Rawai sits on the southern tip of Phuket, a working coastal community with fishing boats, waterfront seafood restaurants and an unhurried feel. It is a convenient base for reaching the beaches, viewpoints and islands of the south.
Beach conditions change with the season and tides, so check local conditions before planning a swim.
Close to the hotel, Rawai Beach is the local waterfront more than a sunbathing strip. Walk along the shore, eat at the seafood restaurants nearby and look into boat trips to the surrounding islands. The hotel does not have a private beach or direct beach access.
A wide sandy bay framed by green hills, Nai Harn is one of the reasons visitors choose the south of the island. It suits a slow day with a picnic and a walk along the sand.
Laem Phromthep is a headland at Phuket's southern point and one of the island's best-known viewpoints. Many visitors time a trip for the late afternoon to watch the light over the Andaman Sea, weather permitting.
Read the Tourism Authority of Thailand guide(external website, opens in a new tab)The seafood market near Rawai's waterfront is a lively glimpse of local life. Browse the catch on display and, at some stalls, choose seafood to have cooked nearby. The market is run independently of the hotel.
A popular west-coast beach north of Nai Harn, with more restaurants and shops along the bay.
A large white marble statue on a hilltop, known for its wide views across the south of the island.
Phuket's best-known Buddhist temple, worth a visit for its architecture and calm grounds.
Destination information about the southern Phuket viewpoint. External website.
An introduction to Rawai Beach, the coastal area and local visitor information. External website.