Luxury in Khao Sok means something different than on the coast: no marble lobbies or rooftop bars, but a boutique resort with a spa at the edge of the oldest rainforest in the world and floating villas on a lake where not a single light burns at night. If you want comfort without keeping nature at arm’s length, there are four top addresses here. These are the 4 best luxury hotels in Khao Sok.
Tip: This article is part of our larger guide to Hotels in Khao Sok. Read that guide too to choose between the jungle and the lake!
Compare the best luxury hotels in Khao Sok
| Hotel | Location | Type | Unique feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Khaosok and Spa | Edge of the park | Boutique resort with spa | Pool, tennis court and spa against the cliffs |
| 360° Issara Floating Resort | Cheow Lan Lake | Floating deluxe rooms and villas | First all-inclusive floating resort, kayaks included |
| Panvaree The Greenery | Cheow Lan Lake | Floating wooden villas | Quiet location far from the day-tour routes |
| 500 Rai Floating Resort | Cheow Lan Lake | Floating villas | The most comfort on the lake |
Hotel Khaosok and Spa
A boutique resort of ten rooms at the edge of the park, with lush gardens, a swimming pool, its own tennis court and a spa for massages and facials after a day in the jungle. Less exuberant than the floating resorts on the lake, but if you prefer to sleep on solid ground and be pampered between excursions, you are in good hands here.
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360° Issara Floating Resort
The first all-inclusive floating resort on Cheow Lan Lake: 20 deluxe rooms and 4 exclusive villas on the water, each with its own balcony and views of both sunrise and sunset above the limestone walls. The package includes the boat transfer, all meals and kayaks to set out on the lake yourself.
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Panvaree The Greenery
Panvaree sits in a quiet side arm of the lake and combines wooden villas on the water with an intimate, Thai atmosphere. It is just a bit smaller in scale and more affordable than 500 Rai, and its remote location makes it perhaps the quietest luxury address in all of Khao Sok.
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500 Rai Floating Resort
The luxurious flagship of the lake: spacious floating villas with modern bathrooms and large terraces above the water, surrounded by limestone walls. The kitchen is surprisingly good for a place reachable only by boat. For anyone who wants the raft house feeling with the comfort of a real resort.
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Frequently asked questions about luxury hotels in Khao Sok
How much does a luxury stay in Khao Sok cost?
Almost all the luxury addresses work with packages including meals, transfers and activities. Expect around €150 to €400 per person per night, depending on the property and the season. Compared with what you get in return (location, guides, everything arranged), that is reasonable by Thai standards.
Is there air conditioning in the luxury villas?
Usually not: the floating resorts run on solar power and are designed for natural ventilation. The nights in the jungle and on the lake cool down well; we did not miss the air conditioning for a moment.
What is the best luxury choice for a first visit?
The combination most guests book: a night (or two) on shore followed by a night floating. Combine a jungle lodge from our jungle guide with 500 Rai or Panvaree on the lake.
Conclusion
Luxury in Khao Sok is not about stars but about location and being looked after, and in that these four addresses are top class. Choose Hotel Khaosok and Spa if you prefer to sleep on solid ground with a pool and spa, go for 360° Issara Floating Resort, or put together your dream combination with 500 Rai or Panvaree on the lake. In every case: book well in advance, because the number of villas and rooms is small.
