Cape Kudu Hotel — Slow Island Living with a Touch of Glamour
Tucked along the tranquil eastern shores of Koh Yao Noi —one of Thailand’s last true island hideaways — Cape Kudu Hotel is a breezy, light-filled escape that captures the understated elegance of barefoot luxury. With its coastal-chic aesthetic, panoramic sea views, and unhurried pace, it’s the kind of place where time seems to stretch and every moment feels sun-dappled.
The vibe here is distinctly Hamptons-meets-the-Andaman. Whitewashed walls, driftwood accents, rattan furnishings, and nautical touches create an effortless, beach house feel. The boutique size of the hotel — just 56 rooms — means it never feels crowded, even in peak season. Instead, there’s a calm intimacy to everything, from the service (warm, discreet, and always genuine) to the serene beachfront infinity pool that gazes out toward Phang Nga Bay’s iconic limestone karsts.
What Cape Kudu does best, is rhythm. Days are filled with quiet pleasures: kayaking around nearby islets, biking through rubber plantations, sipping mango daiquiris at the Long Island Bar as the sun sinks low. There’s a small but lovely spa for when you want a traditional Thai massage, and curated experiences — like longtail boat trips or island picnics — that offer a glimpse into local island life without feeling touristy.
Tyde London Insider Tip: Book a sunrise boat trip with the hotel — you’ll have the bay (and the golden light) almost entirely to yourself.
Price: from £100 per night
Cape Kudu Hotel
TreeHouse Villas— A Jungle Hideaway with Castaway Charm
TreeHouse Villas offers a barefoot-luxe escape that feels like a well-kept secret. This is tropical escapism dialled all the way up: think open-air jungle villas on stilts, wooden walkways weaving through mangroves, and cinematic limestone cliffs rising dramatically from turquoise waters just beyond the shore.
Arriving here is part of the magic. After a speedboat ride across glassy seas, you step onto a secluded bay fringed with jungle and greeted with cool towels, ginger tea, and a distinct sense that time is about to slow down.
Each of the TreeHouse Villas is a double-level sanctuary built high above the ground, connected by a suspended bridge. Upstairs, you’ll find an open-plan living area, oversized daybeds, and a plunge pool with jungle views. Downstairs, a canopy-shaded bedroom opens out to an alfresco rain shower and deep soaking tub — pure castaway chic with a five-star polish.
Tyde London Insider Tip: Pack light and go barefoot — you won’t want to wear shoes for most of your stay. The in-villa breakfast, served on your upper deck with views of the jungle canopy, is pure magic.
Price: from £257 per night
TreeHouse Villas
