Phuket, ThailandNaithon Beach
Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon Beach
Clifftop Andaman resort
Naithon Beach Phuket, Thailand
Opened
2013
Price
$$$
Rated for
Resort Design WellnessOutside the door
The house
AccorClifftop Andaman resort
Life centers on the cliff edge, where open-air lounges face Andaman sunsets and stairs lead straight down to Naithon Beach.
What it’s good at
Notable
Multi-tier cliffside infinity pools step down the headland directly to Naithon Beach.
Listed
Contemporary flat-roofed pavilions step down the headland toward sunken water lounge booths.
Listed
Sunrise sessions on the oceanfront yoga deck join Parisian Guinot facials at Dhatri Spa.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Since opening in 2013, the Pullman Arcadia has maintained its fresh vibe, with all of the original team still welcoming guests.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
On a headland cliff overlooking Naithon Beach, steps down to the Andaman sand.
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The rooms
Ocean Rooms look directly out over Naithon Beach, while cliffside villas add private infinity plunge pools.
The infinity pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The curved infinity pool looks straight across the Andaman Sea, lined with sun loungers and striped umbrellas.
Spa and yoga deck
Dhatri Spa houses private treatment suites and a dedicated sauna. Out on the wooden deck, instructors lead morning yoga.
At the table
Vero bakes wood-fired pizza on the clifftop, and ECHO serves Thai gastro-fusion plates beneath woven pendant lights.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.