The Sarojin  

On Thailand’s Andaman coast in Takua Pa — a luxury beachfront hideaway a five-minute walk from Bang Niang Beach and Laem Pakarang Beach. About 18 km from the city center and a short drive from Boat 813 (3.5 km) and Pak Weep Beach (4.3 km).

Intimate, upscale vibe with 56 air-conditioned rooms that mix comfort and practical luxe. Rooms feature minibars/refrigerators, LED TVs (satellite), DVD players, bathrobes and slippers, plus bathrooms with separate bathtubs and rainfall showers for serious soak time. Room equipment varies by category.

Full-service spa offering massages, body treatments and facials, plus a sauna and massage rooms. Swim in indoor and outdoor pools, keep fit in the gym, or dive with the on-site diving club. Other perks: library, concierge and tour desk, complimentary Wi‑Fi, free self-parking and roundtrip airport transfers (surcharge available).

Business center plus conference space and a meeting room for events. Complimentary wireless internet and a 24-hour front desk keep work on schedule.

Two restaurants (including Ficus) serve international cuisine and there are two bars for cocktails and chill time. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 1 PM, with limited-hours room service available.