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( 0 7631 6500;
www.twinpalms-phuket.com
;
r 6100-38,800B; )
This is
the Audrey Hepburn of Phuket's hotels - it's classic yet completely contemporary.
There's a pervasive feeling of space with minimalist, artsy swimming pools every-
where that are fringed by delicate white frangipani. It's a few minutes' walk to the
beach. Expats from all over Phuket can be found eating the island's most popular
brunch
(open noon to 2pm; buffet 1300B) here on Sundays
BENYADA LODGE $$
( 0 7627 1261;
www.benyadalodge-phuket.com
;
r 2800-3500B; )
Chic,
modern rooms - with black louvred closets, terracotta-tiled bathrooms and silk,
pastel-coloured throw pillows scattered in the lounging corner - are a great bargain
for this area. Take in the sunset and have a dip in the pool at the rooftop bar or it's
only a few minutes' walk to the beach.
Hotel
Eating
For cheap seafood, your first stop should be the numerous, fun and delicious
seafront dining rooms.
TASTE $$
( 08 7886 6401; tapas 160-225B)
The best of a new breed of urban-meets-surf
eateries along the beach. Dine indoors or alfresco on meal-sized salads, perfectly
cooked fillet mignon or a variety of Thai-Mediterranean starters and mains.
Fusion
