Le Méridien Khao Lak Beach and Spa Resort to open 1 June 2004

Le Méridien Khao Lak Beach and Spa Resort, the latest Thailand paradise getaway from Le Meridien Hotels and Resorts, is to officially open its doors to guests on 1 June, 2004.

The resort features a complete offering of five-star accommodation, services and hi-tech facilities. Its 13,056-sqm layout, exclusively designed as the pre-eminent destination for eco-tourism, features 243 bedrooms, ten 80-sqm Lagoon Villas and 15 Pool Villas.

Jean-Louis Ripoche, General Manager, Le Méridien Khao Lak Beach and Spa Resort, said: “Khao Lak is becoming increasingly popular due to its unspoilt and peaceful surroundings, and we’re confident that our five-star international standards will help elevate this area as a world-class destination.”

Le Méridien Khao Lak Beach and Spa Resort features two main wings of seven, inter-connected low-rise buildings, constructed in a horseshoe shape around swimming pools and both facing the ocean.

Its luxury villas are one of the resort’s main highlights. Pool villas, which are located on the white-sand beachfront, features private gardens and a 25-sqm private pool, a Jacuzzi, and an open-air relaxation Sala. Lagoon and Pool Villas also incorporate a spacious bathroom with 2 wash basins, 2-person bathtub, and a private outdoor overhead rain shower within the mini garden. The villas are also equipped with 42” Plasma TVs and wireless broadband Internet connections.

Le Spa will set a new standard in luxury spa treatments. Its lush tropical indoor and outdoor landscaping features eight private and self-contained 110 sqm villas all for treatments. Each villa has covered Salas as well as sunken bathtubs or jacuzzis. The Spa also offers a 25 m swimming pool and a garden pool bar.

The variety of restaurants and bars at Le Meridien Khao Lak Beach and Spa Resort emphasize outdoor dining to highlight the resort’s beautiful natural setting and stunning sea views. Its restaurants and bars offer a wide selection of multi-national cuisine and entertainment.

Le Méridien Khao Lak Beach and Spa Resort is also caters for conferences and events which includes a separate check-in area for groups. It features a 600 sqm ballroom and is equipped with the latest audio-visual and conferencing facilities. This includes wireless broadband Internet access and three 90-sqm meeting rooms with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology.

Le Méridien Khao Lak Beach and Spa Resort is just an hour north of Phuket International Airport and 19 kms south of the market town Takua Pa. The resort is close to the Similan Islands, a marine national park that’s world-famous for its scuba diving locations, and Lamru Natural national park, which features an amazing rain forest for trekking, and soft eco-tourism lifestyle adventures.