yao yai resort

What yao yai resort does

Yao Yai Beach Resort (legal entity Eka Sav style Co., Ltd) is a privately-held boutique beachfront resort operating 15 villas and rooms on Loh Paret Beach (Lo Pared) on the central west coast of Koh Yao Yai island in Phang Nga Bay, Thailand, approximately one hour by boat from Phuket, Krabi, and Phi Phi Islands. Founded in 2001 by a Dutch national with hotel school training from The Hague, the resort was a pioneer in promoting Koh Yao Yai to international leisure travelers and has hosted approximately 50,000 guests over 17 years. The property offers villa categories (Grand Sea Pool Villa Deluxe, Grand Sea Villa, Boat Pool Villa Deluxe, Boat Pool Villa) and room categories (Beach Front Pool Room, Family Sea View Room, Sea View Pool Room, Standard Room), all with direct or near-direct beach access and varying proximity (10-30 meters) to the Andaman Sea shoreline.

The resort operates three revenue streams: accommodation rentals (15 villas/rooms), food and beverage at "The Boat" beachfront restaurant (Thai, Mediterranean, and fresh seafood sourced from local fishermen), and wellness services (Traditional Thai, Herbal, and Medical Massage performed by certified therapists). Ancillary activities include kayaking in Phang Nga Bay. Distribution runs through Booking.com as the official booking partner and the resort's own website (yaoyairesort.com), with all reservations, availability, pricing, and transfer arrangements routed through the platform. Pricing follows a seasonal model: high season (November 1 – April 30) and low season (May 1 – October 31). Underlying technology is standard hospitality infrastructure — free WiFi, air conditioning, modern furniture, private balconies, safety deposit boxes, and daily housekeeping — with no proprietary technology stack.

The business model is direct-to-consumer, hospitality-only, and operationally owner-managed with approximately 10 employees. Customer segments are entirely individual leisure travelers: couples seeking quiet getaways, families needing multi-bedroom configurations, and island-tour visitors coming from nearby Phuket, Krabi, and Phi Phi Islands. The resort does not publicly disclose pricing, revenue, or unit economics, and shows no evidence of external investment, public listing, or corporate parent ownership. Its stated operational priority is supporting the local island community through local hiring and produce sourcing, with a 2018 commitment to 100% sustainability (internally sourcing and producing nearly all goods except electricity and internet) and solar panels identified as the next capex goal.

Name

yao yai resort

Legal name

Eka Sav style Co., Ltd

Website

https://yaoyairesort.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Yao Yai Beach Resort is a privately-owned boutique beachfront property on Koh Yao Yai island in Phang Nga Bay, Thailand, operating 15 villas and rooms plus a beachfront restaurant and massage services for international leisure travelers and families, distributed via Booking.com and direct website bookings since 2001.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Beach Resort Hospitality

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAGAAAI

Beachfront & Coastal Full-Service Hotels

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Hotels (Full-Service)

SECONDARYTHAGACAA

Beachfront & Island Luxury Resorts

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Luxury Hotels & Resorts

Keywords

• Beachfront resort accommodation
• Tropical island hospitality
• Villa room rental
• Thai massage wellness
• Beachfront dining services

Headquarters

HQ city

Koh Yao Yai

HQ country

Thailand

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Accommodation rentals: The resort generates revenue primarily from renting out 15 villas and rooms of various categories including Grand Sea Pool Villa Deluxe, Boat Pool Villa Deluxe, Boat Pool Villa, Family Sea View Room, Beach Front Pool Room, Sea View Pool Room, and Standard Room. Room rates are quoted on Booking.com and vary by season (high season November 1 to April 30, low season May 1 to October 31).
2. Restaurant services: The resort operates an on-site beachfront restaurant called 'The Boat' offering Thai, Mediterranean, and fresh seafood cuisine. Revenue is generated from food and beverage sales including cocktails, shakes, and meals.
3. Massage and spa services: The resort offers traditional Thai massage, herbal massage, and medical massage services performed by certified therapists. Services include foot massage, head & shoulder massage, body scrubs, and aromatherapy.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Yao Yai Beach Resort operates a beachfront hospitality business on Loh Paret Beach, Koh Yao Yai, offering 15 villas and rooms (including pool villas, family rooms, and standard rooms) for short-term accommodation. The resort supplements lodging with an on-site beachfront restaurant ('The Boat') serving Thai, Mediterranean, and seafood cuisine, traditional Thai/herbal/medical massage services by certified therapists, and activities such as kayaking in Phang Nga Bay.

Product overview

Yao Yai Beach Resort is a beachfront resort on Koh Yao Yai island in Phang Nga Bay, Thailand, offering accommodation across two main categories: Villas (Grand Sea Pool Villa Deluxe, Grand Sea Villa, Boat Pool Villa Deluxe, Boat Pool Villa) and Rooms (Beach Front Pool Room, Family Sea View Room, Sea View Pool Room, Standard Room). The resort features the Boat Restaurant serving Thai, Mediterranean, and seafood cuisine, plus wellness services including Traditional Thai Massage, Herbal Massage, and Medical Massage. Activities include kayaking in Phang Nga Bay. The resort operates two seasonal periods: high season (November 1 - April 30) and low season (May 1 - October 31).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Grand Sea Pool Villa Deluxe The largest beachfront unit at the resort, located 10 meters from the beach, featuring a king size bed, large private beachfront balcony, 10 m² private swimming pool, and rooftop terrace for star-gazing or private sun-tanning. Total size 70 m², accommodates up to 4 adults.
• Grand Sea Villa Beachfront villa with direct beach access, 30 m², featuring king size bed and private balcony with garden view.
• Boat Pool Villa Deluxe Beachfront villa 25 meters from the beach with king size bed, bed-sofa, private plunge pool, and rooftop terrace for star-gazing or private sun-tanning. Total size 70 m², accommodates up to 4 adults.
• Boat Pool Villa Beachfront villa 25 meters from the beach with king size bed, bed-sofa, and private plunge pool.
• Beach Front Pool Room Beachfront villa-style room with private balcony, king size bed, garden, sea-view, located 20 meters from the beach, air conditioning. Total size 60 m². Occupancy for 2 people.
• Family Sea View Room Two-bedroom unit ideal for families with 1 king size and 1 queen size bed, a sofa and a balcony. Accommodates 4 adults and 2 kids.
• Sea View Pool Room Beachfront villa with private balcony, king size bed, garden, sea-view, 25 meters from the beach, air conditioning. Total size 45 m². Occupancy for 2 people.
• Standard Room Beachfront villa with private balcony, king size bed, garden, located 30 meters from the beach, air conditioning. Total size 44 m². Occupancy for 2 people.
• The Boat Restaurant Open architecture beachfront restaurant with breathtaking sea views, serving Thai, Mediterranean, and fresh seafood cuisine prepared with organic ingredients and delivered directly by local fishermen. Offers refreshing cocktails, shakes, and meals for resort guests and visitors.
• Traditional Thai Massage Traditional Thai massage combining reflexology, yoga, and acupressure techniques using thumbs, hands, elbows, arms, knees, and feet in a rhythmic flow of movements, performed by certified therapists.
• Herbal Massage Massage treatments using natural herbs in various forms such as oils, ointments, creams, herbal pouches, scrubs, and aromatherapy.
• Medical Massage Medical massage for treatment of chronic pain, muscle and joint pain, improving general health and well-being, relieving stress and anxiety, and facilitating rehabilitation after injury.
• Kayaking Sea kayaking experiences in Phang Nga Bay, away from crowds, suitable for small groups with no experience necessary.

Quantifiable outcome

• 50,000 guests welcomed over 17 years of operation
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Booking.comcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBooking.com is the official booking partner for Yao Yai Beach Resort. The resort directs all guests to Booking.com for reservation, room availability, prices, and transfer arrangements. The partnership is prominently featured on the resort's website with booking links on every page.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Santhiya Koh Yao Yai Resort & Spa: Full-service beachfront resort on the same Koh Yao Yai island, Thailand. Directly comparable in geography, target audience (international leisure tourists), and full-service offering including spa, F&B, and pool villas.
• Paradise Koh Yao Resort: Boutique beachfront resort in the Phang Nga Bay area (Koh Yao Noi), targeting the same segment of travelers seeking quieter island alternatives to Phuket/Krabi. Comparable product mix of beachfront villas, restaurant, and activities.
• Cape Kudu Hotel: Boutique hotel on Koh Yao Noi (sister island to Koh Yao Yai) in Phang Nga Bay. Comparable in targeting leisure travelers seeking upscale yet intimate island accommodation away from major tourist hubs.
• Koyao Bay Resort: Beachfront resort on Koh Yao Noi in Phang Nga Bay. Closely comparable in scale, target market (peaceful island escapes), and product offering including beachfront villas, restaurant, and water activities.

Broad incumbents

• Six Senses Yao Yai: Ultra-luxury resort on Koh Yao Yai (same island) operated by a global luxury hospitality brand. Comparable geographically and by segment (international leisure travelers), but operates at a much higher price point and scale.
• Trisara Phuket: Established luxury beachfront resort on Phuket, the primary gateway to Koh Yao Yai. Comparable in targeting upscale leisure travelers seeking quiet beachfront luxury, though larger scale and mainland-based.
• Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas: Full-service luxury resort in Phuket with pool villas and spa. Comparable in product features (private pool villas, beachfront setting, spa/wellness), although much larger and part of a global hospitality chain.

Regional players

• The Tubkaak Krabi Boutique Resort: Boutique beachfront resort on the Krabi mainland (accessible gateway to Phang Nga Bay islands). Comparable in product positioning as an upscale, small-scale beachfront escape for international tourists in the same broader Phang Nga region.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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