One-night stay
Close to the airport or port, ideal for early transfers
Before & after your liveaboard trip
Extend your stay in Thailand
Hand-picked hotels for before or after your Thailand liveaboard trip - close to your departure in Phuket or Khao Lak, from a quick airport overnight to a relaxed beachfront week on the Andaman coast.
Why extend your stay
Turn an incredible diving holiday into a truly inspirational experience.
Whether you are travelling a few hours or halfway around the world for your liveaboard adventure with Master Liveaboards, taking extra time to experience each unique destination can enhance your trip and transform an incredible diving holiday into a truly inspirational experience.
Staying on after your cruise lets you experience the destination beyond the ocean. Discover vibrant cities, remote islands, cultural landmarks, wildlife, beaches, and hidden gems that make each region unique. Whether you choose a few extra days of relaxation or a week of exploration, extending your stay creates a richer and more rewarding holiday.
Arriving a day early gives you time to relax, recover from travel, and start your journey refreshed and stress-free. You can explore local culture, enjoy regional cuisine, and settle into the destination before boarding your liveaboard adventure.
A liveaboard may be the highlight of your trip, but the destination itself has so much more to offer. Add a few extra nights and turn your diving holiday into the ultimate travel experience.
Hotels we recommend
Master Liveaboards Recommendations
With hundreds of hotels to choose from, picking the right one can be difficult, so we have chosen a few to consider, based on different durations. We have access to thousands of different hotel options - if you are looking for something specific, please let us know and we will be happy to help you.
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Nai Yang Beach, Phuket - 5 min from airport
Proud Phuket
Located just 5 minutes from Phuket International Airport and a short walk from the peaceful shores of Nai Yang Beach, Proud Phuket offers a stylish and convenient option for a 1-night stay in Phuket. This boutique resort blends contemporary comfort with traditional Phuket-inspired design, creating a relaxing atmosphere surrounded by tropical gardens. Guests can enjoy spacious rooms with private balconies or terraces, swimming pools, on-site dining, a fitness centre, spa facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi, making it the perfect place to unwind before or after your travels.
✓ 5 minutes from Phuket airport
✓ Near Nai Yang Beach
✓ Swimming pools and spa
✓ Private balconies or terraces
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Short stay
A few nights before or after your liveaboard
Phuket Old Town
Hotel Midtown Ratsada
Located in the heart of Phuket Old Town, Hotel Midtown Ratsada offers an excellent base for a 3-night stay, combining modern comfort with easy access to the island's cultural and culinary highlights. Situated on historic Ratsada Road, the hotel is within walking distance of colourful Sino-Portuguese architecture, local markets, cafes, restaurants, and museums. Guests can enjoy stylish contemporary rooms, a swimming pool, fitness centre, complimentary Wi-Fi, and on-site dining, making it the perfect choice for exploring the charm and heritage of Phuket Town while enjoying a comfortable city stay.
✓ Heart of Phuket Old Town
✓ Walk to Sino-Portuguese sights
✓ Swimming pool and fitness centre
✓ On-site dining
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Nang Thong Beach, Khao Lak
The Leaf Oceanside
Located just steps from Nang Thong Beach in Khao Lak, The Leaf Oceanside offers a peaceful and relaxed setting for a 3-night tropical getaway. Surrounded by lush gardens and swaying palm trees, this charming resort combines contemporary comfort with a laid-back atmosphere, making it ideal for guests looking to unwind by the Andaman Sea. Guests can enjoy comfortable rooms and villas, swimming pools, on-site dining, and easy access to Khao Lak's restaurants, shops, and nearby natural attractions.
✓ Steps from Nang Thong Beach
✓ Gardens and palm trees
✓ Swimming pools
✓ Rooms and villas
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Extended stay
Seven nights to turn your trip into a full holiday
Beachfront
Bang Tao Beach, Phuket - beachfront
SAii Laguna Phuket
Located on the stunning shores of Bang Tao Beach, SAii Laguna Phuket offers the perfect setting for a relaxing 7-night tropical escape. Nestled between a tranquil lagoon and the Andaman Sea, this beachfront resort combines contemporary comfort with warm Thai hospitality. Guests can enjoy spacious rooms and suites with lagoon or ocean views, multiple restaurants and bars, a large swimming pool with waterslide, direct beach access, watersports, and access to the wider Laguna Phuket resort community including golf, wellness, and dining.
✓ Beachfront on Bang Tao Beach
✓ Lagoon or ocean-view rooms
✓ Pool with waterslide
✓ Laguna resort community access
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Beachfront
Khao Lak Beach - beachfront
Moracea by Khao Lak Resort
Set along a beautiful stretch of beachfront in Khao Lak, Moracea by Khao Lak Resort offers an idyllic setting for a relaxing 7-night stay on Thailand's Andaman coast. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens and gently sloping hillsides, the resort combines contemporary comfort with traditional Thai design. Guests can enjoy spacious rooms, villas, and beachfront accommodation, multiple swimming pools, a spa, beachfront dining, and direct access to the golden sands of Khao Lak Beach. With its peaceful atmosphere and stunning sea views, Moracea is the perfect choice for a longer tropical escape.
✓ Beachfront on Khao Lak Beach
✓ Tropical gardens and villas
✓ Multiple pools and spa
✓ Beachfront dining
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Staff picks
Personal favourites from our team.
With our team regularly visiting each of our destinations, whether for work or for a well-earned holiday, here are some of their personal favourites to spend time themselves and to send their customers to.
Kerry
Staff pick
For a few nights in Phuket I love Midtown Ratsada in the Old Town. You're walking distance from all the Sino-Portuguese streets, the little cafes and the markets, so you actually get a feel for Phuket rather than just a beach resort. Comfortable, central and great value.
Hotel Midtown Ratsada
Jib
Staff pick
The Leaf Oceanside is where I'd stay in Khao Lak. It's just steps from the beach, surrounded by gardens and palms, and has such a relaxed feel after a week of diving. Perfect for slowing down before the journey home.
The Leaf Oceanside
How it works
We handle everything for you.
Adding a hotel to your liveaboard trip takes three steps. We do the work - you just tell us what you would like.
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Choose a hotel
Browse our recommendations above and send us an enquiry, or ask our team for advice if you are not sure.
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We confirm rates
Our reservations team checks availability and comes back to you with a quote for your dates. No obligation.
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Sorted
We book the hotel, arrange transfers, and make sure everything connects with your liveaboard departure. One less thing to think about.
Common questions
Good questions, straight answers.
Everything you need to know about adding a hotel stay to your liveaboard trip.
Do you book the hotel for me?
+Yes. Once you choose a hotel and confirm the dates, our reservations team handles the booking directly. You do not need to book separately through a third-party site. We work with these hotels regularly and can often secure better terms than booking independently.
What about airport and liveaboard transfers?
+In the Maldives we arrange your transfer from the airport to your hotel and from the hotel to the liveaboard departure point. Several of the hotels listed also include their own complimentary airport transfers. Onward arrangements (resort speedboats, return flights) we'll talk through when we confirm your booking.
Can I book a hotel at both ends of my trip?
+Absolutely. Many of our guests book a one-night stay before departure and a few nights at a resort afterwards. Just let us know your plans and we will put together a complete package. You can mix and match different hotels for before and after.
Can I change or cancel my hotel booking?
+Cancellation and amendment policies vary by hotel. We will confirm the specific terms when we send you the quote. In most cases there is a free cancellation window. If your liveaboard trip changes, we will help you adjust the hotel booking to match.
What if my flight is delayed?
+All of the hotels we suggest have 24-hour front desks and are accustomed to late arrivals. If your flight is significantly delayed, let us know and we will notify the hotel on your behalf. This is one of the advantages of booking through us rather than independently.
Interested? Speak to our team.
We can help you find the right hotel for your dates, arrange transfers, and make sure everything connects smoothly with your liveaboard departure.
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