The Racha is a 5-star beachfront resort on Batok Beach, Ko Racha Yai, offering luxurious villas with sweeping sea views across the Andaman. Reached via a 35-minute speedboat transfer from Chalong Bay on Phuket, this secluded island property pairs barefoot tranquillity with refined hospitality, ideal for travellers seeking distance from mainland crowds without sacrificing five-star comfort. Accommodation centres on spacious villas defined by clean white architectural lines that frame the crystal-blue waters of the Andaman Sea. Each villa opens onto a large private terrace and includes a flat-screen TV, iPod dock and DVD player, creating a serene retreat shaped by light, sea breeze and uninterrupted horizons. Wellness is a defining pillar of the stay. Anumba Spa welcomes guests into private treatment rooms for body massage rituals and flower baths, while the resort's modern gym, yoga lessons and tennis courts cater to active travellers who prefer movement alongside relaxation. The outdoor pool and direct beach access reinforce the resort's identity as a true island escape, where days drift between sand, water and shaded loungers. Dining is layered across distinct venues. Sunset Beach Restaurant serves fresh barbecued seafood and steaks accompanied by sea breeze, Earth Cafe offers international cuisine, Fire Grill provides a fine-dining experience, and Ice Bar rounds out the evening with cocktails by the shore. Free Wi-Fi keeps guests connected when they choose to be, and scheduled speedboat trips to Chalong Bay link the resort to the mainland, with Phuket International Airport approximately 56 km from the pier. Discover an Andaman island sanctuary where villa living, wellness and oceanfront dining come together in measured harmony.