Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand

Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand
The Pool – Twinpalms Phuket

Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand

Monica Tindall
Surin Beach on the west coast of Phuket bears one of the
island’s most entertaining and fashionable resorts, Twinpalms Phuket. Founder
of the infamous “White Party,” the theme of fun and leisure is carried through
to all that makes up this beautiful beachside resort.
Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand
Twinpalms Phuket Entrance
For less than 100 rooms, these boutique accommodations
support an incredible amount of facilities. Pools, beach club, spa, fitness,
numerous dining and drinking outlets and the waterfront location ensures guests
could happily occupy themselves for days without leaving the site.
Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand
Green Walkways
Top landscape architect, Martin Palleros, designed Twinpalms
Phuket incorporating a seamless transition between nature and man-made modernity.
Dubbed, ‘a stunning tropical water garden,’ the grounds of Twinpalms Phuket are
just that. Abundant vegetation meets the water’s edge of lagoons, pools and
calming water features.
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Love this Pool!
The most striking cynosure is the central lagoon pool. Spanning
over 1600m2 the centerpiece is 50m long meeting international competition
standards. A sun-bleached deck is fringed with stylishly slim sun chairs and
ivory umbrellas. Shaded day beds see manicured lawns sprouting with frangipanis
on one side and the ocean blue pool on the other.
Rooms
Again for only 97 rooms, Twinpalms Phuket does a brilliant
job of catering to a variety of needs by offering a multitude of room
categories. From the cool clean 55m2 space of a Deluxe Palm Room to the
whopping 600m2 luxury of a Presidential Pool Suite, there’s something for most
proclivities.
The most basic category presents giant glass sliding doors
leading out to a balcony on one side of the bedroom and a separate bathroom on
the other. Dark wood floors are brightened with white walls and bed coverings.
Aquamarine paintings provide simple adornment and a connection between indoors
and out. All the basics are covered with electronic safe, flat screen TV,
complimentary Wi-Fi and mini-bar.
Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand
Deluxe Palm Room
The wooden deck holds all weather lounge chairs and
overlooks lush tropical greenery. When in this part of the world, an outdoor
space accessed directly from your room is always appreciated. For a step up,
the 15 Lagoon Pool Rooms benefit from access from their private balconies to
meandering dipping ponds shaded with viridescent foliage.
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Grand Deluxe Lagoon Pool Room
Our stay began with a signature welcome of a bubbly cocktail
and presentation of a jasmine bracelet in the main lobby before being greeted
by a resident host.
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Twinpalms Signature Welcome
Led to our accommodation, the host took our details for
check-in within the comfort of the lounge of our Penthouse Pool Suite. Part of
the formalities included customizing the particulars of our stay to our desired
preferences and an orientation to the indulgent three stories of living space. Which
pillow would we like? How about fruit likings? Which scent takes our fancy for the
diffuser and, what flowers would bring happiness to our home? (Our answers:
memory foam; mix of pineapple, mango and pomelo; lemongrass; and frangipanis.)
Informed that the residence host service is on-call 24 hours a day, we were
left alone but with the reminder that assistance is a mere call away.
Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand
Twinpalms Customized Welcome
Composed of a downstairs living and dining area with
separate bathroom, a mid-level bedroom and ensuite and, rooftop pool the
triplex Penthouse Pool Suite is a sanctuary of stylish calm and lavish space.
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Guest Bathroom
Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand
Penthouse Suite Living Room
Milky marble floors and white walls are the palette for dark
wooden furniture with simple functional lines and a few well-placed artworks in
the form of contemporary paintings and ceramics. The entry level is an open
living and dining area with a double height ceiling and separate bathroom. A dining
table capable of seating six, a breakfast bar, working desk, sofa, armchairs and
coffee table make up the big furniture items. Modern technology however further
enhances comfort with a 46 inch flat screen TV, high quality surround sound
system, stereo and iPod connection.
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Penthouse Suite Dining Room
The mini-bar is impressive! A dedicated wine fridge with
quality drops such as a vintage Dom Perignon is sided with a liquor cabinet of
big name spirits. Glasses hang from a rack above ensuring you have the
appropriate shape and size for your selected beverage. Two mini-fridges hold
further refreshment and not only is there an espresso machine, but a separate
milk frother too!
Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand
Penthouse Suite Mini Bar
The splendor continues on the mid-level with a king sized
bed dressed in 385 thread count linens. Two self-contained wardrobes give each
his/her own space with soft robes and slippers enclosed too.  Double sinks in the bathroom are almost a
‘must’ these days and our room is up with the times. Molten Brown bath products
from London add a lush designer stroke to the general feel and, a free-standing
bathtub begs to be filled.
Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand
Penthouse Suite Bedroom
Moving to the rooftop, the Penthouse Pool Suite shines with
its private 9x3m pool. An infinity edge, frangipani on the deck, cushioned sun
chairs and, another mini-bar make this a playground we’re not keen on leaving
anytime soon. That said however, there’s much fun to be discovered around this
property, so we set off to explore.
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Penthouse Suite Rooftop Pool
Food and Beverage
Most room deals include breakfast and ours is taken at Oriental Spoon Grill and Bar. Thai,
Western and fusion influences thread the cuisine and contemporary Thai art
marks the interior. This is Twinpalms all day dining option and the atmosphere hots
up at night with regular live music. Our stay is blessed with the skill of a
pianist from San Francisco who extends a more refined style of entertainment
than that found at the pumping beach clubs. Check out our experience at
Oriental Spoon via this link.
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Oriental Spoon
Catch Beach Club
is a must for anyone visiting or residing on the island of Phuket. Famed for
the alliterating trio of fun, fashion and fabulousness, this beach club is best
visited late afternoon in time to grab a cool cocktail and marvel at the
magnificent sunset. Staying on through the evening rewards night owls with some
of the most talked about parties in the region. We tried their buffet. Find out what they serve here.

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Catch Beach Club
While Catch Beach Club is the place to be seen in the
evenings, BIMI Beach Club is Phuket’s
only all day party scene. Fresh local and international snacks and light meals
keep tummies satiated as bodies strut their tanned, trim lines while mingling
and dancing on the soft sandy shores of the Surin.

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BIMI Beach Club
Twinpalms too has other outlets around the island to which
they’re happy to transfer you to. FLAME’s open kitchens provide in house
entertainment and true to its name barbecued fare. Take away and home delivery
are popular options for those homebodies who prefer the comfort of their own
couch or dining table for meals. Pasta,
Sushi
and Bake are three more
outlets, offering further choice to both residing and visiting guests.
Facilities
Thailand is known for its scrumptious food and exotic
cocktails and we’ve had more than our fill at Twinpalms. All those calories add
up and we’re happy to find a well equipped fitness centre to keep our hips
under control. A boutique allows a little shopping in the comfort of the resort
and a library is decked with books, magazines and a few computer terminals to
stay connected with the world or check-in for your next flight.
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Gymnasium
Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand
Library
Esthederm Spa is a must visit. Specifically designed for
Phuket’s climate, all treatments take into account the tropical heat and sun
exposure in their design. Products are suitable for use in the sun and an
extensive menu provides custom treatments for individualised goals and skin
types. Read about our spa experience via this link.

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Esthederm Treatment Room

Corporate Social
Responsibility
More than ever contemporary resorts are realizing the
importance of sustainable practices. We’re happy to see a number of principles
in place at Twinpalms showing their commitment to the environment and respect
for the local community.
Employment of local staff is highly encouraged and training
and opportunities to grow are clearly in place. The use of local products, such
as Aka coffee beans from Northern Thailand, too is highly valued, contributing
not only to the growth of Thai businesses but the reduction of carbon miles also.
Although on a public beach, Twinpalms takes responsibility for cleaning it
daily and invite staff to take care of public spaces.
Twinpalms offers the ultimate in fashionable, contemporary
accommodation. Providing guests with endless entertainment options in a
verdant, water inspired landscape, this boutique hotel is an exciting and
stylish choice for a holiday. 
Twinpalms Phuket, Thailand
Another shot of the lagoon pool
Reasons to visit: fun,
stylish and contemporary; stunning water inspired setting; extensive food,
beverage and entertainment options; variety of accommodation options; Penthouse
Pool Suite for the ultimate luxury getaway.
Twinpalms Phuket
Surin Beach
Phuket, Thailand
+66 076 316 500

6 Comments

  1. Wowwwww!!!! Love that bedroom!

  2. That's 5-star, the privacy itself is worth it. Very nice !

  3. love the photo of the tall, proud palm trees by the pool 😀

  4. Nice place, but all a bit "too much".
    Back to the roots – beach and palms and a hammock and some friends is all I need to spend a great time.

    Regards from Germany!

  5. I don't think I can bear to look at the pictures….I want a holiday!!!

  6. Oh wow, would love to stay in this resort & indulge in their spa!

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