Where to Stay in Koh Yao Noi?
There are about 50 hotels, villas, resorts and bungalows for you to choose from on Koh Yao Noi, which is 15 km east of Phuket at the closest. The range of accommodation available goes from cheap but charming cottages near the sea to luxurious private pool villas with stunning views of the limestone cliffs of Phang Nga Bay.
Koh Yao Noi is a remote quiet island and it is effortless to find and book your accommodation. Remember that because there are not so many beaches around, you will probably spend more time in your hotel than you would when in Phuket.
Luxury Hotels in Koh Yao Noi
Six Senses Yao Noi
Six Senses is the most luxurious resort on the island. The villas are superbly designed with a sustainable mindset, mostly built from wood and natural materials. Each villa is large and well-designed, with a private pool, and most offer a fantastic view of the Phang Nga landscape.
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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. |
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Cape Kudu
Cape Kudu is a small trendy hotel on the beachfront of Koh Yao Noi, a small natural island between Phuket Island and Krabi. The hotel features 5 room types: Deluxe, Deluxe Seaview, Robinson Crusoe, Pool Villas and the amazing Baan Yu Yen Villa, where we spent a long weekend. This is undoubtedly the most unique and comfortable family holiday we have ever spent in Thailand. Read more about Cape Kudu
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Koyao Island Resort
Koyao Island Resort is a set of lovely villas spread across a vast manicured land near the seaside, peppered with immense coconut trees. The beautiful thatched roofs of the villas add a unique tropical touch. The design is unique and cosy, with vast sofas in a vast open-air sitting area facing the garden and the sea beyond. Not that each villa is entirely open and therefore offers very little privacy.
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9 Hornbills Tented Camp
9 Hornbills is a set of spacious luxury tents built high on the hillside above Six Sense Yao Noi and part of Koyao Island Resort. Each tent has a vast land, a large and warm private pool and jaw-dropping views of Phang Nga cliffs. The tent is superbly designed with many sitting areas, an open-air shower and a beautiful bathtub with open ocean views. The experience is truly relaxing and unique with such a view and setting. Read more about 9 Hornbills tented camp
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Mid-Range Hotels in Koh Yao Noi
Treehouse Villa
Nestled amid the lush jungle canopy of Koh Yao Noi, Thailand, TreeHouse Villas offers an enchanting retreat for adults seeking eco-luxury. Bright and airy, the signature TreeHouse Villa boasts a lofted bedroom above an open-air deck with a private plunge pool. Beachfront villas provide direct access to the sands and feature spacious infinity edge pools.
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Awana Villa Resort Yaonoi
Awana Villa Resort Yaonoi is a small resort with bungalows set around a lagoon in a tranquil garden setting. Rooms are spacious with a mix of rustic bamboo and modern design features, ranging from standard twin options to villas with a private pool. Amenities include comfy furnishings, WiFi, air conditioning, spacious terraces, and mini-fridges.
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Hillhouse – Koh Yao Noi
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Hill House Koh Yao Noi is a small family-run resort with just a handful of wooden bungalows set on the hillside, just a short walk away from Tha Khao Beach on the east coast. Each room has a spacious terrace with hammocks and deck chairs for relaxing and taking in superb views of the sea and sunrises of Phang Nga Bay.
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Koyao Bay Pavilions
Koh Yao Bay Pavilions Resort offers an exclusive retreat with a peaceful beachfront location offering views across the bay to the magnificent Hong Islands. Each of the resort’s 9 villas is meticulously designed, blending traditional Southeast Asian architecture with modern comforts. Room styles include the Beach Pavilion Suite, which is for adults only and ideal for couples, while Mai Pai Cottage is suitable for groups and families with 2 bedrooms and enough space for up to 5 guests.
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Laguna Villas Boutique Hotel
With its spacious villas arranged around a large swimming pool, Laguna Villas Boutique Hotel offers a serene escape just steps from the idyllic Pasai Beach. With luxurious rooms featuring air conditioning, fully equipped kitchenettes, modern amenities, and free WiFi, guests can unwind in comfort, while the infinity pool and lush gardens provide ultimate relaxation.
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Budget Bungalows in Koh Yao Noi
Sabai Corner Bungalows
Sabai Corner Bungalows is a small resort with 12 bungalows spread over a headland on Koh Yao’s scenic southeast coast. Each bungalow is uniquely designed and set either on the beachfront offering magnificent views across Phang Nga Bay or tucked away up the hill in a tranquil jungle setting.
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Tabeak View Point Bungalow
Tabeak View Point is a small bungalow resort found up in the jungly hills along Koh Yao Noi’s east coast. This peaceful escape offers incredible views over Phang Nga Bay and budget-friendly room rates. Each bungalow has a spacious sea-view balcony and there’s a choice of a/c or fan cooling. Tabeak Viewpoint is a family-run resort with a friendly vibe and the owners and staff can help arrange tours and motorbike rental.
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Koh Yao Seaview Bungalow
Koh Yao Seaview Bungalow has a small collection of bungalows set around a swimming pool and a great location right on the beach. The waters at this beach – Tha Khao Beach on the east coast – are shallow and not ideal for swimming, but the views across Phang Nga Bay are breathtaking.
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Suntisook Resort
Suntisook Resort is a family-run resort that offers a comfy stay just steps away from the beach across the road. Found at the north end of Tha Khao Beach on the east coast of Koh Yao Noi, Suntisook has a cosy feel with its wooden bungalows, ample balconies for lounging, and friendly service.
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