Name: 500 Rai Floating Resort
Address: Thailand
Rating: 5

500 Rai Floating Resort is an extraordinary floating retreat set on the waters of Cheow Lan Lake within Thailand’s breathtaking Khao Sok National Park. Surrounded by dramatic limestone cliffs and ancient rainforest, the resort offers an immersive escape into nature. Accessible only by longtail boat, the resort makes for a secluded getaway.

The floating villas are designed to blend harmoniously with nature, featuring warm wooden interiors, comfortable furniture, private decks and panoramic lake views. There is no Wi-Fi at this property, allowing you to connect with yourself and your tranquil surroundings with wellness treatments at the spa and meaningful experiences in nature.

You can explore the lake by kayak, go on guided wildlife excursions, swim in the crystal-clear waters or simply relax amid the remarkable scenery. Enjoy authentic Thai cuisine and warm local hospitality at the open-air restaurant and bar to complete the experience.

Hotel Highlights

This secluded floating retreat allows you to immerse yourself in the limestone scenery of Cheow Lan Lake
Stay in gorgeous floating villas that offer panoramic lake views and direct access to crystal-clear waters
While here enjoy kayaking, wildlife excursions and immersive rainforest experiences in Khao Sok National Park
Savor authentic Thai cuisine and local wellness treatments to completely relax and disconnect

Hotel Features

General Info

18 rooms

Main Facilities

A/C
Bar On Site
Pool
Restaurant On Site

Accommodation Type

Tented camp

Hotel Gallery

An open-air dining terrace at the 500 Rai Floating Resort, featuring white wicker chairs and glass-topped tables arranged under a white wooden roof. The deck overlooks a calm lake with misty limestone mountains in the background, bathed in dramatic sunlight breaking through clouds at sunrise or sunset. Decorative patterned cushions line a bench along the white railing, creating an elegant, serene atmosphere over the water.

A guest room at the 9500 Rai Floating Resort Hotel, featuring a double bed with crisp white linens and towel art on a low wooden platform frame. The room has warm, rich teak wood paneling on the walls, ceiling with exposed beams, and polished hardwood floors. Amenities include a wall-mounted air conditioning unit, a small mirror, and decorative woven pendant lights. Sheer cream curtains frame glass doors leading to a balcony with a glimpse of greenery and water outside, reflecting the resort's floating nature.

A cozy guest room at the 500 Rai Floating Resort Hotel, featuring a king-sized bed with crisp white linens, warm dark wood paneling on the walls and ceiling, and polished hardwood floors. Two wicker armchairs with ottomans are positioned near large floor-to-ceiling windows draped with sheer white curtains, offering a waterfront view of the surrounding lake or river.

Aerial view of the 500 Rai Floating Resort on Cheow Lan Lake in Thailand, featuring a row of dark-roofed overwater bungalows connected by a floating walkway. The resort sits on calm, turquoise-blue water surrounded by lush tropical jungle, scattered forested islands, and dramatic limestone karst mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Interior of the 500 Rai Floating Resort's open-air lobby and dining area, featuring white rattan furniture, glass-topped tables, and decorative trees with green foliage. The space has a white vaulted ceiling adorned with woven pendant lights and hanging plants. A reception desk in the background displays the "500 RAI – Disconnect to Reconnect" branding. Staff members are visible at the counter, and guests are seated at tables in the foreground.

An open-air terrace at the 500 Rai Floating Resort Hotel, featuring white wicker dining furniture and lounge seating with navy blue and patterned cushions. The covered deck overlooks a calm lake where guests are kayaking, with a row of overwater bungalows with dark roofs visible along the right shoreline. Lush green forested hills and a partly cloudy sky form the backdrop, creating a serene tropical lakeside setting.

Aerial view of the 500 Rai Floating Resort Hotel on a calm lake in Thailand, surrounded by dense tropical forest. The resort features a row of dark-roofed overwater bungalows connected by a walkway, with yellow kayaks docked alongside. In the foreground, a separate floating platform holds a turquoise swimming pool adjacent to a standalone villa. The overcast sky and lush green hillside are reflected in the still water.

A person wearing a life jacket kayaks in a yellow "500 Rai" branded kayak on a calm lake, likely Cheow Lan Lake in Thailand. The dramatic backdrop features lush jungle-covered limestone karst mountains partially shrouded in low clouds. Submerged dead tree trunks are visible near the water's surface in the foreground.

A traditional Thai meal spread served on a banana leaf-lined white tray, featuring multiple dishes: a bowl of fried fish, a yellow curry with eggplant and red chilies, a clear soup with chicken and tomatoes, a stir-fried greens dish, and a small dipping sauce with chilies and peppercorns. Fresh accompaniments include sliced cucumber, pineapple, and lettuce leaves, along with a small dish of seasoned salt. The meal represents a typical multi-dish Thai dining experience from the 500 Rai Floating Resort Hotel.

A woman in a swimsuit and visor sits in a yellow "Feelfree" kayak on calm water at sunset, holding a paddle. She gazes toward a dramatic landscape of silhouetted karst mountains and lush greenery on the horizon, with golden sunlight reflecting off the still water — taken at the 500 Rai Floating Resort in Thailand.

A woman sits barefoot on a wooden deck of the 500 Rai Floating Resort, gazing at a breathtaking sunrise over a calm lake. The still water perfectly mirrors the dramatic sky with golden light breaking through clouds. Misty limestone karst mountains and lush tropical trees form the backdrop, while colorful kayaks and a traditional Thai-style pavilion are visible to the left. The scene captures the serene, remote atmosphere of this floating resort, likely located on Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok National Park, Thailand.

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