The Pool at Tamarind Village

"Set back from Rajadamnoen Road, a major east-west artery, and entered through a virtual tunnel of bamboo, the hotel draws a predominately European crowd, including families, attracted by its central location, swimming pool, spa, and sylvan setting around a 200-year-old tamarind tree"

"Tamarind Village seems to have your afternoons and evenings covered, with the serene spa that uses herbal treatments drawn from Lanna Thai traditions and the Ruen Tamarind restaurant, located on the romantic pool terrace"

"Walkways covered by tiled pavilions lead to secluded and beautiful spaces, and tall mature trees cast gentle shade around the huge pool and gardens"

"Good-sized pool, attractive spa and excellent restaurant too"

"There's the pool, of course, tiled a rich blue and flanked by whitewashed exterior corridors"

"While there is no fitness center and the swimming pool is small, there is a pampering spa with beautiful decor, and the cozy poolside restaurant serves up northern Thai cuisine"

"Facilities in the hotel include The Village Spa, a swimming pool and the Tamarind Boutique, which sells up-market souvenirs, clothes and antiques from north of Thailand"