Soneva Kiri
Ko Kood, Trat, Thailand
Soneva Kiri is a secluded island retreat on Koh Kood, Thailand's fourth-largest yet least populated island. Surrounded by rainforest and crystal-clear waters, the resort offers access to some of the country's most beautiful beaches and a chance to experience genuine Thai hospitality. Emphasizing sustainability and authentic experiences, guests can reconnect with nature while enjoying attentive service and unique amenities.
Ideal for families seeking spacious rooms with personalized touches or couples desiring a romantic escape in a natural setting, the resort tailors experiences to individual preferences. Initiatives like the Solar Reef conservation project and organic gardens supplying the on-site restaurants showcase the resort's commitment to environmental stewardship and cultural authenticity.
Rooms and suites
Soneva Kiri offers 32 villas ranging from one to five bedrooms, thoughtfully designed to harmonize with the island's natural surroundings. Each villa features expansive indoor and outdoor living areas, private infinity pools and open-air bathrooms set amid the jungle. Interiors utilize natural materials and minimalist décor to create a tranquil atmosphere.
Guests can choose beachside villas with direct access to the sand, clifftop residences boasting ocean views or jungle villas immersed in lush foliage. For families or larger groups, multi-bedroom villas include children's treehouses and waterslides. Each villa comes with personal bicycles or an electric buggy, along with the attentive service of a Barefoot Guardian to cater to guests' needs.
Amenities and experiences
Eight venues offering diverse cuisines — Thai dishes at Kruua Mae Tuk, Nikkei fusion at The View, sweet treats at So Guilty and So Chilled, as well as the unique Treepod Dining elevated in the rainforest canopy with dishes delivered via zipline.
Soneva Kiri Spa provides treatments, traditional Thai therapies, yoga, meditation and a fitness center nestled in the rainforest.
The Den and Eco Den offer spaces for arts, music and learning, supervised by professional childminders.
Snorkeling at Koh Raet's Solar Reef, scuba diving, sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding and night snorkeling to observe bioluminescent plankton.
Guided treks to Yai Ki waterfall, rainforest exploration and visits to Ao Salat fishing village to experience local culture.
Open-air jungle cinema screening classic films under the stars.
Dining cruises, sunset boat trips and the Koh Kradad Safari to explore lagoons and encounter wild deer.
Khun Tuk’s Thai cooking classes and the Mushroom Cave Lunch featuring mushrooms from the resort's own Mushroom Hut.
