Ban Raya Resort and Spa

Set on Ko Racha Yai amid 60 acres of coconut palms, this beachside spa resort sits beside Kon Kare Bay and the island's best coral reefs. You're a short walk from quiet bays and close to Phuket sights like Phuket Aquarium, Big Buddha, Rawai Beach and Promthep Cape. It’s an easy pick for beach lovers and families seeking a peaceful island escape.

Forty‑eight bungalow‑style rooms and cottages keep the vibe low‑rise and relaxed. Rooms are air‑conditioned, individually decorated and come with private balconies, en‑suite bathrooms (deep soaking tubs and rainfall showers noted), satellite/cable TV, mini‑fridge and mosquito screens. No room is more than a couple of minutes' walk from the seafront, so expect sea‑breeze mornings and palm‑framed sunsets.

Hit the free‑form outdoor pool up by the Saranta Clubhouse or take a dip in the indoor pool, then unwind in the hot tub or book a steam room session (fee applies). The on‑site spa offers massages, body treatments and facials, and a diving club gives access to nearby reefs. Bikes for hire, a library, picnic area, kids' pool, beach bar and poolside bar round out the resort offerings.

The resort provides a business center and complimentary wireless internet throughout the property. Additional practical services include dry cleaning/laundry, concierge, free self‑parking and a 24‑hour roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge.

Sa‑Bieng Restaurant serves guests on‑site with a mix of à la carte and buffet options; buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00–10:00 (for a fee). Wind down with drinks at the beach bar or the poolside bar after a day of snorkeling or island roaming.