Elixir Resort Koh Yao Yai
A secluded beachfront resort near the southern end of Koh Yao Yai, among the most remote places to stay on the two Yao islands.
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- Phone
- 087 808 3838
- Website
- elixirkohyaoyai.com/
About Elixir Resort Koh Yao Yai
Elixir Resort sits near the southern end of Koh Yao Yai, about as far from anything as you can get on the two Yao islands. It's a beachfront resort in Phru Nai, and the remoteness is the whole proposition, a place to sit still for a few days rather than a base for exploring.
That location shapes the stay. The island's villages, piers and the Laem Haad sandbar are all a long ride north, and Koh Yao Noi is further still, so plan to eat on the property and arrange transfers through the resort rather than relying on public boats.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Pair your visit. After Elixir Resort Koh Yao Yai, round out your day in Phuket with contrasting stops nearby.
99 Phru Nai, Ko Yao Yai, Ko Yao District, Phang Nga 83000, Thailand
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Elixir Resort Koh Yao Yai: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elixir Resort Koh Yao Yai worth visiting?
Elixir Resort Koh Yao Yai holds a 4.5★ rating from 782 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated hotels & resorts in Phuket.
When is the best time to visit Elixir Resort Koh Yao Yai?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: June – September (rough seas).
Where is Elixir Resort Koh Yao Yai located?
Elixir Resort Koh Yao Yai is at 99 Phru Nai, Ko Yao Yai, Ko Yao District, Phang Nga 83000, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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