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Resorts on Koh Racha Islands:
Ban Raya

Baan Raya Resort is situated on the east side of Racha Yai, right beside the best coral reefs of the island. Ban Raya has 60 acres of private property for you to have your privacy and there are two different beaches nearby for swimming, snorkelling and scuba diving. Ban Raya has the most comfortable and modern accommodation on Racha Yai island. Electricity service commences at 18:00 and runs through to 08:00 from our own power plant with two back-up systems. Deluxe rooms have 24 hours electricity.

Ban Raya Resort offers you a very high standard of cleanliness and personal attention in a friendly atmosphere. The resort's 38 en-suite rooms with electric fan or air-conditioning offer you comfortable accommodation in a beautiful surrounding. Ban Raya has very friendly and helpful staff who will make sure you enjoy your stay on the island.

There are no shops on Racha island but a limited range of toiletries and souvenirs are available at Baan Raya. Day trips to Phuket for shopping or sight seeing can be arranged. Many international guests like to combine their holiday with a few days in Phuket where they can indulge in the nightlife and shopping.

16 rooms are air-conditioned and are furnished to international standards. The rooms have en-suite bathrooms with western style toilets, towels and soap are provided by the resort. Showers are cool and refreshing and the emphasis is on maintaining the natural environment at Ban Raya. Deluxe Rooms come with TV set, safety box and a hot shower, they have 24 hours electricity. All rooms are located around the Ban Raya Restaurant where you can spend the evenings lingering over delicious meals. From the Restaurant you have an unique view facing the Kon Kare Bay.

Baan Racha's main restaurant specialises in healthy eating using the freshest of local produce from both land and sea. Vegetarian dishes are a specialty and other dietary requirements can be catered for. A feature of Ban Raya is their specially selected menus at both Lunch and Dinner but an A La Carte menu is always available and meals can be served at any time from 07:00 til 22:00. Every morning you can enjoy fresh baked bread from the kitchen. The restaurant has an extensive drink and wine list available and there is also an ice machine.

A beach bar is situated on the beach at Ao Tue where a selection of refreshments and snacks is available for those who wish to stay on the beach. Both restaurants have bar facilities and there is a good selection of Beer, Wines and Spirits. However because of the island location stocks are limited but special requirements will be catered for as far as possible. The emphasis is on personal service.

Communication with the outside world is not encouraged and there are no telephones in the rooms but a public telephone is available on the resort for those who must keep in touch.

Baan Raya has a private facility to accommodate conferences or private functions. The facility is situated adjacent to Ao Konkare and has both indoor and outdoor facilities with a separate kitchen to cater for special requirements if requested. This is the perfect "Get Away" for executives wishing a peaceful environment for that important meeting or activities based weekend. With nature walks, healthy eating and some of the best sea based activities that you could imagine.

Ban Raya Phuket is a place to relax and watch satellite television or pick music from the restaurants CD-collection. There is also a library including a big selection of books for you to choose from. The sea around Racha Yai and its neighbour Racha Noi is famous for game fishing and trips can be arranged at the resort. While snorkelling equipment is available at the resort for guests, arrangements can be made for those who wish to dive in what is possibly the best location in the area. Many guests come to Racha for the diving particularly during the high season.