Iniala Beach House

Before booking, I had researched extensively about the Iniala Beach House, but I underestimated its excellence. I initially thought it would be good, but not to the extent of what I experienced. It surpassed all expectations, resembling a heavenly retreat for those who have lived virtuously. In fact, it exceeded my expectations by a thousandfold. During our two-week stay here, we found a serene oasis that offered a welcome escape from the typical hustle and bustle of Phuket. This marked our fourth visit to Thailand, and we were pleasantly surprised by the tranquility that this location provided. Situated just a 20-minute taxi ride north of Phuket airport, on the mainland beyond the bridge, the retreat strikes a perfect balance—far removed from the bustling tourist spots yet conveniently close for those who seek a change of scenery. My primary goal was to unwind from work stress and cherish quality time with my wife, and this place exceeded our expectations in every way. We began our stay by indulging in the luxury of all three beachfront pool villas, each surpassing the beauty of the previous one. Designed by renowned designers, each villa exuded its unique style and charm, creating a truly unforgettable experience. The butler service, particularly our dedicated Taengkwa, Melissa from sales, and Thai the GM, went above and beyond to cater to our every need. Our driver, Dean, treated us with royal hospitality, while Kay, our fitness instructor, added a great touch to our wellness experience. Not to be overlooked, the culinary delights surpassed our expectations, leading us to savor most of our meals in the comfort of our villa. The food was not just amazing—it was truly exceptional. Thanks Chef Jay.

If you want a very different experience in Thailand this is the place for you. It's not a hotel and its not villa life it's a bit of both. The decorations are incredible and the pools in each villa are beautiful. It gets a ten out ten for position, right on a beautiful long sandy beach and a ten out of ten for accommodation. Although the fridge was stocked well with drink there was no fresh fruit or snacks available which we'd had in every other place. Where it lacks, is the service! We had a lovely butler who lacked in experience, she never anticipated our needs and often we had to ask twice for things. For a five star price tag we'd expect five star treatment. The food was lovely and we enjoyed having it on our terrace by the pool.I enjoyed the yoga on the beach every morning. There's not much to do here but there is a good gym and paddle boards, canoes and bikes although we didn't use them. Don't come here if you like people watching and a bit of buzz, it defiantly doesn't have that its a very quiet hide away.

It was a long journey just to eat here but we made it and loved it. Chef Simon Rogans first steps into Thailand have got off to an amazing start and hopefully now the food guides will jump on board and reward the teams hard work. If you`re looking for an escape that oozes pure luxury then look no further. Just check out the photos and go enjoy Thailands next big discovery. Michelin stars to follow for sure.