Phuket's an active and healthy holiday destination. Each year, the island's sporting calendar is packed with events ranging from marathons to bike races to cricket and yachting. Phuket's top hotels are keeping abreast of this athletic leaning and it's a rare hotel that doesn't cater for its more energetic guests with a state-of-the-art fitness centre and extensive exercise facilities, complemented by great scenery and, of course, delicious and healthy food. Here are Phuket's top ten fitness resorts, every one a winner and a champ in its own class.
- 470 Rooms
On any afternoon at Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort you will witness a veritable hive of activity as guests busy themselves with complimentary non-motorised water sports, tennis, working out in the gym, archery, giant chess, rock climbing, five-a-side football, jogging or simply swimming in one of the three pools or in the sea. Le Meridien takes its fun seriously and likes to ensure that no one is left out. The gym itself is adjacent to a sauna room and has fully qualified fitness trainers who will advise you on how to get and stay fit while the state-of-the-art machines challenge you to the optimum. Read More...
- 405 Room/Villas
Joint host to Phuket's triathlon and marathon, the Sheraton Grande Laguna knows a thing or two about fitness. Set in beachside rolling greenery, the resort's grounds are conducive to exercise while the beach invites activities such a hobie catting, jogging, windsurfing and diving. For those looking to have a little team building fun or adventures while vacationing, Quest Laguna Phuket Adventure offers recreational programmes from rock climbing, abseiling and high ropes course to family challenge programmes. Make full use of the resort's fitness pavilion and after go for a massage or sweat it out in the steam rooms. Either way you're going to love the Sheraton Grande Laguna for its fitness facilities Read More...
- 265 Rooms
The Marriott doesn't do things by halves. Their gym is a work of art and is adjacent to a large Jacuzzi and steam room. Each of their fitness machines features a television for you to tune into the news or sports and there is a large fridge full of healthy sports drinks. Bicycle around the surrounding countryside to your heart's delight or go beach trekking or jogging. There is a lighted double tennis court (complete with umpires' chairs) and the resort is a past master at incentive training and teambuilding activities. In high season guests have free access to non-motorised water sports and the resort is strategically located for golfing on the east side of the island. Read More...
- 121 Villas
When a resort is voted the best spa in the world it is not to be taken lightly. The Banyan Tree has a reputation for excellence and is another co-host of Phuket's triathlon and marathon, ground-breaking sports events on the island. Join in with the daily 'aquaaerobics' sessions or head out to the nearby links for a round or two of golf. Many fitness-conscious guests use the Laguna's huge grounds as a jogging or bicycling venue while others pound the ground at the resort's excellent tennis courts. And of course for après-sport there is always that world class spa to relax in. Read More...
- 252 Rooms
Set in between beautiful lagunas and beachside, Laguna Beach Resort has got to be the ideal location for water sports and the great thing about it is that they're free. Kayak around exploring the area or, in calm conditions, head out to sea as you experience the tropics, nautical-style. Take the kids to the resort's waterpark for an afternoon of healthy soaking or if you want to improve or perfect your swing, head out to the driving range. You can also have a game of pool basketball with other guests or join in the daily 'aquaaerobics' classes. It's water all the way at Laguna Beach Resort. Read More...
- 76 Rooms
Located under the Palm Spa and Wellness Centre the Twinpalms' air-conditioned gym has top-of-the-range exercise bikes, treadmills, elliptic trainers, free weights, all in air-conditioned comfort in elegant and ultra-modern surroundings. Fully qualified staff members are there to optimise the experience. There is also sunrise yoga, organised beach jogging, aqua-yoga, several levels of Thai boxing to choose from, aerobics, steps, Pilates, stretching and of course beach and water sports. Stay fit in beautiful surroundings at Twinpalms. Read More...
- 382 Rooms
The Moevenpick at Karon Beach is a large resort in which you never seem to feel crowded. The fitness centre is equipped with exercise machines for all levels and the great thing is that guests can access it 24-hours daily with their room key card. The centre is located next to the pool with a garden view. But there are other workout options. Try the hotel's two outdoor tennis courts where you can play day or night. There is also a good jogging track round the hotel grounds. The games room is also open 24 hours and features a full-size snooker table, pool table and table tennis table. Read More...
- 265 Rooms
Holiday Inn Phuket is located along the main Patong beachfront road which extends around the beach, close to the shops and nightlife. Set in extensive grounds, it has easy beach access and at the same time offers a secluded and private retreat. Its fitness centre is located in the Busakorn wing looking out to the pool and is open from 6am to 9pm. Resident and qualified staff members are on hand to assist you from 10am to 9pm. There are 10 machines, including treadmills, steps, and a lifting machine. Besides the complimentary drinking water, guests are welcome to a healthy fruit snack after their workout. Read More...
- 421 Rooms
Millennium is the new kid on the block in Phuket and she's a real looker. Millennium features two wings, Beachside and Lakeside and each has a plethora of healthy options to choose from. Both wings have rooftop swimming pools – Lakeside is a lap pool – that are almost beachside experiences while Lakeside has a poolside fitness centre that puts many a resort to shame. For an exotic après exercise warm-down the Escentika spa at Millennium is almost unbeatable with its exclusive Pevonia Botanica beauty and wellness products. Read More...
- 110 Rooms
The Yacht Club is located on beautiful Nai Harn Beach, a local joggers' favourite. The resort is aware of the growing fitness trend among guests and provides activities to suit every type of fitness enthusiast. The fitness centre features regularly maintained equipment and there is always the 'beach or pool' pleasing conundrum. For tennis fans there are two well-maintained courts on which to do your Federer impersonations and there's even the option of an floodlit evening game to beat the heat. Grab a windsurf board and ride Nai Harn's crystal-blue waves or get down with the fish with snorkelling equipment. And of course there's the spa with the best view in Phuket to relax in. Read More...
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