The Village Coconut Island, Resort hotel on Koh Maphrao island in Phang Nga province, Thailand.
This beachfront resort features 236 suites and villas spread along 1600 feet of private sandy shoreline, complete with infinity pools, waterslides, and beachfront villas with private pools overlooking Phang Nga Bay's calm waters.
Originally established as a private retreat, the resort later opened to the public while maintaining traditional Thai architectural elements combined with contemporary amenities, creating an exclusive island destination for discerning travelers.
Guests can immerse themselves in Thai culinary traditions through the resort's cooking school, where they learn to prepare authentic local dishes using traditional ingredients before enjoying their creations in a tropical garden setting.
Access to the island is exclusively by water taxi from Royal Phuket Marina, with 24-hour boat service available and journey times ranging from 10 to 30 minutes depending on weather conditions and tidal schedules.
The resort experiences occasional power outages common to this remote island location, and tap water is not potable, requiring guests to purchase bottled water beyond the complimentary bottles provided upon check-in.
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