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Grand Mercure Phuket Patong
"The breakfast was great"
Hotel Riu Palace Phuket - All Inclusive
"I had a wonderful stay at Hotel Riu Phuket. The staff were very friendly, welcoming, and always willing to help whenever I needed anything. I found the hotel to be very clean and well maintained, and I really enjoyed the variety of food available. I was a little worried about the rain during my stay, but thankfully it didn’t stop me from enjoying my holiday. I had a great time and really enjoyed my experience at the hotel. Overall, I had a lovely stay and would definitely recommend Hotel Riu Phuket. Thank you to all the staff for making my holiday so enjoyable! 🌴😊"
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort
"Hotel was very clean, rooms were big and spacious. The staff were helpful and respectful, allowed me to check in early and check out late. Very happy with this hotel, location is perfect right near the beach, convenience stores and many restaurants. Very happy with this hotel. The only comment I will leave for the hotel is why is the snooker table in that position? My son fell off the step next too it and i am sure he wont he the last to do it, have a look where it is."
The Nature Phuket
"This hotel has a perfect location for Phuket night life. The hotel was clean and very accommodating."
Kora Beach Resort Phuket
"The room we had was perfect for us and my 2 kids. The property was great. The beach however was not really accessible because of high tides and rough waters. Also, the property has the ability to make more of the night life but chose not to. The roof top is really nice and it’s being wasted by not having any entertainment. The resort was nice and I would definitely stay there again."
Panwaburi Beachfront Resort
"Unique place, looks beautiful everywhere you look, stunning place, would recommend to anyone"
Panan Krabi Resort
"We checked in late and did not get the exact room advertised with a cliff view. However we were moved to the right room that next day upon request. Overall 4 out of 5 stars recommended."
Dusit Thani Krabi Beach Resort
"Room was big and spacious and very clean. Staff was very humble and polite. Good spread for the buffet breakfast as well."
Baipho Lifestyle
"Had a wonderful stay at Baipho Lifestyle Hotel. The room was very clean, the breakfast was nice and delicious, and the staff were kind, friendly, and very helpful whenever we had questions. The location is very convenient, within walking distance of Patong Beach and the shopping mall. Highly recommended, I’d happily stay here again!"
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Pocket Guide: Ko Yao Yai
Ko Yao Yai may be the larger and more populated of Thailand's two Ko Yao islands, but it is still less developed than its neighbour, Ko Yao Noi. Even though over a dozen guesthouses and resorts have now popped up on Ko Yao Yai, farming and fishing still rank far above tourism in the ways the friendly locals earn their living. Rubber plantations, coconut groves, and villages filled with stilted wooden homes are the dominant scenes along the smooth main road.
Don’t MissLike its neighbour, Ko Yao Noi, motorcycling and beach-hopping are Ko Yao Yai's two main attractions.
During low tide, the calm and shallow bays next to most of the island's narrow beaches of white sand turn into mud flats. Loh Paret, a beach on the island's west coast, offers superb swimming all day long and spectacular sunsets. Some beaches also allow snorkelling.
A steep path through a rubber tree plantation between the piers of Klong Hia and Chong Lad leads to the Ko Yao viewpoint, which offers the best views of the entire island. Local operators also offer private mangrove and karst island kayaking excursions. A jet-ski operation has recently been added next to ATV off-roading, agricultural tours, and fishing excursions on Ko Yao Yai's growing list of outdoor activities.
Restaurants and BarsMost Ko Yao Yai eating and drinking opportunities are located in the island's resorts. Aside from a coffee bar which serves Italian and American food, freshly caught seafood and traditional Thai cuisine are the most common menu items. A single liquor store recently opened close to Chong Lad village.
ShoppingThere is only one major shop on the island of Ko Yao Yai, and a handful of other places to shop in neighbouring Ko Yao Noi.