COMO Point Yamu

On the tip of Cape Yamu in the secluded and largely undeveloped northeast coast of Phuket, this serene COMO hotel floats above the water, surrounded entirely by the calm, violet-colored Andaman Sea.

• The modern but authentically Thai design elements
• The made-to-order breakfast buffet including fresh, locally sourced organic foods rich in living enzymes, vitamins and minerals.
• The signature COMO Shambala spa
• The atrium-like building structure that captures breezes that waft across the point

Seemingly camouflaged by a gray and unassuming concrete shell, this uber-tranquil 106-room wellness retreat is brought to life by the unique and contemporary style of Italian designer Paola Navone, where blue and purple design accents merge with cool, clean-lined white and grey tiles, fabrics and furnishings. Not a detail was missed in Navone’s vision; every inch of the property has been meticulously assembled with the hotel’s natural surroundings in mind. The effect created is one of utter peace and tranquility.

All accommodations maintain the same aesthetic—retro and contemporary pieces with sleek lines and pops of color. All accommodations have water views, some over the limestone cliffs of Phang Nga Bay and others facing inland across the Cape. The Bay rooms and suites are impeccably designed and well-appointed with private pools and spacious outdoor decks. The Verandah rooms and suites, though more spacious, are accessed through a subterranean hallway, slightly detracting from the property’s airy ambiance. The spacious one- and two-bedroom pool villas have floor-to-ceiling windows and large private pools with furnished outdoor decks overlooking the water. Families and groups will do best in the two-bedroom COMO suite or one of the many private residences on property.

Dining options include exceptional Thai and Italian cuisine and each restaurant offers organic, vitamin- and mineral-rich ‘COMO Shambala Cuisine’ menu items, which are aligned with the resort’s emphasis on wellness. La Sirena, the Italian restaurant has a large, partially open-air modern dining room that overlooks the pool and sea and is spotted with Navone flair, like black-and-white checkered floors against cylindrical light fixtures and brightly colored contemporary chairs. Guests take breakfast here or outside under the pergola that sits above the pool deck. Along with the light COMO Shambala menu options, La Sirena offers a spectacular breakfast spread and natural juices in the morning, and wood-fired lunch dishes like pizza and seafood.

Just across the atrium is the resort’s Thai restaurant, Nahmyaa. Here, another masterfully designed dining room invites guests to examine the intricate tile work, bubble-like chandeliers and bold colors that set Point Yamu apart from the other resorts on Phuket. Nahmyaa’s menu was inspired by Thai street food, putting an elegant twist on local classics like fish cakes and satays, alongside sophisticated entrees. The lovely Aqua Bar is the perfect place for an after-dinner nightcap.

Service on property is white-gloved but warm and personal, with much of the staff having had experience at other COMO hotels. Not to be missed is the property’s renowned COMO Shambala spa, where guests can enjoy treatments in rooms overlooking the water. There is yoga and meditation, plus Pilates, and a cliff-top infinity swimming pool.

Couples who appreciate an emphasis on spa and wellness, those who gravitate towards design hotels and anyone looking for a calming oasis separated from the busier side of the island. The resort’s atmosphere appeals to wellness seekers and couples, though children are welcomed on property. Those looking for a beachfront property will find Amanpuri or Trisara a more suitable fit.