The Racha Hotel - Koh Racha Yai

$$$$||View on mapKoh Racha Yai, Thailand42/12-13 Moo 5, Amphoe Muang, Phuket, Koh Racha Yai, Thailand, 83130|
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The Racha Hotel - Koh Racha Yai
42/12-13 Moo 5, Amphoe Muang, Phuket, Koh Racha Yai, Thailand, 83130·View on map
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Overall Score
Great · 136 reviews
8.7Great
Location9.7
Free WiFi9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Couples43%
Families35%
Groups17%
Solo4%

Overview

Overall Score
Great · 136 reviews
8.7Great
Location9.7
Free WiFi9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Couples43%
Families35%
Groups17%
Solo4%

5-star island resort with World Travel Awards 2022 - Best Island Resort, set on Batok Beach with private Infinity pools and complimentary speedboat transfers

Amenities & Facilities

The Racha Hotel Koh Racha Yai offers two swimming pools: an adults-only infinity pool overlooking the Andaman Sea and a separate family pool. Guests have access to free watersports equipment including kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear. The resort also provides tennis courts, bicycle rental, and daily yoga classes for all skill levels.

Accommodations

The Racha features 85 villas, of which 30 include private Infinity pools. Room categories range from Garden View Villas to the two-bedroom Grand Pool Suites and the unique 5-story Lighthouse accommodation with panoramic sea views. Each villa has a private terrace, iPod dock, and DVD player.

Location & Arrival

The resort is set directly on Batok Beach, a stretch of white sand on Racha Yai Island. Guests arrive via complimentary speedboat transfers from Chalong Bay in Phuket, a 35-minute ride. Nearby diving sites include Lucy's Reef and several natural beauty spots across the island.

Dining

Dining options include four on-site venues: Sunset Beach Restaurant for grilled seafood and steaks, Earth Cafe for international dishes, Fire Grill for fine dining, and Bamboo Restaurant. The resort offers farm-to-table ingredients grown on the island and a daily happy hour at the beachside Ice Bar. Special diet menus and kids' meals are available upon request.

Wellness & Activities

The Anumba Spa provides private treatment rooms for body massages, flower baths, and steam rooms. The on-site dive center offers PADI scuba diving courses, guided snorkeling tours, and fishing trips. Guests can also join guided hikes to viewpoint, cooking classes, or walking tours of the island's local culture.

  • Awards: World Travel Awards 2022 - Best Island Resort
  • Location: 5-star resort on Batok Beach, 35-min speedboat from Chalong Bay
  • Rooms: 85 villas, 30 with private pools, 5-story Lighthouse accommodation
  • Dining: 4 restaurants including Sunset Beach Restaurant and Fire Grill
  • Pools: Adults-only infinity pool and family pool with views
  • Wellness: Anumba Spa with private treatment rooms, flower baths, yoga classes
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
All visitors are offered a buffet breakfast for a fee. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Chinese, Bahasa Indonesian, Malay, Burmese, Thai, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Year renovated:2006
Number of rooms:85
Former name
the racha - sha plus
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Rooms and availability

Grand Two-Bedroom Suite
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Double beds
  • Shower
  • Private pool
Grand Two-Bedroom King Suite
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds
  • Shower
  • Jacuzzi
Villa
  • Max:
    5 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Jacuzzi

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's menu

Cots

Private beach

Beach access

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Billiard tables
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Pool with view

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • Pool view
  • Partial View

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
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Essential information about The Racha Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 178 £
📏 Distance to centre 400 m
✈️ Distance to airport 48.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Phuket, HKT

Location

42/12-13 Moo 5, Amphoe Muang, Phuket, Koh Racha Yai, Thailand, 83130
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42/12-13 Moo 5, Amphoe Muang, Phuket, Koh Racha Yai, Thailand, 83130
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Island
Koh Racha Yai
10 m
Rawai
Patok Beach
140 m
Koh Racha Yai Island
40 m
Beach
Racha Beach
140 m
Restaurant
Racha Island resort
960 m

Reviews of The Racha Hotel

8.7 /10
Great
136 reviews
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FAQ about The Racha

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the elegant The Racha Hotel hotel?
Racha Beach is 150 meters from the elegant The Racha Hotel hotel, and Patok Beach, which is merely a 5-minute walk away.
Which airport is the closest to The Racha Hotel?
The closest airport to The Racha Hotel is Phuket airport (50 km) and it is reachable with a 46-minute drive.
Does The Racha Hotel hotel provide an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle which will take you to The Racha Hotel hotel with a 46-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there a parking at the elegant The Racha Hotel hotel?
Yes, guests of the elegant The Racha Hotel hotel can take advantage of free private parking on site.
Can I have breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the hotel.
What time is check-in and check-out at this elegant hotel?
Guests of this elegant hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00 to 11:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.
What payment methods are available in the elegant The Racha Hotel hotel?
At the elegant The Racha Hotel hotel, you can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard.
What are the room types offered by the The Racha Hotel hotel?
Deluxe Villa, Deluxe King Room, and Grand Deluxe Room are among the room types available at the The Racha Hotel hotel.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at this elegant hotel?
Most rooms at this elegant hotel include a balcony and a sitting area, an extra bed and air conditioning, while suites offer sound-proofed windows and boast garden views.
Is the staff at the elegant The Racha Hotel hotel multilingual?
Yes, the staff of the elegant The Racha Hotel hotel can assist you in Burmese, Thai, Malay, Bahasa Indonesian, and Tagalog / Filipino.
Which facilities are available in the The Racha Hotel?
Top locations of the The Racha Hotel include a storage for belongings and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service.
What are the spa options at the elegant The Racha Hotel hotel?
At a wellness centre featured at the elegant The Racha Hotel hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as body scrub and body treatments. Additionally, a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna are offered on-site.
Is there a swimming pool in the The Racha Hotel hotel?
Yes, there is a swimming pool as well as a sauna and a jacuzzi at the The Racha Hotel hotel.
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