SUKHOTHAI

Old Capital, New Face

The old capital of Siam and timeless architectural treasure, Sukhothai, has long had a dearth of luxury accommodation. With the recent arrival of the Sukhothai Heritage Resort (999 Moo 2, Klongkrajong, Sawankaloke, Sukhothai, 055-647-564/-74, www. sukhothaiheritage.com), a “boutique” option is now available, with a Thai traditional theme and a very Buddhist influence. Don’t worry, you still get free wifi and the usual modern facilities. The spacious resort amid organic rice fields and the low-rise structure is surrounded by gardens, lotus ponds and two swimming pools. It stands a few minutes from the airport and is close to tourist attractions like Sri Satchanalai Historical Park. Take advantage of its introductory special rates: B2,500 for a superior room with breakfast. Through Oct 31.

CHIANG MAI

D is for Discount

The boutique hotel belonging to the Dusit chain, D2 Hotel (100 Chang Klan Rd., Muang, Chiang Mai, 053-999-999, www.d2hotels.com), is inviting guests to try their Delightful studio suite with its special package. You get two night’s accommodation, round trip airport transfer, a bottle of red or white wine, breakfast, daily gift, free use of internet for 45 minutes per day and tea, coffee and soft drinks at the corporate lounge. It’s B15,999 per night for a single or double. Through Dec 22.

HUA HIN

Khmer Package

The Barai (911 Khao Takieb Rd., Hua Hin, 02-254-6200, 032-511-234. www.thebarai.com) is a Khmer-influenced boutique spa resort designed for true peacefulness of mind and body. Whether for a few hours or days, you can be pampered at their 4.5-acre beachfront property and its 18 treatment rooms, eight spa suites, yoga and meditation studios, pool, fitness center, manicure and pedicure salon and beachfront healthy restaurant. This month, to celebrate Valentine’s Day, they offer a Romance Package: a night in a spa suite, breakfast at the restaurant or in bed, all-day herbal tea, evening cocktails, herbal steam bath in your private steam room, free mini bar, snack and butler service. Bring your loved one, and he/she will get a bottle of wine and two t-shirts. Prices start from B26,000 per night—try hard to persuade your gig. Through Feb 28.

HONG KONG

No-Nonsense Comfort

The Fleming (41 Fleing Rd., Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 852-3607-2288, www.thefleming. com.hk) is a self-styled “chic boutique lifestyle hotel.” The 66-room property is located in Wan Chai, the center for business and entertainment. On Feb 14, the price is HK$1,588 (B6,301) for their Valentine’s Day. You get a night stay in an executive room, breakfast, welcome drink and late check-out at 3pm. The executive room comes with a kitchenette, fax, scanner and printer machine and even a yoga mat.

Make a Night of It

The Luxe Manor (39 Kimberley Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, 852-3763-8880, www.theluxemanor.com) is a piece of art inspired by surrealists that offers something truly different from other hotels. Their Exclusive Themed Suite Package includes a night in their newest and unique “Liaison” suite and a dinner by Chef Roland Shuller with Champagne and a gift for two. Exclusivity is yours for HK$8,888 (B35,279).

PATTAYA

Champagne for Two

Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa (218 Moo 10, Beach Rd., Pattaya, 02-477-0755, 038-412-120, www.marriott.com) is offering its own romantic package at B7,900 a night with a bottle of Moet and Chadon Champagne thrown in, through Mar 31. The hotel is also preparing for Valentine’s Day by offering different styles of romantic dinners at their food outlets. For example, a Japanese dinner at Behihana is B2,100, including a chocolate box but excluding drinks, while a three-course wine dinner at Elephant Bar is B2,490.