Impiana Resort Patong Phuket

Surrounded by tropical gardens, this elegant beach resort with sleek, contemporary interiors is 20 km from the Wat Chalong buddhist temples. Featuring balconies and sea or garden views, the upscale, Thai-style rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and DVD players, as well as tea and coffeemakers and minibars. Suites add living rooms; 1 offers individual details such as sculptures and a hand-carved walnut dining table. Room service is available. Breakfast is free. There are 3 restaurants, 1 of which is a stylish Italian bistro and another which overlooks the Andaman sea. There's also a beach bar, a spa and a chic outdoor pool in the gardens.