X2 Khao Lak Anda Mani Resort

We loved the place, which is well-located on a most beautiful beach. Serene and so much more chill than even the mellowest parts of Phuket, and about an equal distance from the airport as the Bang Tao and Surin Beach areas in the north of Phuket. The food and drink are excellent, and the small dining area is perfect. The nearby town features all the usual businesses of a typical Thai village, and it is a very short walk from the Villas - approximately 60 seconds, but far enough away to avoid the noise. Speaking of reduced noise, the establishment is adults-only. There are other open-air restaurants along the beach, as well as cabanas offering Thai Massage, which you can also get at the Villas. GM Kris and his staff are superb - Jiab and the girls are excellent, the service and attention to the guests are as good as it gets. There is one improvement I would like to see: the rooms (at least ours) have a very nice bath area with a separate double-tub, shower, and toilet, but there are no privacy doors for the toilet or shower. And, there is no chair or desk in the room. We will definitely be back ... Mark & Ya Lin.

I can’t praise this gem of a resort enough. The staff go beyond anything you might expect. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The chef is amazing. I came here with family and we felt ‘at home’. The General Manager, Kris runs a very tight ship. I’m looking forward to a return visit.

I searched for days and weeks for a hotel that suits our requirements then I came across this hotel. It may not be one of the most popular talked about hotels but it is in my opinion the very best We arrived late evening and Kris and his staff were on hand to greet us. We were taken for a drink and nibbles while the staff took our luggage to our room Kris gave us all the information we needed, guided us to our room and left us to settle in. We booked the basic room but it was just amazing. Very very large bed, bath for couples as well as a rain shower There was a kettle with coffee milk and sugar although cold and hot drinks are free all day Lots of storage space and absolutely everything you need including dressing gowns, slippers, beach shoes and towels and amazingly two flasks to keep your water cold when going to the beach or sitting by the pool. Breakfast was amazing. Freshly cooked and choice of Asian or a variety of egg dishes. Lots of fruit and cereal and fabulous coffee The pool wasn’t enormous but I had it to myself most of the time as there are only 10 bungalows At the edge of the garden is a beautiful beach and within a five minute walk there are a few restaurants Every afternoon there are cocktails and nibbles which were fabulous I always looked forward to that time. It was my partners birthday while we were there and I can’t thank Kris and his staff for making it such a memorable one with the decorations on the bed with a birthday cake. I asked Kris for a table on the lawn for our evening meal and after the staff brought him a dessert with a candle and sang happy birthday to him I really can’t praise the Anda Mani enough it is not a hotel it just feels like staying with family. It’s small and intimate and everyone gives 100% to make your stay the best ever We returned home totally relaxed and with lots of memories Thank you Kris and all your staff for an amazing holiday. We miss you all. Should we ever return to Thailand we would only ever stay with you

Everything was amazing from the food to the rooms, to the service, to the meals. Me and my family all enjoyed it. The staff are soo kind and willing to help. The location is amazing. Just 2 minutes down the beach there is a kayak and paddle board hire. They make up your room twice a day and are very flexible on timing. The massages are amazing felt soo refreshed after. The pool is good and they provide floats to play with. Anything you need the staff will try provide. Walk straight onto the beach and into the lovely ocean.

What can I say? This resort was exceptional. I loved how it was quiet and peaceful. The beach was easily accessible and you can swap between the pool and the beach because there’s an outside shower! There was ample room for everyone, so there was no fighting for space! The highlight of the stay were Sini and Em. Their hospitality and their ability to go above and beyond was extraordinary. Definitely assets to the anda mani!