SALA Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort

Most of the seventy-nine loft-style units at this contemporary Thai beach resort come with a private pool, which is the standard move at Mai Khao. A handful of balcony rooms exist for travelers not quite committing to that level of extravagance, and all share the same open-air bathrooms and full-size outdoor daybeds. The five-room spa, a fitness center, and arranged excursions from snorkeling to temple tours fill the hours between serious lounging sessions.