Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi

The serene setting and romantic atmosphere of this hideaway resort is heaven for lovers, for honeymooners and couples celebrating and anniversary. The Dheva Spa, modelled on the ancient Royal Palace of Mandalay. The Spa is a dedicated haven for holistic and Ayurvedic therapies. Relax next to swimming pools set amid delightful gardens or be energetic with winding trails for jogging, tennis or in a superbly equipped gym. Courses in Yoga, tai chi and meditation stimulate body and mind. Children have their own club, for painting, traditional handicraft and Thai dance lessons, or they can try planting rice in the resort's paddy field. Also The library offers a huge selection of books, plus DVD films and music discs to enjoy in your villa or suite or you can discover the delights of Thai cooking or visit the craft village with its stilted farm house and handicraft demonstrations.

Each of the luxurious, spacious suites comes with a tiled en suite bathroom with hairdryer, a bathrobe, a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV, a radio, a hi-fi stereo system and Internet access. Furthermore, there is a minibar/ fridge, a king-sized bed, carpeting, air conditioning, a balcony or terrace and a hire safe in each suite as standard. The villas additionally have a combined lounge/ bedroom, kitchenette, a bathtub with Jacuzzi function and a small pool or diving pool.

Hotels provide various pavilions create an impressive setting for Le Grand Lanna, specialising in authentic Thai cuisine. The Farang Ses presents classical French, Fujian for Dim Sum and Cantonese cuisine. The Akaligo restaurant offers buffet or a la carte breakfast and Mediterranean delight for dinner. Poolside Bars serve a variety of light meals and refreshment.

In the well-kept outdoor complex is a swimming pool, a heated pool, sun loungers and parasols laid out ready for use and a pool/ snack bar. Leisure options include a Jacuzzi, a sauna, a steam bath, a massage service, spa treatments and the opportunity to play tennis (2 hard courts, floodlighting for an additional fee), squash (2 courts), aerobics and golf (18-hole course, extra charges apply). Guests may pay a visit to the in-house gym and hire road and mountain bikes. There is a seasonal entertainment programme to participate in and the nearest golf course is 25 minutes drive away.