7/6 Moo 6 Soi Bor-Rae, Sakdidech Road, Cape Panwa, Thailand | (888) 616-5829
In a tranquil spot on gorgeous private beach at the southern tip of Phuket
Huge rooms with kitchens, balconies, and separate living and dining rooms
Stunning views of Chalong Bay
Restaurants within a short walk down the beach
On-site restaurant offers good value
Extras provided in the rooms such as beach bags and flip flops
Outdoor pool and separate children’s pool with comfortable loungers
Room service is available during limited hours
Activities such as kayaking are available
Free car parking and local shuttle
Free Wi-Fi throughout the property
Free bike hire and use of the fitness center, computer room, and laundry
room
Wi-Fi signal can be poor
The location will be too quiet and isolated for some
Breakfast isn’t included in the room rate
Twin beds pushed together to make a double
The 36-room By The Sea is an upper-middle-range property in a peaceful and secluded
part of Phuket. This tranquil hotel has spacious, simple rooms, all with balconies, kitchens, and
separate dining and living rooms. Set on a gorgeous private beach with a
good restaurant on-site, this property is ideal for those who want to switch off
and enjoy total relaxation. Some may find the location a little isolated; Hemingways Silk Hotel in Patong is a good pick for guests that want to be closer to the island's nightlife.
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Scene
A tranquil, small hotel, ideal for couples and families
The exterior of the By The Sea hotel lacks charm, but the outdoor front desk on a cozy porch sets a better first impression. The hotel
is set in an area of lush vegetation, and on a private stretch of a stunning
white sand beach, which adds to the calm and tranquil feel of the property.
The hotel may be too quiet to suit the party crowd, and is not ideal for business
travelers due to the isolated location and poor Wi-Fi, so it mainly attracts
couples and families looking for a peaceful place to unwind. The overall atmosphere is relaxed and unstuffy.
Location
Peaceful and secluded -- but too remote for some
By The Sea is in Cape Panwa, the quietest part of Phuket. It’s a remote
and peaceful oasis away from the crowds and is a good spot to take in the
natural beauty of the island. The beach is fairly narrow but the sea in this
part is calm and clean, with stunning turquoise water. There are great
views of Chalong Bay. There’s not much to do nearby -- a few small restaurants
are within walking distance, and there are some water sports on offer at the
hotel. There is a taxi stand a short walk from the hotel for those who want to get out and about, and the hotel’s shuttle is on
hand too. The property is around an hour's drive from Phuket airport, a
seven-minute drive to Phuket Aquarium, a 12-minute drive from Phuket town, 20 minutes
from Phuket Zoo, and 45 minutes from lively Patong Beach.
Rooms
Enormous rooms with balconies, kitchens, and thoughtful extras
Rooms at By The Sea are some of the largest in all the hotels on
Phuket. Superior rooms have one bedroom, while Deluxe rooms have two. They all
have large balconies with stunning views, which get better the higher up
you go. The rooms have a separate dining area and sitting area and Thai-style
furnishings and decor throughout. Some rooms have small signs of wear and tear
on the furniture, but overall they’re in good shape. Every room has air-conditioning,
a minibar, safe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and bathrobes and
slippers. The kitchen area has a full-size fridge, electric kettle, and dishwasher. Bathrooms are large and have a separate bath and shower. The hotel
provides thoughtful touches such as toothbrushes and toothpaste, as well as free mineral water, and a beach bag in every
room with towels and flip flops so guests are ready to hit the beach. Connecting
rooms are available for those who need them. Wi-Fi is free throughout, but the signal can be spotty.
Features
Some activities on-site, but most come here for the private beach
There’s a fairly small, but well-kept, outdoor swimming pool here plus
a separate children’s pool. Most guests tend to head for the beach, so
the pool is usually quiet and there are ample sun loungers to choose from.
Breakfast isn’t included in the room rate but is available at the hotel’s
restaurant and offers a good variety including cereals, fruit, and cooked
options. For lunch and dinner, the restaurant serves a range of food
including noodle dishes, pizza, and curries. It’s pretty reasonably priced, but
there are cheaper options available nearby. Room service can be ordered during
limited hours. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, but the signal
can be spotty in the rooms and is strongest in the lobby. Activities on
offer at the hotel include kayaking, snorkeling, and mountain biking. There’s a
free local shuttle, free car parking, and free bike hire. Guests can also use
the spacious fitness center, computer room, and laundry room.
