PHUKET, Thailand — Radisson Hotel Group has expanded its footprint in Thailand with the opening of Radisson Resort Layan Phuket, a 300-room resort located on the island's northwest coast. Developed in Layan Beach, between the coastline and Sirinat National Park, the new property reinforces the group's presence in one of Thailand's established resort destinations while adding new accommodation, dining, wellness, and meetings facilities to its regional portfolio.
The opening, announced by Radisson Hotel Group, introduces a full-service resort positioned to serve leisure travellers, families, groups, and corporate events while benefiting from proximity to Phuket International Airport and several of the island's commercial and lifestyle districts. The development represents another addition to the company's growing presence in Thailand as it continues expanding its hospitality portfolio in key tourism markets.
Located in the exclusive Layan Beach area, the resort combines a secluded coastal setting with convenient access to major attractions and commercial hubs. Laguna Phuket, Boat Avenue, Porto de Phuket, championship golf courses, and beach clubs can all be reached within a 15-minute drive, while Phuket International Airport is approximately 30 minutes away. The location enables both domestic and international visitors to reach the property while remaining connected to Phuket's established tourism infrastructure.
The resort comprises 300 guestrooms and suites designed around contemporary tropical architecture. Open spaces, landscaped surroundings, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor environments define the overall design concept, while interiors feature warm earth tones, natural lighting, and modern finishes inspired by Phuket's coastal environment.
Accommodation options include standard guestrooms alongside family suites and two-bedroom suites intended for longer stays. Each room is equipped with private balconies, premium bedding, smart televisions, high-speed Wi-Fi, and spacious living areas. The variety of room categories allows the property to accommodate different guest segments, including couples, families, and travel groups.
Food and beverage operations are distributed across three venues offering different dining concepts throughout the resort.
The Taste Restaurant serves Southeast Asian cuisine throughout the day, presenting regional dishes prepared with aromatic herbs and traditional spices. The venue forms the resort's primary all-day dining outlet, combining local culinary traditions with an international hospitality environment.
Mangrove Bar & Restaurant focuses on seafood, grilled dishes, and handcrafted cocktails. Positioned within the resort's tropical surroundings, the venue provides guests with dining options from daytime through sunset while overlooking landscaped outdoor areas.
For lighter meals and beverages, Aroonsawat Café offers premium coffee and tea together with Starbucks® beverages, freshly baked pastries, sandwiches, and grab-and-go selections designed for guests seeking convenient refreshments during their stay.
Wellness facilities have been incorporated as a core component of the resort's overall offering. The Malai Spa provides treatments inspired by traditional Thai wellness practices, including signature massages and aromatherapy experiences. The wellness facilities complement other recreational amenities designed to accommodate both relaxation and active lifestyles.
Guests also have access to a fully equipped fitness centre operating around the clock. The facility includes dedicated yoga space together with cardio and strength-training equipment, allowing visitors to maintain exercise routines throughout their stay regardless of arrival schedules.
Outdoor recreation is supported by three swimming pools positioned within tropical gardens. Separate pool areas provide spaces suited to families, leisure travellers, and guests seeking a quieter environment while enjoying Phuket's climate.
Beyond leisure facilities, Radisson Resort Layan Phuket incorporates dedicated event infrastructure intended to support meetings, conferences, incentive travel programmes, and private functions. This business events capability expands the property's market positioning beyond traditional resort accommodation by enabling it to accommodate corporate demand alongside leisure travel.
The meetings facilities include four contemporary function rooms named Karon, Kata, Patong, and Layan, as well as a ballroom covering approximately 324 square metres. The venues are equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, LED display screens, and modern audiovisual technology suitable for executive meetings, workshops, banquets, conferences, and social events across a range of formats.
The addition of flexible meeting space positions the resort to participate in Phuket's meetings and events market while supporting corporate gatherings, incentive groups, and business-related travel alongside the destination's established leisure appeal.
The property's location also enables visitors to explore several attractions across Phuket while remaining close to protected natural landscapes. Layan Beach offers direct access to one of the island's quieter stretches of coastline, while Sirinat National Park provides opportunities to experience protected coastal ecosystems.
Nearby Laguna Phuket adds further leisure and lifestyle amenities through golf courses, restaurants, retail outlets, and entertainment venues located within a short driving distance from the resort. This accessibility connects guests with both resort-based experiences and Phuket's wider tourism ecosystem.
Beyond the immediate vicinity, visitors can explore cultural attractions including Old Phuket Town, Wat Phra Thong temple, Bang Rong Community, Banana Beach, and Leam Son Beach. Traditional markets, waterfront cafés, local restaurants, and heritage districts provide additional experiences that complement the resort's coastal location.
The opening strengthens Radisson Hotel Group's operational presence in Thailand by introducing additional room inventory and integrated hospitality facilities in Phuket. Combining accommodation, food and beverage outlets, wellness amenities, and dedicated meetings infrastructure within a single destination, the new resort expands the group's portfolio while supporting demand across leisure travel, group business, conferences, and incentive events in one of Thailand's established tourism markets.