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InterContinental Khao Yai Resort
Khao Yai, Thailand · InterContinental · High Luxury
Designer Bill Bensley converted more than a dozen decommissioned Thai train carriages, scavenged from scrapyards and half-swallowed by tree roots, into guest suites and villas for this 2022 resort on the edge of Khao Yai National Park. Bensley built the entire property around a fictional train conductor's life story, right down to turndown cards recounting his travels and snacks from his childhood at checkout.
- 109 rooms
- Opened 2022
- Rooms from 366 sq ft (34 m²)
- Architect: Bill Bensley
- Interiors: Bill Bensley
About InterContinental Khao Yai Resort
- Bill Bensley converted decommissioned Thai train carriages, some half-swallowed by tree roots, into suites themed to cities across Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam.
- A roughly 70-metre crane flew the heaviest carriages onto the hilly slopes in a single day.
- The design follows a fictional station master named Somsak; his childhood diner inspired one of the restaurants.
- Michelin One Key in 2025; Prix Versailles named it a 2023 continental hotels winner for South Asia and the Pacific.
- Entry-level rooms start at 366 sq ft (34 m²).
Restaurants and bars
- Somying's Kitchen — Restaurant · Locally sourced regional ingredients
- Poirot — Restaurant · Refined European cuisine
- Papillon Bar — Bar
- Tea Carriage — Restaurant
- Terminus Bar — Bar
Experiences
- Planet Trekkers — Full programmes of activities, tailored services and group dining developed specifically for families, supporting children's growth, curiosity and creativity.
- Paws & Pillows pet-friendly retreat — Pet-friendly rooms with pet amenities; up to two pets (cats or dogs) per room, combined weight not exceeding 35 kilograms.
- Back on Track: Spa — All-natural organic spa experience in an upcycled heritage railcar suite, using Siam Botanicals products.
- Welcome to Khao Yai Tour — A short introduction to Khao Yai and Pak Chong built around landscape, culture, tradition and wildlife.
- Botanical Garden — Educational and recreational tour for kids about the benefits of nature and the history of the landscape, 30-45 minutes.
- Botanical Tour — 30-45 minute tour from the shores of Swan Lake to feeding Koi fish, learning about swans, hornbills, white squirrels and other wildlife.
Amenities
- Spa
- Pool
- Fitness center
- Kids' club
- Pet-friendly
- EV charging
Awards
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
- Prix Versailles (Hotels) — Continental Winner (South Asia & the Pacific) (2023)
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