Koh Yao Noi, a picturesque island in Thailand's famously beautiful Phang Nga Bay, is the glorious setting for the Six Senses Yao Noi. Nestled in 24-acres of lush vegetation and tropical landscaping, it is an exclusive, secluded paradise. From its elevated hillside position, it provides dramatic views of a serene coastline punctuated with jagged limestone outcrops, and easy access to its own golden beach.
Make the most of your fabulous villa with private terrace dining. Your butler will arrange for a champagne breakfast, a private picnic or an evening barbecue beneath the stars, with a personal chef and waiter at the ready. Suitably inspired, learn the secrets of authentic Thai cuisine by joining the Thai Cooking School in the vegetable garden, where you will be taught classics such as Tom Yum Kung and Pad Thai.If you want to get active, try a spot of rock climbing or embark on a mountain bike tour, then revitalise at the Six Senses Spa, where you can discover the unique delights of the traditional Journeys treatments.
Accommodation
The resort's 54 generously proportioned, private Pool Villas, Hilltop Reserve and Retreat all represent uncompromised luxury and staggering attention to detail. Each villa has its own infinity-edged pool with sundeck and is attended by a personal butler trained to anticipate every whim. Our favourites are the Pool Villa Suites, which offer spacious split-level accommodation and lovely outdoor spaces, including a large terrace, where sunloungers and an alfresco dining area offer superb views, and a private garden. With a spa sala offering a venue for private treatments and steam bath facilities, these villas are the perfect place to relax and unwind, far from the stresses of the real world.
We appreciated knowing the travel specialist (Katie Sims) from the previous A&K holiday. The hotels in Grenada and Cordoba were excellent.
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