Thatched seaside estate
Torchlit reflection pools, gentle evening surf, and open-sided seaside lounges shape an unhurried, romantic rhythm along Turtle Bay.
“The resort is spread across 20 acres of gardens, with villas and pavilions covered with traditional thatched roofs, sunken marble bathrooms, and private garden views.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Sugarcane thatch, volcanic rock walls, and reflection pools across twenty garden acres.
Remarkable
Complimentary waterskiing and glass-bottom boat tours across protected Turtle Bay Marine Park.
What they say
Two Michelin Keys
Michelin
Forbes Five-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
UK Readers' Choice Awards – The Indian Ocean
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
Accommodations are exceedingly private, in villas and pavilions spread across 20 acres of lush landscaped tropical gardens.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Situated within Turtle Bay Marine Park, calm lagoon waters and protected reefs front the property along the scenic northwest coast.
The rooms
Freestanding thatched pavilions and villas feature four-poster beds, private terraces, and sunken marble tubs overlooking private walled courtyards.
The oceanfront pool
Bring a swimsuit.
An adults-only infinity pool sits along the shore, bordered by dark volcanic boulders and stone statues.
The spa
Open-air garden suites host bronze-bowl bodywork and African therapies made with baobab oil and bentonite clay.
At the table
On the Rocks serves grilled seafood over volcanic boulders, and a restored French gunpowder magazine hosts Creole dinners.
The tropical resort is a sensory symphony of soothing colors, natural textures and unusual architecture, all of which blend beautifully with the its stunning surroundings.
How it began
Opened in 2001, architect Lek Bunnag shaped the resort grounds around a restored eighteenth-century French stone gunpowder magazine.
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A place apart: the property is the destination.