Six Senses Yao Noi Resort
Resort hotel · Ko Yao ·
Villas with private pools, spa, organic dining, bay views
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56, Ko Yao Noi, Ko Yao District, Phang Nga 82160, Thailand Get directions
Villas with private pools, spa, organic dining, bay views
56, Ko Yao Noi, Ko Yao District, Phang Nga 82160, Thailand Get directions
"Reached by a 45-minute speedboat ride from Phuket and set on go-slow Koh Yao Noi, this resort fully delivers on the ultimate bamboo-hut-in-the-jungle fantasy. Its 56 villas are hidden on jungle-covered slopes and bays along the island’s sunrise-facing east coast, with thatched roofs, bedposts fashioned from sun-bleached driftwood, and expansive indoor-outdoor lounges built from reclaimed teak, creating a Jungle Book–chic atmosphere that never feels rough. Even the entry-level villas come with private pools, and the all-natural spa packs in a juice bar, smart-tech wellness screenings, and a blend-your-own-massage-oil alchemy lab. An all-day ice cream counter dishes out flavors like jackfruit, basil-lime, and mango, and in keeping with the Six Senses focus on sustainability, guests are encouraged to tour the resort’s organic farm and recycling center to see its green ethos in action." - Chris Schalkx, Hannah Summers
"At this Thailand resort, a championship-style Muay Thai boxing ring sits framed by tropical foliage with views of Phang Nga Bay, creating a training environment that merges cultural immersion, adrenaline, and natural beauty. Guests of all levels can challenge their agility, coordination, and speed by working through drills with expert trainers, sometimes former champions, and will quickly work up a sweat in the humid Thai heat. When the session leaves arms and legs burning, a Thai herbal massage at the tranquil spa just a short walk away offers the ideal way to recover and round out the experience." - Rana Good
"It begins with a subtle shift from indigo to violet, starlight fading in the night sky. Silhouettes of dragons appear on the horizon: the jagged limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay. The Andaman Sea is seemingly lit from beneath in a preternatural shade of cerulean. In a flash of scarlet and flame orange, the day arrives, greeted by the unfurling of lotus flowers and the calls of hornbills, kingfishers, and coucals. The sunrises are just one of the reasons guests who visit will always be angling to return to this tropical-island resort. Others include the breezy villas with their driftwood-canopied beds, sunken sea-view bathtubs, and decks large enough to cartwheel across; the sunny staff who make guests feel only-child special; and the communal half-moon infinity pool set high in the hills forming a crescent above the bay. Then there’s the spa, cleaved into the hillside and offering lemongrass teas, hot herbal massages, and wellness rituals (try the Signature Yao Noi Journey with its coconut scrub and Thai herbal steam) that last for hours and leave you glassy-eyed, in a good way. The food mostly comes from local fishermen or the hotel’s gardens, mushroom hut, and chicken coop—poached Phuket lobster in coconut broth, perhaps, or hot-and-sour grouper curry. To spend time here is a joy—a reminder of the beauty of nature and the possibilities that arrive with each new dawn." - Chris Schalkx, Lee Cobaj
"Amid Phang Nga’s quieter coasts, this MICHELIN-Key retreat offers luxury, tranquility and a deep connection to nature." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Commanding unobstructed views of Phang Nga Bay’s limestone karsts from a quiet island perch, each spacious villa embodies barefoot luxury with a sun terrace, infinity pool, and butler service. Dining ranges from beachside meals to cocktails on The Den’s suspended daybeds, with menus showcasing homegrown and organic ingredients." - The MICHELIN Guide
