Secluded Thai-style retreat in Phi Phi offers peaceful alternative for island lovers

SAii Phi Phi Island Village provides a tranquil haven on Koh Phi Phi, away from the island's famous party scene, combining traditional Thai design with modern facilities and personalised transfers for a serene island escape.

Koh Phi Phi is often sold as a place of late-night beach bars and backpacker mayhem, but SAii Phi Phi Island Village offers a very different way to experience the island. Set on a private 800-metre stretch of white sand in Loh Ba Gao Bay, the resort trades the bustle of Tonsai for quiet, greenery and a sense of seclusion that will appeal most to couples, honeymooners and travellers who want Phi Phi without the crowds. According to the resort, it sits about 45 minutes from Maya Bay, giving guests access to the island’s most famous scenery while keeping them well away from the busiest parts of the main town.

The property is built as a small Thai-style village, with 189 bungalows and 12 hillside pool villas spread across 70 acres of tropical grounds. The bungalows lean into a traditional island look, with timber finishes and thatched roofs, while the villas add extra privacy and sea views for those willing to be a little further uphill. Reviews from guests on Trip.com have been broadly positive, especially for the setting, cleanliness and service, with the resort scoring 8.9 out of 10 across hundreds of ratings.

For holidaymakers, the draw is as much about the facilities as the location. SAii lists two large pools, a spa, a fitness room, tennis courts, a PADI dive centre and several places to eat and drink, including beachfront and Thai dining options. The hotel also has family-friendly touches, such as a children’s pool and babysitting on request, so it is not just a grown-up hideaway. Behind the resort, a small local village adds useful everyday convenience, with simple restaurants, minimarts and massage parlours within walking distance.

What also sets the stay apart is the arrival. Rather than the standard ferry-and-pier routine, guests can be transferred from Phuket to the resort’s beachside setting, making the journey part of the escape rather than a chore. For travellers who want Phi Phi’s dramatic limestone scenery, snorkelling and access to Maya Bay, but would rather sleep somewhere peaceful and polished, SAii Phi Phi Island Village makes a strong case for itself.