Rayavadee, Krabi, Thailand

The uniquely designed two-storey pavilions, luxuriously appointed and furnished in elegant Thai style, are scattered around the resort in three different areas all named after the nearest beach. All are en-suite and air-conditioned with one-or two-bedroom accommodation plus a spacious ground floor living area. Some also feature a private whirlpool and poolside sala. Every modern comfort is provided including two televisions, mini-bar, tea/coffee facility, hair dryer, in-room safe and a video tape and CD player.

All-day indoor and outdoor dining from a Thai and Continental menu is available in the elegant yet informal Raya Dining Room. Traditional Thai and seafood dishes are served at the beachside Krua Phranang. For drinks and light refreshments there is either the Raitalay Terrace or the Beach Bar, both of which have beautiful, uninterrupted views of the sea.

Additional attractions at this wonderful retreat include a swimming pool and whirlpool overlooking the sea, two floodlit tennis courts, a squash court, a fully equipped gym, all watersports plus a Body and Mind Retreat where you can enjoy a personalized programme of health and beauty treatments in the luxurious surroundings of a private spa pavilion. Fully guided excursions into conserved tropical rainforest can also be arranged.