The Yama Hotel Phuket

In a sleek hillside building surrounded by mountains, this polished hotel is 3 km from Kata Beach and 7 km from the Buddhist Wat Chalong temple complex. Featuring sitting areas and floor-to-ceiling windows, the airy rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks, as well as minibars, tea and coffeemakers, and safes; some have sea or mountain views, and/or direct access to a pool. Upgraded rooms add balconies. Room service is available.There's an informal restaurant and a gym, plus an outdoor pool with a hot tub and a poolside bar. A kids' club is offered. Breakfast and parking are available (fees may apply).