Koh Yao Yai Hotels with Kitchens

"I absolutely love this hotel! Everything from check-in, to the room, to the beach, exceeded my expectations and perfectly suited my preferences. The only downside was the breakfast, which felt a bit perfunctory – several types of toast but only about five hot dishes. Before I arrived, I expected it to be a typical large guesthouse, but it turned out to be a proper forest hotel. The private villa I stayed in was perfect for couples, with a very stylish room design. The hotel has a lot of forest-dwelling small animals; squirrels, geckos, and small insects often visited our living room, which really excited the kids. The beach's ecosystem is excellent. After the tide recedes, a large shallow area is swarming with sand horses and crabs, like a breeding ground. My little boy loved catching crabs – compared to paying 80 RMB for one crab on domestic beaches, I felt like I hit the jackpot here. I hope it stays this way when I visit again. Quick tip: all dishes on the kids' menu at the poolside restaurant come with fries, so don't over-order. We arrived in the evening, and my child was very hungry, so I ordered a bunch of things indiscriminately – chicken steak, hot dogs, burgers. It turned out to be enough for three kids! Mainly because the prices aren't expensive, around 20 RMB per dish. There were no pictures, and I'm so used to being overcharged by vendors back home that it took some getting used to. This time I came with my child for a family trip; next time, I hope to bring my partner and stay in a beachside pool villa. Just thinking about it is wonderful!"