Weekendin Singapore Jan '14 | Issue 10 | Page 32

intheSTAY Finding your way to the Centara Grand Modus Resort Pattaya might be mind-boggling – especially with the multitude of sois to maneuver through – but upon arriving at this brand new resort set on the sands of quiet Wong Amat Beach, all worries vanish instantly. Once you spot the Sanctuary of Truth – a tourist site – you know you are approaching the resort, which is just around the corner. Within the vicinity, there are other quaint accommodations and restaurants worth exploring as well. Set on its own beach in northern Pattaya, the resort is an exclusive destination for couples and families alike. The private beach provides a private setting for guests, and the calm sea is ideal for water sports. Features like both the rooms with direct pool access and family suites with special sleeping areas with children and self-catering facilities, strongly demonstrate how the resort is designed specially to meet the needs of couples and families. Family-friendly in concept, the resort offers a selection of rooms with intheSTAY the choice of a king bed or two double beds, for the comfort of families sharing the same room. There is also a choice of interconnecting rooms and the option of rooms with direct pool access. Designed in an elegant, lofty fashion, the suites and family residences offer all the comforts of home-from-home retreats with generous living space, a kitchenette and stunning ocean views. Deluxe Family Residences span over 104 square metres and include a separate children’s area equipped with bunk beds. The striking and eclectic décor used throughout the resort combines industrial chic with elements exuding old world charm, using vintage furnishings, antique art, and bold colours and concepts to create a dazzling and memorable visual environment that sets a new hospitality benchmark in the all-action city of Pattaya. Walking to the room, you realise that raw materials bedeck every nook and cranny of the hotel. The floors are made out of raw cement and piping is in full view, while the usage of textures like wood, metal and leather are predominant. Likewise, the 231 rooms and suites are defined traditional trattoria fare with wines to pair, or enjoy a wide selection of by the blend of industrial chic and old world elegance. dishes inspired by international and Asian cuisines and served from open kitchens. The beachside restaurant and bar, Breeze Beach Club, is perfect It was a delight as I found my way to the expansive balcony, where a to enjoy uncomplicated meals with a view during the day and becomes large cushioned seating avails for utmost relaxation. I was fortunate to a beach club that specialises in seafood in the evenings. Twilight is a sohave one facing the ocean and I enjoyed sipping a cup of tea there to phisticated rooftop restaurant and lounge celebrating modern bistro the gentle sounds of waves. fare and offering tapas and cocktails along with stunning ocean vistas. Ripples pool bar and Lobby Lounge complete the range of dining venIf you want to raise the comforts and privileges of the trip, opt to stay in ues on offer. designated rooms and suites to enjoy exclusive benefits including access to the Club Lounge where five meal presentations are served daily, Newly opened in December, the resort is as new as it can get. Guests private check-in and checkout, concierge service and two hours’ meeting can rest assured that Centara Grand Modus Resort is a destination with a room use per day. The Club Lounge spans magnificent vistas of the calm unique industrial concept that can rarely be found elsewhere. ocean that can be thoroughly enjoyed while having a meal or reading the newspaper. Centara Grand Modus Resort Pattaya 381 Naklua Soi 12, Pattaya 20150, Thailand | T +66 (0) 33 007 888 With the resort located right at the beachfront, it is the perfect beach F +66 (0) 33 007 887 | [email protected] destination. Soft sands lapped by calm waters and an extensive swimming pool with children’s pool and pool bar make the beachfront the perfect place to relax. There are two more swimming pools set steps away from the guestrooms and with ocean views. Water sport activities include sailing, catamaran, windsurfing and kayaking, and snorkel equipment is easily available on request. Should you want to seize th