98.46% AMANPURI THAILAND

Phuket Thailand

The original Amanresort celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. Hidden in a coconut plantation above a stunning white-sand beach on the island of Phuket, it overlooks the Andaman Sea. A mixture of villas and pavilions are scattered within a grove that slopes down to a sheltered cove.

ROOMS

FOOD The Terrace restaurant serves Thai and European specialities, The Restaurant serves Italian cuisine, and there's a new Japanese restaurant on the beach.

SERVICE

FACILITIES There's also an Aman Spa, a freshwater swimming pool, a beach club with watersports and a gym.

COST Doubles from US$635

Pansea Beach, Phuket, Thailand (00800 2255 2626; www.aman resorts.com.