We visited in the rainy season (knowingly, I might add!), and even though the weather was not the most cooperative, we still had a great experience. The airport transfers are great, after the frenetic crowds it was fantastic to climb into a comfortable vehicle for a private transfer with towels and refreshments offered. The resort's choice of well appointed 4x4 vehicles for guest use is very sensible given the conditions on some roads in the rainy season.

We stayed in a pool residence and were not disappointed. We loved the open bathroom, a great deal of thought went into the design there, and the bed was extremely comfortable. The pool was very well maintained, and the sala provided protection from the brief moments of sun (which when it did emerge was very strong!), and the more frequent cloudbursts. The open areas and main pool are great, with some beautiful gardens and water features.

The main restaurant was very good (anything with local Andaman lobster was an instant hit), with some innovative dishes showcasing local produce, and the smaller beach restaurant had some excellent local specialities as well. My only small criticism of the entire stay was that perhaps some of the local food options should be a little more authentic. We felt that although the essence of the dishes was there, they lacked the flavour punch we associate with good Thai cooking. I certainly don't think that this was an issue with the chefs, as all of the meals were excellently prepared and of high quality, I rather think that this may be the result of a policy to make the dishes more accommodating to Western palates. While it is important to cater to your guests, I think that it is also important to allow the food to shine and reflect the authentic character. Sometimes a challenge is worthwhile!

Service at all stages of our stay was impeccable. The staff were all, without exception, kind, polite, helpful and efficient. All requests were happily accommodated.

We opted to go on a number of excursions locally, and to Phang Nga Bay. These were not as cheap as you might perhaps find from a 3rd party tour operator, but given that you had the individual use of a driver, guide, and vehicle, the expense is well worth it. The guides are knowledgeable and good company. Extra touches, like towels, snacks, drinks and a brilliant lunch complete with white linen makes you feel quite special. We especially enjoyed the local life excursion. Often when staying at a luxury resort you can feel disconnected, you could be staying anywhere. This excursion gave us a great snapshot of the local area and economy, and was extremely interesting. Definitely worth considering in addition to the more mainstream activities.

This was a great place to stay, allowing you to enjoy either the myriad of local activities, a romantic getaway, or a relaxing spa break, or even a combination of all three.

Well stayed here for 8 nights after 4nights in Bangkok with a relaxing break needed and wow did we get it!! This hotel and grounds are just stunning.
We stayed in the pool residence which was awesome, room really big and stylish, and pool outside really good,!,
The staff are so friendly can't do enough for you at all times however big or little the request maybe.
The hotel is out of the way, and 15mins in a shuttle bus (provided by the hotel) away from centre of Khao lak, so it's defo a time to yourselves holiday.
You get free water in your room everyday which is a brucie, breakfast loads to choose from, the edge restaurant really nice but paying uk prices so expensive for Thailand but what u expect your in a 5 star hotel so if you want cheaper food go to Khao lak centre or there's a couple restaurants along the beach which are a lot cheaper.
The trips also really expensive but are catered for a private experience not shoved on a bus with loads of other people so you paying for the VIP treatment.
We did the elephant trek and bathing through the hotel which was 2750 baht each, yes expensive but well worth it we had a guide who came with us and followed on foot throughout the trek with all things at like rain coats, water taking photos of us with our camera while we on the elephant and giving us information to about the elephants and the surrounding area and local customs but also managing not to be to full on and let us just enjoy the experience, so we got photos no one else could of as they both on the elephant with no guide there so to us well worth the extra.
I got to wrap this up as a could go on for ages as this hotel blew us away just stunning loved every day there and would recommend without hesitation. Just go and enjoy this place as much as we did.

Room 301 1st till 8th oct