Phuket (Thailand) – August 20, 2019 (travelindex) – The Boat Lagoon Resort in Phuket is often overlooked due to its location. Why is that? Tourists visiting Phuket for the first time usually head to the well-known beaches like Patong and Karon. However, almost all of them also book a trip to the Phi Phi Islands, which inevitably leads them to the Phuket Boat Lagoon. There, the transfer boats that take guests to the popular islands await – right where the resort is located. It's therefore in the heart of Phuket, a fact that few people realize.

As the only resort with an internationally standard marina, Boat Lagoon Resort is located just 20 minutes from the airport and close to Phuket Town. Additional beaches are within a 30-minute drive. The resort was established 20 years ago to meet the demand from charter companies and boat owners, such as Sunsail, then the largest bareboat provider, who wanted to offer their guests and crew comfortable accommodation nearby without the hassle of travel. With the growth of tourism, Boat Lagoon Resort has become increasingly popular with tourists and is now easily accessible for tour operators, making it ideal for organizing group trips and conferences.

The hotel has 270 rooms, all decorated in a nautical style. Some rooms overlook the beautifully landscaped pool with its lush vegetation winding around the resort grounds, while others face the marina with its elegant yachts at anchor. Breakfast is served poolside each morning, providing a stunning backdrop – the perfect place to relax after a jog around the complex or a game of tennis.

The resort's advantage lies in its village-like marina layout, featuring a wide selection of restaurants, a well-stocked supermarket, a spa, and even an ice rink for children. The resort offers a shuttle service from the lobby to these facilities should you find the walk too far or the heat too intense.

When asked whether the location posed a challenge for tourists, Deputy General Manager Khun Boon Yongsakul proudly declared: “We have positioned ourselves as Phuket’s most vibrant marina. Contrary to what people think, we believe the location is our biggest selling point, as we are 20 to 30 minutes from the airport, 15 minutes from Phuket Historic Town, and island tours only take half an hour. Add to that our wide range of local services, from spas and top-notch grocery stores to a pharmacy – we have everything.”

When asked whether the resort was showing its age compared to the newer resorts in and around Phuket, Khun Boon also explained: "The modernization of the resort has been planned for several years, and we will announce it at the appropriate time."

Boat Lagoon Resort aims to become a family-friendly resort and destination. With its diverse team-building opportunities for MICE groups and its state-of-the-art event space, it is sure to become a popular resort in Phuket. With its new focus and ambition to become the next hot spot in town, it seeks to establish itself as a highly sought-after destination.

Further information about Boat Lagoon Resort can be found at: www.boatlagoonresort.com