The Surin Phuket

Overview of The Surin Phuket

The Surin Phuket is a 5-star beach resort of 109 cottages, suites and pool villas, spread across a single low-rise level of hillside and beachfront buildings rather than a tower block. The property has been welcoming guests since 1982, which makes it one of the longer-established resorts on Phuket's west coast, and the resort's own website describes it as "a long-established resort with a unique story". It is also a member of Design Hotels, a collection that groups independently minded properties with a strong architectural identity.

The resort sits at 118 Moo 3, Pansea Beach, in the Surin area of Thalang district in northern Phuket, postcode 83110. Pansea Beach lies about a kilometre from the better-known Surin Beach, and the resort occupies the slope running down to the sand, so many cottages look out over the Andaman Sea. Walkways and stairs link the accommodation, the restaurants and the beach; the listing notes there are no elevators, which is worth knowing if anyone in your party has limited mobility.

For Singapore travellers, The Surin Phuket suits a short beach escape: a flight to Phuket followed by a drive of roughly 20 kilometres brings you to a resort where the beach, spa, pool and several dining venues are all on site. Check-in starts at 2:00 PM and check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Cottage, Suite and Villa Types at The Surin Phuket

The resort groups its 109 units into four families of accommodation. According to the official site, every category comes with a private terrace or sun deck, and the resort's general room information lists air conditioning, a minibar, an LCD television with satellite channels, a phone, a safe and a desk, with complimentary toiletries in the bathroom. Below, the categories run from the entry-level cottages up to the beachfront suites and pool villas.

Hillside Cottages

The Hillside Cottages measure 46 square metres and are set up among the trees on the slope above the beach, each with a private terrace. They have a super king-size bed plus a sofa bed, and "his and her" dressing areas, closets and vanities, with an en-suite bathroom. The resort pitches these cottages at couples who prefer a quieter, leafy setting.

Superior Cottages

Also 46 square metres, the Superior Cottages have a super king-size bed and a sofa bed, a private terrace, a rain shower, a double vanity area, separate dressing areas and a desk, which makes them a practical option if you need to answer a few emails between swims.

Deluxe Cottages

The Deluxe Cottages share the 46-square-metre footprint but face towards the Andaman Sea. Each has a private sun deck with twin loungers, a super king-size bed with a sofa bed, a rain shower and organic bath products. The official site states they can sleep up to three people.

Two-Bedroom Family Cottages

Designed for families of four, the 68-square-metre Two-Bedroom Family Cottages pair a master bedroom with a super king-size bed and a connecting room with twin single beds. Both bedrooms have a television and a sitting area, and each has its own access to the sun terrace, so parents can keep an eye on children while everyone still gets some privacy.

Beach Suites

The 65-square-metre Beach Suites sit right on the sand with direct beach access and uninterrupted sea views from a spacious private sun terrace. Inside there is a super king-size bed and a sofa bed, a large bathroom with a bathtub, and two separate dressing areas with their own closets and vanities. The official site highlights front-row sunset views from these suites.

Beach Deluxe Suites

Only nine Beach Deluxe Suites exist, according to the official site. At 90 square metres, they add a separate living room with a large daybed that can be converted for two children, a spacious verandah with a covered sitting area, a sun deck and terrace, and a bathroom with a bathtub.

Pool Villas

Perched high above Pansea Bay with garden views, the one-bedroom Pool Villas offer 90 square metres of living space and a private infinity-edge pool with a lounging sala. Each villa has a king-size bed, a separate lounge, a walk-in closet and a bathroom with a double vanity, rain shower and bathtub. Floating walkways through the vegetation connect the villas to the rest of the resort.

Exact bedding, occupancy and inclusions can vary by rate plan, and the listing states that rollaway or extra beds are not available, so check the room details on the Traveloka booking page before you confirm.

Facilities and Amenities

Much of what makes The Surin Phuket appealing is outdoors. The property listing confirms a private beach with beach umbrellas, beach towels and beach sun loungers, an outdoor pool with pool sun loungers, a children's pool, a garden and a terrace. Pool access runs from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

• Wellness: The Surin Spa offers massages and facials. The resort describes its spa cottages, each with double treatment beds, as nestled around huge granite boulders and jungle foliage on the hillside. Treatments must be reserved in advance.
• Sport and recreation: a fitness centre, beach volleyball, snorkelling, windsurfing and billiards, plus a library for quieter afternoons.
• Families: a children's pool and babysitting (surcharge applies).
• Connectivity: free WiFi, listed by the property as complimentary wireless internet access.
• Business and events: meeting rooms, a computer station, business facilities and a reception hall, along with a wedding service and romantic proposal packages.
• Services: a 24-hour receptionist, concierge, porter, luggage storage, laundry service and safety deposit boxes.
• Getting about: parking and valet parking on site, plus an area shuttle (surcharge applies) that the listing says operates within a one-kilometre radius.

The listing also notes disabled-access-friendly features and a designated smoking area. Because the resort is built on a slope with stairs and no elevators, guests with accessibility needs should contact the property before arrival to confirm which units suit them best.

Location and Getting There

The Surin Phuket is in Choeng Thale, on the northern stretch of Phuket's west coast, with Bang Tao Beach about 1.3 km away and Kamala Beach about 3.9 km away. The listing gives these approximate distances:

• Pansea Beach - 0.2 km
• Surin Beach - 1 km
• The Plaza Surin - 1.3 km
• Bang Tao Beach - 1.3 km
• Laem Singh Beach - 2.3 km
• Bang-Tao Night Market - 3.6 km
• Phuket Adventure Mini Golf - 3.6 km
• Kamala Beach - 3.9 km
• Boat Avenue Mall Phuket and Porto de Phuket - 4.9 km
• Laguna Phuket Golf Club - 7.4 km
• Patong Beach - about 11.9 km

The preferred airport is Phuket International Airport (HKT), about 20.1 km away. Singapore travellers can book flights to Phuket on Traveloka and then continue by road. The property offers airport transfers for a surcharge; to arrange a pick-up, contact the resort at least 24 hours before arrival using the details on your booking confirmation. The listing also states that a car is required for getting to and from the property, so plan on a transfer, taxi or rental car rather than public transport.

Once you have settled in, Surin Beach and The Plaza Surin are a short drive away for shops and cafés, while Boat Avenue and Porto de Phuket near Bang Tao offer a wider choice of restaurants and retail.

Dining at The Surin Phuket

The resort's official website lists several dining venues, each with a different setting:

• Lomtalay Restaurant: an open-air dining space with sweeping views of the Andaman Sea, serving the breakfast buffet of breads, pastries, deli items, an egg station, fruit and vegetables from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
• Beach Restaurant: set on the sand of Pansea Beach, serving Thai dishes in a sharing style at dinner, with the kitchen led by Thai chef Khun Roj.
• Sunset Restaurant: overlooking the pool with ocean views, with a varied international menu for lunch and dinner.
• Poolside Dining: light meals and snacks by the pool through lunch and dinner.
• Beach Bar: cocktails on the soft sand of Pansea Beach from morning until late.

Breakfast is charged separately unless your rate includes it; according to the listing, children aged 3 and younger eat breakfast free, while a fee applies for children aged 4 to 12. Room service is available during limited hours, and the resort can arrange a candlelit romantic dinner on the beach with one day's notice. Away from the resort, the restaurants around Surin Beach and Bang Tao are within easy reach by car. To fill your days between meals, browse things to do in Phuket on Traveloka, and add a day trip or two to your itinerary.

Why Stay at The Surin Phuket

The strongest argument for The Surin Phuket is its setting. Pansea Beach sits just 200 metres from the property, and the low-rise cottages blend into the hillside rather than dominating it. Having been around since 1982, the resort has had decades to grow into its landscape, and the result feels closer to a village of cottages than a conventional hotel.

• Choice of layouts: from 46-square-metre cottages for couples to two-bedroom family cottages, beachfront suites and pool villas with their own infinity-edge pools.
• Beach life on the doorstep: a private beach with loungers, umbrellas and towels, plus snorkelling and windsurfing listed among the activities.
• Several places to eat: Thai sharing plates on the sand at the Beach Restaurant, international dishes at Sunset Restaurant and cocktails at the Beach Bar.
• A hillside spa: The Surin Spa's cottages are set among granite boulders and greenery.
• Celebrations: wedding services and romantic proposal packages are both listed, which makes the resort a natural fit for honeymoons and anniversaries.

The trade-offs are worth weighing too. The terrain means stairs, there are no elevators, and you will need a car or transfer to explore beyond Surin. If you would rather be in the thick of Phuket's nightlife, compare other hotels on Traveloka in areas closer to Patong.

Tips for Booking The Surin Phuket on Traveloka

1. Pick the category by priority: choose a Beach Suite or Beach Deluxe Suite for direct sand access, a Pool Villa for privacy and your own pool, a Deluxe Cottage for sea views at the entry size, or a Two-Bedroom Family Cottage for families of four.
2. Check whether breakfast is included: breakfast at Lomtalay Restaurant is charged separately on some rates, so compare room-only and breakfast-inclusive options on the booking page.
3. Plan your arrival: check-in begins at 2:00 PM. The resort asks guests to contact it at least 48 hours before arrival about check-in arrangements, and at least 24 hours ahead for an airport pick-up.
4. Ask about early check-in or late check-out: both are available for a fee, subject to availability.
5. Book spa treatments early: massages and spa treatments require a reservation, which you can make by contacting the resort before you arrive.
6. Bring the right card: the property accepts credit cards and not cash, and a government-issued photo ID plus a card or deposit may be required at check-in for incidentals.
7. Know the house rules: pets and service animals are not allowed, only registered guests may enter the rooms, and rollaway or extra beds are not available.

One child aged 4 or younger stays free when sharing the parents' room with existing bedding. When you are ready, start planning the rest of your trip from the Traveloka homepage.

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