The Bhandari is not directly on the...
The Bhandari is not directly on the beach, but it is, without doubt, the best holiday location we have ever stayed. The cottages were spacious and clean, although book early to guarantee a kingsize bed if you want one.
The staff were expectionally friendly, always had smiles on their faces (despite always appearing to be on duty), and were always on hand to help where possible. They really helped to make the stay extra special.
The hotel itself is about a 5-10 minute walk to the shops and restaurants, although it did have its own mini-mart which invariably undercut prices elsewhere!
We didn't try the spa treatments which weren't well publicised. However, if you want a great Thai massage visit Nuang, a 78 year old man, and his wife Chop. Turn left out of the hotel and left again up to the main road. Turn left past the mini0mart and then left again about 25 metres along the road: NUANG MASSAGE. They are very, very good.
Also, if you are after reliable tours and taxi service to the airport in Phuket, try the operator on the corner opposite the mini-mart. They chanreg BHT800 one way for 2 passengers to the airport, as opposed to to BHT1500 using the hotel.
We have no hesitation in recommending the Bhandari as an idyllic holiday getaway.
