Ayara Hilltops

Constructed in 2004, the resort is an enclave of 48 Luxury Suites set in 23 villas. The villas nestle amidst exotic sloping gardens, waterfalls and lotus ponds overlooking Surin beach, arguably the finest beach in Phuket. Each contemporary Thai/Balinese style suite is designed to take advantage of the arresting views that can be had over Surin and the Andaman Sea or Bang Tao Beach to the north. Facilities on offer at the hotel include an entrance hall with 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, a currency exchange facility, lift access and a restaurant. For an additional fee guests may make use of the Internet access/ WLAN and room and laundry services. Parking is provided for those arriving by car.

The Anchan Garden Junior Suites measure up to 50 m² of indoor and outdoor space, and offer exotic hardwood flooring, with an outdoor bathtub. The Benjamart Suites (Deluxe Garden View) each measure up to 115 m² and look out over the gardens. They combine private indoor and outdoor space and spoil guests for choice, with large terraces and a Jacuzzi tub, for an energising treat. The Benjamart Deluxe Suites (Deluxe Sea View) each measure up to 115 m² and look out over the sea. They also offer both indoor and outdoor space, as well as a Jacuzzi tub. The Jamjuree Suites (Grande Deluxe Sea View) each offer up to 136 m² of private indoor and outdoor space. They feature large terraces and a step-out Jacuzzi tub in the bedroom. Guests can enjoy a lingering soak in a luxury bath with lush views of guests' private garden, or an invigorating shower in the shade of their private garden shade, surrounded by the elements. The Jamjuree Deluxe Suites (Super Deluxe Sea View) span over up to 136 m², offering the same luxuries. The Rachavadee Suites (Private Infinity Pool Sea View) measure up to 210 m² and offer a private infinity pool on the hill top, a separate sitting room in a traditional Thai Sala and a bedroom suite with an inviting and invigorating outdoor shower. A hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, a satellite/ cable television, a radio, a hi-fi system, Internet access, a minibar and a fridge are also provided in all suites. Tea and coffee making facilities, an iron and ironing board, a double or king-size bed, a safe and individually adjustable air conditioning come as standard.

Fine Thai and western dining is offered in three settings, either in the grand indoor dining facilities upstairs, featuring sea views, or the comfortable yet elegant poolside bar and bistro. Alternatively, guests may enjoy any of the hotel food and drink options from the privacy of their own suite.

The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and a children's paddling pool, as well as a sun terrace. Guests can also make use of the sauna and Jacuzzi, or, for an additional fee, treat themselves to a spa or massage treatment, or visit the steam room. Sports enthusiasts can work out in the hotel gym. Banyan Tree Golf Course is just a 5-minute walk away.