Melia Phuket Mai Khao: A new beachfront retreat in Phuket

A captivating island haven facing Phuket’s longest stretch of sand opens—the Meliá Phuket Mai Khao. A wellness-inspired resort, this new beachfront retreat in Phuket has private pool villas, wellness pool villas, a spa offering a rich array of soothing treatments, a relaxing beach club, and dining venues serving fresh Mediterranean cuisine and Southeast Asian delights.

A tranquil getaway resort in Phuket

Situated on secluded Mai Khao beach, commanding eight acres of Phuket’s northwestern coastline on the Andaman Sea, the resort offers a luxurious beachfront retreat in Phuket.

The 30-suite and 70-villa resort, owned by residential real estate developer Phuket Villa Group, is a 15-minute drive to Phuket International Airport and near an array of attractions, including Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation, Sirinat National Park, and Wat Phra Thong temple. 

The resort’s design melds traditional and contemporary Thai aesthetics with a splash of Mediterranean accents. The beautiful neutral palette of colors complements Mai Khao’s sandy shoreline. High ceilings and decorative metal screens make the most of the natural surrounds and sunny, tropical weather.

Contemporary, spacious accommodation

Meliá Phuket Mai Khao offers 30 one-bedroom suites and 70 one-bedroom villas. All suites and villas are contemporary, light-filled and spacious Mediterranean-inspired, with a focus on simple, clean lines and indoor-outdoor living. 

The resort has three accommodation categories—private pool villas, wellness pool villas and suites. Each accommodation features a single bedroom and is differentiated by an anchoring amenity—be it an outdoor bathtub, a private plunge pool or a wellness arrangement.

All of the suites and villas feature outdoor bathtubs, open-air showers and outdoor terraces to take advantage of Phuket’s tropical climate, which averages 28 degrees Celsius year round. Exquisite gardens and fixtures such as white stucco exterior walls also ensure secluded enclaves and utmost privacy.

The 78sqm suites are complemented by cabanas while the 85sqm one-bedroom villas have private plunge pools.

At the top of the accommodation scale, the 15 wellness villas each feature an open-air Vitamin C shower, ultrasonic essential oil diffuser, GermGuardian air purifier, Tempur-Pedic pillows, aromatic salts for the outdoor bathtub, a fit ball and yoga mat. A highlight of staying at a wellness villa is a daily 60-minute massage.

Mod-cons in all of the accommodations include individually controlled air-conditioning, 43-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, Bluetooth speaker, Nespresso coffee maker and gourmet capsules and more. 

The minibar has healthy snacks such as energy bars on request. Trays and tissue boxes made from banana leaves are among sustainable items in the suites and villas.

Dining options at beachfront Meliá Phuket Mai Khao

The resort’s diverse dining landscape comprises four outlets under the stewardship of culinary director Luca Mancini. The restaurants and bar add a dash of Mediterranean flavor to Phuket’s culinary scene.

Adjacent to a beach pool framed with cabanas and sun lounges, the Gaia Beach Club celebrates Spain’s famed gastronomy by serving Mediterranean and fusion cuisine from an open kitchen and a creative cocktail selection from a long bar. 

A warm and intimate setting adorned with timber finishes, SASA is an elegant all-day dining restaurant that specializes in international and Thai cuisine. SASA offers healthy, freshly made breakfast and delectable Thai set lunches and dinners. 

The Elyxr Café features a spacious lounge area with comfortable sofas and a selection of books. Sit back and relax while you enjoy your coffee, tea or freshly squeezed fresh juice. 

The Pool Bar is a swim-up affair at the center of the resort that serves a range of refreshments including fresh juices, smoothies and cocktails.

Spa, Wellness and Recreation

Privately tucked away behind the lobby and Elyxr Café is Meliá’s signature YHI Spa, the latest wellness destination in Phuket. At 300sqm, YHI Spa is home to five treatment rooms and offers an extensive menu of massages, facials, body scrubs and wraps. The spa therapists also provide poolside and in-villa treatments. 

The resort will offer wellness packages that include healthy menus and freshly squeezed juices as well as activities such as meditation, yoga, and walks and cycling amid stunning natural scenery.

The fitness center is equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, exercise bikes, and weights machines. 

The kids club, Kidsdom, has workshops to keep youngsters entertained. The resort also provides a babysitting service.

Recreational pursuits on offer range from horse riding on the beach, to scuba diving at Racha Yai, Koh Dok Mai, Phi Phi Island and Shark Point, to golf at the nearby Blue Canyon Country Club.

MICE facilities

The resort’s conference facilities include a grand ballroom and two additional multi-function rooms at 231sqm. The Grand Ballroom totals 131sqm and caters to up to 100 guests for a standing cocktail reception or 88 guests for a sit-down dinner. The two adjacent multipurpose rooms are each 47sqm that seat up to 16 guests for a boardroom meeting. 

The resort’s event planners provide customized catering to suit any occasion. Mini mindfulness sessions also enhance the well-being of attendees. 

“Meliá Phuket Mai Khao’s debut marks such an exciting time for Phuket, signaling our genuine optimism for the future of tourism on Thailand’s largest island,” said Mr. Maetapong Upatising, Phuket Villa Group’s Managing Director.

“The team and I are thrilled we could bring such a significant hotel debut to fruition during these unprecedented times, and we’re delighted with the interest in our resort so far despite the difficulties stemming from the global pandemic,” shared Ms. Magdalena Martorell, Meliá Phuket Mai Khao’s General Manager. 

“With its distinct focus on guest wellbeing, Meliá Phuket Mai Khao brings Meliá’s sunny Spanish hospitality and passion for service to Phuket, as well as stringent health and safety measures to combat COVID-19,” said Mr. Ignacio Martin, Area Managing Director South East Asia of Meliá Hotels International. 

For more information about Meliá Phuket Mai Khao, visit www.melia.com, call +66 76 563 550 or email info@meliaphuketmaikhao.com

Meliá Phuket Mai Khao is offering up to 40% off the price of accommodation for direct bookings on www.melia.com by March 31, 2022 for stays until October 31, 2022. The offer includes a 20% discount on food and beverage as well as spa treatments. 

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