27/61 Soi Naya Moo 1 T.Rawai A.Muang Phuket, 83130 Nai Harn Beach, Thailand
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By The Lake Villas Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first heard about By The Lake Villas, I was skeptical about whether a five-star property could actually live up to the hype with a 7.2 rating. But you know what? Sometimes those middle-ground ratings tell a more interesting story than perfect 10s do.

The thing that gets you right away is the setting – and I mean, the name doesn’t lie here. These villas are literally steps from the water, and when I say steps, I’m talking about maybe a thirty-second walk from your door to having your toes in the sand. The sound of water lapping becomes this constant, gentle background noise that honestly made me sleep better than I have in months. Each villa feels properly private too, which is something I really appreciated after staying at places where “luxury” apparently means you can hear your neighbor’s entire phone conversation through paper-thin walls.

Now, the interiors are where things get interesting – they’ve gone for this sort of understated elegance that actually works. The furnishings feel substantial (none of that flimsy resort furniture that wobbles when you look at it), and there’s this attention to detail in things like the bathroom fixtures and kitchen equipment that suggests they’re not cutting corners. I actually ended up cooking a few meals because the kitchen was so well-equipped, which honestly wasn’t something I planned on doing during what was supposed to be a relaxing getaway. The staff seems to really know their stuff too – not in that over-the-top concierge way, but more like they genuinely want to help you figure out what you’re looking for, whether that’s the best spot to watch the sunrise or where to get groceries without paying tourist prices.

Here’s the thing though – and maybe this explains that 7.2 rating – it’s not going to blow you away with flashy amenities or Instagram-perfect pool scenes. What it does is give you this really solid, comfortable base where you can actually relax without constantly feeling like you need to be somewhere or doing something. The lakefront location means you’ve got built-in entertainment if you’re into water activities, but it’s equally perfect if you just want to sit with a book and listen to the water. I found myself spending way more time just hanging around the property than I usually do, which for me is always a good sign. If you’re looking for non-stop action and poolside DJ sets, this probably isn’t your spot. But if you want somewhere that feels more like borrowing a really nice friend’s lake house than staying at a typical resort, then yeah, this place definitely delivers on that promise.

By The Lake Villas Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 2 children
Three-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 4 × 1 large double bed for 6 adults, 3 children
Two-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool and Mountain View2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 2 children
One-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
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Reviews of By The Lake Villas

  • Ibrahim from Saudi Arabia (3/10)

    The facilities r great and staff r very nice, but do not speak good English.

  • Anonymous from Denmark (8/10)

    rent , pænt og masser af plads , personalet var en kaliber for sig selv , var der med det mindste og lidt ekstra

  • Cliff from United Kingdom (9/10)

  • Walid from Qatar (5/10)

  • Vl from Russia (9/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Monkey Show: 10 km
  • Chalong Pier: 7 km
  • Phuket Square: 10 km
  • Promthep Cape: 3.5 km
  • Kata View Point: 2.6 km
  • Up & Un Playground: 9 km
  • Windmill Viewpoint: 2.3 km
  • Phuket Seashell Museum: 3.8 km
  • Land & House Park Phuket: 7 km
  • Детская Площадка: 10 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Samut: 450 m
  • Cafe/bar Naya Restaurant Chez Pam: 450 m
  • Restaurant Lucky 13 Sandwich – Nai Harn: 350 m

Top attractions:

  • Clock tower: 17 km
  • Suan Luang Park: 16 km
  • Thai Hua Museum: 16 km
  • Chinpracha House: 16 km
  • Khaokhad View Tower: 19 km
  • Saphan Hin Mining Monument: 16 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Andaman Sea: 8 km

Beaches in the neighbourhood:

  • Nui Beach: 4.7 km
  • Rawai Beach: 2.8 km
  • Ya Nui Beach: 2.7 km
  • Ao Sane Beach: 2.1 km
  • Nai Harn Beach: 1.3 km

Public transport:

  • Bus Phuket Bus Terminal: 17 km

Closest airports:

  • Phuket International Airport: 47 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Kitchen:

  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Wellness:

  • Massage Additional charge

Transport:

  • Shuttle service
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning

Outdoor & View:

  • Mountain view
  • Pool view

Room Amenities:

  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Thai

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Kitchen
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
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House Rules at By The Lake Villas

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 23:30
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • From 10:30 to 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.0

Comfort:

7.0

Location:

5.5

Facilities:

8.0

Cleanliness:

8.0

Value for money:

7.5