Casa de La Flora, Khao Lak

With a bold architecture that yields to the warmness and nature of its implied name, Casa de La Flora is crafted into space as striking as it is humble.

Balance in simple shapes

The cube-shaped villas of the hotel bring a modern edge to Thailand’s Phangnga province.

Described as “an ode to the angular geometries of brutalist architecture” initiated by Le Corbusier, this hideaway has a strong minimalist style harmoniously incorporated in the natural surroundings.

The architects—studio VaSLab—achieved this balance by designing each villa as a monolithic square-edged frame structure with glass facades looking outward to the sea.

Overlooking beach

Most villas are buttressed by topiary, shaped by landscape designers T.R.O.P, while all feature a private pool and secluded patios or balconies.

Natural materials such as teakwood temper the minimalist interiors, augmented by monochromatic schemes and lighting by APLD. In the bathrooms, beige Italian quartz sets the stage for ample bathtubs offering an alternative to outdoor rains showers.

A central swimming pool and bar area overlook the beach, whilst the La Aranya restaurant located further along the sands specializes in fine Thai and fusion cuisine created from organic produce.

in our opinion

Overlooking the Andaman Sea and stretching along the soft sands of Khao Lak, Casa de La Flora is small enough to feel intimate yet large enough to have a real sense of privacy. Its cutting-edge design and architecture make it stand out amongst other resorts in Thailand.

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What we love

• Ultra-modern design, style, and luxury on one of Thailand’s most stunning beaches;
• Traditional Thai courtesy and hospitality and superb level of service;
• Each villa has its own private swimming pool with stunning sea and sunset views;
• The constant sound of waves rolling onto the beach;
• Top-notch amenities, from the state-of-the-art Apple tv and entertainment systems to custom-made furniture designed by Anon Pairot Design Studio;
• The peaceful rooftop terrace of La Aranya restaurant with extensive ocean views;
• Wifi is available free of charge throughout the resort;
• In-room check-in and complimentary mini-bar replenished daily; Splendid isolation: there is no beach vendors, no traffic noise—you will have the beach all to yourself;
• If you do want to explore, you can get a bicycle from the hotel reception.

What you should know

• The décor might be too minimalist for some;
• There is not much to do around the hotel area;
• The hotel is a 1-hour drive by car from Phuket International Airport;
• The resort is not an ideal place for children.