Soneva Kiri

Rooms

Soneva Kiri offers 27 pool villas along the beach front and on the hillside, plus Junior beach and Cliff retreats, The Private Beach and Cliff Reserves, and The Green House. Each generously sized and immaculately equipped villa has a spacious living area and decking leading to tranquil water features and a private infinity pool. They also all have an iPod docking station, free wireless internet, minibar, wine fridge and coffee maker. Rooms have king size or twin beds.

Location

The island of Koh Kood is near the Cambodian border with Thailand. This unspoilt tropical paradise is pure jungle and white sands; the pretty beach is lapped by warm waters and backed by a coconut plantation. It's a remote place, but the island has local villages, shops and restaurants to explore.

Food and drink

There are five restaurants offering a variety of organic gourmet experiences. They can be sampled in a treetop restaurant, on the moonlit beach or in the privacy of your villa. Cooking courses are also available.

A wide selection of water sports including catamaran sailing, sea kayaking, windsurfing, water-skiing, wake boarding and snorkelling is available for a fee. Enjoy nature experiences and guided treks with the resident marine biologist and permaculturalist. Learn about the amazing flora and fauna on the island — there are dozens of bird species and a wide variety of reptiles, amphibians and animals — and enjoy guided treks through the jungle to explore some of the wonderful hidden waterfalls, mangroves and forests. If you prefer you can visit the local village, learn about the stars at the observatory, take cookery classes or watch classic films under a canopy of stars at the informal outdoor cinema.

Families

Located in a uniquely-designed bamboo structure shaped like a manta ray, the kids' club perches in an elevated position among the jungle. Inspired by ideas invited from children for their dream play area, The Den is an incredible experience for children of all ages.

Facilities and activities

A wide selection of water sports including catamaran sailing, sea kayaking, windsurfing, water-skiing, wake boarding and snorkelling is available for a fee. Enjoy nature experiences and guided treks with the resident marine biologist and permaculturalist. Learn about the amazing flora and fauna on the island — there are dozens of bird species and a wide variety of reptiles, amphibians and animals — and enjoy guided treks through the jungle to explore some of the wonderful hidden waterfalls, mangroves and forests. If you prefer you can visit the local village, learn about the stars at the observatory, take cookery classes or watch classic films under a canopy of stars at the informal outdoor cinema.

The Six Senses Spa features 11 uniquely designed double treatment rooms and four rooms featuring private relaxation areas. Hidden among the jungle, this excellent spa offers a wide range of treatments along with spectacular views.

There are many dives sites in Koh Chang National Park, with depths ranging from 12 to 30 metres, although you will often find the best coral closer to the surface. The resort has experienced dive masters who will help you choose the best dive spots for your ability and help you discover the local sea life, including blue spotted stingrays, angelfish, fusiliers, sweet lips, moray eels and turtles.

Environmental and social responsibility

Soneva are committed to sustainable development, and Soneva Kiri has many examples of this philosophy in practice. Waste water is broken down biologically in the reed beds, which then forms feed for bamboo shoots. The bamboo is used in building projects. Waste from the restaurant is recycled by earthworms and the resulting fertiliser goes to use on the vegetable and herb gardens.

Local people are employed when possible, both in the construction of the resort and in jobs at the resort. Local materials were used in the buildings, helping their green credentials, as well as giving the place a natural feel.

Local excursions

You can easily explore various exciting places from the resort such as waterfalls, honey farms and fishing villages.

Diving

There are many dive sites in Koh Chang National Park, with depths ranging from 12 to 30 metres, although you will often find the best coral closer to the surface. The resort has experienced dive masters who will help you choose the best dive spots for your ability and help you discover the local sea life, including blue spotted stingrays, angelfish, fusiliers, sweet lips, moray eels and turtles.

Spa Facilities

The Six Senses Spa features 11 uniquely designed double treatment rooms and four rooms featuring private relaxation areas. Hidden among the jungle, this excellent spa offers a wide range of treatments along with spectacular views.