Phuket, Thailand
The Racha
Ultra Modern Hotel Hidden on Racha Yai Island. Great Diving Facilities.
Just twelve miles south of Phuket sits the Racha hotel; a deluxe hotel seated on an idyllic beach on the Racha Yai island and a mere 35 minutes speed boat ride from Phuket’s Chalong Bay.
The environmentally friendly Racha favours a very unusual minimal-luxe decoration and design concept, when you compare it to many of Thailand’s elaborate beach front hotels. There are 85 sumptuous villas boasting sea views, while others have private pools. All encompass comfort, elegance and contemporary amenities, as well as large bathrooms and private terraces.
Dining is also taken care of here with both Western and Asian cuisine served among the varying eateries. Feast on pizza and pasta by the pool at Fire Grill, or delicate Thai cuisine at Earth Café before enjoying a delicious cocktail with live music at Ice Bar.
There are a number of activities to get involved with here including snorkelling, nature walks, mountain biking and canoeing. Diving is a big highlight due to the resort’s own PADI 5 star dive centre and the area’s fascinating corals, clear waters and exciting sea life. For more relaxed pursuits, head to Anumba Spa, the onsite tranquil sanctuary which offers aroma rooms and soothing treatments.
Highlights
Diving
Tennis
Canoeing and snorkelling
Nature walks
Mountain biking
85 villas
Spa
Gym and Fitness Centre
PADI Dive Centre
Restaurants and Bars
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Vietnam
La Siesta Premium Hang Be Hotel stands as a graceful symbol of Hanoi’s rich history and evolving modernity. Located in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, the hotel’s striking white façade overlooks Hang Be Street, once a bustling hub for trading be or wooden boats. Today, this street pulses with life, offering a tapestry of cafés, artisan shops, restaurants and traditional market stalls.
Inside the hotel, La Siesta Premium Hang Be is a sanctuary of elegance. The interior exudes a calm sophistication, with a neutral colour palette of soft creams and warm accents, enhanced by thoughtful lighting that creates a serene atmosphere. Polished wood, elegant period furnishings and traditional motifs offer a sense of heritage, while modern touches ensure comfort and luxury at every turn. Each room is designed with comfort and tranquillity in mind, featuring plush furnishings, elegant décor and modern amenities to make guests feel at home.
For a truly memorable dining experience, ascend to Cloud Nine, the hotel’s restaurant. Situated on the 9th floor and wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows, Cloud Nine offers panoramic views that sweep across Hanoi’s storied rooftops, the shimmering Hoan Kiem Lake and the serene Red River. The restaurant’s name, inspired by the phrase “on cloud nine,” encapsulates the bliss you’ll feel as you gaze out over the city and savour exquisitely prepared dishes. Sunlight floods the space during the day, while in the evening, the city’s lights twinkle beneath you, enhancing the sense of floating above Hanoi’s streets.
For guests who prefer dining in privacy, the hotel’s in-room dining service brings the best of Cloud Nine’s menu to your door, allowing you to enjoy a delicious meal in the comfort of your own space. Meanwhile, the hotel’s La Spa offers a serene retreat where you can rejuvenate body and mind with a range of luxurious treatments.
