Thai cuisine dinners, and personalized celebrations in private salas or on the beach.
Amanpuri is affiliated with Aman; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Amanpuri is in Choeng Thale, Thailand. Address: Surin Beach, Choeng Thale, Phuket Province, Thailand.
| Location | Choeng Thale, Thailand |
|---|---|
| Address | Surin Beach, Choeng Thale, Phuket Province, Thailand |
| Brand / alliance | Aman |
| Official website | aman.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
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