The Kho Lak area for those who wish to switch off, no shopping near by. Better to book the all inclusive from food to drinks. The nearest town centre at least 20 minutes drive. The Le Meridien is a good standard hotel, different layout with only 3 floors plus ground. NO activities whatever apart from massage, pool and beach. It’s basically for older people or families as it could get boring at times. Early sleeping. Very quiet. The service at the hotel is EXCELLENT with topical Thailand welcoming. The Front Office, the restaurant staff, housekeeper are of an excellent caliber. The grill restaurant overlooking the beach is absolutely fantastic. The breakfast is OK but no fresh juices, seasonal fruits missing and you could tell the age of the place particularly the ceiling. The ventilation in the coffee shop is not great. The place could do with facelift. What makes the place comfortable basically the staff. The rooms are comfortable, however the pillows are comfortable to soft. The single beds could be a bigger size. The bathroom is very comfortable.