Six Senses Yao Noi

Look	Organic sustainable rustic chic
Feel	Pampered camper Slow Life*
	Six Senses Yao Noi is situated on a small island in PhangNga Bay, an area famed for its natural beauty, especially its limestone island mountains in the sea which provide idyllic views from the resort. Built in an eco-friendly manner on and around almost 24 acres of natural tropical vegetation the resort exemplifies the Six Senses philosophy of Redefining Experiences from arrival to departure. Oversized daybeds, soft organic cotton linen, architectural tree-house and rustic timber furnishings, endless culinary options and all day butler service is your invitation to the Six Senses Slow Life* - at this pace, you may never want to leave.
Location	Six Senses Yao Noi is situated on Koh Yao Noi which islocated midway between Phuket and Krabi. The resort can be accessed from both Phuket airport and Krabi airport. Both journeys combine car and boat and take about an hour (combined)
Beach	Limestone cliffs, caves and crypticrock formations rising vertically from the sea, all of which were made famous in the movie The Man with the Golden Gun is the stunning vista afforded from the private soft sandy beach with the calm crystal clear waters
pool	In addition to the 56 individual private pools in each villa, for a change of pace and place, there is a main pool facility on the resort grounds
facilities	Pool, spa, sauna, steam rooms, Jacuzzi, fitness centre, tennis courts, Thai cooking classes and wine tasting, WiFi, movie, music and book library, in-house clinic, jewellery and gallery shop, laundry and valet service, complimentary bicycle rental, yoga platform, organic vegie garden

stay	A total of 56 rooms (15 Garden Pool Villa, 14 Ocean Pool Villa, 5 Garden Deluxe Pool Villa, 9 Ocean Deluxe Pool Villa, 5 Garden 2-Bedroom Pool Villa, 2 Garden Pool Villa Suite, 4 Oceanfront Villa Suite, 1 The Retreat, 1 The Hill Top Reserve) In all rooms: open-style bathrooms, private infinity-edged pool with sundeck, personal butler, air-conditioning and fans, hair dryer, in-room safe, in-house movies, mine bar and wine fridge, espresso machine, tea & coffee making facilities, satellite/cable TV, CD/DVD player, Bose sound system with iPod docking, outdoor daybeds (which can be converted for sleeping at night)
CHECK IN/OUT	0200PM / NOON
eat & drink	The Main House – houses the trilogy: The Den, The Library and The Bar. Features sunken seating surrounded by water lilies and ponds, Asian Tapas, regional dishes and a celebrated wine cellar. The menu also feature healthy low calorie and extensive vegetarian options The Living Room & Terrace – close to the beach, this relaxed all-day alfresco dining choice with large comfy loungy booths offers world cuisine during the day and specializes in Thai Cuisine for the evenings The Dining Room – this central split-level structure features a Chef’s Table on the top level, plus a wrap-around cooking station-cum-dining bench plus a scattering of private dinning pavilions below specialises in exquisite Italian In-Villa Dining – your butler can arrange for a champagne breakfast, a private picnic or an evening barbecue beneath the stars, complete with a personal chef and waiter
butler	Each villa is attended by a butler who is trained to anticipate your every whim. Forget your toothbrush or your razor? Simply call your Butler and voila!
Spa	Spa treatments for couples and single, plus dry sauna and steam room, holistic activities such as Tai chi, Pranayama breathing and yoga, massage under the stars, facial and scalp therapies, natural Thai body therapies and Thai bath rituals are just a few offers at the Six Senses Spa
lovebirds	Highly recommended for honeymooners and couples, this is truly a retreat in every sense of the word
Weddings	Recommended for weddings and renewing your vows
children	Best suited for adults on romantic getaways.Children are welcome but no facilities except babysitting. Children under 12 stay for free when using existing bedding.
ECO FRIENDLY	Six Senses Yao Noiare committed to improving the ecological and carbon footprint from all activities associated with the resort ie. accommodations, dining, excursions, spa, sports and aquatic activities ...read more > Environmental and Social Sustainability Policy We are committed to developing a sustainable environment and community by using the indicators set out by Agenda 21 and Six Senses Carbon Calculator highlighted below. We continuously monitor our performance and sustainable activities against the target and goals set by Six Senses Carbon Calculator Benchmarks, which will be adjusted, amended and acted upon wherever appropriate, and we will continue to submit performance data on an annual basis to Social and Environmental Conscience. Our indicators include: • We shall improve our carbon footprint through improving overall energy usage, consumption and operating efficiency and use of Clean Technology. • We shall improve our water footprint through improving overall water usage, consumption and operating efficiency. • We shall treat all our waste water to avoid polluting discharges. • We shall improve our waste footprint through reduction, reuse and recycling. • We shall improve our chemical footprint with consideration of biodegradability and volatile organic compound. • We shall improve our responsible purchasing practices. • We shall improve the overall footprint of air quality and pollution (indoor / outdoor). • We shall improve the carbon footprint of all the various forms of transportation. • We shall improve the ecological footprint of biodiversity conservation, reservation and restoration within the resort as well as nearby surrounding areas. • We shall improve social and cultural issue through stakeholder engagement and contribution to local communities. We shall improve the health, safety and wellbeing of hosts, guests and local community. To support our environmental and social sustainability activities we have developed policies and procedures in line with the Six Senses Carbon Calculator. These policies and procedures will be renewed at least annually to ensure that we are always current in our approaches. We are committed to comply, wherever possible improving upon, Thai and international legislative environmental requirements, such as environmental, public and occupational health and safety, hygiene and employment legislation. We shall, wherever possible and feasible, give preference to the employment of persons living in Phuket or nearby areas, local products and services which do not adversely affect the resort's operational activities, viability and environmental and social impacts. Environmental Awareness and Capacity Development Programme An important role of Six Senses Yao Noi is to increase the environmental awareness of both hosts and guests. By improving the environmental awareness we believe that hosts will take ownership and exceed the environmental benchmarks. • Every host has to go through Six Senses Mandatory Environmental Awareness training which includes the Green Module - a general introduction to the importance of environmental conscience • Every host has to go through environmental training with regard to waste separation, composting, water saving and energy saving • Front line hosts are trained on Six Senses Yao Noi's social and environmental efforts • All hosts are divided into 4 Houses. These teams compete on a monthly basis for points they can achieve, including social and environmental activities • Environmental information is displayed on notice boards for hosts • Signage around the property is set up encouraging guests not to harm the environment • Each room has been equipped with a Little Green Book where Six Senses Yao Noi's environmental efforts are explained together with suggestions on how guests can help preserve the environment • A Nature Compendium is also available in the guest rooms • A Nature Trail is set up where guests can explore the natural beauty of Six Senses Yao Noi as well as learn about the flora and fauna • Thai cooking classes and batik painting classes are regularly conducted for guests • Traditional Thai ceremonies are arranged at appropriate dates where guests learn about Thai traditions and customs Involvement of guests in the various social and environmental activities, such as eco-tours We care for a better environment and our place with the local community! Issued 01.01.2007, Updated 22.03.2011 Mr. Manish Puri General Manager Environmental Recognition • Smoke Free Hotel Certification by Green Leaf Foundation in 2009 • 2009-2011 Smoke Free Hotel Grand Award awarded by Green Leaf Foundation cooperate with Thai Health Promotion Foundation • HICAP’s Sustainable Hotel Awards 2009. The winner in “Sustainable Project Design” • Wild Asia's Responsible Tourism Award 2008 The winner in “The Best of Asia Luxury and Boutique Resort”
GIVING BACK	A central part of Evason& Six Senses Spa at Yao Noi and Six Senses' philosophy is to give something back to the local community in which we operate. For this reason, we set aside for social and environmental purposes the Social and Environmental Responsibility Fund ,0.5% of the revenue....read more> A selection of our activities is listed below: • From before the opening we have offered English language and technical training for free to local people • Waste management project for the whole of Yao Noi Island in cooperation with the Advisory Board of Koh Yao Noi • Arranging beach cleaning activities on a regular basis • Encouraging guests to off-set their carbon emissions from flying with Six Senses Carbon Offset Programme through Converging World • Encouraging guests to donate to Care for Children • Offering job opportunities to the local community • Giving preference to local suppliers and locally sourced products

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Six Senses Yao Noi Thailand, Thailand