La Vie Hotels and Resorts has partnered with YOO, the renowned international interior design and lifestyle group, to introduce two of their flagship hospitality brands – the upper upscale YOO2 Hotel and luxury By YOO villas to Phuket, Thailand. The Forest by YOO will be the first design-led lifestyle hotel and luxury villas to enter
La Vie Hotels and Resorts has partnered with YOO, the renowned international interior design and lifestyle group, to introduce two of their flagship hospitality brands – the upper upscale YOO2 Hotel and luxury By YOO villas to Phuket, Thailand. The Forest by YOO will be the first design-led lifestyle hotel and luxury villas to enter the market, adding 600 additional rooms to the Phuket market. Spread over two separate zones, both YOO2 and By YOO luxury villas will cater to families, couples and groups, offering expansive, luxurious leisure facilities and amenities designed to leave guests re-energised and invigorated.
Located on the mountain rises at the southern end of Patong, the hotel will be designed to limit the impact on the existing tropical forest and with the addition of lush tropical gardens. The food and beverage offerings at YOO2 are primed to be a must-visit destination for hotel guests and island visitors, with signature restaurants, vibrant all-day dining, and swim-up bars coupled with live music and entertainment. The Forest by YOO promises to be Patong’s most exciting new development.
With a 2026 opening, YOO2 will be a full-service, design-led lifestyle hotel providing the balance the modern-day traveller requires. With 432 guestrooms, a luxurious day spa will offer beauty and relaxation treatments, sunrise yoga, and guided beach and mountain runs. YOO2 will also call home to a signature and vibrant all-day dining restaurant and bar showcasing innovative drinking and dining concepts. Delivering the YOO2s ethos of connecting guests with local soul, masterclasses in local cooking, cocktails and craft will feature alongside food and art tours. The resort will also provide special meeting, event, and wedding facilities, showcasing world-class service and local produce.
There will be 131 By YOO luxury villas, and guests will have full access to the facilities at YOO2 while also boasting its own YOO Clubhouse with a restaurant, bar, gymnasium and pool deck. The resort is expected to become a must-visit destination for travellers seeking a totally unique escape.
Chris Batterham, Chief Development Officer at La Vie Hotels & Resorts, expressed excitement in bringing the YOO2 and By YOO brands to Phuket, calling it a “true, design-led lifestyle resort offering on the island.” Craig Bond, Managing Director of La Vie Hospitality Group, believes that the YOO2 and By YOO brands will set a new standard in the hospitality industry in Phuket, offering a unique and unforgettable design-led lifestyle experience for guests.
Dr Chirasak Chiyachantana, Chief Executive Officer of Worldcorp, owner of YOO2 and By YOO, said, “We are proud to be working with La Vie Hotels & Resorts to bring this world-class development to the people of Phuket, and we are looking forward to working with the team at YOO to ensure the design and style of the properties truly captures the essence of the brand.”
The partnership with YOO and Dr Chirasak Chiyachantana is essential in expanding La Vie Hotels & Resorts group. The company is confident that these resorts will resonate with guests seeking a unique and inspiring holiday experience. The partnership aims to create a truly immersive experience combining design, culture, and wellness, with food and beverage significantly drawing visitors to the precinct. The goal is to leave guests feeling rejuvenated and inspired, with memories that will last a lifetime.
For further information, visit www.laviehospitalitygroup.com.
Written by: Supaporn Pholrach (Joom)
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