Situated on a serene, unspoiled island within Thailand’s Phang Nga Bay, Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas has joined Anantara’s collection of global hotels and resorts. Nestled on the pristine Koh Yao Yai, this resort offers a natural haven for both couples and families to relax, connect, and enjoy the untouched beauty of the surroundings. The island boasts untouched beaches, lush jungles, captivating sunsets, and abundant marine life.
Previously a coconut palm plantation, this 27-acre property lies between a wooded hill and a turquoise bay adorned with jungle-covered limestone islets, providing a haven for numerous bird species. Stretching along a mile of golden coastline, the new luxury resort epitomizes tranquility, spaciousness, and opulence, conveniently accessible by a 45-minute boat ride from Phuket or 20 minutes from Krabi. Upon arrival at the resort’s private jetty, guests immediately immerse themselves in an atmosphere of exclusivity and luxury. A vast green lawn, shaded swimming pool, and golden beach create an oasis of safety and privacy.
Anantara Koh Yao Yai features 148 suites, villas, and penthouses, exuding classic design with a touch of Thai heritage for added local charm. Couples can revel in the seclusion of one- and two-bedroom villas nestled along the shoreline, complete with private butler services, complimentary bicycles, and direct beach access. The Two-Bedroom Beachfront Pool Villa, spanning 3,229 square feet, includes a central living area, kitchen, dining room, two ensuite bedrooms, and a pool terrace with an outdoor rain shower. All beachfront villas incorporate eco-friendly grass roofing, blending seamlessly into the natural landscape without obstructing panoramic views of the beach for other guests.
Families will appreciate the spacious Family Pool Access Suites, adorned with handsome beechwood furniture, bunk beds, and terraces that open directly onto the resort’s family pool, where sunbeds and all-day fun await. The Family Sea View Suites cater to both adults and kids, featuring separate areas with bunk beds, an in-room slide, and hidden play spaces. Adults can enjoy private moments on the expansive balcony under the stars and relish ocean views and sunset cocktails in the 969 square foot Deluxe Sea View Suite, boasting a spacious living area and private balcony.
The resort’s eight butler-attended Sea View Pool Penthouses are luxurious retreats spanning 3,617 square feet, offering panoramic views of the glittering Andaman Sea and outdoor living spaces. These penthouses include living and dining areas, kitchens, master bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms featuring skylight-lit rain showers, dressing rooms, infinity-edge pools, sundecks with daybeds, and covered cabanas for alfresco dining. One of these penthouses even features a unique glass-bottom infinity pool visible from the living space below.
Tucked away from the main resort, the Wellness Lagoon Pool Villas offer seclusion amid tranquil landscaping with lagoon views. Guests can embark on a wellness journey, featuring yoga and meditation on a private pool deck, workouts with personal trainers, and private in-villa spa and wellness areas, promising rejuvenation, vitality, and self-discovery.
The resort provides diverse dining options, showcasing a wide range of cuisines. The signature Beach Restaurant offers an array of culinary delights, including the freshest seafood, dry-aged steaks, and specialty sushi, within an elegant open-air dining space steps from the beach. Pakarang offers contemporary Thai dishes, international breakfast favorites, and light bites, with organic, lactose- and gluten-free options available across all restaurants. Anantara Koh Yao Yai’s Japanese Restaurant serves traditional and modern Japanese delicacies with panoramic ocean views. Additionally, the resort features swim-up Pool Bars, Family Bars, and Beach Bars catering to various preferences, from milkshakes and sundaes to sundowners.
For special occasions, guests can create bespoke experiences with Anantara’s private dining concept, Dining by Design, offering gourmet picnics on island sandbanks, romantic dinner cruises, and champagne celebrations in complete privacy.
Koh Yao Yai remains wonderfully undeveloped and devoid of mass tourism, providing enriching experiences for food enthusiasts, nature lovers, yoga enthusiasts, and marine enthusiasts. Guests can choose from a range of inspirational excursions and immersive experiences, such as vintage sidecar tours, batik-making, tie-dye classes, island-hopping, mountain climbing, and scuba diving. Onsite activities include stand-up yoga, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), mountain biking, nature walks, and more.
To ensure parents have the opportunity to relax, Anantara Koh Yao Yai offers a Kids’ Club, one of Thailand’s largest, with a bubble pool, waterslide, vacuum fountain ball shower, dance studio, dedicated nap room, and supervised activities such as recycling projects, mangrove seedling planting, cooking classes, and nature walks. A dedicated toddler zone provides professional childcare, while teens have their own building and a restaurant serving their favorite food and drinks.
During the day, the family pool offers waterslides, splashing, and a smoothie bar, transforming into an outdoor cinema at sunset. Other family-friendly activities include s’mores-roasting on the beach, hiking and biking trips, Thai dance classes, mani-pedis at the Anantara Spa, and treasure hunts for both kids and families to enjoy together.
The serene setting of Anantara Koh Yao Yai is perfect for healing and relaxation journeys. Anantara Spa offers an extensive spa menu with massages, ancient wellness practices, detoxifying, balancing, and energizing treatments, as well as hydropools and hammams. Kids and teens can indulge in gentle massages, coconut hair treatments, fruity scrubs, facials, and bubble bath pamper parties.
The resort features a free-form swimming pool for laps and a state-of-the-art fitness center equipped with the latest strength-building and cardio equipment. Guests can also practice yoga and meditate at the beach pavilion during scheduled sunrise hatha sessions.
Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas places a strong emphasis on environmental preservation and nurturing the island’s natural beauty. The resort’s commitment to sustainability is evident, from the diverse flora in the Southern region’s ecosystem to the pristine sandy beaches. The presence of ghost crabs and a stunning sandbank enhances the walking experience and serves as an educational resource for children.