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Forget five stars—boutique staycations are the new thing

Three cozy, quirky hotels in town are offering cool new (and cheaper) staycation packages.

Forget five stars—boutique staycations are the new thing
30 July, 2014 Bangkok time

Craving for a quirkier, more offbeat staycation? Try a boutique hotel instead for a cozier (and usually more wallet-friendly) experience. Here are some new staycation packages that caught our eye:

For lovebirds

With New Majestic Hotel's "Lovelicious Summer" package, there are the usual romantic perks like heart-shaped chocolates, a bottle of wine, rose petals and more. The package is priced from $329 upwards; reserve via www.newmajestichotel.com

For outdoorsy types

Book a stay with Wanderlust Hotel and get mouthwatering goodies from Cocotte—niçoise salad, poulet roti sandwiches, cherry chocolate cake, two bottles of water and a mat, all packed into a cute little wicker picnic basket. You'll also be given a recommended picnic spots guide, so you can go traipsing all around the island. Prices start from $249 upwards; valid only for stays from Fri-Sun. Visit www.wanderlusthotel.com for more info. 

For health freaks

If you go for Oasia Hotel's Wellness package, you'll not only get a buffet breakfast, evening cocktails and club lounge access, but also a spa session (an aromatic oil full body massage, plus either a mani/pedi, body exfoliation or a hydrating facial) and an optional, healthy food spread delivered straight to your room after the session. The package costs $428 upwards; learn more at www.oasiahotel.com