11/7 Moo 6, Soi Koktanod 12, Choeng Thale, Thailand | (586) 210-9239
Stylish contemporary rooms have private balconies and patios
Sleek, modern bathrooms have walk-in rainfall showers and some separate tubs
Suites have living rooms and full kitchens; many have private pools
Three-bedroom villas with private pools, kitchens, and garages
Attractive outdoor pool with swim-up bar
Adult-only rooftop pool and bar
Two restaurants serve Thai fare
Fitness center and spa with five treatment rooms
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Free shuttle to Dream Beach Club
Free parking
Not within walking distance of the beach
Deluxe Twin Rooms only have showers
The upscale Dream Phuket Hotel & Spa is a stylish and modern property that offers 172 spacious and sunlit guest rooms, suites, and three-bedroom villas. All units are outfitted with mod cons like flat-screen TVs and minibars, while suites add living rooms and full kitchens -- plus many have private pools (as do the villas). One of the highlights here is the attractive outdoor pool with a swim-up bar, plus there's an adult-only rooftop pool and bar that offers stunning panoramic views over the surroundings. Two restaurants as well as spa and fitness facilities round out the features. The beach is a five-minute drive away (there's a free shuttle to the Dream Beach Club). Those looking for something beachfront might want to check out Arinara Bangtao Beach Resort instead -- though rates are higher.
Scene
Modern upscale hotel with stylish common spaces
This upscale modern resort makes for a fun and relaxing vacation. Swish and contemporary interiors take advantage of the outdoors with open-air architecture and large windows that overlook the lush palm trees and greenery. The property is centered around an attractive outdoor pool that's peppered with palms and neatly surrounded by loungers, submerged sunbeds, and chic cabanas. But perhaps even more attractive is the adult-only rooftop pool and bar, which sits above it all and offers expansive panoramic views over the surroundings including stunning green hills and mountains in the distance. Clientele here are mainly tourists seeking a sunny vacation, and the variety of lodging means that couples, families, and groups are all catered to.
Location
Quiet and mostly residential area a five-minute drive to the beach
The hotel is situated in a quiet residential area that's home to a couple of other hotels. There's not much else in the area, though a couple of dining options and a grocery store are within a five- to 10-minute walk of the hotel. The property offers a free shuttle service to the nearest beach and Dream Beach Club, which is about five minutes away. Patong, a beach resort town famous for its nightlife, is around a 35-minute drive away. Phuket International Airport is a 25-minute drive away.
Rooms
Stylish rooms, suites, and villas; some with full kitchens and private pools
The hotel has a variety of accommodations to choose from, including guest rooms, suites, and villas. Decor in all room types is stylish and contemporary, with a pleasing white and blue color palette accented by handsome caramel leather chairs. All units are spacious and full of natural light thanks to glass sliding doors that open onto private balconies or patios. Standard amenities include flat-screen TVs, minibars, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and free high-speed Wi-Fi. Bathrooms are sleek and modern, and most units have both walk-in rainfall showers and separate soaking tubs. Deluxe Twins only have showers. Magnifying mirrors, hairdryers, and toiletries are supplied.Suites have separate living rooms and full kitchens with electric stoves and ovens. Some also have private outdoor pools. Villas are more like private houses than hotel rooms. They have three bedrooms and bathrooms as well as living rooms, kitchens, lovely gardens with private pools, and garages.
Features
Attractive outdoor pool and adult-only rooftop pool, two restaurants and bars, fitness and spa facilities, and access to Dream Beach Club
Features here focus on relaxing. A lovely outdoor pool lies at the center of the property and is surrounded by tall palm trees, chic seating, sunbeds, and cabanas. There's also a swim-up bar that serves cocktails and small bites. Another smaller, adult-only pool is located on the hotel's rooftop, which is also home to a bar. Featuring a wooden sundeck lined with umbrella-shaded loungers, the space offers stunning views over the surrounding landscape.The fitness center is well equipped with a good variety of cardio and strength-training machines, as well as free weights. Guests can also book personal training sessions or yoga, Pilates, and tai chi classes. Other wellness features include a spa with five treatment rooms and a menu that features massages, facials, and nail services.There are several dining options from which to choose. Trilogy, the hotel's signature restaurant, serves contemporary Thai fare. It has both indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a show kitchen, plus it's open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Indulge is a restaurant/bar that's open in the afternoons and evenings. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. Parking is free. Guests also have access (via free shuttle service and about a five-minute drive) to the nearby Dream Beach Club, which has beach access, two pools, a restaurant, and four bars.