26/24 Moo7, Khuk Khak, Khao Lak, Thailand | (618) 248-8274
Secluded-feeling resort outside of main Khao Lak town
Wonderful beachfront location with jungle-like grounds
Breakfast is included in many room
prices
Deluxe Rooms feature striking tile bathrooms and balconies or terraces
Luxurious and spacious Villas available, many with private hot tubs
Immaculate outdoor
pool with poolside bar
Spa offers massages and
beauty treatments
Thai and international dishes at
restaurant receive great reviews
Free parking
Free Wi-Fi
More expensive than other nearby
resorts
Breakfast gets super crowded at
times and isn't included with all bookings
Center of town is not within walking distance
This 38-room four-pearl resort is one the most beautiful and elegant in the area. Though there are other resorts flanking it on the Khao Lak coast, this resort truly feels like an isolated tropical oasis, with rustic-chic design throughout. There are stylish and simple Deluxe Rooms with striking tiled bathrooms plus balconies or terraces, but the stars here are the incredibly spacious and luxurious villas tucked into the resorts’s lush jungle grounds and featuring a private
jacuzzi. The resort also has an attractive pool and a restaurant that gets great reviews, and, of course, a stunning beach. It is pricier than other resorts in the area, but for families and couples looking for a luxurious jungle retreat on the beach, this place lives up to its name.
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Scene
Chic jungle retreat with rustic elements throughout
Devoid of the colorful dragon
statues and other hokey emblems at many Thai resorts, the resort has a chic, yet natural, look throughout. Many buildings are
authentic wooden pagodas with thatched roofs that are open to the
lush jungle encompassing the property. The entrance to the resort is an open hallway with a vaulted thatched roof held up by wooden pillars and lined
with wooden benches and electric lantern lights. This leads to the reception
desk and a small lounge area, while rooms
and villas are accessed by stone slab walkways. The restaurant is also housed
in an open structure with high ceilings. There is little decor -- think of this as jungle minimalism -- but a few of the simple wooden tables contain a small potted plant. The dining
area stretches out to the beach and there are a few patio-style tables and
chairs situated directly on the sand. The bar is on the opposite side of the
restaurant, next to the tiled outdoor pool surrounded by a wide wooden deck, umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees. The sandy beach is flanked by land and
rock, creating a natural bay in which the waves are low and gentle. The resort
is frequented by honeymooning couples and families from all over the world. In
spite of its tranquil setting, the pool and breakfast can get crowded during busy months.
Location
On Khao Lak beach, across from national park
Situated on one of Khao Lak's beaches in the Phang Nga region on Thailand’s west coast, the hotel is directly across the street (coastal route No.
4) from Khaolak-Lumru National Park, meaning that the resort is entirely surrounded by jungle. The Khaolak Bayfront Resort
is next door and farther down the beach is Khao Lak Sunset Resort, but there aren't many independent restaurants or services in the immediate area or within walking distance. The small
town of Khao Lak, with its shops and restaurants, is a 15-minute drive away, and
Ton Phing Waterfall is less than a 10-minute drive. Phuket
International Airport is just over an hour’s drive away and the city of Phuket
is about an hour and 45-minute drive away
Rooms
Chic and simple Deluxe Rooms; luxurious Villas, many with private hot tubs
There are just 38 rooms at this resort, including a few chic-but-simple Deluxe Rooms with king-size beds, immaculate wood
floors and furniture, lotus-leaf sculptural wall art, plus modern comforts like a flat-screen TV, air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a safe, and
minibar. Deluxe Rooms are spacious and start at 45 square meters (484 square feet) and have balconies or terraces looking onto the grounds. Deluxe Room bathrooms have striking blue-green tilework with massive walk-in glass-cube showers, large vanities, and toiletries. Luxurious private Villas are scattered throughout the
property as well, and some have direct beach access. They, too, feature
wood floors plus a wall of windows that leads to
a patio. Every inch of these room feels airy and perfectly suited for a beachside resort, with wooden ceiling fans, wood accent walls with intricately carved wall art, and stylish throw pillows. Each Villa also has a massive bathroom with double sinks and a rainfall shower. There
are a pair of plush robes for guest use and many Villas include a hot tub.
Features
Outdoor pool, on-site spa, excellent breakfast, and on-site restaurant
Situated on Khao Lak’s beach and
surrounded by rainforest, the Paradise Resort is smaller than other resorts in
the area, with just one restaurant and one outdoor pool. The resort offers free
parking, free Wi-Fi throughout, and an excellent buffet breakfast
(fresh fruit, eggs, breads, coffee, yogurt, etc), included in most room prices. Breakfast can get crowded. The restaurant also has a poolside bar and serves fresh Thai and
international fare for lunch and dinner. There is a full-service spa
offering a variety of massages and beauty treatments. The front desk is open 24 hours.
The hotel offers laundry and dry cleaning service upon request and can arrange tours and activities as well as airport transfers.
