UPCOUNTRY

Veranda The High Resort, M Gallery

192 Moo 2, Banpong, Hang Dong, Chiang Mai, 053-365-007.
Enjoy the scenic view of Hong Dong’s mountains from lanna-inspired rooms.

Veranda Resort & Spa, M Gallery

737/12 Mung Talay rd., Cha Am, Petchaburi, 032-709-000.
Eight room types, ranging from a compact 44-sq-meter deluxe to a large-yet-private pool villa, and a huge swimming pool for the kids.

B-Lay Tong, M Gallery

198 Taweewong Rd., Patong, Phuket, 076-344-999.
One of the most distinctive hotel in Phuket; the geometric buildings of B-Lay Tong face the beachfront on a quieter part of Patong. Colorful furniture and decorative details abound and you’ll love to soak up the view from its glassed-walled infinity pool.

W Retreat Koh Samui

4/1 Moo 1, Maenam Beach, Koh Samui, 077-915-999.
The first W property in Thailand sits its edgy design on a rocky ledge where Maenam and Bo Phut beaches meet.

IN BANGKOK

Hotel Muse, M Gallery

55/555 Langsuan Rd., 02-630-400. www.hotelmusebangkok.com
Hidden in Langsuan, Hotel Muse opts for a late 19th century décor mixing industrial and baroque. Locals can check out Italian restaurant Medici in the basement or The Speakeasy, a rooftop bar with a view.

VIE Hotel, M Gallery

117/39-40 Phayathai Rd., 02-309-3939. www.viehotelbangkok.com
A major cineplex tycoon built this hotel where the McKenna movie theater once stood. The 145 rooms and suites have soaring ceilings and a dark, masculine decor.

Sofitel So Bangkok

2 North Sathorn Rd., 02-624-0000. www.sofitel.com
The new 32-story hotel overlooking Lumpini Park was designed by big names including Nithi Sthabipanonda and Rujiraporn Wanglee. Grab a drink at the 9/F Mix Bar.

W Bangkok

106 North Sathorn Rd. www.whotels.com
The 403-room hotel is set to open Dec 1.