Le Méridien Khao Lak Resort & Spa

Named among Luxury Escapes’ ‘World’s Best Beach Destinations’ for 2019, Thailand is a beach lovers’ playground – and Khao Lak is home to some of the best. The unspoiled shore that unfurls before you, casuarina-fringed inlets and spectacular offshore islands rimmed with crystal waters and dense marine life are what sets it apart.

Le Méridien Khao Lak Resort & Spa takes your experience up a notch with all-inclusive dining and free-flow daily drinks (11am to 10pm) – this will be one of the most indulgent escapes you will ever take.

What You’ll Love…

The Brand-New Hotel – Your high-end beachfront playground draped in Marriott luxury

Recently opened in October 2019, following a multimillion-dollar refurbishment, this five-star retreat already has its fair share of five-star reviews on TripAdvisor and was awarded the site’s Certificate of Excellence for 2019.

A stunning resort set on the spectacular beachfront of Bangsak, Le Méridien Khao Lak Resort & Spa brings Le Méridien’s French heritage and the allure of the Côte d’Azur to Khao Lak.

Make the most of its secluded location with a plunge in the beach’s crystal-clear waters, and benefit from three signature lagoon pools, three restaurants and four bars, a hotel fitness centre and The Khao Lak Spa.

Children (aged four years to 12 years) receive complimentary access to the Kids Club, where they can learn to make their own guitar and learn the intricacies of animal towel folding, discover the swathe of gorgeous birdlife and paint traditional fans to keep cool poolside. Not to mention the various family activities to keep everyone entertained (please note, an adult guardian must supervise children aged three years and under at all times).

Your Room – Views over the glittering pool

Wake up in your private pocket of calm in a Superior Pool View Room, decorated in a neutral décor to soothe your mind, and boasting gorgeous vistas over the pool from your private furnished balcony. Enjoy a generous 43sqm of space with free Wi-Fi, an elegant bathroom and a plush king-sized bed (or twin beds).

One child (aged 11 years and under) stays free with all meals included.

Pool Access Upgrade: Step directly from your private terrace into the refreshing depths of the swimming pool when you upgrade to the elegant Superior Pool Access Room.

Family Upgrade: Taking the family with you? Upgrade to the expansive 78sqm Family Pool View Room and enjoy ample space for two adults and up to three children (aged 11 years and under), with all inclusions.

Family Pool Access Upgrade: Give your children memories that will last forever when you upgrade to the indulgent Family Pool Access Room. Let the kids jump straight into the sparkling blue waters while you stay cooly on your private terrace, perhaps with a drink in-hand. Inclusions valid for two adults and up to three children (aged 11 years and under).

Celebrity Pool Villa Upgrade: It doesn’t get much better than a luxurious Pool Villa. Leave any cares at the door as soon as you enter your private hideaway with a spacious lounge, a terrace with private pool framed by lush gardens, and elegant décor. One child (aged 11 years and under) stay free with all meals included.

BONUS: No matter what time of year you travel, you can escape for the same all-inclusive price with absolutely zero surcharges.

The Food & Drinks – All-inclusive dining and free-flow drinks

When we said this the ultimate Khao Lak deal, we meant it. This is indulgence taken to a whole new level: all-inclusive dining with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner, and free-flow drinks from 11am to 10pm daily.

The Nest welcomes you with alfresco-style dining and a bounty of breakfast delights with a pancake and waffle station, an antipasto selection of smoked salmon and ham, hot, crispy bacon, Kranskys and sausages, Asian delights including congee with your choice of add-ins, fresh juices, Thai tea or coffee, and so much more. Take a seat inside or head outside to feel the cool ocean breeze.

At lunch, venture to your choice of The Nest, L’Ucello, the Bamboo Pool Bar, where you can enjoy a plunge in the water before ordering a mouth-watering main, or the Beach Grill, offering tantalisingly fresh seafood, choice cuts of meat, and breathtaking Andaman Sea panoramas.

Dinner is an indulgent affair with a buffet available at The Nest or a three-course set-menu dinner at the Beach Grill, where you can tantalise the tastebuds with your choice of an appetiser, main and dessert. You could enjoy everything from crispy chicken wings to start, a Pad Thai prawn for mains and pineapple cheesecake to finish, or perhaps enjoy an Italian à la carte three-course dining experience at L’Ucello, offering delicious Caprese salad, spaghetti Pomodoro and tiramisu.

Regardless of where you dine, the drinks are free-flowing from 11am to 10pm. Between the allocated times, order unlimited soft drinks, local beer, fine wine, spirits and craft cocktails at the Bamboo Pool Bar, The Nest, the Beach Grill, the sports bar or the Italian L’Ucello, as well as the enticing Coconut Joe’s beach bar, the ultimate place to kick back and catch the Khao Lak sunset.

See & Do – Balance beachfront relaxation with an unforgettable experience

Make the most of your time in this secluded paradise, splayed out on the golden shores of Bangsak Beach, hopping from sparkling lagoon pool to sparkling lagoon pool and unwinding, with a 30-minute Thai massage per adult included in your package.

Outside of your quiet retreat, the Similan Islands are easily accessible and spectacular for snorkelling. Known to divers the world over, this marine national park offers luminous aqua waters and luscious coral reefs with a smooth granite island of rainforest and blindingly white beaches on the surface (please note access to the Similan Islands is seasonal).

Keen adventurers can go the distance and experience the cascading beauty of Sai Rung Waterfall (10km), fly through the treetops from the Elephant Fly Zipline (22.2km) or visit the Elephant Rehabilitation and Retirement Home.