Atta Lakeside Resort

The people behind Kirimaya Golf Resort & Spa (complete with stunning Jack Nicklaus-designed 18-hole championship golf course) just unveiled a sister resort.

Perched by a lake, in the foothills of Khao Yai National Park, Atta Lakeside Resort (www.kirimaya.com/resorts/atta) is home to 243 rooms spread across nine low-rise buildings.

It flaunts a modern-style decor, dressed in soft brown hues to compliment the leafy surroundings, while floor-to-ceiling windows showcase the real highlight: the unbeatable views.

Rates start at B15,500 per night for a one-bedroom suite. Splurge on the rooftop penthouses (B33,000 per night) for panoramic views of the national park from your private infinity pool.

The mountain scenery from the swimming pool and open-air restaurant are also not to be missed.

Yellow Submarine Coffee

Step aside, Amazon Coffee. Here's a new stop for your next trip to Khao Yai. Yellow Submarine Coffee Tank is a project by Secondfloor Architects, who have designed the property in a way that integrates it with the natural surroundings to provide visitors a relaxing, peaceful caffeine fix amid the leafy trees near the entrance of Khao Yai National Park.

Although just launched last week, the industrial-chic, semi-open air coffee tank is already a hit with locals and visitors, thanks to its insta-friendly design and yummy drinks and dessert offerings, which include over 10 types of cold press juices plus a seasonal menu.

It's only open three days a week though (Fri-Sun, from 9am-11pm), so plan wisely. 

Birder's Lodge

Khao Yai's newly opened Birder's Lodge (282 Moo 10, Mhoo Sri, Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima) is a quaint new resort that features only five European-style wooden cottages spread across lush, flora-filled grounds.

Each cottage comes in a homely modern-meets-rustic style, fully equipped with a kitchen and utilities. Prices range from B3,000-B4,500 per night. During the current promotional period, guests also receive a free barbecue set for a private grill dinner right outside your cottage. There are also bikes available for you to take in all that fresh air.