Soneva Kiri

When we reached the cliff tops circling our private bay, we knew the hike had been ecstatically worth the journey. We set about discerning the best spots for luxury villas, where we could tuck pavilions, decks, private pools, master bedroom suites and sheltered outdoor bathrooms into the forest cliffs. Feel the primal satisfaction of standing on high and surveying the world before you, or retreat into the intimate hidden nooks and niches, sealing yourself away into a world of your own amidst the lush green jungle. Your haven, constructed of sustainable wood, nestles you amidst the island’s raw beauty. Explore its ins and outs, strolling from the master bedroom and its magnificent sea views to the walk-through dressing area, outdoor garden bathroom courtyard, living room pavilion or lower level pool. Your environmentally friendly electric buggy awaits, saving you the hikes that led to your perch’s discovery.

After sharing magical moments at the water’s edge, there was no doubt in our minds that many of our guests would find their own dream spot right on the soft white sands. Let the blue ocean views lull you into the blissful pace of the Thai island’s tranquil living. Sink into one of the shaded cushioned day beds and sun loungers around your private freeform swimming pool and beachside gardens. Bathe and shower by starlight in your outdoor bathroom – a jungle hideaway of elephant ear palms and other lush green draping. Then slip between the organic cotton sheets on the pillow-topped king-sized bed of your sea-facing luxury master bedroom.

Awaken in the luxurious master bedroom suite. Descend to the dining area for breakfast in the intimacy of the retreat. Continue onwards to the entertainment pavilion and kick back with a leisurely game or two, or perhaps take a dip in your half-moon pool after treatments on your own private spa deck.

Awaken in the luxurious master bedroom suite, proceed through your private dressing area to a glorious open-air bathroom. Descend to the dining area for breakfast in the intimacy of the retreat. Continue onwards to the entertainment pavilion and kick back with a leisurely game or two, or perhaps dip in your half-moon pool after treatments on your own private spa deck.

A hideaway filled with whimsy, rustic-chic sustainable design and unabashed indulgences, this Reserve is perfect for families, with a large master bedroom, a second bedroom, separate living room with a dining deck under the stars and the “tree house” for children – complete with bunk beds, its own shower, dressing area and a private deck from where the slide goes down to the pool. Bask in the large garden with private beach area - perfect to relax on lazy afternoons.

The villa’s rustic-chic escape stretches generously across the island’s tropical hillside in an endless sprawl of pavilions, decks, daybeds and sun loungers. Children will find their new favorite hideaway in the tree house and delight in the surge of riding the snaking slide into the infinite lake of the freeform swimming pool. Feast together around the outdoor dining table with wine from your personal cellar.

Gaze out at the horizon from this naturally luxe clifftop roost. Watch the dancing of palm fronds and slow float of cloud reflection on the surface of your infinity pool, the centerpiece of the villa. Swim past your collection of tropical pavilions as you make your way from one side of your cliff-perched compound to the other, stopping to take in the view from the edge along the way. Slide, swim and sip your way across the sustainable-luxe spaces of your villa at the jungle’s apex.

Perched in the dense tree cover of the hills, this 5-bedroom
luxury villa is a perfect getaway for families; though a group of friends or even a duo of families travelling together may find it ideal. Children will find their new favorite hideaway in the tree house and delight in the surge of riding the snaking slide into the infinite lake of the freeform swimming pool. Feast together around the outdoor dining table with wine from your personal cellar.

Our Sunset Ocean View Pool Reserve floats over the most spectacular hillside stretch. Private and protected, this luxurious playground shelters you atop jungle slopes. Wake up in the sea-facing master bedroom or the whimsically-inspired tree house. Bathe and shower by starlight in garden bathrooms, a contained rainforest for sensuality and serenity. Stock your personal cellar with your favorite wines, then cork-pop over feasts around your dining table. Lounge on terraces and decks amidst the forest peaks.

Our “castle in the sand,” the Private Beach Pool Reserve towers over the sea and is embraced by jungle. The master bedroom and three additional bedrooms all feature outdoor bathrooms so you can soak in the starlight or shower in the sun’s rays. The fifth bedroom is a tree house with bunk beds and a slide into the swimming pool. Treat your body like a temple with your personal gym overlooking the blue or the private spa deck, perfect for meditative and healing treatments.

Take in the stunning view out across the Gulf of Thailand while experiencing Nikkei cuisine, a fusion of flavors from Japan and Peru. Chef Christophe effortlessly blends the delicacy and nuance of the Japanese culinary tradition with the vibrant and zesty flavors of Peru.

Dine on a plant-based menu inspired by Mexican and Thai cuisine. Go on a journey through the Organic Garden, learning about the ingredients that create the nutrient-dense, colorful dishes; all of which that can be paired with natural wines. The experience includes a Medicinal Mixology cocktail class with the Botanical Bartender and stargazing.

Perched atop rocky cliffs, The Dining Room invites you to create lasting memories. At breakfast, bask in a leisurely ambiance as you choose from an array of enticing morning delights. Take your pick from a wealth of global dishes and specialties at dinner.

Take fine dining to new heights. Comfortably seated in a bamboo pod, we hoist you up into the tropical foliage of Koh Kood’s ancient rainforest. Gaze out across the boulder-covered shoreline dancing with gentle waves, as you savor gourmet delights and wines, delivered via the zip-line acrobatics of your personal waiter.

Visit the Living Room to discover delectable dishes that can trace their culinary heritage back to the days of the Indian Maharajahs, Maharanis and their lavish palaces. Dine on a sumptuous menu spiced with the subtle flavors of India’s traditional Northern Frontier cuisine and a touch of the Middle East.

So Spirited is our poolside restaurant perched on a cliff, overlooking the sea beyond. Savor sweet juices from local Thai fruits, snack on late-afternoon bites, and enjoy a wide range of cocktails and mocktails to cool off after a day in the sun.

Dine beneath palm trees with your toes in the snow-white sand on an ever-changing menu after swimming in the crystal-clear sea. Choose from pit-cooked meats and seafood, barbecues, burgers, sandwiches and more. Sip on refreshing cocktails and coolers, ice cold beers or smoothies.