Khao Lak gets cubed

Walk along the beach at Khao Lak, Thailand and you'll come across a series of striking grey cubes on the edge of the sand. These are the buildings of the just-completed Casa de la Flora hotel, the most contemporary-style luxury hotel in the area. No wonder the newly completed boutique hotel is already a member of the picky Design Hotels. The 36 cube villas are tiered back from the coast like so many kids building blocks. All of the villas have private pools and the terraces and gardens step down to the water so there are sea views from all around. The Luxury Travel Bible particularly likes the idea of the on-site 'Dream Maker' who gets to know each guest individually and helps to 'fulfil all their wishes', A big call, TLTB can actually wish for quite a lot... Great in-room entertainment courtesy of Apple, 24 hour butlers, and a suitably eco-friendly approach to the environment complete the picture. Book us in. http://www.designhotels.com