Ko Racha Yai

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The Racha

The Racha

5 out of 5
42/12-13 Moo 5 Rawai Ko Racha Yai Phuket
$400 nightly
The price is $434 total per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
$434 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Ko Racha Yai. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attraction Batok Beach is located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (424 reviews)
"Everything was nice beautiful and neat"

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2026

The Racha
Paradox Resort Phuket

Paradox Resort Phuket

5 out of 5
509 Patak Road Karon Phuket
$152 nightly
The price is $164 total per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
$164 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Karon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"The Paradox resort is very well located within proximity to Karon beach, shops, bars amd restaurants. Our room was upgraded to the penthouse suite which is very spacious and it even has a mini pool on the roof. Unfortunately, there was a lot of rain the first day and there were several leaks from ..."

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2026

Paradox Resort Phuket
Mandarava Resort and Spa Karon Beach

Mandarava Resort and Spa Karon Beach

4.5 out of 5
14/2 Patak Road Soi 24 Karon Phuket
$168 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
$183 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Karon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing! Had a great time"

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2026

Mandarava Resort and Spa Karon Beach
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Elite Atoll Serviced Apartments

Elite Atoll Serviced Apartments

5 out of 5
241 Soi Saiyuan 16 Rawai Chang Wat Phuket
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Rawai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rawai Beach and Kata Noi Beach are located ...
Elite Atoll Serviced Apartments
Saturdays Residence by Brown Starling

Saturdays Residence by Brown Starling

4 out of 5
136/275-276 Saiyuan-Kata Rd. Rawai Phuket
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rawai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rawai Beach and Kata Noi Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
"Mosquitos in room and intense smell of"

Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

Saturdays Residence by Brown Starling
Fisherman Way Beach Villa

Fisherman Way Beach Villa

4 out of 5
5/11 Moo 5, Wiset Road Rawai Phuket
Book a stay at this beach villa in Rawai. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Rawai Beach and Kata Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"Lovely room, cleaned daily. Staff are very pleasant and friendly. Mostly quiet. Excellent views and near local shops, restaurants. Only issue we had was that there was 1 room key - this was difficult to manage as we were 3 groups of adults who didn't do everything together. 2 keys would have been ..."

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Fisherman Way Beach Villa
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Stay near popular Ko Racha Yai attractions

Batok Beach

8.0/10 (2 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Batok Beach during your travels in Ko Racha Yai? Discover the restaurants in this relaxing area, or seek out the snorkeling spots.
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Things to do

Banana Beach

Coral Island Escape: Speedboat & Beach Discovery Tour

$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coral Island Escape: Speedboat & Beach Discovery Tour
Join Tour Racha, Coral Island and Maithon Island by Speedboat from Phuket

Join Tour Racha, Coral Island and Maithon Island by Speedboat from Phuket

$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Join Tour Racha, Coral Island and Maithon Island by Speedboat from Phuket
Phi Phi Island Deluxe Plus 4 Islands

Everyday Banana Beach Day Trip – Sun, Sea & Snorkeling Every Day!

$60
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Everyday Banana Beach Day Trip – Sun, Sea & Snorkeling Every Day!
Racha & Coral Island Trip by Luxury Catamaran From Phuket

Racha & Coral Island Trip by Luxury Catamaran From Phuket

$54
per adult
Racha & Coral Island Trip by Luxury Catamaran From Phuket
Coral, Racha and Maithon Island Snorkeling by Speedboat

Coral, Racha and Maithon Island Snorkeling by Speedboat

$57
per adult
Coral, Racha and Maithon Island Snorkeling by Speedboat
Phuket: Racha & Coral Island Day Trip by OMBRE Yacht

Phuket: Racha & Coral Island Day Trip by OMBRE Yacht

$111
per adult
Phuket: Racha & Coral Island Day Trip by OMBRE Yacht
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Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Ko Racha Yai?
Ko Racha Yai is enjoyable year-round, with a consistently warm climate from January through December. For travelers seeking fewer crowds and potentially better value, the quieter months of May through August are a good option, offering a more relaxed experience.
What is a good itinerary length for Ko Racha Yai?
A good itinerary length for Ko Racha Yai is one to two days to enjoy Batok Beach and activities like the Big Game Fishing Full-Day Tour. For an extended stay of three to four days, travelers can add more scuba diving, fishing, or a Coral and Racha Islands Luxury Catamaran Experience. See Ko Racha Yai Activities.
What are the top things to do in and around Ko Racha Yai?
Ko Racha Yai is a great spot for water activities and enjoying beautiful natural sights.

  • Stroll along Batok Beach, a beautiful natural area
  • Experience a Discover Scuba Diving Tour for beginners
  • Enjoy a Luxury Catamaran Experience to Coral and Racha Islands
  • Go on a full-day snorkeling trip to Racha Noi and Racha Yai
  • Try a Big Game Fishing Full-Day Tour.

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