Facilities

Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Nature reserve
Proposal/romance packages available
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Well-appointed rooms
Fantastic overall experience
Cons:
Poor service at check-in
Slow food service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.5
The room experienced some electricity issues.
Service
9
Mixed feedback on service quality during check-in but overall decent.
Location
9.5
Great location and well-appointed rooms.
Room Quality
9
Rooms are well appointed and in good shape.
Amenities
9.5
Good amenities despite some options being limited in the off-season.
Value for Money
9.5
Overall a fantastic place for the price.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Slow service at beach restaurant and limited dining options.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall a fantastic place with some service drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 21:23

Property Description

Luxurious Spa and Wellness Amenities
Indulge in rejuvenating massages and pampering body treatments at the full-service spa. Relax in the steam room or work up a sweat at the fitness center after a day at the private beach.

Gourmet Dining and Bar Options
Choose from 3 on-site restaurants serving delectable cuisine, or opt for 24-hour room service for a private dining experience. Unwind with a drink at the stylish bar/lounge or the beach bar.

Exclusive Room Features and Entertainment
Stay in one of the 148 well-appointed rooms with modern amenities like Smart televisions and espresso makers. Enjoy the comfort of premium bedding and private balconies for a truly relaxing stay.

To book your stay at Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas and experience luxury by the beach, reserve now.

Important information:

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 29 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.5
Service: 9
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 9.5
Value for Money: 9.5
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 9.5
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ABDULAZIZ family
4
Pros:

During check-in the stuff member isnt professional and it have bad attitude also they are not strict by the time. The beach restaurant when i order it take almost 1 and half hour to recieve the food also the room twice the electricity when down. Overall poor service. However the place very good

2025-08-28 via Nuitee
A
ANTONIO V
10
Pros:

All you can expect from an Anantara is there. Nothing less tha the best.

2025-08-27 via Nuitee
M
Matthew family
10
Pros:

Great location and well appointed rooms. Service is classic Thai who are exceptional helpful and engaging. Resport is not that old so still very much in good shape (eg decking round the pool, tiles loose in pool area etc) minor but will need to be addressed.
As we went in the off season there was low patronage - gret for us - but main restaurant (Pakarang) closed for lunch and dinner as a result. Reduces the viable options (not including pool bar/restaurant which closes approx 6) for dinner to two restaurants - not an issue generally but needs to be clearer on their website when booking. Watersports options reduced to SUP and Kayak. Agree with the no motorized stuff - but the odd hobie cat or small sailing dinghy would be good. Overall - a fantastic place
Word of warning - if you have an early departure form Phuket - the private boat to get you there with an early morning surcharge is a BIG dent on the budget

2025-07-09 via Nuitee
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Anupam family
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel on a spectacular beach. Really fun to arrive by boat. Make sure to visit Laem Haad Beach when the tide is out.

2025-07-04 via Nuitee
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Yuval
10
Pros:

Excellent hotel, service, attitude, food, everything at the highest level. The transportation to and from the hotel is so excellent that the receptionist called to ask if we were okay on the way after we left the hotel. I really enjoyed every minute I was there.

2025-06-22 via Nuitee
D
Dana partner
10
Pros:

I don’t usually take the time to right hotel reviews, I am a frequent traveler and have been to many fancy hotels worldwide, I can confidently say that my stay here has been the best I’ve ever had, it’s a peace of heaven on earth, if you ever want to disconnect from the chaos of life and relax, this resort is the place. Frame and her team took great care of us, housekeeping comes twice a day, we booked the lagoon pool villa and it was sparkling clean, everything was comfortable and convenient, their breakfast is great, the beach is nice and clean, the pools are spacious and calm, they have some activities everyday which I recommend checking (sunrise cycling, cooking classes, etc). It is located on an island where not much can be done, but you really don’t need to leave the resort as everything is available and the staff there is always there to make sure nothing is missing, the worst part about the hotel was leaving, we stayed for 5 days and I can say it wasn’t enough.

2025-06-16 via Nuitee
M
Mohannad family_with_children
10
Pros:

From the moment we arrived at Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas, we were transported into a world of serene luxury and natural beauty. This island retreat is the definition of tranquility, nestled between lush greenery and the crystal-clear waters of the Andaman Sea.

Arrival & Warm Welcome
We were greeted with genuine smiles, refreshing welcome drinks, and a seamless check-in experience. The team made us feel like honored guests from the very beginning, setting the tone for a stay filled with thoughtful touches and outstanding service.

Our Sea View Room – A Dream in Blue and Green
We stayed in a beautifully appointed sea view room, and waking up each morning to the panoramic vista of the ocean was truly magical. The room was spacious, impeccably clean, and designed with a perfect blend of modern comfort and Thai elegance. The balcony was our favorite spot – ideal for morning coffee or evening wine as we watched the sun melt into the horizon.

Dining Experiences
The culinary offerings were exceptional. The breakfast spread was extensive and catered to every taste – from fresh tropical fruit and local Thai delicacies to international classics. Each restaurant we dined at delivered both in flavor and ambiance, especially the seafood dishes at the beachside grill and the sunset dinners by the water.

Activities & Spa
Whether it was kayaking through mangroves, a sunset boat cruise, or simply lounging by the infinity pool, every moment felt like a postcard come to life. The An

2025-06-07 via Nuitee
M
miss e m
10
Magical place
Pros:

Amazing hotel, the location is breathtaking and the staff cannot do enough for you. Perfect for families but also very romantic for couples.

2025-05-21 via Nuitee
D
Daria
8
Pros:

Beautiful scenery and hotel. We came during a rush holiday season so it seemed like staff could not keep up …tables were dirty from overnight and there was a garbage smell in main pool

2025-04-20 via Nuitee
P
Predrag
10
Best experiance and great vacation
Pros:

We're staying for 6 nights in this wonderful resort.
We'have been perfectly hosted by our personal Villa host August, up on our arrival to the hotel pier until leaving. At any time we have a fantastic stay during these days and can highly recommand Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas. We will be back for sure. Thanks for all.

2025-03-26 via Nuitee
R
Robert partner
10
Pros:

Stunning almost new hotel on a pristine white sand beach. Our suite was very spacious and had beautiful sea views. superb for a quite relaxing holiday.

2025-03-12 via Nuitee
A
Allan
8
Beautiful new resort
Pros:

Beautiful new resort with spectacular view of the sea. Ko Yao Yai is a small Island which is interesting and safe to explore by scooter unlike most places. This is a place to escape..especially for families with young children

2025-03-05 via Nuitee
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Yoann family
6
Pros:

Établissement grand et beau, club enfant très bien. Crème solaire disponible près de la piscine.

Problème au niveau de la communication, on vous vend un menu tout inclus et le jour du départ ils vous facturent les eaux alors que c'était compris lorsque nous avons demandé.
Jai retrouvé un insecte dans l'assiette de ma fille,pas de changement de plat rien cest bizarre vu le standing et le prix déboursé tout au long du séjours.

2025-02-25 via Nuitee
M
Mark family_with_children
6
Pros:

Cons
- remote location and steep prices in restaurants and bars
- staff is rigid and lacking any awareness. Most speak no or little English. The rest is probably restricted by rules of the management. The typical “Thai friendliness” is nowhere to be found.
- far to little drinking water provided in the room (2,5 liter for 6 persons) probably to sell more Italian water?!? Which they serve as standard, but they also have Thai water.
- overall the place feels like the management is lacking (understaffed, not sufficient training, etc) you get the feeling they want to maximize profit instead of your pleasure.

Pros
- beautiful designed resort
- room fantastic and beds very good

2025-02-16 via Nuitee
J
Jasdeep family_with_children
10
Pros:

Pure luxury!

2025-02-08 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Drømmehotell i paradis
Pros:

Fantastisk hotell i paradis. Vi er en norsk familie på , med barn på 3,4 og 6 år. Hotellet var perfekt for oss. Deilig frokost og kaffe og søt og hyggelig betjening. Maten på hotellet ellers var også nydelig, men stive priser på is og drikke. Barnerommet var kjempe bra. Barna elsket det og betjeningen der. Engelsken til flere av personalet er litt begrenset, men det er sjarmerende og de gjør virkelig alt de kan for at du skal ha et bra opphold! Stranden er 10 av 10! Vi skulle ønske at vi hadde fått like fordeler av hotels.com som å bestille direkte via lojalitetsprogrammet til hotellet. Hotellet er perfekt og vi drømmer oss allerede tilbake!

2025-01-07 via Nuitee
J
Jinesh family_with_children
10
Pros:

Great location overlooking the Krabi islands. New Property with large room sizes, great overall service with many dining options.

2025-01-07 via Nuitee
J
jaelynn
10
Pros:

Excellent service. Beautiful views. Clean, comfortable rooms. Would absolutely visit again.

From the second you arrive at the pier lounge to the moment you leave, every interaction is seamless and professional.

2024-10-26 via Nuitee
J
Jarupa family
4
Pros:

I would say the facility is excellent but the quality of service needs to be improved compared to the price and star given. Since the hotel area is large and needs a buggy for traveling from one place to another. Requests were received by staffs but there is no showed up for buggy and requests for other stuffs are quite slow and not yet impressive.

2024-10-14 via Nuitee
B
betty partner
10
Pros:

Hotel and staff were fabulous. Food was amazing
Boat excursion was spectacular. Rented a motorcycle and drove all over the island. Saw elephant sanctuary ate local food. Everything was unbelievable. An experience to cherish forever

2024-05-05 via Nuitee