The newest kid on a still rather untouched island, the sprawling resort of Anantara Koh Yao Yai promises an indulgent stay for couples and families alike, with its private pools and dedicated butler services. You’re well taken care of from the moment the gong in the grand lobby resounds to inform the staff that you’ve arrived.
Families will delight in the sheer plethora of kid-friendly activities there are to choose from. Drop the tykes off at the Kids Club where they’ll be well taken care of as they explore a jungle gym with a giant ball pit and a daily rotation of activities from batik painting to mangrove seedling planting. Or explore the family pool, replete with water jets and four waterslides. Between these resort facilities and the extras that you can book such as kayaking and island-hopping, the little ones will never have a bored moment.
If you’re really looking to spoil your kids, book the Grand Family Sea View Suite – the children’s bunkbeds come with a fun slide that is sure to feature in their memories long after the stay is over.
The resort has two main dining spots: Pakarang, which offers a stellar menu of Thai classics such as tom kha gai (Thai coconut milk soup with chicken, kaffir lime leaves and galangal) and kai jiew poo (a textural Thai-style omelette with crab meat), as well as Beach Restaurant, which serves more international fare such as salads and grilled meats. A third restaurant option is presently in the works and set to serve Japanese omakase cuisine.
