the racha: racha yai island

Peace. Serenity. Balance.

Life’s simplest pleasures take on new meaning at Thailand’s premier deluxe island hideaway. A dozen miles south of Phuket Island and sublimely set on Batok Beach, The Racha finds its home on the island of Racha Yai, a tiny jewel surrounded by the dazzling turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea. Set themselves as an environmentally resort, they meticulously designed villas exist in cordial harmony with their verdant tropical surroundings. From garden landscapes to villa architecture, a flawless blend of man-made comforts and natural splendor make The Racha a Thailand’s premier deluxe island hideaway, where people can balance body, mind and spirit in an environmentally friendly space.

Rooms:

The resort features 70 stylish villas. All villas are designed in a minimalistic contemporary style and feature luxurious bathrooms with bathtubs and indoor showers, as well as outdoor rain showers. You can relax on comfortable day beds both inside or outside on their own terrace. All villas enjoy thoroughly modern conveniences, including LCD/plasma TV, DVD player, Apple iPod with Bose Sound dock, complimentary broadband internet, minibar with coffee & tea facilities, electronic safe, individual air conditioning, IDD telephone and satellite TV.

Top Villas:

Grand Pool Suite: The ideal place for honeymooner.

The large and luxurious Grand Pool Suites feature private infinity edge swimming pools with glorious views over the Andaman Sea, along with a large sundeck and open-air relaxation pavilion. All pool suites occupy the prime sites within the resort.

Lighthouse: The privately unique leisure for family’s members.

The Lighthouse is the ultimate luxury accommodation at The Racha. This superb five storey villa has an observation lounge with majestic 360° views of the island and surrounding area. It features two bedrooms, both with private Jacuzzi in the bathroom, and two single rooms ideal for children. The swimming pool and open-air relaxation pavilion are located privately and offer guests an ideal place to relax in a peaceful setting.

Spa:

Here at The Racha, every journey towards a balanced body, mind and spirit leads to the Anumba Spa, a sanctuary for sensory rejuvenation. Shed the cares of the world and enter a realm of blissful relaxation, as healing hands pamper, soothe and reinvigorate with a wide variety of natural treatments.

Dinning:

To offering you a culinary diversity, the resort has run three dining outlets and two bars offer delicious and attractively prepared food to suit every taste ranging from western cuisine, authentic Thai dish to Mediterranean menu.

You can enjoy a lavish assortment of cuisine at the Earth Café’s Buffet. Dine on fresh seafood or western fare at the casual Sunset Beach Restaurant overlooking the Andaman Sea. Drinking while watching yet another glorious from a chaise lounge on Lobby Bar patio, retire to The Fire Grill for sumptuous dinner, or return to your villa for a private barbeque. After dinner, dance and sing along with resident virtuoso band in the Ice Bar.

Other facilities:

For those who enjoy activity, the Racha boasts two swimming pools, flood-lit tennis and basketball courts, mountain bikes, ATVs, a pool table, and a classes ranging from Batik painting to cooking. Pamper yourself to an aromatic oil massage and soothing massage at Chill Spa, located at the new beach club, Club Del Mar where you can simply relax all day next to the pool or enjoy cool chill tunes both on deck and underwater. To discover the real water world, the hotel’s sport staffs offer trips both on- and off-island, and their 5-star PADI dive center caters to guests who want to take full advantage of what underneath the sea.

Final word:

The island is known for its natural beauty and is long known for its crystal-clear turquoise water, rich and colourful coral reefs teeming with marine life and pristine powdery white sand beaches. Currents are also mild, making it a major attraction for snorkelling and a world-class diving site. The place is a truly hidden paradise for couple as well as family. For one whom scouting for the dream wedding destination, The Racha is also a popular site for weddings, with ceremonies and receptions overlooking the sea. They capable of arranging both Western and Thai wedding styles, exquisite meals, and fabulous after-dinner entertainment with spectacular fireworks, fire dancing, traditional Thai dancing, and more.

Prices from £1,670 per person based on double share including car and speedboat transfers.