Janet Butler
The avant-garde Avista Hideaway Resort & Spa, Phuket, situated on the hills above the world-famous Patong Beach, features what the site calls “futuristic Thai architecture and décor together with vast, open views of the Andaman Sea” to bring you the ultimate in relaxation and pampering for your vacation. Modern guest rooms with a Thai ambience and all the comforts of home await you — 150 guest accommodations with high ceilings and individual balconies. Snuggle in a king-sized bed, listen to your favorite tunes on the iPod, catch a movie on DVD using the 40-inch TV, or write postcards to your envious friends on the work desk included in your room…when you’re not busy gazing at the splendid views, swimming in the infinity pool, or sipping a quality beverage at the rooftop bar.
Merely wandering the grounds here is a visual and sensory treat; amble the steps between villas, or take your morning walk on a beach that goes on forever. Your room may include a private splash pool for refreshing dips any time — and a deep soaking tub, open to the air. Sample new tastes from the tropical fruit platter you receive on your arrival — or indulge in a spa treatment or massage to make you feel like royalty. Nothing is spared for your comfort, from in-room coffee makers to bathrobes and slippers; surrounded by the lavish beauty that is Phuket, you may wish your stay could go on forever. But even if it can’t, be assured that when you do return to your day-to-day world, you’ll be refreshed and renewed by your stay.
