Koyao Island Resort in Koh Yao Noi, Thailand
Koyao Island Resort is in operation since 2001 and owned by two Swiss hospitality professionals who spent many years in the region and fell in love with the beauty of Koh Yao Noi beyond Phuket.
Koyao Island Resort is the first resort of Germing Frey, Hotels & Resorts. The neighboring property Six Senses Yao Noi was developed a few years after as the second project by Germing Frey, Hotels & Resorts. Other properties in the portfolio of Germing Frey, Hotels & Resort include Soneva Kiri and new a property under development in Ngapali, Burma. Although we are independently and privately owned, we are also aware that we are part of a bigger picture. We are highly motivated to preserve the unique nature of Koh Yao around us as well as the original and untroubled social climate in the neighboring communities of Krabi Province.
Ko Yoa Noi island
Koh Yao Noi Island, and indeed the many islands nearby, has much of interest for you to explore and discover. If you wish to know more about any of the following legends and facts we, at Koyao Island Resort will do our best to be informative and a guide. Koh Yao Noi has around 6,000 inhabitants and is around 4 x 12 km in size. Koh Yao Noi Island is one of the largest in an archipelago of 44 islands which is famous since it was featured in the James Bond movie The Man With the Golden Gun. Yao Noi’s sister island Yao Yai lies only 15 minutes away by boat and offers a chance to enjoy a pleasant day’s trekking or cycling. According to local legend the strait between the two islands was created when a very angry Naga – Sea Dragon – crashed through on his way to Krabi to see his fiancée being married to someone else. For centuries it has been believed that the two islands were populated by Chao Lay people, also called Sea Gypsies – nomadic groups who travelled from island to island for fish and other seafood.
Koh Yao Noi Beaches
All year round, calm and inviting waters enclose the Resort’s private beach. Sheltered under a palm trees, an afternoon siesta becomes a lazy must. You might also like to do some romantic beach hopping or snorkeling among coral reefs on the lonely neighboring islands. Thailand’s vibrant corals and colorful fish draw divers from all over the world. Phang Nga bay’s water are not always clear but a short boat journey to the South bring you to crystal clear waters. Most islands are uninhabited. They hold hidden anchorage and secret beaches under soaring jungle-fringed cliffs: The typical craggy limestone formations which rise from the sea like sculptures have taken millions of years to form, and are not to be missed.
Koyao Island Resort Spa
During your stay we invite you to the world of total peace and tranquillity in the Koyao Island Resort Spa. Our in-house facility provides you with all the therapies to relax your mind, body and spirit. An hour or so in our spa will have you walking on air and feeling years younger. Our Spa offers the ultimate in relaxation and wellness in a stunning tropical setting. We have 2 separate, air conditioned, treatment rooms, each equipped with two massage beds. These treatment rooms were designed in the classical, Southern Thai style. The Spa also offers an outdoor Sala. Our team of experienced therapists offer a lasting sensation of well-being for your ultimate holiday experience. Treat yourself to an hour (or more) of sensuous extravagance with our qualified and sensitive staff.
Koh Yao Noi Rock Climbing
Experience Koh Yao Noi from a bird’s eye view! Try something new and enjoy the thrill of rock climbing. Climbers of all abilities are welcome. Koh Yao Noi has over 150 rock climbs for beginners and experts alike. Combine your day of rock climbing with sightseeing, island hopping, or just relaxing on quiet beaches.
Yoga in Koh Yao Noi
We offer yoga lessons for beginners here at our resort with Khun Nok. If you are more serious about Yoga, however, then we recommend Island Yoga, located just 10 minutes away from us by bicycle (1.8 km north of Koyao Island Resort). This small retreat offers a solitary and peaceful atmosphere to practice both Yoga and Meditation courses. Founded by David Sharpe as a spiritual retreat from the busy, chaotic, and materialistic world, Island Yoga is run by 5 teachers, including David himself. Each teacher specializes in different types of Yoga and offer visitors a wide variety of courses and therapies to participate in.