Keemala

THAILAND

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Keemala

THAILAND

KEEMALA

THAILAND

PERSONALITIES

Wellness seekers. Nature lovers. Couples in search of retreat. Families seeking an escape. Design enthusiasts.

MOMENTS

Waking to misty jungle views from a treehouse villa. Floating in your private pool as the sun lights the rainforest canopy. Yoga at dawn. Listening to the jungle breathe around your clay-and-wood sanctuary.

BEST VISITING MONTHS

Phuket is warm all year long. The rainy, or monsoon season is from September until October.

COST

WHY STAY

Tucked into the misty hills of Phuket’s Kamala Valley, Keemala is a sanctuary where rainforest, sea, and sky converge. Perched above the Andaman coast, the resort offers sweeping views and a sense of quiet seclusion, a place to pause, breathe, and reconnect with nature. Surrounded by verdant foliage and the calls of tropical wildlife, Keemala invites guests to step into a world where privacy, serenity, and the rhythm of the natural landscape define every moment.

Keemala’s architecture is a story in itself, inspired by Phuket’s cultural heritage and the mythical tales of four imagined tribes: the Earth, the Wanderers, the Sky, and the Nest people. Each of the 38 pool villas reflects these traditions, blending harmoniously with the jungle and hillside. From the earthy Clay Pool Cottages to the whimsical Bird’s Nest Pool Villas, every space transports guests into a realm of imagination, where design, material, and setting are in dialogue with the surrounding landscape.

Wellness flows through every facet of Keemala. The Mala Spa draws on ancient healing practices, offering treatments that restore body, mind, and spirit. Yoga, meditation, and ritual baths complement the villas’ private pools and open-air terraces, creating a holistic sanctuary where each stay is as restorative as it is luxurious.

WHY WANDER

Keemala is a sanctuary for body, mind, and spirit. Yoga and meditation unfold in open-air pavilions and forested clearings, where the sounds of birdsong and rustling leaves guide each breath. The Mala Spa offers rituals rooted in ancient healing traditions, from herbal therapies to therapeutic massages, allowing guests to pause, restore, and reconnect. For a deeper immersion, the Holistic Living Retreats provide curated experiences in mindfulness, movement, and rejuvenation, weaving wellness seamlessly into every moment of your stay.

For those drawn to the wild, the surrounding rainforest becomes both playground and classroom. Guided jungle treks and nature walks reveal native flora and fauna, while expert guides share stories of the valley’s ecology and conservation efforts. Adventure seekers can soar along zip lines, climb the cliffs nearby, or explore Phuket’s turquoise coastline at Patong and Surin beaches.

INDULGE IN

The resort’s restaurants celebrate Thai flavors with locally sourced ingredients, from aromatic herbs and spices to seafood caught along Phuket’s coast. Each dish is crafted with care, balancing tradition and innovation, whether it’s a fragrant curry, a jungle-inspired salad, or a tropical dessert beneath the canopy.

GETTING THERE

Keemala is tucked into the hills of Phuket’s Kamala Valley, a serene escape away from the island’s bustling beaches. The journey begins at Phuket International Airport, where a scenic drive of approximately 40 minutes winds through coconut groves, rainforest, and gentle hills.

WILD INITIATIVES

Keemala is designed with deep respect for the land it inhabits. Architecture and villas are integrated into the jungle rather than imposed upon it, preserving native flora and fauna. Rainwater harvesting, energy-efficient systems, and eco-friendly materials reduce the resort’s environmental footprint, while locally sourced ingredients and artisanal craftsmanship support the surrounding communities. Every element—from the clay-brick cottages to the herbal spa rituals—is conceived to harmonize with nature, creating a luxury experience that nurtures both guests and the ecosystem around them.

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Rayavadee

THAILAND

Rayavadee

THAILAND

Rayavadee

KRABI, THAILAND

The Personalities

Nature seekers. Ocean dreamers. Timeless romantics. Explorers of the ancient.

Moments

Sunrise paddles. Limestone cliffs ablaze. Coconut oil and salt skin. A swim through emerald silence.

Best Visiting Months

November – April, when the sea is calm, the skies are wide open, and the Andaman glows in full color.

Cost

Why stay

Tucked between three pristine beaches and backed by Krabi’s iconic limestone cliffs, Rayavadee rests at the edge of Krabi Marine National Park, where land, water, and sky merge into a natural amphitheater of breathtaking beauty. Accessible only by boat, it feels like the last page of the map; a sanctuary that reveals itself slowly, with each ripple of tide and sound of cicadas echoing through the palms.

The architecture dissolves into the jungle — thatched-roof pavilions rise like forest dwellings, hidden beneath the shade of coconut palms and ficus trees. Designed with natural materials and subtle luxury, Rayavadee carries the essence of its environment: open-air spaces, local teak, stone, and the quiet rhythm of Thai craftsmanship. Inside, a philosophy of balance guides every detail — blending heritage, sustainability, and understated refinement.

Wellness here is instinctive. Spa rituals borrow from ancient Thai healing, treatments unfold in open pavilions surrounded by tropical gardens, and the sea becomes part of every therapy. Founded by the Premchai Karnasuta family, Rayavadee was conceived not as a resort but as a living extension of Krabi’s ecosystem, a place to reconnect with nature’s slower pulse.

Why wander

Explore Phra Nang Cave Beach, where legend and spirituality linger in shrines dedicated to the sea goddess. Kayak through mangrove forests alive with kingfishers, or take a longtail boat to Hong Islands, where hidden lagoons open like blue secrets beneath limestone towers.

Hike to the Tiger Cave Temple, ascending 1,200 steps into clouds and panoramic silence. Or dive below the surface — the coral gardens around Koh Poda and Koh Kai reveal a spectrum of marine life untouched by time.

Back on land, sunset brings the cliffs to life in gold. Rock climbers dangle like silhouettes, and longtails drift by carrying fresh catch for dinner. Krabi’s wild soul reveals itself in its quiet — the kind that fills you completely.

Indulge in

Four restaurants define Rayavadee’s culinary rhythm — from the romantic Grotto, set beneath a limestone cavern on the sand, to Raya Dining, where southern Thai cuisine meets refined presentation. Fresh seafood, tamarind sauces, and coconut-based curries reflect the coastal terroir. Each meal feels like a taste of land, water, and sky combined — an edible map of Krabi.

Getting There

Arrive via a scenic 20-minute speedboat from Ao Nang or Krabi Pier, gliding past cliffs that rise like cathedrals from the sea. Krabi International Airport is about 40 minutes by car from the pier.

WILD INITIATIVES

Rayavadee is a long-standing advocate for marine and forest conservation in Krabi. The resort actively supports The Plant for the Planet Foundation, helps preserve local mangrove ecosystems, and funds beach cleanups and coral restoration. It also partners with nearby communities through craft initiatives and education programs, ensuring that the people and the place flourish together.

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Sri Panwa

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Sri Panwa

THAILAND