CENTARA VILLAS PHUKET, Karon

Centara Villas Phuket - A secluded tropical villa resort with private pools, ocean-view dining, and spa facilities

Nestled within lush jungle overlooking the Andaman Sea, Centara Villas Phuket features 72 private Thai-style villas, some offering direct ocean views from inclined terraces with optional private pools or Jacuzzis. The 4-star property includes a two-tiered swimming pool, three ocean-view restaurants serving Thai and international cuisine, and SPA Cenvaree with open-air treatment pavilions. A coastal pathway connects the resort to Karon Beach, though the 30-minute walk includes uneven terrain unsuitable for guests with mobility issues. The 46-61 sqm villas accommodate up to 3 adults, with Deluxe Spa Villas featuring balcony Jacuzzis and Private Pool Villas including plunge pools. Centara Villas Phuket is a 50-minute drive from Phuket International Airport and 1.5 km from Wat Suwan Khiri Khet temple.

Pros

Private villas with direct ocean views and optional pool/Jacuzzi configurations

Three dining venues including The Cliff Bar, known for sunset cocktails over Karon Bay

SPA Cenvaree offers couple's treatments in open-air pavilions

Coastal pathway access to Karon Beach (30-minute walk)

50-minute transfer time from Phuket International Airport

Cons

Beach access path has uneven terrain unsuitable for mobility-impaired guests

Some villas show signs of aging according to guest reviews