Nourished by the Sea and Peaceful Living

After going over a few slopes and bumping on the winding road surrounded by the lush trees, we finally arrived at the destination. After getting off the car, we didn‘t see any buildings. Several men dressed in white smiled at us and led us to the door. Then we saw a white marble staircase leading to the hotel lobby and realized that the whole resort was below us, extending along the cliff to the infnite Andaman Sea...

This is the Paresa Resort, located on the ”Millionaires‘ Mile” on Kamala‘s Hills, one of the most expensive addresses in Phuket. It is still some distance from the lively Kamala Beach. The relatively high terrain and sea facing cliffs have made it a great place to capture the beauty of nature.

Organic Coexistence between Nature and Human

Walking into the lobby, the music of the temple‘s chanting surrounded the space. After drinking the lemongrass tea from the front desk, and then knocking on the ancient gong in front of the door, signified that we have lived in. Pushing open th lobby door, we are greeted by a 24k gold floor and the same luxurious 270° infinity sea view. Taking the elevator down, Paresa‘s quiet and beautiful gardens and mansions are in front of us.

Paresa means ”Heaven of all Heavens” in Sanskrit. Unlike most resorts that build a hight building with a large number of rooms in a big land, Paresa pays more attention to the relationship between people, architecture and nature. Only 48 suites have been built in the entire resort, scattered among a dozen of standalone villas. The whole design is inspired by the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright‘s ”Organic Architecture”. Wright once said, ”Any house should not be built on a mountain, but should be part of the mountain.” Totally agreeing with this view, Paresa is built entirely on the cliff, retains several ancient banyan trees in the garden, surrounds the villa between the banyan trees, and blends lowkey and elegant design into the traditional South Thai architecture. The maximizing open room structure incorporates the surrounding nature, so each room has a 270° view and unobstructed views of the Andaman Sea.

By linking the living environment and the surrounding environment together, Paresa achieves an organic balance between natural and manmade objects. The entire room facing the sea is separated from the outdoor balcony by a glass door, which can be fully opened. Whether it is for living or bath, the guest can soak in the sea view. The wooden structure and floor and the gravel land make the interior and exterior of the room full of natural atmosphere. Living in it makes people can‘t help but walk around barefoot inside and outside like a local. The two suites we live in can be connected to each other, adding up to 240 square meters. The 12meter infinity pool that comes with the suite gave us a heavenlike experience. When dipping in the swimming pool, it is like swimming in the sea. We seem to be like a fish in the Andaman Sea

Wakeup of Energy and Senses

In order to let the guests return to nature and adjust their energy, Paresa also built an energy pool. A huge pink crystal suspended in the pool can help the body awaken to healthy and positive energy. Of course, the more direct and effective way is to do a Paresa Spa, which refers to the ancient Thai healing method, by applying natural and organic ingredients to the body, with massage, so that the senses can be purified, the spirit can be restored and the body can be relaxed. If you don‘t want to go out, you can make an appointment to the physiotherapist to enjoy the spa on the balcony of your room. Close your eyes and listen to the sound of the waves and the breeze, and leave the rest to them.

A Private and Delicious Experience Blending East and West 

During the week of travelling Thailand, we had the heartiest breakfast at Paresa. From traditional Thai breakfast to Western classic breakfast, in addition to the independent Buffet, there are plenty choices in the menu. We love the local noodle soup here, and the wide variety of fresh and sweet tropical fruits are also delicious.

There are two restaurants in Paresa.The restaurant DIAVOLO specializes in modern and refined Mediterranean flavours, while the other restaurant,TALUNG THAI, creates authentic Thai cuisine, including not only popular dishes, but also rare South Thai family dishes.Paresa connects the two restaurants and shares the best view of the cliff, where guests can choose between Eastern and Western cuisine. The young and creative chef is in charge of both restaurants, and from time to time, he will introduce new menus based on guest feedback and inspiration from the trips around the world.

In this fairyland, Paresa knows best how to create an unforgettable dining experience for the guests. We made time to experience Paresa‘s signature infinity pool dinner, one side is the infinite sea, and the other is the ladder wall lighting with candles. We were barefooted and watched the beautiful dishes spread out on the long table in front of us. From the sunset until the nightfall, when the sky is full of stars,not only did we enjoy a delicious dinner under the candlelight, but also a romantic date with the sea and the stars.