Craving Krabi Creature Comforts
An exotic beach escape awaits on the shores of Krabi, in the South of Thailand, with all the trimmings, bells and whistles for an enviable stay, however much time you have to spare...
With a prime location on its own private sands, Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort is privy to most desirable surrounds. Where the waves from the Andaman Sea lap the shores of Klong Muong Beach, a haven of luxury and escape unfolds, posed against a backdrop of natural beauty, with majestic mountains, and tropical flora and fauna.
Blending with the landscape, Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort is a welcoming haven, focused on fulfilling holiday desires and downtime needs, for even the most demanding of tastes. The whole resort is geared around hedonistic and epicurean endeavours. Whether romantic hideaway, therapeutic solo travel, family getaways or corporate retreats, this contemporary resort is a destination unto its own. A world of luxurious creature comforts awaits, in the renowned Dusit Thani style.
Boasting direct access to a 1.8km stretch of private beach, this Krabi resort provides a whole host of enticing features and accommodation options. There are two beachfront pools, each designed to offer a different vibe, a range of restaurants and bars, a spa and plenty of activities, in and around the resort, and on, in or beside the water, for both energetic and more sedentary types.
Guest rooms and suites are set across eight low-rise buildings, styled in a light and airy contemporary elegance, to set the stage for a relaxing stay. All spacious room categories, varying in size from 42 to 150 square metres, feature modern amenities, private balconies, flatscreen TVs, plus tea and coffee-making facilities, as well as separate showers and bathtubs.
Among the 240 rooms and suites is the even more decadent Club accommodation, with added benefits and facilities; some Club suites even have private plunge pools outdoors. Club room guests are, furthermore, entitled to make use of the Club Lounge and its facilities, which include a full range of services and privileges. The Dusit Club Lounge overlooks the ocean, with indoor and outdoor seating options, and is open daily from 8-10.00pm. Club Lounge benefits include: private check-in and check-out at the Dusit Club Lounge; exclusive breakfast from 08.00 hrs to 10.30 hrs; coffee, tea, juices, soft drinks from 09.00 hrs to 11.00 hrs; all-day refreshments from 11.00 hrs to 22.00 hrs; afternoon tea from 14.00 hrs to 17.00 hrs; evening hors d’oeuvres from 17.30 hrs to 19.30 hrs; complimentary laundry up to three pieces per stay and per room; computer stations with broadband internet and printer.
For those travelling with children, The Dusit Krabi Family Club is a comprehensive edutainment centre, with creative programmes for both adults and kids alike. Learn batik painting, rocket and balloon making, and the like. The Family Club is also stocked with a wide selection of toys, cartoons, books, games and a PlayStation, to help occupy the little ones and inject fun into every day, throughout their stay. It can also present a good opportunity as a meeting point for children to socialize with others, using the facility.
In addition to 24-hour room service, dining is a delectable affair, spoilt for choice, at Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort. International favourites, classics and specialities, from East to West, mean that guests never go hungry, from morning throughthenight.Dishesarealwaysadelight for the eye and for the palate. Mangosteen’s is the all-day dining restaurant, with a view and an extensive à la carte menu, comprising western and pan-Asian cuisines. From lunch through dinnertime, the recently renovated Limoncello serves authentic Italian food, from Executive Chef Massimo Rossi, punctuated by his personal flair.
Malati has a restaurant, with Indian and Thai food, as well as a beach bar and pool bar, for cocktails and snacks, all with spectacular vistas. Martinis Bar is a great hangout for signature martinis, cocktails, mocktails and bites, open until midnight. Also close to Malati, guests can reach for a fresh young coconut at C-Box, or savour homemade coconut ice cream and all things coconut. The Cocovida Bar and pool bar service is located at the second pool, catering with delicious eats and drinks, under the sun. Private dining can also be arranged on the beach under the stars, especially ideal for a romantic touch to the holiday.
With the festive season at hand, the resort is creating a grand BBQ buffet dinner on the beach for this Christmas Eve, on 24th December 2016. Priced at Bt1,800net, diners will be entertained by carol singers, the house band and a fire show. On 25th December 2016, Christmas Day sees a special Italian set dinner at Limoncello Restaurant, for Bt2,900net. While à la carte choices are still available, the evening will be serenaded by the acoustic house band.
At any time of year, for the height of profound relaxation, Mandara Spa is a beachside retreat, within this resort. Nestled next to the white sands, hidden by ancient trees, it is a veritable gift for the senses. Tranquility and balance are the essence of this spa, a short buggy ride from the resort’s central lobby. With an emphasis on nature, suited to its environment, the spa delves deep into the art of relaxation, with intense pampering. Applying techniques from around the world, the Mandara Spa menu features body and facial treatments, manicures and pedicures, as well as spa packages and special seasonal therapies.
Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort is also an ideal destination for all manner of meetings, events and special occasions, be they corporate gatherings, family milestones or epic fairy-tale weddings. Packages and tailored solutions can be arranged together with the team, to ensure the perfect setting. There are almost endless possibilities, to create unique and lasting memories amid the beauty of Krabi’s Klong Muong Beach.