Name: Zeavola Resort
Address: 11 Moo 8 Laem Tong, Ao Nang, Krabi, 81000 Phi Phi Don, Thailand, 11 Moo 8 Laem Tong, Ao Nang, Krabi, Phi Phi Islands, 81000, Thailand
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £212 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.9

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Resort Zeavola Resort

This is a Preferred Partner property. It is committed to providing guests with a positive experience thanks to its commendable service and good value. This property may pay Booking.com a bit more to be in this Programme. Beach. This property is either next to the beach or will have its own private access Airport shuttle. Airport shuttle available for an additional charge. You can request this in the next step.

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The bed was the comfiest bed I've ever slept on! The whole place was just amazing, a little slice of tranquility suitable for those who are wanting a break from the bustle of city life.

Samantha, Australia

Absolutely everything!! The setting is in the midst of paradise, secluded, quiet and beautifully maintained. Loved the beach sand walkways . The beach was beautiful and clean

Jemima, South Africa

Wonderful location, far away from low key tourism, exceptional spa, great staff and amazing restaurant! Cannot ask for more!

Carlotta, France

Location! Zion (the owner?) was lovely and caring. Nice breakfast.

Kate, Australia

Zeavola is a top class resort with everything you could think of thought of for you. Staff are super and couldn't help enough during our stay. Food is top notch. And the beach is like heaven.

Aidan, Ireland

The hotel is secluded and tranquil - the rooms are in the forest that adds to a fantastic experience

Luzaan, United Arab Emirates

Everything. We really enjoyed the whole stay. The staff were very helpful and attentive. The Spa was relaxing and professional. The food was very good and the choice of activities was pretty good too. The dining room staff especially were helpful with our baby. Sa was really helpful with him and Kob helped to look after him as well. Bank and the others were very helpful with our own meals and snacks

Johncuts, Myanmar

The bed was comfy, the staff were very kind. The place was absolutely perfect for relaxed beach days

Alan, Ireland

Relaxed atmosphere great rooms. Located in a beautiful setting which they care about protecting.

Sophie, Australia

Absolutely wonderful. The beach is fantastic and during our stay there were not many people out there. We have enyoed the unspoilt beach and hotel in September 2018. Food in the hotel was fantastic and we also did not suffer of any mosquitos because the hotel has its own way to keep them away from the hotel area. All in one it was a perfect stay, a real 5 class hotel.

Jacqueline, Germany

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9.2

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What guests loved the most:
“The bed was the comfiest bed I've ever slept on! The whole place was just amazing, a little slice of tranquility suitable for those who are wanting a break from the bustle of city life.”

Samantha Australia
“Absolutely everything!! The setting is in the midst of paradise, secluded, quiet and beautifully maintained. Loved the beach sand walkways . The beach was beautiful and clean”

Jemima South Africa
“Wonderful location, far away from low key tourism, exceptional spa, great staff and amazing restaurant! Cannot ask for more!”

Carlotta France
“Location! Zion (the owner?) was lovely and caring. Nice breakfast.”

Kate Australia
“Zeavola is a top class resort with everything you could think of thought of for you. Staff are super and couldn't help enough during our stay. Food is top notch. And the beach is like heaven.”

Aidan Ireland
“The hotel is secluded and tranquil - the rooms are in the forest that adds to a fantastic experience”

Luzaan United Arab Emirates
“Everything. We really enjoyed the whole stay. The staff were very helpful and attentive. The Spa was relaxing and professional. The food was very good and the choice of activities was pretty good too....”

Johncuts Myanmar
“The bed was comfy, the staff were very kind. The place was absolutely perfect for relaxed beach days”

Alan Ireland
“Relaxed atmosphere great rooms. Located in a beautiful setting which they care about protecting.”

Sophie Australia
“Absolutely wonderful. The beach is fantastic and during our stay there were not many people out there. We have enyoed the unspoilt beach and hotel in September 2018. ”

Jacqueline Germany

Experience world-class service at Zeavola Resort

A 10-acre tropical retreat on the northern tip of Phi Phi Island, the luxurious Zeavola Resort offers spacious accommodation resting on white sands of Laem Tong Beach. The resort features a private beach area, an outdoor pool and a therapeutic spa centre.

Apart from PADI diving courses, Zann Zanook activity centre offers guided island-hopping and shark-spotting tours. It also provides sports equipment so guests can play volleyball or Frisbee on the beach.

Nestled among gardens, Zeavola’s wooden suites are designed like island houses. Each suite has satellite TV, a minibar and coffee/tea making facilities. The private bathrooms include outdoor rain showers.

Baxil Restaurant offers a buffet breakfast and freshly cooked Thai specialities along with a good selection of international wines. Featuring Mediterranean menu, the beachfront Tacada Restaurant & Bar serves delicious seafood and barbecue dishes. Room service is available 24 hours.

Zeavola Resort is around 29.8 miles away from Phuket City. For added convenience, island transfers via speedboat between Phi Phi and Phuket are also available for a surcharge.

This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Phi Phi Don! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Phi Phi Don! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Beachfront

Swimming pool

Free WiFi

Outdoor pool

Airport shuttle

Fitness centre

Good for couples - they rate the facilities 9.0 for two-person stays.

Currency exchange: Need local currency? This property offers currency exchange on site.

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“beautiful beach”
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“boutique style”

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Asian, American

Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Our luxury Phi Phi Island suite accommodation features the extensive use of hand-hewn teakwood, creating the spacious yet intimate feel of local island houses.

Property surroundings – Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!

Closest landmarks

Tong Cape
0.6 miles
Pirate Island Adventures
2.9 miles
Ton Sai Pier
2.9 miles
Ao Poh Bay
4.1 miles
Viking Cave
6.1 miles
Phra Nang Cave
16.5 miles
Railay Rock Climbing Point
16.5 miles
Princess Lagoon
16.5 miles
Ao Phai Plong
17.5 miles
McDonald, Aonang
18.1 miles

Restaurants and markets

Sawasdee Restaurant
0.1 miles
Local Supermarket
0.1 miles

Closest airports

Krabi International Airport
26.7 miles
Phuket International Airport
38.6 miles
Trang Airport
61.4 miles

What travellers love about this location

“Wonderful location, far away from low key tourism, exceptional spa, great staff and amazing restaurant! Cannot ask for more! ”

Carlotta

France

9.5

“Zeavola is a top class resort with everything you could think of thought of for you. Staff are super and couldn't help enough during our stay. Food is top ...”

Aidan

Ireland

9.1

“Location, beach, hotel room/villa, staff”

Liam

United Kingdom

9.1

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2 restaurants on site

Baxil

Cuisine: Thai

Open for: Breakfast, Dinner
Tacada

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Open for: Lunch, Dinner

Menu: À la carte

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Check-in

14:00 - 19:00

Check-out

06:00 - 12:00

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Children are welcome

1 - 2 years

Can use a cot

FREE

The maximum number of cots allowed depends on the room you choose. Please check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

No extra beds are available

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Zeavola Resort accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

The hotel provides a chargeable pick-up transfer service. Guests who wish to use this service are kindly requested to inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Transfer option can be arranged by shared schedule speedboat from/to Phuket as following details. Please note that a minimum of 2 passengers is required in order to use this service.

Speedboat Schedule:
Royal Phuket Marina Pier: Departure time at 14:00 hr. Zeavola: Arrival time at 15:00 hr.
Zeavola: Departure time at 11:00 hr. Royal Phuket Marina Pier: Arrival time at 12:00 hr.

Zeavola reserves the right to amend the departure time or cancel the service subject to weather conditions. In such case, the resort will transfer all guests to/from Zeavola by the scheduled public ferry services.

For bookings made from 7 February 2017 onwards, a compulsory Gala Dinner is included in the room rates of 31 December 2017. The rates of the Gala Dinner are based on room type and occupancy (guests sleeping in extra beds will be charged separately). Please contact the property for more details.

“The bed was the comfiest bed I've ever slept on! The whole place was just amazing, a little slice of tranquility suitable for those who are wanting a break from the bustle of city life.”

Samantha

Australia

“Absolutely everything!! The setting is in the midst of paradise, secluded, quiet and beautifully maintained. Loved the beach sand walkways . The beach was beautiful and clean ”

Jemima

South Africa

“Zeavola is a top class resort with everything you could think of thought of for you. Staff are super and couldn't help enough during our stay. Food is top notch. And the beach is like heaven.”

“Everything. We really enjoyed the whole stay. The staff were very helpful and attentive. The Spa was relaxing and professional. The food was very good and the choice of activities was pretty good too. The dining room staff especially were helpful with our baby. Sa was really helpful with him and Kob helped to look after him as well. Bank and the others were very helpful with our own meals and snacks”

Johncuts

Myanmar

“Absolutely wonderful. The beach is fantastic and during our stay there were not many people out there. We have enyoed the unspoilt beach and hotel in September 2018. Food in the hotel was fantastic and we also did not suffer of any mosquitos because the hotel has its own way to keep them away from the hotel area. All in one it was a perfect stay, a real 5 class hotel.”

Jacqueline

Germany

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Reviewed: 14 January 2019

Basil
USA
Age group: 25 – 34
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Garden Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Some price quotes are extremely ridiculous. Hotel charges 3 to 4 times as much for speedboat transfer. I saved 500 dollars by booking transfers on my own.
Staff ate extremely kind and friendly. Breakfast was great too.

Stayed in January 2019
Reviewed: 27 December 2018

Samantha
Australia
8.8

Fabulous
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Village Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
As the place is a natural resort, you will become closely acquainted with mosquitoes, millipedes and the like.
The bed was the comfiest bed I've ever slept on! The whole place was just amazing, a little slice of tranquility suitable for those who are wanting a break from the bustle of city life.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: 24 December 2018

Sheau Fung Lee
Hong Kong

1 helpful vote
5.0

Passable
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • One-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Pretty old, worn out, full of mosquitoes, room door using pad lock,

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: 22 December 2018

Jemima
South Africa
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Village Suite
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing that I didn’t love
Absolutely everything!! The setting is in the midst of paradise, secluded, quiet and beautifully maintained. Loved the beach sand walkways . The beach was beautiful and clean

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: 22 December 2018

Carlotta
France

1 helpful vote
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Village Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Wonderful location, far away from low key tourism, exceptional spa, great staff and amazing restaurant! Cannot ask for more!

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: 12 December 2018

Christos
United Kingdom
9.2

Superb
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Village Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Location could only be reached with boat
Excellent room, very polite and helpful staff

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: 9 December 2018

Kate
Australia

1 helpful vote
7.1

“Peaceful:)”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Garden Suite
- • Stayed 4 nights
The reception staff could have been nicer- we had a few issues with our room. Key fell off key chain and the reception staff told us to go back and look for it because there were no spares?? Of course we had looked for it! How can they not have a spare?? Room 52 was next to a noisy, smelly laundromat and should not cost more than the other villa's.
Location! Zion (the owner?) was lovely and caring. Nice breakfast.

Stayed in December 2018
Reviewed: 5 December 2018

Aidan
Ireland
9.2

“Perfect Location and resort for a very chilled & romantic few days.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Garden Suite
- • Stayed 2 nights
The Gym is quite small with very little equipment in it.
Zeavola is a top class resort with everything you could think of thought of for you. Staff are super and couldn't help enough during our stay. Food is top notch. And the beach is like heaven.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: 29 October 2018

Colin
Canada
2.5

“Thief's ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Village Suite
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Took 1500$ from me would not refund any money

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: 24 October 2018

Luzaan
United Arab Emirates
10

“The hotel stay was an amazing, romantic and unforgettable experience”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Garden Suite
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
We went snorkeling and were very sad to see that the surrounding beaches are littered with plastic, the coral reefs are dying and very little fish left to see - very very sad!
The hotel is secluded and tranquil - the rooms are in the forest that adds to a fantastic experience

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: 22 October 2018

JohnCuts
Myanmar
Age group: 55 – 64

3 helpful votes
10

“Relaxing 5 night stay on the lovely Island in this great resort”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Garden Suite
- • Stayed 5 nights
We had a very relaxing stay and cant fault anything. Even when the weather turned sour it didnt spoil the relaxation for us.
Everything. We really enjoyed the whole stay. The staff were very helpful and attentive. The Spa was relaxing and professional. The food was very good and the choice of activities was pretty good too. The dining room staff especially were helpful with our baby. Sa was really helpful with him and Kob helped to look after him as well. Bank and the others were very helpful with our own meals and snacks

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: 7 October 2018

Alan
Ireland
8.8

“A wonderful stay, we will come back”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Garden Suite
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Some of the rooms seem a bit dated
The bed was comfy, the staff were very kind. The place was absolutely perfect for relaxed beach days

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: 3 October 2018

Herman
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Village Suite
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Awesome experience

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: 2 October 2018

Rida
USA
10

“So glad I chose Zeavola for my stay. Best remote, 5 star experience!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Village Suite
- • Stayed 3 nights
There could be better choice of food at the resort but this was not really a problem since there are a few good (and much cheaper) restaurants a short walk down the beach. Also, the resort is about to get a new chef so the food might get better.
Every aspect of our stay was unbelievable. The staff, the service, the food, the beach, EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING. The manager, Florian was very informative and attentive and checked in with us everyday. Our room was beautiful, everything was clean, and the beach was pristine.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: 24 September 2018

Clemens
Germany
10

“Wonderful place for the perfect honeymoon”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Garden Suite
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
That we just had two weeks to stay there
Wonderful place for the perfect honeymoon. The place is just fantastic, we had a garden villa and later the seaview villa. Wake up with the perfect beach right in front of your foot. Sandy beach and walkways means 2 weeks without shoes. Excellent breakfast and restaurant-> go for the several curry, the lava cake and a mango smoothie. Hard to top at all. We loved the spacious bungalow, the different snorkeling places around Ko Phi Phi within reach of the longboats and the relaxing Spa (we went there two times). Staff and management are super friendly and really do a good job to make your stay wonderful. Greets to Lion, Florian, Niko and Kob. We miss you guys and will come back as soon as possible. For a relaxing honeymoon in a 100% sustainable hotel in the picture perfect Andaman Sea you have the Zeavola as our favorite pick. Far far away from the masses. One thing to check for yourself first before booking: Check if you are ready to go with the public ferry in case of heavy sea, as the speedboat runs just with calm sea. This can mean 3-4 hours instead of 1,3 hour to reach the island. We were fine on this issue, but maybe not everybody will be fine with it too. So check yourself and your entourage on this important topic as the ocean stays the ocean and can be wild from time to time.

Stayed in September 2018

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	Garden Suite 1 extra-large double bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Boasting full-length windows with garden views, the air-conditioned suite comes with generous living areas and features bamboo blinds which can be rolled down for a unique and intimate experience. The private bathroom comes with aromatic bath products, plump towels and offers both indoor and outdoor shower options. Please note that an extra bed cannot be added in this room. Room facilities: • Tea/Coffee Maker • Minibar • Safety Deposit Box • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private bathroom • Satellite Channels • Cable Channels • Bath or Shower • Additional Toilet • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Mosquito net • Tumble dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Towels • Linen • Entire unit located on ground floor • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Village Suite 1 extra-large double bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Wrapped in nature among the resort's lush garden lies the Thai-style Village Suite fitted with modern amenities for a comfortable stay. It features a daybed in it's open-air living area, a dressing area and a private bathroom with bathrobes, bath amenities and plump towels. Please note that an extra bed cannot be added in this room. Room facilities: • Tea/Coffee Maker • Minibar • Safety Deposit Box • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private bathroom • Satellite Channels • Cable Channels • Bath or Shower • Additional Toilet • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Mosquito net • Tumble dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Towels • Linen • Entire unit located on ground floor • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	One-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool 1 double bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Nestled upon the forested hillside, the split-level villa offers 180-degree views of the surrounding rain forest and luxurious facilities including a private pool, an outdoor shower and champagne/wine coolers. Villa facilities: • Minibar • Safety Deposit Box • TV • Telephone • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock • Balcony • Bathrobe • Refrigerator • Desk • Seating Area • Free toiletries • DVD Player • CD Player • Fan • Toilet • Private bathroom • Satellite Channels • Cable Channels • Bath or Shower • Additional Toilet • Flat-screen TV • Wake-up service • Alarm clock • Mosquito net • Private pool • Tumble dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Bidet • Blu-ray player • Coffee machine • Terrace • Towels • Linen • Clothes rack • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Please select everything you’d like to know more about (Your response helps provide better information for travellers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the selected options? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve, so you can book more easily next time. Close We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in date / / Check-in date Check-out date / / Check-out date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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