Art's Riverview Lodge  

On the Sok River at the entrance to Khao Sok National Park in Khlong Sok/Phanom — an eco-friendly hideaway minutes from the park. It’s roughly a 10-minute walk (or a 1-minute drive) to the park entrance, a short drive to the Khao Sok bus stop, and within easy reach of Mae Yai Waterfall and Cheow Lan Lake.

Nestled in privately owned rainforest, the lodge is quiet, simple and nature-first. Twenty guestrooms have private balconies where you can spot long-tail macaques foraging in the vines. Rooms are practical and comfy with showers, complimentary toiletries, desks, safes and bottled water.

Wake up to river breezes and a terraced garden view. On-site perks include a restaurant, coffee shop/café, bar/lounge, picnic and barbecue areas, bicycle rentals, a massage room/spa center, terrace and garden, plus tour/ticket assistance and a 24-hour airport shuttle (surcharge). Free self-parking and laundry/dry-cleaning services are available.

Complimentary wireless internet is available across the property. Luggage storage, concierge and front-desk services make short-stay logistics easy.

The on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner with local flavors, and the café offers snacks and coffee. Grab an English breakfast each morning (available for a fee) before heading into the park.