Banyan Tree Krabi

Set along Tubkaek Beach, on Krabi's Andaman coast, Banyan Tree Krabi faces open sea with forested limestone hills rising behind. The five-star property holds 72 suites, each with its own pool and jet pool. It is a private, self-contained stay. Rooms come with a balcony or deck, mosquito netting, a mini bar and pure cotton linen; several add a private lounge or sitting area for slow mornings indoors.

The Premium Ocean Pool Suite looks straight out over the Andaman Sea, its private pool set for uninterrupted sea views. The Deluxe Garden Pool Suite runs to 129 m² and includes its own garden and outdoor terrace, built for couples who want a private plunge pool and space to eat outside. You can hear the sea from most rooms, given the beachfront setting.

On site, the Banyan Tree Spa runs alongside a gym, an outdoor pool deck and a kids' club, while activities include kayaking, canoeing, snorkelling and guided walks, with diving, sailing and cultural tours arranged further along the coast. Restaurants and a beach bar cover meals through the day, and staff speak Chinese, English, Hindi and Korean. Check-in runs from 3pm, check-out by noon.