If you’re looking to travel to Thailand, but want to avoid the hustle and bustle of Bangkok and tourist trap islands, we have you covered. Say hello to the just opened Mercure Rayong Lomtalay Villas & Resort. 

Rayong is a 2.5 hour drive from Bangkok and thanks to its quality waves has become an emerging destination for local and international surfers alike. It’s here, at this seaside town, on the beachfront of Laem Mae Phim Cape that you’ll find this 184-room, pet-friendly resort.  

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The grand launch will take place upon the completion of the Garden Wing in 2023. In the meantime a variety of 51 rooms, suites and villas have opened to guests in the Ocean Wing, as well as the beachfront pool and bar, a restaurant, meeting rooms and spa facilities.

Clustered between verdant gardens with vibrant sea views the rooms in the Ocean Wing are a private and tropical sanctuary. The decor is inspired by the ocean with light wood finishes. The 33 executive rooms offer comfortable outdoor seating with relaxing courtyard views. The eight spacious suites boast panoramic views of the ocean, while the 10 divine Villas offer guests easy access to the swimming pool and beach.

The resort has kept the food and drinks obsessed (here’s looking at you) in mind when designing the offering. ECUME is an all-day dining restaurant that takes diners through a locally sourced and organic culinary experience. Chefs work closely with Rayong fishermen and supplieds to showcase the freshed local flavours, ensuring food miles are kept low. For a more laid back affair head to SAL Pool Bar where signature cocktails are poured as well as pool-side comfort food. There’ll be four more dining experiences available from early 2023, so watch this space.

You can book a stay at the resort’s website, all.accor.com.

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