A member of Design Hotels, The Surin Phuket is the contemporary Thai experience set in a truly remarkable location – the ultimate in Southeast Asian seaside serenity.. Conceived in 1982, the resort was an early pioneer that brought a new level of luxury to the exotic tropical island that was relatively undiscovered at that time. Originally known as The Pansea due to its exceptional location along the fine white sand of Pansea Beach, the Surin Phuket has been revitalized over the years under the careful guidance of Ed Tuttle, one of America’s most renowned architect.