Sunset Hill Resort

Surrounded by tropical rainforest, this hillside resort overlooking the Gulf of Thailand is 5 minutes' walk from Haad Chao Phao beach. Featuring sleek, wooden furniture and en suite bathrooms, the airy studios offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, fridges and desks: some have terraces, sea views and/or kitchenettes. Suites add elegant sitting areas. Bright 2- and 3-bedroom apartments are also available, and penthouse units include rooftop terraces with private plunge pools.A restaurant with a panoramic terrace has breakfast, casual dining and cocktails, and there's an infinity pool and a garden. Thai massages and yoga classes are available.