{"id":3021,"date":"2025-05-04T15:04:08","date_gmt":"2025-05-04T15:04:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/saiihotels.com\/?p=3021"},"modified":"2025-11-18T06:54:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T06:54:38","slug":"why-and-where-to-stay-in-laguna-phukets-hottest-destination","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saiihotels.com\/why-and-where-to-stay-in-laguna-phukets-hottest-destination\/","title":{"rendered":"Why and Where to Stay in Laguna, Phuket\u2019s Hottest Destination"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/saiihotels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/03-SAii-Laguna-Phuket-Resort-exterior-aerial.webp\" alt=\"Aerial shot of SAii Laguna Phuket resort\" width=\"1440\" height=\"743\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lagunaphuket.com\/about\/\">https:\/\/www.lagunaphuket.com\/about\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Have you heard of \u201cthe Beverly Hills of Phuket?\u201d A luxurious tropical enclave on the island\u2019s east coast, the Laguna neighbourhood has been growing in popularity over the past couple of decades and these places to stay in Phuket are fast becoming the go-to destination for vacationers, second-home owners, families and remote workers. But what\u2019s all the fuss about?<\/p>\n<p>In this blog, we\u2019re diving into Laguna, Phuket\u2019s hottest destination, from its humble origins to everything happening right now, plus top tips on how best to enjoy it and where to stay in the heart of all the tropical action.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Laguna\u2019s history: from tin mine to eco-luxury destination<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In 1984, Bang Tao Bay was home to a long-abandoned tin mine, generally considered too polluted to build on. Future-thinking developers acquired the land and embarked on a 10-year clean-up project, planting more than 7,000 trees to transform the wasteland, purify the earth and start a new chapter of regeneration.<\/p>\n<p>The Banyan Tree was the first hotel to open its doors in 1994, and since then, the area has gone from strength to strength. Now Thailand\u2019s premier integrated destination, Laguna is a shining example of sustainable, eco-friendly luxury island living.<\/p>\n<p>Set across 1,000 acres of lush, verdant land on a three-kilometre stretch of beautiful sand, it\u2019s home to six world-class hotels, spas, dining, watersports (on the lagoon and the sea), an 18-hole golf course and much more.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What\u2019s so special about Laguna Phuket?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>With the sparkling waters of the Andaman on one side and beautiful, serene lagoons set amid forested parkland, Laguna welcomes residents and guests with a full slate of amenities inside a scenic paradise with shopping, spas, and entertainment all on the doorstep.<\/p>\n<p>There are annual marathons and triathlons, an international kindergarten and a comprehensive wellness clinic, plus great infrastructure and endless dining destinations all just 25 minutes from Phuket Airport. It\u2019s easy to see why it\u2019s popular with holiday-makers, families and remote workers.<\/p>\n<p>All six resorts within Laguna are integrated into the neighbourhood and, as a hotel guest, you can explore freely, enjoying all the facilities and restaurants at any of the properties via complimentary shuttle boats that get you where you\u2019re going in style and safety.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Things to do in Laguna Phuket<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When staying in Laguna, you get direct access to Bang Tao Bay, a now-pristine stretch of sand lapped by the Andaman. Out on the waves and on the lagoons inland, watersport options include kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, windsurfing and more.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/saiihotels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/2_SAii-Laguna-Phuket_Stand_Up_Paddle.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Solo paddleboarding on the beach\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For a more sedate pace, the hotel spas offer blissful spa experiences, and Laguna\u2019s BDMS Wellness Center integrates advanced science and technology into services and experiences, including IV therapy, anti-ageing treatments and holistic health screenings.<\/p>\n<p>Laguna Golf Phuket helps players take their game to new levels with tuition from PGA pros and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. It\u2019s an 18-hole, par-71 course, where you can tee off with green mountains and the glittering ocean as a backdrop.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/saiihotels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1-SAii-Laguna-Phuket-Laguna-Golf-Phuket.webp\" alt=\"Aerial shot of golf court in Laguna Phuket\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1125\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Where to stay in Laguna Phuket<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Like we mentioned, there are six hotels integrated into the Laguna eco-system, and perhaps we\u2019re biased, but we recommend SAii Laguna Phuket! Freshly renovated rooms, a brand new lobby and updated dining destinations including the beachside Terra &amp; Mar mean a super comfy and luxurious stay. Plus, brand-new SAii Spa helps you unwind with irresistible treatments to boost your whole-life wellness.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/saiihotels.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17_SAii-Laguna-Phuket_pool.webp\" alt=\"SAii Laguna Phuket pool\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1001\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re located right between the ocean and the lagoon, so it\u2019s serene water wherever you look, and our team has the inside scoop on all the neighbourhood happenings.<\/p>\n<p>The Laguna life awaits in Phuket\u2019s answer to Beverly Hills. Start planning your SAii stay with our latest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saiiresorts.com\/phuket\/laguna\/offers\/\">offers<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Get the inside scoop on Laguna Phuket, from what\u2019s happening and things to do, to where to stay.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2101,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-3021","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-activity"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Places to stay Phuket | Why and where to stay in Laguna | SAii Hotels<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Among the finest places to stay in Phuket, SAii Laguna Phuket blends nature inspired calm, coastal luxury and 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