RAYAVADEE, Railay Beach

Rayavadee offers 94 two-story pavilions and 7 villas set among tropical gardens and coconut groves, a short walk from Railay and Phranang Beaches. Deluxe Pavilions feature polished wood interiors, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms with rainfall showers. Spa Pavilions add an outdoor Jacuzzi, while Family Pavilions include a ground-floor bedroom with two queen beds. Villas provide dedicated butler service, private pools, and direct beach access.

The resort has four dining venues serving Thai, Asian, and international dishes. Railay Terrace combines sweet chicken gyoza, tuna sashimi, and truffle omelettes. Beachside options include grilled Angus beef with basil sauce. Breakfast features made-to-order eggs, pancakes, and chia seed bowls. Ingredients are locally sourced, with organic rice and free-range eggs from Hilltribe Organics.

Guests can kayak through mangrove forests, rock climb limestone cliffs, or scuba dive from private boats. Speedboat trips to Phi Phi Island or Phang Nga Bay take 35 minutes. The resort's garden paths showcase 120 palm species, 250 ferns, and edible plants like tamarind and mango. Spectacled Langurs and Macaque monkeys are often spotted in the trees.

Rayavadee sits on Phranang Peninsula in Krabi Marine National Park, 200 km from Phuket. Shared van and boat transfers from Krabi Airport take 40 minutes (20-minute van ride to Nong Nuch Pier, followed by a 20-minute boat trip). Phuket Airport transfers require a 2-hour, 15-minute drive to the pier. Nearby landmarks include Phra Nang Cave Beach (1.5 km) and Tonsai Beach (1 km).

The spa offers Thai massages and herbal treatments. The boutique stocks 2,500 handpicked items, from jewelry to antiques. Kids' activities focus on Thai culture and nature exploration. The resort uses a zero-discharge water system, recycles garden waste into fertilizer, and partners with FOOD4GOOD to provide meals for children. Weddings and vow renewals include Buddhist blessings and island excursions.