Great Destination Weddings Issue 10 / 2023 | Page 46

Escape to one of the world ’ s most beautiful island hideaways

Looking for somewhere really beautiful ? Tucked away on a private Thai island , Cape Kudu Hotel , Koh Yao Noi aces the brief , having recently been honoured twice by the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World .

Cape Kudu was named as one of the Most Beautiful Beachfront Hotels in Thailand — and the hotel ’ s Baan Yu Yen pool villa also popped up on the 15 World ’ s Most Beautiful Luxury Villas list !
For a Thai or Western-style destination wedding , it doesn ’ t get dreamier than this tropical island escape , braceleted by the turquoise waters of Phang Nga Bay . Picture it : couple-approved pampering at Cape Spa , toes-inthe-sand ceremonies , and star-lit dinners on the beach .
Bringing guests ? They ’ ll have 56 gorgeous rooms to choose from , the chance to swim , snorkel and day-trip to their heart ’ s content , and views to that most iconic of
Thai vignettes : sheer limestone karsts jutting from the sea .
And for the honeymoon ? Meet Baan Yu Yen , where you can drink in panoramic bay views and enjoy a whopping 1,315 square metres of space ! The retreat features what SLH described as a “ luxuriously liveable ” coastal vibe , two ginormous bedrooms , and two ( yes , two !) private swimming pools set in lush gardens . Plus , a host of special privileges including daily breakfast at Hornbill Restaurant and complimentary selected mini bar access . Truly , a once-in-alifetime escape .
When the SLH lists were unveiled , Cape Kudu was in good company , with sister Koh Samui property , Cape Fahn Hotel Private Islands included in the line-up of beachfront hotels . See more at capekuduhotel . com
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