About Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas
Set along the pristine shores of Phang Nga Bay, Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas is a secluded island sanctuary where natural beauty meets refined luxury. Just a scenic 35-minute boat ride from Phuket, the resort offers a peaceful escape surrounded by emerald waters, limestone karsts and lush tropical landscapes. Designed to blend harmoniously with its natural surroundings, this tranquil retreat invites guests to slow down, reconnect with nature and experience the authentic charm of southern Thailand.
The resort features 148 spacious suites, penthouses and beachfront pool villas, thoughtfully designed to offer comfort, privacy and spectacular views. Suites are set within low-rise buildings that integrate seamlessly into the landscape, with floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies overlooking the sea, lagoon or tropical gardens. Families are well catered for with playful family suites featuring bunk beds and slides, while couples seeking indulgence can retreat to luxurious beachfront pool villas or sea-view penthouses complete with dedicated villa hosts.
Dining at Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas offers a vibrant culinary journey inspired by both local flavours and global cuisines. Pakarang Restaurant showcases authentic Thai cuisine alongside international dishes with live cooking stations, while Tomi Sushi Bar offers refined Japanese dining with fresh seafood and ocean views. The Beach Restaurant serves freshly caught seafood and premium grilled specialties in a relaxed beachfront setting, while poolside and lobby bars offer refreshing cocktails, light bites and sunset drinks overlooking the Andaman Sea.
Wellness is at the heart of the island experience at Anantara Spa, a tranquil sanctuary offering holistic treatments inspired by traditional Thai healing practices and natural ingredients. Guests can enjoy soothing massages, hydrotherapy experiences and rejuvenating hammam rituals, or unwind in the sauna, steam room and meditation spaces. The resort also features a modern fitness centre, yoga studio and family-friendly pools with slides and water activities.
Adventure and discovery await beyond the resort, with unforgettable experiences including island-hopping excursions to Hong Island, kayaking through hidden lagoons, snorkelling in crystal-clear waters and exploring local villages and rubber plantations. Guests can also enjoy cultural workshops, cycling tours, jungle trekking and private beach picnics that showcase the natural beauty of Koh Yao Yai.
With a kilometre of private beachfront overlooking the iconic limestone formations of Phang Nga Bay, Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas provides a spectacular setting for weddings and celebrations. Couples can exchange vows at sunset with the ocean as their backdrop, followed by elegant beachfront dinners and personalised celebrations designed by the resort’s dedicated events team. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery and warm Thai hospitality, every wedding becomes a truly unforgettable island celebration.
