The Sarojin

Rooms

The 56 spacious guest residences have a fresh and neutral design with white linen, wooden floors and stone accents and are located in seven individual two-storey buildings. The open plan bathrooms include a romantic couples bath and rain showers, whilst outside each residence is a private sundeck and sala to provide welcome shade from the tropical sun.

All residences are equipped with air conditioning, king-size beds, Smart TV and DVD, Bluetooth speaker, hairdryer and Wi-Fi.

Location

Set in national park, the white sand beach stretches seemingly endlessly and is sandwiched between warm waters and coconut palms. Most of the beach is secluded and completely natural, ideal for long walks in peace; there are a few small, local beach restaurants next door to the hotel as well as another small resort on the other side. However, past these or once in the hotel gardens it feels very secluded.

Further down the beach towards the shelter of Pakarang Cape you can watch the local fishing fleet unload the daily catch giving and offering a true and authentic glimpse into local Thai life.

Food and drink

The Sarojin has two restaurants, a wine bar, beach bar and many private dining options. Breakfast with sparkling wine is included in your price and this is available till 6pm, so you can enjoy a relaxed breakfast without rushing to get up.

Ficus is located in the heart of the grounds and serves international, gourmet and Italian cuisine among the hanging branches and canopy of the ancient ficus tree, creating a refined dining venue.

Adjacent to Ficus is the award-winning wine bar, an open-air long bar and cooled wine cellar serving fine wines and aperitifs from around the world.

The Edge restaurant is set on the beachfront and makes the most of the stunning sea views. Delicious Thai and Southeast Asian specialities are served in an open-air timber pavilion or on the sand. This is a rustic-chic and breezy setting for a casual, laid-back dining experience.

There are also many private dining options, including a romantic table on the beach under the sea almond trees, beside a candle-lit waterfall or in your own residence.

The Sarojin team host weekly cocktail parties so you can enjoy a drink and say hello.

Families

Children under the age of ten are not able to stay at The Sarojin, with the property geared more toward couples than families.

Facilities and activities

The Sarojin has a 25 sq m infinity pool and a Jacuzzi as well as a fitness centre, croquet lawn and petanque. Catamarans, sea kayaks, paddleboards, windsurfers and mountain bikes are also available.

The Pathways Spa is a cocoon of relaxation within the resort and offers a wide range of treatments. Both single and double treatment pavilions are available and there are plenty of areas to unwind before and after treatments including a shady yoga and t'ai chi deck.

The spa signature massage blends Thai, Balinese, Swedish, Shiatsu and Hawaiian styles to leave no stone unturned in the quest for relaxation, while facials use Elemis products.

Diving here is among the best in the world, with the Similan Islands off the coast regularly being rated in the top ten of dive sites worldwide. Visibility can be up to 30 metres and you can see manta rays, whale sharks and turtles galore.

The resort has its own speedboat, Lady Sarojin, to take out divers and can arrange PADI dive courses.

Environmental and social responsibility

The Sarojin has established The Sarojin Khao Lak Community Fund, with 100% of its donations going toward helping local projects. These projects include construction of fishing boats, housing, Red Cross facilities, new school buildings, children's play and educational equipment, and orphanage support.

Since the area is known for its stunning natural beauty, The Sarojin is constantly looking to improve local preservation. Most recently the resort eliminated single-use plastic onsite, provides a complimentary, reusable water bottle for every guest during their stay, and has expanded its plant-based, vegetarian and vegan menu to help decrease its impact on the environment.

Diving

Diving here is among the best in the world, with the Similan Islands just off the coast often rated among the world's top ten dive sites. Visibility can be up to 30 metres and you can see manta rays, whale sharks and turtles, along with an array of colourful fish species.

The resort has its own speedboat, Lady Sarojin, to take divers out to the various sites and can arrange PADI dive courses.

Spa Facilities

The Pathways Spa is a cocoon of relaxation within the resort, offering a wide range of treatments. With both single and double treatment pavilions available, you can relax with or without a companion, and there are plenty of areas in which to unwind before and after your treatment, including bathing areas and tree showers, a lounge with daybeds, and a shady yoga and t'ai chi deck.

The spa signature massage blends Thai, Balinese, Swedish, Shiatsu and Hawaiian styles, while facials use Decléor products.