Casa de la Flora Opens in Khao Lak

The Casa de la Flora hotel in Khao Lak, Thailand, comprises 36 contemporary grey cube villas, tiered back from the coastline and set in lush vegetation.

The resort offers villas with private pools, gardens, terraces, and arresting sea views, as well as a library, restaurant, shop, bar and spa.

The 36 villas come in eight categories and are designed to allow guests to experience the environment from inside out, with large glass facades that widen the perspective when looking out to sea. Created by Bangkok-based VaSLab, the spaces are designed using concrete and natural materials such as teakwood, resulting in stylish spaces ideal for rest and seclusion.

Situated just steps from the beach are 10 Beachfront Villas, each with a private outdoor area with infinity pool, decking area and small garden, and uninterrupted views of the ocean.

Those looking for a large space may enjoy the 11 Duplex Grand Pool Villas and eight Duplex Pool Suites, set further back from the shoreline with two floors, all with private pools on the ground floor.

Set among lush vegetation are 5 Studio Pool Villas that offer a secluded retreat with wooden balconies surrounded by greenery.

At the back of the property lies the Casa Pool Suite and the Presidential Suite. Both offer ocean views thanks to their elevated position at the top of the property. The Casa Pool Suite has an outdoor pool on the veranda, while the 128-square-meter (1400 square feet) Presidential Suite, set to open in June, offers a large outdoor pool with sea views, one large bedroom and contemporary artwork throughout.

 Once in their private villas, guests may never want to leave. As well as having their own private swimming pool and decking area, there is a range of amenities, including an in-room entertainment system from Apple, Wi-Fi Internet access, and an i-Pod docking station.

For dining, the La Aranya restaurant, just steps from the beach, lures guests with veritable feasts of Thai and international cuisine.

There is also a large infinity pool at the center of the resort with a bar serving smoothies, snacks and tropical cocktails.

For some pampering, the spa, with four rooms and wide variety of spa treatments, is certain to leave guests with a holiday glow.

Casa de La Flora is located directly on the  beach and close to the Khao Lak National Park. The hotel is an one-hour drive by car from Phuket International Airport.

Rates start from US$ 370, excluding VAT and including breakfast and minibar with daily refills.

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