Visitors can rest assured that Pimalai operates a zero food waste policy , with excess organic food being used to fertilize the resort ’ s gardens – part of a series of “ reuse , reduce and recycle ” programmes . Under the “ Little Scientist House ” programme , which was founded by Thailand ’ s Princess Sirindhorn , students from local schools are invited
to learn scientific skills , and Pimalai also offers three- to six-month internships for Thai students , with the option of future employment . This community commitment is part of Pimalai ’ s “ Our People = Our Family ” philosophy , which has underpinned the resort ’ s operations ever since its foundation .
It is little wonder that Pimalai forms part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World ’ s ( SLH ) Considerate Collection , an exclusive portfolio of socially responsible and environmentally conscious five-star hotels .
“ When our founder , Khun Anurat Tiyaphorn , discovered this enchanting plot of land in the 1990s , he immediately fell in love . Chinese feng shui philosophy says that ‘ a house leaning against the mountains and facing waters can bring good luck for people living in it ,’ so Pimalai was born with the aim of preserving nature and creating benefits for the local people . We are proud to share that vision with our international clientele , who need to know that they are making a difference . At Pimalai , every guest can rest assured that they are having a positive impact on the environment and the community , while also enjoying a luxurious vacation in paradise ,” said Brice Borin , Pimalai ’ s General Manager .
Pimalai ’ s shimmering infinity pools appear suspended in the forest canopy and overlook the Andaman Sea
Pimalai was named as the second-best resort in Southeast Asia in Travel + Leisure ’ s annual “ World ’ s Best Awards ”, which honour the finest travel experiences on the planet .
For more information and reservations , please email reservation @ pimalai . com , call + 66 ( 0 ) 2 320 5500 or visit pimalai . com .
THE ART OF LUXURY Issue 60 2023