Somewhere Koh Sichang  

On Ko Sichang's shoreline, a beach hotel within a 10-minute walk of San Jao Phaw Khao Yai and Cholatassathan Museum. You're also steps from Hat Tha Wang Palace and Phra Chudadhut Palace, and close to local sights like the Temple of Truth, Teddy Bear Museum and Mini Siam.

Colonial-chic property with 20 air-conditioned rooms that feel relaxed and lived-in. Rooms have private balconies, refrigerators, DVD players and 32-inch LCD satellite TVs. Private bathrooms come with showers, complimentary toiletries and slippers, while terraces and a garden add a seaside, local-vibe backdrop.

Swim in indoor and outdoor pools (plus a children's pool), kick back in the garden and on the terrace, or fire up the picnic and barbecue areas. There’s a diving club and a tour desk for island excursions, a bar to unwind in, free self-parking and a roundtrip airport shuttle available for a surcharge—wake up to sea-breeze mornings on your balcony.

24-hour front desk, concierge and luggage storage, banquet/conference facilities and business services (available for an extra charge). Complimentary wireless internet across the property and laundry/dry-cleaning services keep longer stays smooth.

The on-site restaurant, The Veerandah, highlights local Thai flavors; a bar is available for drinks and light bites. English breakfast is served daily from 6:30–10:00 for a fee, and limited room service is offered.