Why you'll love it here
- An idyllic beachside retreat just 35 minutes boat ride from Phuket
- Relax at some of the most luxurious suites on Yao Yai Island
- Enjoy relaxing in the hydro pool and hammam at the resort
- Admire the picturesque views and the stunning sunsets of Thailand
- Great for couples, families and those with a wellness focus
Best For
- Honeymoon, Family, Kids (4-12), Teens (13+)
Ricky
Travel Specialist
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Full accommodation information
Hotel information
Located on its own private beach, this stunning island resort is perfect for honeymooners, a family retreat or a relaxing wellness trip.
Enveloped by the island’s lush jungle paradise and golden beaches, Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas is the perfect place to enjoy a heavenly escape. The resort sits on a beautifully unexplored island in the middle of Phang Nga Bay, where you can relax and take in the breath taking views of the limestone islets dotting the horizon in every direction.
Fully immerse yourself in the islands rhythms and take a bike ride through the coconut plantations or to the traditional fishing villages. Take a swim or snorkel in the pristine waters, and after with a cocktail in hand, watch the sun dip beneath the waves. This is one of the most picturesque spots to catch a beautiful sunrise too.
Make sure to step away to explore other islands. Phuket is just a 35-minute boat ride away, or a 20-minute boat ride to Krabi. If you prefer to stay on land, Lam Haed Beach, one of the best beaches in Thailand is a short drive away. Local excursions to other close-by islands are available so you can easily explore the beautiful Koh Hong and Bamboo Island.
The resort offers a variety of accommodation that will fit perfectly with your needs. Choose from spacious suites or villas with private pools. For families with children, there are family suites with bunkbeds, or go for a two-bedroom pool villa option. For those looking for more of a wellness focus, there are Wellness Pool Villas where you can practise yoga and meditation on your pool deck, work out with a personal trainer and indulge in a restorative Thai massage in the privacy of your wellness suite.
Room Options
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort offers some of the most luxurious suites among Koh Yao Yai hotels. They are unrivalled in spaciousness and comfort. Soak in the inspirational sea views from your private balcony or treat the kids to the adventure of a lifetime with family suites complete with bunk beds and slides.
Deluxe Sea View Suite
Sleeps: 2 Adults
Deluxe Sea View Suites are 90 sqm rooms perfect for maximising the stunning panorama. The room offers a slide-open door to a breezy balcony that overlooks the beautiful Andaman Sea. Enjoy a powerful rain shower and fragrant spa products while getting ready or winding down. Rooms sleep up to two people.Family Suite Pool Access
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Family Suite Pool Access are perfect for the family with a larger 91sqm in size for family fun. The room offers bunk beds and opens directly onto the resort’s family pool, close to the cool indoor bar where you can watch the children play through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows.Family Sea View Suite
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Family Sea View Suites cater to the whole family, with relaxing sea views for the parents and playtime for the kids. When the kids are settled, take a step out onto the balcony and enjoy a cocktail while you watch the moonlight dappling on the ocean.Lagoon Pool Villa
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 1 Child
The Lagoon Pool Villas offers an all-day relaxing experience with stunning views of the tropical gardens and the pool deck from the master bedroom. Plenty of space to spread out, the villas are an impressive 170sqm. Arrangements for carefree days in your private room will be taken care of by your butler.Beachfront Pool Villa
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 1 Child
Beachfront Pool Villas are 198sqm and open onto the pool deck, surrounded by lush gardens. Whether you choose to swim in the sea steps away from the villa, or swim in the pool, rinse off in your al fresco rain shower. Wind down and relax on your bed onlooking the views through the floor-to-ceiling glass doors.Sea View Pool Penthouse
Sleeps: 3 Adults , 1 Child
Sea View Penthouses are perched at the top of the main building, overlooking the sea stretching over the horizon. They have 366sqm of unrivalled space over two floors. The lower floor consists of a living and dining room, pantry, master bedroom and bathroom with his and hers rain showers. Upstairs is an infinity-edge pool with loungers and a daybed on the sundeck. Come nightfall, indulge in a candlelit dinner served by your butler.Activities & Entertainment
The island and resort are full of adventurous things to for couples and families alike. Surrounded by lush jungle gardens and quaint fishing villages, you lay back and admire the beauty of the island. On less carefree days, you can dive into adventurous activities both on land and golden beaches, or in the crystal-clear waters of the sea and pools.
The resort offers plenty of kids’ and teen’s clubs to keep them entertained while you spend your time focusing on your wellness journey relaxing at a spa or yoga classes. Use this getaway to spend family time splashing around in the family pool, and even hire a professional photographer to never forget those moments together. For adrenaline-pumping activities, there are sidecar adventures to explore the islands at a faster pace. Snorkel and dive to explore the deeper wonders of Thailand or set off on a romantic sunset cruise served with canapes and champagne.
The resort is close to other islands which makes everyday a perfect opportunity to island hop and tour the villages. Take to the beach to enjoy a day of beach games and water sports with your family.
Beach Bliss
The Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort unfolds over an impressive kilometre of golden beach, perfect for sinking your feet in the sand. For beach lovers, spend your days dipping your toes in the pristine waters of the shore, or even go for a snorkel to marvel at the tropical fish friends below. Watch the sun rise and set in one of the most picturesque spots of Thailand with an optional drink from the resorts’ extensive wines.
Relax and savour the rhythms of the beach waves and the golden sand, or you can jump into a game of volleyball or soccer. Enjoy the tranquillity of the waters while you use the water sports equipment and stand-up paddle across the placid waters, or drift along the mangroves in a kayak.
Honeymoons and Romance
The Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort offers spacious luxurious rooms, romantic beachfront seclusion and stunning views for honeymooners looking for their perfect holiday. Make your first getaway as newlyweds truly unforgettable at one of Thailand’s most lush islands.
Spend your days exploring the beauty of surrounding islands of Phang Nga Bay or look beneath the shining waters and swim with the fish as you snorkel together. Step away from the resort of take a romantic kayak trip along the mangrove canals or stay on land and enjoy an adrenaline-pumping ride in a vantage sidecar dashing through a rubber plantation.
The accommodation offers beautiful spacious rooms where you can sit on the balcony and relax watching the moon’s reflection dance on the ocean, or the colourful sunsets and sunrise through floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
Set the romantic mood and book a table at the Beach Restaurant to enjoy a romantic candle-lit dinner under a blanket of stars, letting the sound of the waves calm you before settling down into your fluffy king-sized or twin bed.
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- Time zone: +7 GMT
- Flight time: 11-15 hours
- Recommended airlines: Thai Airways, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways
- Currency: Thai baht
- Tipping guideline: Tipping is not customary in Thailand, but small tips for good service are appreciated.
- Health considerations: There is a risk of altitude illness when travelling to destinations of 2,500m or higher. There is a risk of dengue. There is a risk of Zika virus. There is a low risk of malaria in the rural, forested borders of Thailand with Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar. There is a very low risk of malaria in the remaining areas of Thailand. There is no risk of yellow fever in Thailand, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
- Capital: Bangkok
- Population: 71,650,197
- National languages: Thai, English
- Electricity and plugs: Type A, B, C, F, & O, 220 V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage with several mobile service providers available.
- UK passport visa requirements: You don't need a visa for Thailand if you have a British passport - for a maximum of 30 days
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Price is per person, based on adults sharing a double room for nights , including economy flights and transfers. Price includes relevant offers and is subject to availability.
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