The Racha, Phuket

Description

Racha Hotel Phuket is set on the magnificent Batok Beach on on Racha Yai Island. From Racha Hotel, it takes just a 35 - 50 minutes' ride by boat from Phuket's Chalong Bay. A perfect hideaway for those who want to revitalise their energy, Racha Hotel features 70 luxurious villas that are appointed with all modern conveniences. Hotel facilities at Racha Hotel include three restaurants, two swimming pools, Anumba Spa and gym, as well as PADI dive centre and non-motorized water sports and activity centre.

Services

• Year built: 2003/4
• Number of floors: 1
• Number of Villas: 70
• Conference room capacity: 30
• Room service (18:00 to 24:00)
• No pets allowed

Location:

A one hour and 15 minutes flight from Bangkok. A 45-minute drive from Phuket International Airport and a 35 - 45 minutes ride by boat from Phuket's Chalong Bay to Racha Island. The Racha is set on the magnificent Batok beach in one of Thailand's most spectacular bays on Racha Yai Island and facing west towards the sunset.

Room Description

Superior Villa - The superior villas are laid out in pairs sharing a detached pavilion and are all luxuriously appointed with private terraces and spacious bathrooms; offering both indoor and outdoor shower pleasure. Some feature connecting doors. Size: 43 sq. metres, excluding the terrace.

Deluxe Villas - These individual villas are larger and some of them boast the best sea views on the island. They offer a large living area and a spacious private terrace. Each deluxe villa is superbly designed and features a luxurious bathroom and a rain-shower outside. Size: 54 sq. metres, excluding the terrace.

Deluxe Villas with Pool - The deluxe villas with pool are similar to the deluxe villas in the layout and furnishing.

In addition, they feature a private swimming pool or plunge pool with Jacuzzi and are located within the prime area of the resort. Size: 54 sq. metres, excluding private pool & terrace.

Pool Villas - The large and luxurious pool villas feature private infinity-edge swimming pools overlooking the Andaman Sea, a large sun deck and an open-air relaxation pavilion. All pool villas occupy the prime sites within the resort. Size: 93 sq. metres, excluding private pool & terrace.

Lighthouse - This is the ultimate luxury accommodation at The Racha. This superb two storey villa features two bedrooms, both with private Jacuzzi in the bathroom.

The swimming pool is located privately and offers guests and ideal place to relax in a peaceful setting. Size: 150 sq. metres, excluding private pool & terrace.


Room Features

• Air-conditioning
• Amenities
• Bath / Shower
• Bathrobe
• Bathrooms in rooms
• Beach and pool towels
• Daily national newspaper
• Desk
• DVD entertainment system
• Hairdryer
• IDD telephone
• LAN Internet Connection
• Mini bar
• Mosquito repellent
• Outside shower
• Safety box
• Satellite TV
• Shower
• Slippers
• Smoke detector
• Sun deck (Pool & light House Villa)
• Torch light

Restaurants

The Earth Café - Contemporary style international café open from 06:30h throughout the day until 22:30 (last order). Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in air-conditioned comfort or on the terrace.
The Fire Grill - Located on the pool deck. This fine dining restaurant offers pizza and paste for lunch and transforms into an elegant dining outlet for dinner. Open from 11:00 to 22:30 (last order).
The Sunset Beach Restaurant - A casual restaurant serving local Thai specialities and fresh sea food right next to the shores of the Andaman Sea. Open from 11:00 to 22:30 (last order).
The Ice Bar - The perfect place for a cocktail while listening to your favourite songs performed by the band. Open from 18:00 to 01:00.
In-Villa Dining - International a la carte menu and private dinners served on the terrace are available. In-villa dining service is available from 06:30 to 24:00.



Leisure

• Driving range (request)
• Fishing - seawater (nearby)
• Hairdresser (request)
• Jogging track (nearby)
• Outdoor swimming pool (on-site)
• Scuba diving (nearby)
• Safaris / game drives (request)
• Sailing (request)
• Snooker (on-site)
• Tennis courts (on-site)
• Windsurfing (on-site)
• Board Games
• Mountain Bikes

Directions:

Approximately 45 minutes from Phuket International Airport to Chalong Pier then another 35 to 50 minutes (Depending on seas Conditions) speed boat ride to the resort.


Transportation

• International Airport: 60 km (from the Resort) / Taxi from BHT 400 to 600
• Bus or Coach: 45 km
• Car rental: BHT 800

Landmarks

• Snorkelling in crystal clear water 100 metres west
• The islands of the Andaman Sea 2-20 km south, east or west
• Elephant trekking on Phuket Island 15 km by boat - west
• Golf on Phuket Island 30 km by boat and car - west
• Butterfly farm on Phuket Island 30 km. by boat and car - west

Shops

• Dive Shop
• Local handicraft Shop
• Boutique and local sundry shop.