You’ll be lulled into a state of serenity. The dramatic entrance – a vast, breezy open space – is reminiscent of a souped-up Buddhist temple, and together with the heady scent of jasmine, it’s symptomatic of the indulgent five-star experience that awaits. One of the biggest draws of this resort (apart from its superb La Sirena Italian restaurant) is the vista: the hotel commands spectacular 360° views of the rugged, unspoilt Phang Nga Bay.
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And from the lofty locale of your Pool Suite, you’ll see swallows darting at dusk, hear the night calls of gibbons and watch fishermen set sail to cast their nets before sunset. Inside, the suites are chic, minimalist and designed to maximise the effect of the ever-changing light. Take a break from gazing and get out on the water yourselves.
Hitch a ride on the hotel’s speedboat to the nearby island of Phi Phi for a spot of dawn swimming, then return to base to spend an afternoon realigning your chakras in the Shambhala Spa. Designed to blend with the sea and skyscapes, it has its own pool and quiet rooms with incredible sea views.
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Take a boat ride to the hotel’s private island beach. It’s a little slice of paradise, with a pool, beach bar and café. Sip Singha beer and lunch on pineapple stuffed with prawn fried rice, then get a massage in a hillside hut that doubles as a bedroom for a blissful afternoon nap. GO Destinology (destinology.co.uk) offers seven nights from £1,055 per person on a B&B basis, including flights and transfers.
