Where to Stay on Islands near Phuket?
Hotels on islands near Phuket offer something the main island can’t anymore: quiet. Phuket has grown fast over the past 20 years, and the south of the island now has traffic, construction, and crowds that didn’t exist before. If you’ve been to Phuket a few times and want a different experience, staying on a smaller island nearby makes sense.
The islands covered here range from 3 km offshore (Naka Island, Coconut Island) to about 45 km away (Phi Phi). Some are easy day trips from Phuket, others require planning. Prices vary widely, from around 5,000 Baht per night to over 30,000 Baht for top-end villas. The trade-off: you’ll be far from Phuket’s restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. These hotels work best for people who want to stay put and relax, not explore. Here is a list of popular hotels on islands near Phuket.
The Racha
| Location: Racha Island |
The Racha is a 5-star resort on Koh Racha Yai, a small island south of Phuket. The beach here is one of the best in the region, white sand and clear blue water that looks nothing like Patong or Kata. The resort has villas spread across a large garden, some with private pools.
Three restaurants on site. Spa is good. Snorkelling and kayaking are available directly from the beach.One thing to know: day-trippers from Phuket arrive by speedboat and use the beach until late afternoon. After 4 or 5 pm, it empties out and feels private again. If that would bother you, this might not be the right choice. Read more
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| The Beach | The beach is fantastic, superb blue water and powedery sand. |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort with private villas, some with pools. |
| The Facilities | 1 swimming pool, 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Fitness and great spa. |
| What's Around? | A few seaside bar and restaurants only but very relaxing. Because Koh Racha is an island, don't expect to go around Phuket Island: you would have to book a daytrip for the Big Buddha and Old Streets of Phuket Town. |
| Who is it for? | Travellers who want an island experience away from the bustle of Phuket. |
| Worth Noticing | The beach can be busy with daytrippers during the day, but it will be all yours after 4 or 5 pm! |
| Price | High because of popularity. Book early in high season (December to April) |
Location: Koh Racha Yai
Address: Batok Bay, Koh Racha Yai, 44, Rawai, Mueang Phuket District, 83100
Phone: 076 355 018
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pool: 2
Restaurants and bars: 4
Distance to the closest beach: Beachfront
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Six Sense Yao Noi
| Location: Koh Yao Noi Island |
Six Senses Yao Noi is on Koh Yao Noi, a green island between Phuket and Krabi. The main draw here isn’t the beach, which is small, but the views. The resort looks out at the limestone cliffs of Phang Nga Bay, the same formations you see on James Bond Island tours.
Villas are large, and most have private pools. The hilltop restaurant has panoramic views of the bay. Spa is one of the better ones in the region. Koh Yao Noi itself is quiet. A few local restaurants, not much else. The island doesn’t have the white sand beaches Phuket is known for, so don’t come expecting that. What it does have is a slower pace and scenery you won’t find elsewhere. Read more
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| The Island | Lovely green island, 30 km northeast of Phuket (20 mi) |
| The Beach | Beautiful small private beach: Direct access from the hotel |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort with private villas, most with pools. |
| The Facilities | 2 restaurant and 2 bars by the beach. Excellent spa and good fitness room. 1 swimming pool. |
| What's Around | Not much nearby but there are a few excellent local restaurants on the island. |
| Who is it for? | Great for travellers who want to escape to a real Thai island less affected by tourism. |
| Worth Noticing | The island doesn't have many white beaches but offers a rare Thai charm and is near the amazing cliffs of Phang Nag Bay |
| Price | Expensive and often fully booked, so book early. |
Location: Koh Yao Noi
Address: 56 Ko Yao Noi, Ko Yao District, Phang-nga 82160
Phone: 076 418 500
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pool: 1 plus 1 in each villa
Restaurants and bars: 4
Distance to the closest beach: Small Private Beach
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SAii Phi Phi Island Village
| Location: North Phi Phi Island |
SAii Phi Phi Island Village is on the quieter north side of Phi Phi, away from the backpacker bars and noise of Tonsai. The beach is long, and the water is good for swimming. 201 rooms total, mix of bungalows, villas, and suites.
Six places to eat on site. Diving and snorkelling are easy to arrange. The pool is decent-sized. Spa available.
The trade-off with Phi Phi is the journey. Getting there takes about 90 minutes by speedboat or 2 hours by ferry. Once you’re there, you’re committed for a few days. The north end of the island stays calmer than the party zone, but you’ll still hear bass from the beach bars if the wind is right.
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| Location | Phi Phi Islands (Loh Ba Gao Bay, Ko Phi Phi Don) |
| Beach | Private 800m white sand beach on secluded Loh Ba Gao Bay. Excellent snorkelling offshore. Note tidal conditions affect swimming at low tide. |
| Hotel | Five-star resort with 201 Thai-style bungalows and villas across 70 acres of coconut plantation. Hillside pool villas available with private pools and bay views. |
| Facilities | Five restaurants, four bars, SAii Spa, two pools with waterslide, 5-star PADI dive centre, fitness room, tennis courts, Marine Discovery Centre. |
| What’s Around | Small local village adjacent with restaurants. Resort located 2.5km from Tonsai Pier. Maya Bay and Monkey Beach accessible by boat tours. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, honeymooners, families wanting secluded beach resort. Not for those wanting nightlife, easy mainland access or avoiding boat transfers. |
| Worth Noticing | Accessible only by boat. Mandatory transfer fee approximately 2,120 THB per person each way. Some rooms dated. High prices compared to value. |
| Price | Luxury |
Location: Phi Phi Island
Address: 49 Moo 8, Ao Nang, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi 81000
Phone: 075 628 900
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pool: 2
Restaurants and bars: 6
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach
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The Naka Island
| Location: Naka Island |
The Naka Island is on a small island just off Phuket’s east coast. Transfer from the mainland takes about 10 minutes by boat. The beach is decent, the water calm. Villas have private pools and sea views.
Two restaurants, two pools. The island is small, mostly just the resort and coconut trees. Nothing else to do except stay at the hotel, which is either the point or a problem depending on what you want. Closer to Phuket than most island hotels on this list, so you could theoretically do a day trip back to the mainland. But most guests don’t. Read more
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| Location | Naka Yai Island (off east coast of Phuket) |
| Beach | Private ivory sand beach. Only property on island. Direct beachfront access with views of Phang Nga Bay limestone cliffs. |
| Hotel | Five-star Luxury Collection resort with over 70 pool villas. Thai-style design with polished floors, private pools. Hillside and beachfront villas available. |
| Facilities | Three restaurants including My Grill and Tonsai, Spa Naka, Z Bar, infinity pool, fitness centre, tennis courts, yoga. |
| What’s Around | Private island with no external shops or restaurants. Ao Po Grand Marina 10-minute speedboat ride. 25 minutes by car from airport to marina. |
| Who is it for? | Honeymooners, couples wanting exclusive privacy. Not for those wanting nightlife, easy mainland access or avoiding mandatory boat transfers. |
| Worth Noticing | Accessible only by speedboat. Free round-trip transfers included. Complete isolation means total reliance on resort facilities. Very high prices. |
| Price | Ultra-luxury |
Location: Naka Island
Address: 32 Moo 5 Tambol Paklok, Amphur Thalang, Naka Yai Island, Pa Klok, Phuket, 83110
Phone: 076 371 400
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pool: 2
Restaurants and bars: 2
Distance to the closest beach: private beach
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Cape Kudu
| Location: Koh Yao Noi Island |
Cape Kudu is a boutique hotel on Koh Yao Noi, smaller than Six Senses but well-regarded. 56 rooms total, plus pool villas. The Baan Yu Yen Villa is their flagship, often booked months ahead.
The beach is across a quiet road from the hotel, not directly on the sand. Two restaurants, a small fitness room. Views of Phang Nga Bay from many rooms. Like Six Senses, this hotel works for people who want the Koh Yao Noi atmosphere without needing a big beach. The island itself is the attraction, not the resort facilities. Read more
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| The Island | Koh Yao Noi is a green island, 30 km northeast of Phuket (20 mi) |
| The Beach | Small beach across a quiet road from the hotel |
| The Hotel | 5-star resort with 56 rooms and private pool villas. Baan Yu Yen Villa is amazing. |
| The Facilities | 2 restaurants and 1 bar. Small fitness room. 1 swimming pool. |
| What's Around | Not much nearby but there are a few excellent local restaurants on the island. |
| Who is it for? | Great for travellers who want to escape to a real Thai island less affected by tourism. |
| Worth Noticing | The island doesn't have many white beaches but offers a rare Thai charm and is near the amazing cliffs of Phang Nga Bay |
| Price | Reasonably priced, but their famous Baan Yu Yen Villa is often booked, so book early. |
Location: Koh Yao Noi
Address: Tambon Ko Yao Noi, Chang Wat, Phang Nga
Phone: 076 592 600
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pool: 2 and 1 in each villa
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the closest beach: Small beach across a quiet road from the hotel
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Koyao Island Resort
| Location: Koh Yao Noi Island |
Koyao Island Resort has villas with thatched roofs spread across a coconut grove. The design is open-air, with large sitting areas that look out at the garden and sea. Directly on the beach.
The open concept means limited privacy. Walls don’t fully enclose the living spaces. Some guests love this, others find it uncomfortable. Worth checking photos carefully before booking. Five restaurants and bars. One pool. The beach is usable, but not the main reason to stay here. It’s more about the villa experience. Read more
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| Location | Koh Yao Noi Island (Phang Nga Bay) |
| Beach | Quiet private beach with spectacular Phang Nga Bay limestone karst views. Seconds from beachfront villas. Soft sand with hammocks. |
| Hotel | Boutique resort with 25 rooms. Fifteen beach villas and ten hillside tented villas with private pools. Rustic-chic design with palm leaf roofs. |
| Facilities | Pum Pui Restaurant, infinity pool, Koyao Spa, library, activity centre. Free kayaks, bicycles, yoga, snorkelling gear. Complimentary boat and car transfers. |
| What’s Around | Small beachside restaurants short stroll away. Fishing community and rice fields. 30-minute speedboat from Bang Rong Pier. Very limited development. |
| Who is it for? | Couples, honeymooners wanting peaceful escape. Not for those wanting nightlife, extensive facilities or easy access to Phuket attractions. |
| Worth Noticing | Remote island location requires boat transfers. Limited dining options outside resort. Perfect for digital detox. Weather-dependent boat schedules. |
| Price | Upscale |
Location: Koh Yao Noi
Address: 24/2 Moo 5, Tambon Koh Yao, Ko Yao Noi, Ko Yao District, Phang-nga 82160
Phone: 065 640 0064
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pool: 1
Restaurants and bars: 5
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach
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9 Hornbills Tented Camp
| Location: Koh Yao Noi Island |
9 Hornbills is a glamping resort on a hillside overlooking Phang Nga Bay. The “tents” are large, permanent structures with proper beds, bathrooms, and private pools. Not camping in any real sense.
Each tent has multiple seating areas, an outdoor shower, and a bathtub with ocean views. Breakfast and meals can be served on your private terrace. The views of the limestone cliffs are the main selling point. No beach access. This is a hillside property. If you want to swim in the sea, you’ll need to arrange transport to a beach elsewhere on the island. Read more
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| Location | Koh Yao Noi Island (Phang Nga Bay) |
| Beach | Access to Koyao Island Resort private beach via buggy. Panoramic hilltop views over Phang Nga Bay. No direct beach access from tents. |
| Hotel | Adults-only glamping with ten luxury safari-style tented villas. Each 108sqm with private infinity pool, outdoor terrace. 600sqm private garden per tent. |
| Facilities | Private pools, butler service, spa treatments. Access to Koyao Resort facilities including restaurant, beach, main pool. 24-hour buggy service. |
| What’s Around | Sister property Koyao Island Resort nearby. Small local restaurants within reach. Hong Island boat trips available. Very limited island development. |
| Who is it for? | Honeymooners, couples wanting romantic seclusion. Not for families with children, those wanting beachfront location or avoiding boat transfers. |
| Worth Noticing | Construction activity reported nearby disrupting peace. Steep hillside location. Very expensive. Adults-only policy strictly enforced. Boat transfer required. |
| Price | Luxury |
Location: Koh Yao Noi
Address: 54/9, Moo 5, Ko Yao Noi, Ko Yao District, Phang-nga 82160
Phone: 065 640 0064
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pool: 1
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the closest beach: private beach
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Barcelo Coconut Island
| Location: Coconut Island |
Barcelo Coconut Island (formerly The Village Coconut Island) is on Koh Maphrao, a tiny island just off Phuket’s east coast. The transfer is short, about 5 minutes by boat from the pier.
Pool villas with direct beach access. Two pools, three restaurants. The island has coconut palms and not much else. A few other small resorts, no town, no shops. Good option if you want an island feel without committing to a long boat journey. Close enough to Phuket that you could go back for dinner if you wanted, though most guests don’t bother. Read more about Barcello Coconut Island.
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| Location | Coconut Island (Koh Maphrao, off east coast of Phuket) |
| Beach | Private beachfront overlooking Phang Nga Bay. Good swimming and watersports. Five-minute boat ride from Phuket mainland. |
| Hotel | Five-star all-inclusive resort with 266 rooms. 119 private pool villas and 147 suites. Set across 75 rai of tropical gardens. |
| Facilities | Five restaurants, five bars, Kahtor Spa, three pools with waterslides, kids club, gym. All-inclusive package available. Non-motorised watersports. |
| What’s Around | Small island village adjacent. Free 24-hour water taxi to mainland Laem Hin Pier. Phuket Town 30 minutes from pier. Limited off-resort dining. |
| Who is it for? | Families, couples wanting all-inclusive island experience. Not for those wanting Patong nightlife, avoiding wildlife or needing extensive mainland access. |
| Worth Noticing | Island wildlife present including unusual creatures. Some AC and maintenance issues reported. All-inclusive value depends on dining preferences. No alcohol in some packages. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Location: Koh Maphrao
Address: 51/7 Moo 6 Kohkaew, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 352 148
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pool: 2
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach
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Island Escape by Burasari
| Location: Coconut Island |
Island Escape by Burasari is another option on Coconut Island, smaller than Barcelo. Villas and suites with ocean views. Design mixes Thai and contemporary styles.
One pool, three restaurants. Spa on site. Same island limitations apply: nothing to do except stay at the resort.
Slightly more affordable than Barcelo, depending on room type and season.
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| Location | Coconut Island (Koh Maphrao, off east coast of Phuket) |
| Beach | Three private beaches with access. Rainforest setting. Ten-minute boat ride from Phuket mainland. Water quality variable. |
| Hotel | Five-star resort with 250 rooms and villas. Natural materials, modern design. Pool access rooms and private pool villas available. |
| Facilities | Two restaurants, multiple infinity pools, Burasari Spa, fitness centre, kids playground. All-inclusive and half-board options. Waterslides. Free scheduled boat transfers. |
| What’s Around | Coconut village seafood restaurant nearby. Limited island dining. Scheduled boat and tuk-tuk transfers to mainland. Phuket Town 15 minutes from pier. |
| Who is it for? | Families, couples wanting peaceful island retreat. Not for those wanting nightlife, extensive off-resort dining or flexible mainland access. |
| Worth Noticing | No alcohol served at resort. Limited room storage. Scheduled transfer times restrictive. Slow restaurant service. English language skills limited among some staff. |
| Price | Mid-range |
Location: Koh Maphrao
Address: 94/4 Moo 6, Tambon Ko Kaeo, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83000
Phone: 076 643 643
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pool: 1
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the closest beach: on the beach
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Santhiya Koh Yao Yai Resort & Spa
| Location: Koh Yao Yai Island |
Santhiya is on Koh Yao Yai, the larger and quieter sibling of Koh Yao Noi. Traditional Thai architecture, wooden buildings, lots of carved details. The style is distinctive, with almost theme-park levels of ornamentation, which some guests love, and others find excessive.
Private beach. Two pools, three restaurants. The island itself is one of the least developed near Phuket. Long stretches of empty beach, few tourists, mostly rubber plantations and fishing villages.
Good snorkelling and diving nearby. The resort arranges island-hopping trips.
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| Location | Koh Yao Yai Island (Phang Nga Bay) |
| Beach | Private beachfront on Loh Pared Beach. Panoramic Phang Nga Bay views with limestone karsts. 20-minute speedboat from Ao Po Grand Marina. |
| Hotel | Five-star eco-luxury resort with 148 rooms. 39 teakwood pool villas and 109 deluxe rooms. Hand-carved wood, traditional Thai design. Hillside location. |
| Facilities | Seven restaurants, Ayurvana Spa, waterfall swimming pool, infinity pool, fitness centre. Complimentary 24-hour shuttle service. Yoga, Thai boxing, cooking classes. |
| What’s Around | Couple of local restaurants near pier. Fishing villages and rubber plantations. Island tours and boat excursions available. Very limited development. |
| Who is it for? | Honeymooners, couples, families wanting unspoilt island. Not for those wanting nightlife, easy Phuket access or avoiding hillside terrain. |
| Worth Noticing | Mandatory speedboat transfer 600 THB per person each way. Extensive hillside property requires shuttle use. Some dampness issues. High dining prices. |
| Price | Luxury |
Location: Koh Yao Yai
Address: 88 Phru Nai, Ko Yao District, Phang-nga 82160
Phone: 076 592 888
Range: 5-star
Swimming Pool: 2
Restaurants and bars: 3
Distance to the closest beach: private beach
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