Yao Noi
Eco-luxury treehouse resort. Rustic-chic meets high-end wellness. Think barefoot sophistication: natural materials everywhere, personal butlers (called GEMs), farm-to-table dining, and a spa village that could hold its own as a destination in itself. Not flashy. Just very, very good.
Book The View villa if budget allows — it's the most dramatic single-bedroom on the property, with a glass floor over a waterfall, private cinema, and 180-degree panoramic views
Why It Matters
One of the most acclaimed resorts in Southeast Asia — consistently cited among the best in Thailand and Asia. The setting in Phang Nga Bay (with its famous limestone karst seascape, used as a backdrop in The Man with the Golden Gun) is essentially unrivaled in the region. Six Senses Yao Noi set the benchmark for private-pool villa resort design in Thailand and remains the reference point other properties are measured against.
Six Senses Yao Noi sits on the quiet island of Koh Yao Noi in Phang Nga Bay — roughly 45 minutes by speedboat from Phuket. All 56 villas are stilted and thatched, built from local teak with palm-leaf roofs, and every single one comes with a private infinity pool. The views of the limestone karsts rising out of the Andaman Sea are genuinely cinematic. This is the resort that serious luxury travelers mean when they say Thailand.
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Beachfront Pool Villa
The direct beach access is the defining feature — a private staircase leads straight down to the sand. Panoramic sea views. Private pool and generous terrace. Separate bedroom and sitting room. For guests who want to wake up and walk directly into the Andaman Sea, this is the pick.
King · 154 sqm
Beachfront Pool Villa Suite
A larger duplex beachfront option that can accommodate up to 5 guests. Upper level has the entrance and deck; bedroom on the upper floor; lower level has a living room with en-suite bathroom that converts to a second bedroom. Large garden leads directly to the beach. Daily afternoon amenity, non-alcoholic minibar, and wine fridge included.
King · 228 sqmHideaway Four-Bedroom Pool Villa
The resort's largest multi-bedroom villa option, ideal for large families or groups. Four bedrooms with garden and tropical landscape views. Two master bedrooms each have dressing areas and indoor/outdoor showers. Two additional bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Connected alfresco dining area. Sleeps up to 8.
Multiple · 300 sqmHideaway Pool Villa
A stilted and thatched one-bedroom villa with private pool and terrace looking out over a lush heritage plantation. Separate bedroom and sitting room. Indoor and outdoor shower. Alfresco dining area with sun loungers. Jungle views rather than ocean — more private and shaded. Good for those who want seclusion over panorama.
King · 154 sqmHideaway Two-Bedroom Pool Villa
A spacious duplex two-bedroom villa with garden and lush plantation views. Master bedroom on upper level with indoor and outdoor shower; second bedroom has en-suite bathroom. Private pool and generous deck. Good for families or two couples who want jungle privacy over bay views.
Multiple · 228 sqmOcean Deluxe Pool Villa
A split-level duplex with ocean views over Phang Nga Bay. Entrance and sitting room on the top level; bedroom with dressing area on the lower level. Larger than the standard ocean villas. Suits couples who want more space and a distinctive two-level layout. Max 2 guests.
King · 181 sqmOcean Panorama Pool Villa
The standout feature here is the 180-degree panoramic view of Phang Nga Bay — positioned at an angle that captures more of the bay sweep than the standard Ocean Pool Villa. Private pool, generous terrace, indoor and outdoor shower. Same size as the Ocean Pool Villa but the wider view commands the premium.
King · 154 sqmOcean Pool Villa
Same footprint as the Hideaway but with direct views over Phang Nga Bay. Private infinity-edge pool and generous terrace face the water. Separate bedroom and sitting room. Indoor and outdoor shower. The most popular entry-level option given the iconic karst bay views.
King · 154 sqmOcean Two-Bedroom Pool Villa
Same two-bedroom duplex layout as the Hideaway version but with ocean views over Phang Nga Bay. Master bedroom on upper level; second bedroom has en-suite bathroom. Private pool and terrace. The best multi-room option for families or two couples who want both space and the bay view.
Multiple · 228 sqmThe Ocean Retreat
The largest villa on the property at 500 sq m. Just steps from the beach with a vast private garden and direct beach walkway. Two bedrooms: master on lower level with pool deck access, second bedroom on upper level. Large air-conditioned living and dining room overlooking an expansive pool deck. Daily afternoon amenity, minibar, and wine fridge included. The ultimate choice for a multi-generational or group retreat.
Multiple · 500 sqmThe View
The resort's most dramatic romantic villa. Spectacular 180-degree views of the limestone karsts and Phang Nga Bay. Double-height ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows. A waterfall literally runs beneath the glass floor of the bedroom. Private cinema and workout area on-site. Hammock netting over the pool for floating above the view. Sunken dining area overlooks the bay. This one earns its premium.
King · 225 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
6 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A private day-trip to a deserted island, set up with champagne and nibbles. The full 'marooned in paradise' fantasy, safely executed.
Cocktail-making sessions at The Den bar using garden-fresh ingredients. A popular late-afternoon activity.
Hands-on cooking sessions focused on Thai cuisine, available through the dining team.
Hosted by the resort's sommelier with four cheese selections paired across red, white, sparkling, and dessert wines.
A three-day environmental mission for younger guests — wellies on, capes at the ready. Includes feeding goats, planting, and hands-on wildlife conservation work. One of the most thoughtful kids' programs in Thailand.
Self-guided or guided kayaking around the coastline and nearby waters of the Andaman Sea.
Full-day boat trip to the four islands around Krabi for snorkeling and beach time.
A guided aquatic tour around the sparsely-traveled uninhabited islands surrounding Koh Yao Noi. Multiple experiences available depending on the day.
Full-day trip to the famous Phi Phi Islands, another iconic film location in the Andaman Sea.
Full private yacht charter for custom itineraries around Phang Nga Bay and the Andaman Sea.
Guided diving in the Andaman Sea. Best October to April for visibility and warm water. Whale sharks occasionally spotted August to November.
SUP available at Excursions Beach on the property.
Hands-on Thai boxing lessons in an open-air thatched ring surrounded by tropical greenery.
A day trip to the bay's most iconic karst formations, including the island used in the 1974 Bond film The Man with the Golden Gun. Feels surreal in person.
A curated experience designed for couples — combining nature walks, wellness activities, and sustainability-focused island experiences to reconnect with each other and the environment.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Guests have access to a private section of beach, described as narrow but private. Beach club facilities are on-site.
Dedicated meetings space for corporate or private group events.
Outdoor movie screen at Mai Thai Beach. Evening screenings available for guests.
Well-equipped gym with natural wood interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking tropical greenery.
Fresh juice bar within the spa village complex.
A resort-level pool separate from the villa pools, available to all guests.
Every one of the 56 villas has its own private infinity pool with sundeck. No shared pool required.
Resort produces its own drinking water and provides it complimentary in all villas via reusable glass bottles, eliminating single-use plastic.
Every villa is attended by a dedicated GEM — a personal butler trained to anticipate guest needs and arrange all activities, dining, and experiences. Available 24 hours.
On-property organic garden, mushroom hut, goat farm, chicken and duck farm. Supplies fresh ingredients to all restaurants. Guests can collect eggs for their breakfast.
Because the resort grounds spread across a large hillside, staff drive guests around in electric buggies. Wait time reportedly under 5 minutes.
On-property helicopter landing area for VIP arrivals and departures.
Sauna, steam room, and shower facilities within the spa village.
A kitchen-style wellness workshop space where guests create their own natural beauty products — scrubs, oils, and balms from raw ingredients.
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