JW Marriott Phuket Resort and Spa Expands Spa Facilities Due to High Demand

Following it's first year of operation, JW Marriott Phuket Resort and Spa will double its Spa capacity from five to ten treatment suites.

Additionally, two new outdoor treatment salas will add further capacity from which the sounds of the nearby ocean will provide natural relaxation, together with the whisper of a gentle cooling sea breeze.

The Spa is managed by Mandara Spa, the largest operator of tropical garden spas in hotels and resorts in Southeast Asia. The expansion is planned to open in July.

"The Spa was a success right from the start, said Jeff Crowe, Resort Director of Marketing. It wasn't long before it was fully booked from mid afternoon right through until late evening on a daily basis and often we could not even show one of the suites to a client on site inspection as they were fully booked. A resort stay is incomplete without the spa experience these days; in fact  whether or not a property has a spa can often be a deciding factor in choosing accommodation. A very high percentage of guests use the spa, and make multiple visits during their stay. Many also book their spa treatments prior to arrival at the same time they book the accommodation," he added.

Overall design including the exquisite landscape is by Bill Bensley of Bensley Design Studios in Bangkok, with interiors by John Lightbody of Abacus Design, Bangkok. The treatment suites are exquisitely designed in silver and black, with extensive use of black granite inlaid with mother of pearl. The  design focuses on the exotic beauty of Thai traditional architecture and artifacts subtly blending with the classic elegance of contemporary design, evoking a feeling of "spiritual tranquility and harmony" with nature.

Each suite will offer an intimate haven for guests with both indoor and outdoor areas including a private change area, double showers, a herbal steam room, deep soak bathtub, and toilet, with lush tropical landscape gardens details  including fountains and water gardens.