55points · on 9 of 9 lists: The Rooftop Guide, Phuket101, Klook, Thai Holiday Guide, Clever Thai, Diamond Cliff Resort, Byklo, Forbes & Partners and Deevana Hotels
Baba Nest is the rooftop bar of Sri Panwa, a square deck at the resort's highest point with a pond of water running all the way around it. The view takes in nearly the full circle, from Panwa Bay out to Phang Nga Bay and back over the hills of Phuket. Seats are few and tables book up days ahead, and outside guests spend at least 2,000 baht each on wine, Champagne and a short Mexican tapas menu.
“Exclusive sunset spot 60 meters above sea level”
The Rooftop Guide
“The ambience just cannot be beat. Very romantic and relaxing.”
a Google reviewer
- Tripadvisor
- 4.5 from 83 reviews
39points · on 6 of 9 lists: Phuket101, Klook, Clever Thai, Diamond Cliff Resort, Forbes & Partners and Deevana Hotels
Akoya Star Lounge sits 55 meters above the sea on the roof of V Villas at Cape Panwa, with views all the way around over the ocean and, after dark, the night sky. Its look takes its colors from the iridescent sheen of the local Akoya pearl, and a live DJ plays as the sun goes down. The cocktails are the bar's own creations, and the tapas menu works through regional Thai flavors.
“The pictures speak for itself, incredible atmosphere and breathe taking views.”
a Google reviewer
“AKOYA Star Lounge has a beautiful setting with a relaxed and stylish atmosphere”
a Google reviewer
34points · on 6 of 9 lists: The Rooftop Guide, Phuket101, Klook, Clever Thai, Diamond Cliff Resort and Deevana Hotels
The Sundeck sits high above Kata Noi Beach near the Karon viewpoint, and from the hill the water below shows turquoise in the afternoon before the sun sets across the sea. The kitchen runs from pizza and a wagyu burger to salmon with mango salad and a Thai pad kaprao. The same seats work for a midday coffee with the view or cocktails to music as the sun goes down.
“Very nice food with superb view of the sea + sunset!”
a Google reviewer
“Dessert is one of the best I have tasted too!”
a Google reviewer
Google ratings from Google on 3 October 2026. Quotes are from the published lists and reviews named beside each one.
Honorable mentions
Fourth (tie), with 23 points from 5 lists.
“Great escape from Bangla Road with amazing views!”
a Google reviewer
Fourth (tie), with 23 points from 5 lists.
“The view on sunset speaks for itself.”
a Google reviewer
The lists we counted
- The Rooftop Guide · September 2026
- Phuket101 · April 2026
- Klook · December 2024
- Thai Holiday Guide · July 2026
- Clever Thai · March 2024
- Diamond Cliff Resort · April 2022
- Byklo · May 2026
- Forbes & Partners · December 2025
- Deevana Hotels · November 2024
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