Barcelo Coconut Island

Hotel Highlights

• The only beachfront development on the island hidden in lush foliage and palm trees.

• Stunning pools complete with waterslides

• Delish dining from Asian cuisine to Italian specialities

• A tonne of water sports on offer from waterskiing to canoeing.

• An on-site spa where you can treat yourself to a traditional Thai massage.

Once you've made your way to Laem Hin Pier, you can hop on one of the complimentary water taxi transfers that run every hour, 24/7 - how's that for boujee! There's even a lounge area for you to wait in style and come hell or high water these boats don't stop running - okay, in extreme circumstances, travel may be suspended - but we don't bank on that being often.

Location

• This complex sits in front of the beach.

• From Phuket International Airport, it takes around 50-minutes to get to Laem Hin Pier where you can catch a water taxi to the island.

Rooms

• At the Barcelo Coconut Island luxury oozes from every room and villa no matter the type, but we reckon it's still handy to break it down to it's plush furnishings, stun mod-cons and gorge views whether you're staying in a Pooll Villa, Tropical Jacuzzi Suite, Grand Beachfront Villa or Grand Seaview Villa.

• All rooms, Suites and Villas all come with...

  • Air-con

  • Satellite flat-screen TV

  • Private terrace

  • Fully equipped kitchenette/kitchen

  • A safe

  • A hairdryer

  • Private pool or jacuzzi depending on accom type

• The Grand Beachfront and Seaview Villas come with landscaped, tropical gardens with an outdoor dining deck, DVD players in the living room and master bedrooms, en-suites for all bedrooms and an iron/ironing board.

Food & Drink

• Kabang - a beachfront bonanza serving up Asian and Thai food, poolside snacks and a wide range of delish drinks sure to take your day from a 10, to an 11.

• Kucina - a rustic-style Italian complete with authentic wood-fire pizza oven for a true taste of the Med on your island jolly.

• Koko - a fine-dining spot offering Japanese fusion food to go alongside your tipple of choice from the unique cocktail menu at the bar.

• Cocomart - a local shop to keep your home-away-from-homes cupboards fully stocked if you're more about making your own meals.

• In-Villa Dining - speaking of, all accomadation comes with a kitchenette or kitchen like we mentioned, so make full use of the Cocomart and cook to your hearts content.

• Private Dining - if you wanna treat yourself to something a lil more boujee and a whole lot more special than a home-cooked meal, you can enjoy a private dining experience on the beach under the stars with your own personal waiter and a tailor made menu from the head chef.

Sports & Entertainment

• Swimming - not only do the villas all come with their own large outdoor private swimming pool, but there's also two resort pools both indoor and outdoor complete with waterslides - but wait, there's more, a poolside snack bar, sun loungers and parasols too.

• Kahtor Spa - kick your relaxation up a notch here with traditional Thai massage treatments and aromatherapy, enjoy a signature coconut scrub, take a pew in the Turkish bath or Scandinavian sauna, or treat yourself to a facial or body wrap.

• Water Sports - thrill seekers unite, you've got a tonne to get stuck into including waterskiing, diving and motor boating, sailing, catamaran boating and canoeing (extra charges apply)

• Kids Club - activities for all ages and a handy-dandy location right by the lobby - we reckon it's the best way to get the kids out of your hair while you get your Thai massage.

• Get Active - if you aren't about sports on the water then you're in luck, there's more to enjoy on solid ground from badminton to table tennis to beach volleyball.

• Golf - if you're trying to practice your put, then you've come to the right place, you can find 5 major golf courses nearby (externally provided, extra charges apply)