Paradise Koh Yao (Adults Only) - Ko Yao Noi

Adults-only beachfront resort on one of Thailand's last untouched islands, within Phang Nga Bay National Park

Accommodations

Paradise Koh Yao Ko Yao Noi offers 60 shabby-chic guest rooms with white-washed woods and turquoise accented linens. Each room has an open-air bathroom and an outdoor terrace with the resort's signature swinging lounge chairs. For premium privacy, the Sea View Plunge Pool Deluxe Studio includes a private plunge pool and direct jungle views.

Dining

The Seafood Terrace opens all day with a hearty buffet breakfast and local Thai and Western favorites for lunch and dinner. Al Fresco Restaurant serves Asian-Western fusion à la carte menus in the evening, while the Beach Club Bar offers snacks and drinks by the pool. Sundowners Bar hosts a daily happy hour from 5-6pm and 9-10pm with discounted cocktails and sunset views.

Wellness & Activities

The fully equipped Serenity Spa provides body scrubs, facials, full-body massage, and a steam room, plus daily yoga classes on the beach. Guests can use the outdoor salt-chlorinated infinity pool overlooking the bay, or borrow kayaks and paddleboards for free. A complimentary 30-minute leg massage is included for every guest upon arrival.

Location & Sustainability

Paradise Kohyao sits on the northern tip of Koh Yao Noi within Phang Nga Bay National Park, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and tropical rainforest. The hotel offers fast-track private land and water resort transfers from Phuket International Airport (15-minute drive, 60-minute speedboat) or from Krabi (40-minute long-tail boat from Tha Len Pier). It holds a TravelLife Gold Award for its commitment to environmental preservation and employs mostly local islanders.

Excursions & Dining Experiences

The on-site tour desk arranges half-day island hopping to James Bond Island and Phang Nga Bay, with private long-tail boat tours led by local guides like Jacket. Themed dinner nights at the Seafood Terrace feature fire shows and live music, and guests can book a private candlelit dinner on the beach for two. A Thai cooking class with Chef Aeed takes place directly on the sand, using organic locally sourced ingredients.

• Accommodations: 10 private plunge pool villas with sea views
• Dining: 3 dining outlets including Seafood Terrace, Al Fresco, Beach Club Bar
• Spa: Serenity Spa with steam room, yoga classes, and full-body massage
• Location: Secluded 250-meter private beach within Phang Nga Bay National Park
• Transfer: Fast-track private speedboat transfer from Phuket or Krabi
• Awards: TravelLife Gold Award for sustainability