Thailand’s islands are known for beautiful beaches, warm seas, and tropical scenery, but at Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas, there is a chance to experience something a little different.
Just 35 minutes by boat from Phuket, Koh Yao Yai feels worlds away from the pace of Thailand’s better-known resorts. Rubber plantations, quiet shores, and local villages shape the landscape, while days can be spent discovering the island, heading out across Phang Nga Bay, or simply enjoying the space to slow down. For couples, families, and anyone looking for a Thai island escape, Anantara Koh Yao Yai brings together beautiful surroundings, spacious accommodation, and experiences that make the destination as memorable as the resort itself.
Arrive by sea and leave the rush behind
A boat journey across Phang Nga Bay takes you from Phuket towards Koh Yao Yai, where the atmosphere is noticeably slower. Rather than arriving in the middle of a busy resort town, you are stepping onto an island where village life, farming traditions, and stretches of coastline still form part of the everyday landscape. That feeling of being away from it all continues at Anantara Koh Yao Yai, where you have the freedom to spend the day doing very little (a treatment at the Anantara Spa is the perfect way to unwind after a long travel day) or you can head out and discover more of the island around you.
See Koh Yao Yai from a different perspective
One of the best ways to understand an island is to leave the resort for a while. Guests can explore Koh Yao Yai by sidecar, travelling through local villages and seeing more of daily island life along the way. It is a completely different experience from simply travelling between hotel and beach, and a lovely way to get a better feel for the destination. There are plenty of reasons to head onto the water too. A morning trip to Hong Island brings dramatic limestone scenery, clear waters, and the chance to experience another side of Phang Nga Bay before returning to the resort for a slower afternoon.
A family holiday with plenty of room to play
Anantara Koh Yao Yai works particularly well for families, with plenty of activities to keep younger guests entertained. The Kids’ Club gives children their own space to play and explore, while the family pool can keep children of all ages happy thanks to four waterslides. Junior Explorers experiences also draw inspiration from the island’s natural surroundings, giving younger guests more ways to engage with the destination. Accommodation has been designed with space in mind too, with suites, pool villas, and penthouses offering options for couples, families, and larger groups.
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