9 Hornbills is the tented-villa side of Koyao Island Resort: safari-style glamping set higher on the hillside, each villa with its own infinity pool and a 180-degree view across the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay.
You stay closer to the rainforest canopy, wake to the Ko Yao Noi sunrise over the water, and still have the resort's beach, spa and kitchens a short buggy ride away. Same island, a more open and adventurous rhythm.
A different stay
Higher up, more open
The resort villas sit along the beach and gardens at the water's edge. 9 Hornbills sits above them, where the views run wide and the canopy comes close. The tents are insulated and quiet, built low against the landscape so the bay stays the main event.
- Private infinity pool at every villa, 8 x 3.5 m
- Personal butler and 24-hour buggy to the beach
- 180-degree views over Phang Nga Bay
- Floating breakfast and dinner under the stars
The Accommodation
One villa, done well
9 Hornbills has a single villa type, repeated across the hillside so every guest gets the same view, the same pool, the same privacy.
108 sqm · Sleeps 2
Glamorous Tented Pool Villa
Private infinity pool, clawfoot bathtub, open-air rain shower, and a deck that opens straight onto the bay.
In the villa
Breakfast on the water
A floating breakfast tray in your own pool, then dinner served on the deck once the light drops.
The detail
Tent, not tent
Canvas on the outside, a proper insulated, air-conditioned room within. The view does the rest.
Out on the bay
Yours to use
Kayaks, paddleboards and bicycles come with the stay. When you want to go further, the team arranges speedboat runs to the quieter islands and beaches around Phang Nga Bay.
Kayaks
Paddleboards
Explore the island by bicycle
Longtail boat island hopping
Mangrove touring
Panoramic gym
Speedboat tours
24-hour buggy to the beach
Book direct
Stay longer, save more
Book directly with us for three nights or more and take 10% off the best available rate, or stay five nights and save 20%. Both offers come with a free transfer, daily breakfast, and the kayaks, paddleboards and bicycles.
The view from up here
9 Hornbills, in moments
Around the camp
Make the most of your stay
Eat & Drink
Thai cooking, ocean to plate
Floating breakfasts, candlelit barbecues at your villa, and Southern Thai dining at Pumpui on the beach.
Play
Out on the karsts
Island hopping, kayaking through the mangroves, rock climbing, and slow days on the water around Phang Nga Bay.
Getting Here
Arrive by longtail
Fly into Phuket or Krabi, then cross the bay by boat to the private beach. Free transfers on stays of three nights or more.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
What is 9 Hornbills?
9 Hornbills is the tented-villa collection at Koyao Island Resort on Ko Yao Noi. It is safari-style glamping with a private infinity pool, butler service and panoramic views over Phang Nga Bay, set on the hillside above the resort.
How is 9 Hornbills different from the resort villas?
The Koyao villas sit along the beach and gardens by the water. 9 Hornbills sits higher up, closer to the rainforest canopy, with open 180-degree views across the bay. You share the resort's beach, spa and dining but keep a quieter, more elevated base.
What activities are included?
Kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and bicycles are complimentary. You can also arrange speedboat tours to nearby islands and secret beaches, and reach the private beach by buggy around the clock.
Where is 9 Hornbills, and how do I get there?
On Ko Yao Noi in Phang Nga Bay, between Phuket and Krabi. The island is reached by speedboat or longtail boat from either coast. See getting here for transfer options, or tell the reservations team your arrival point and they will arrange it.
How big is the tented villa?
108 sqm in total: about 60 sqm inside and 48 sqm of deck, within a private garden of roughly 600 sqm. It sleeps two, with one extra-long king bed.
Does the villa have its own pool?
Yes. Each villa has a private 8 by 3.5 metre infinity pool on the deck, looking out over Phang Nga Bay. A floating breakfast can be served in the pool.
Is it actually a tent?
It is a tented villa: canvas on the outside, a fully built, insulated and air-conditioned room within, with a real bathroom, a clawfoot tub and an open-air rain shower. The low-impact structure sits lightly on the hillside.
What is included with the stay?
Butler service, 24-hour buggy transfers to the private beach, minibar, coffee and tea, Wi-Fi, and complimentary kayaks, paddleboards and bicycles. Daily breakfast is included on most rates.
Reserve
Stay at 9 Hornbills
Book the tented pool villa direct for the best rate, or ask the reservations team to arrange transfers, dining and time out on the water.