Ratana Hotel (076-343-181, 076-343-182, goo.gl/neus92) takes over a stretch of shop-houses near Patong Beach with plush, contemporary accommodation designed by Phuket firm Oracle Architects.

 

A five-story-tall map of Phuket shrouds the front of the building, while inside you’ll find more references to travel, with maps of Phuket, Patong and the world all over the place.

 

Though it’s in a shop-house, the hotel has even managed to squeeze in a pool terrace.

 

Rooms start at B1,700, but if you want natural light and views then make sure you request either the Grand Superior (B2,000) or Grand Deluxe (B2,400) categories at the back of the building.