Khao Sok Riverside Cottages

Riverside Cottages sits on the river at the edge of Khao Sok National Park, close to the park headquarters but far enough from town to stay quiet. The rooms are traditional Thai-style wooden cottages, built with private decks that look out over the jungle and, for some rooms, the river itself. Options range from cozy cottages for two up to family cottages for four, with fans, mosquito nets, and Wi-Fi throughout.

This is a family-owned operation, and the staff handle everything from airport pickups to tour bookings. It's less than three hours by road from Phuket, Krabi, or Koh Samui, and the property offers a free pickup from the local bus stop, with a private car option available too.

Days here are built around the park: half-day hikes into the rainforest, a swim in the river back at the cottages, canoe trips, elephant bathing, and tubing. Cheow Lan Lake, with its limestone cliffs and longtail boat tours, is a popular add-on, either as a day trip or an overnight stay on the floating bungalows. The kitchen serves a mix of Thai classics and Western dishes, useful after a long day of trekking.

Booking can be done directly through the website, either by choosing a room or selecting one of the pre-built tour packages, which the resort suggests for the best overall price. The property is open daily from early morning to late evening, and the English-speaking staff manage inquiries by phone or email.