We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Ko Lanta, Thailand. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, villas, boats, chalets, historic buildings, apartments and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Guest House.Lively. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Situated 1 km from the famous Long Beach, Green Pepper is a family-run resort surrounded by nature in Koh Lanta. The resort is simply and tastefully decorated with natural materials such as rattan, wood and bamboo. Guests can relax at the community area where tasty breakfast is served in the morning or take a leisurely walk, do yoga or read books in the lush green garden. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a private bathroom and a private deck with a sitting area. Staff at the property can provide tips on what to do in the area including Thai cooking class and island-hopping trips. Motorbike rental can also be arranged on site. Long Beach and Relax Bay are 1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Krabi Airport, 80 km from Green Pepper.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most LIVELY guest house in Ko Lanta.
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Facing the beachfront, The Lazy Lodge offers 4-star accommodation in Ko Lanta and has a garden, restaurant and bar. The property is set a few steps from Klong Khong Beach, 1.7 km from Secret Beach and 2.7 km from Relax Bay Beach. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a tour desk and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At The Lazy Lodge all rooms have bed linen and towels. Saladan School is 8.4 km from the accommodation, while Police Station is 8.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Krabi International Airport, 80 km from The Lazy Lodge.Show full description
One of the most WELL DESIGNED AND STYLISH boutique hotels in Ko Lanta.
Resort.Great value. Featuring a garden, terrace and free WiFi, Fill - Feel @ Long Beach Resort is located in Ko Lanta, 4.6 km from Saladan School. The property is situated 4.7 km from Police Station. The accommodation features a shared lounge and ticket service for guests. The units in the resort are fitted with a kettle. Rooms include a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. At Fill - Feel @ Long Beach Resort the rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Saladan Pier is less than 5.1 km from the accommodation. The property is situated 500 metres from the police station.Show full description
Resort.Highly elegant. Great bar. Popular among couples. Surrounded by tropical greenery, Layana Resort & Spa - Adult Only - SHA Extra Plus is located in Koh Lanta and overlooks the beautiful sea. It offers an outdoor infinity pool and rooms with free WiFi. Guests can directly access Long Beach from the resort. Situated within Mu Koh Lanta National Park, Layana Resort is located on a white, sandy beach. Krabi Airport is a 2-hour drive, or 70 km, from the resort. A chargeable airport transfer is available upon request. Rooms at Layana Resort feature modern Thai architecture and are decorated with silk and hardwood furnishings. Each is equipped with satellite TV, DVD player and daybed. En suite bathrooms have separate shower and bathtub facilities. Guests may enjoy an energizing work-out at the fitness centre or relax with a book in the well-stocked library. Set within a garden, the resort’s award-winning Linger Longer Spa offers pampering massage services and soothing facial treatments. A wide range of international dishes, fresh seafood and authentic Thai food are served at SeaSky Restaurant which can be served by the pool or on the beach. Refreshing drinks are available at the bar.Show full description
Layana Resort & Spa stands out for its trendy atmosphere and great bar. The resort offers beautiful beach sunset views from private terraces, outdoor rain showers, and reserved sunbeds in front of the villas.
Resort.Elegant. Great views. Luxurious and elegant Pimalai Resort and Spa overlooks the blue waters of the Andaman Sea and offers exclusive accommodation that is spacious and serene with personalised service. The property provides complimentary round-trip transfer from Krabi Airport to the resort. Nestled in a lush tropical forest, rooms at Pimalai offer a private balcony that overlooks the beautiful surroundings. Decorated with rich Thai fabrics and rattan curtains, rooms are air-conditioned and feature a polished teak wood floor. It also features amenities that include high-speed internet access and a DVD player. Pimalai Resort and Spa offers several leisure facilities. Guests are able to lounge by the infinity-edge pool while enjoying the sea breeze and a cool drink or play a game of tennis at the courts available. It also has a fully equipped fitness centre and library, as well as activities that include cycling and sea sports. Pimalai Resort and Spa features 3 restaurants to satisfy guests' appetite. Signature Thai dishes are served at Rak Talay and Spice and Rice, while western cuisines can be sampled at Seven Seas.Show full description
Villa.Elegant. Located 300 metres from Klong Khong Beach, Alanta Pool Villa offers spacious villas built with natural materials. Each villa features a private pool and free Wi-Fi. Staff can assist guests with massage service and sightseeing trips. The resort is 5 km from Salandan Port and a 2-hour drive from Krabi Airport. For guests who drive, free parking is provided. Villas features a kitchen and separate living room. They come with a flat-screen cable/satellite TV. Semi-outdoor bathrooms are equipped with shower facilities. Guests can cook their own breakfast, using the ingredients that the villa prepares for. Services include babysitting, laundry and car rental. A chargeable airport shuttle service can be arranged upon request. Local restaurants can be found within a 10-minute walk from the property.Show full description
Resort.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Located in Ko Lanta, Baan Thai Lanta Resort offers an outdoor pool and villas fitted with wooden furniture. Free WiFi in all areas and free private parking is available. The luxurious Thai-style villa comes with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a safety deposit box. It also comes with a kitchenette featuring an electric kettle and a microwave. Fitted with a bath or shower, private bathroom also includes towels, a hairdryer and free toiletries. At Baan Thai Lanta Resort guests will find a garden, an on-site restaurant serving Thai cuisine and a bar. Other services such as car hire and airport shuttles can also be arranged. An array of activities such as snorkelling, diving and fishing can all be enjoyed in the surrounding areas. The property is 17.4 km from Klong Dao Beach and 20.3 km from Pra Ae Beach.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most BEAUTIFUL resorts in Ko Lanta.
Resort.Charming. Great views. Narima Hotel has a private bay and is surrounded by tropical vegetation. It has an infinity pool and great views of the ocean. There is a spa and a restaurant. Each bungalow is air-conditioned and features private balconies with a seating area. They come with private bathroom facilities, cable TV and hammocks where guests can enjoy views of the garden. Guests can make use of the Wi-Fi available at an additional cost in public areas. Other services at the hotel include laundry and tour desk facilities. The Narima offers diving classes and water activities like snorkeling. Day trips like island tours, kayaking through mangrove forests and elephant trekking are organised on request. The hotel is a 2-hour speedboat ride from Krabi. The restaurant is decorated with rustic wooden furniture and serves Thai and European meals. It provides guests with fresh seafood dishes and Thai cooking classes. Guests can enjoy sunsets on the beach with a drink from 5 Island Bar.Show full description
Resort.Cool. Great value. Situated in Ko Lanta, 9 km from Saladan School, Lanta A&J Klong khong Beach features accommodation with a garden. 9 km from Police Station, the resort offers a terrace and a shared lounge. Local points of interest like Saladan Pier and Ferry are reachable within 11 km. At the resort, every room has a balcony with a garden view. Lanta A&J Klong khong Beach provides some units with sea views, and each room includes a patio. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the property. There is an on-site restaurant, which serves International, European and Thai cuisine and also offers halal and vegetarian options. Post Office Ko Lanta is 12 km from the accommodation, while Lanta Old Town is 12 km away.Show full description
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Situated about 250 meters from Phra Ae Beach, Bootshaus offers an apartment equipped with a kitchenette. This property features garden views and free WiFi in all areas. Free parking is available. Featuring a terrace, all units come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an en suite bathroom and a seating area. For added convenience, there is a kitchenette equipped with a fridge, stovetop and kettle. An on-site restaurant serves a variety of German,Thai and local dishes. Klong Khong Beach is 1.5 km away, while Klong Dao Beach is 3 km and Sala Dan Pier is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Krabi Airport, 70 km from the Bootshaus.Show full description
This might be one of the most RELAXING apartments in Ko Lanta.
Resort.Great interior design. Popular among couples. The Mantra Navi in Ko Lanta provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property is set 200 metres from Long Beach, 1.4 km from Klong Dao Beach and 3.8 km from Saladan School. The resort also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. All guest rooms at the resort come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Police Station is 4.1 km from The Mantra Navi, while Lanta Old Town is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Krabi International Airport, 76 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This resort is one of the most popular in Ko Lanta among couples!
Boutique hotel.Unique. Arthaya Villas - SHA Extra Plus features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Ko Lanta. This 3-star hotel offers a bar. At Arthaya Villas - SHA Extra Plus you will find a restaurant serving American and Thai cuisine. The nearest airport is Krabi International, 79 km from Arthaya Villas - SHA Extra Plus, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. The hotel has a hot tub, room service and free WiFi. The units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Every room includes a kettle, while certain rooms will provide you with a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a stovetop. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Secret Beach, Klong Khong Beach and Relax Bay Beach.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. A 5-minute walk from Klong Khong Beach, Lanta Thip House offers individually designed rooms with free Wi-Fi and private balconies. It features free private parking, massages and a restaurant. Lanta Thip House is 49 km from Krabi Airport and 12 km from Sala Dan Pier. Spacious and air-conditioned rooms are fitted with cable TV and refrigerator. Shower facilities are provided in the private bathroom. Guests can enjoy views of surrounding greenery from the private balcony. Lanta Thip’s tour desk arranges activities such as snorkelling, elephant trekking as well as excursions. Guests can also rent motorbikes and Tuk Tuks to explore the island. A quiet moment can be enjoyed in the library. A range of Thai and Western dishes are on offer at the Lanta Thip’s restaurant. The hotel’s bar serves beer, fresh fruit juices as well as hot beverages.Show full description
Guest House.Charming. Nice interior design. Popular among women. Situated in Koh Lanta Old Town, Sweet Life is a guesthouse located within a historical fisherman village where traditional houses are built on stilts and faces the ocean. Surrounded by residents, the guesthouse offers a local experience of a real Thai village by the sea. The cosy rooms are simply decorated and fitted with a fan or air conditioning. Guests have access to a shared bathroom, kitchen and the living areas. Kayaks can be rented while the helpful staff can organize private boat-trips to the unseen tourist areas as well. The beaches on the West coast are about 10-25 km away.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CHARMING guest houses in Ko Lanta.
Resort.Great bar. Popular among couples. Located in Ko Lanta, 400 metres from Klong Nin Beach, Siam Lanta Resort - SHA Extra Plus provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 3-star resort offers a shared kitchen and a tour desk. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The resort will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. Siam Lanta Resort - SHA Extra Plus features certain rooms with mountain views, and each room is equipped with a balcony. Guest rooms include a wardrobe. The accommodation offers a barbecue. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Siam Lanta Resort - SHA Extra Plus. Klong Toab Beach is 1 km from the resort, while Klong Khong Beach is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Krabi International Airport, 84 km from Siam Lanta Resort - SHA Extra Plus.Show full description
Guest House.Great value. Situated in Ko Lanta, 400 metres from Klong Nin Beach, Lanta Dareen Garden Home features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. Guests at Lanta Dareen Garden Home can enjoy a à la carte or an American breakfast. You can play table tennis, darts and mini-golf at Lanta Dareen Garden Home, and the area is popular for snorkelling and cycling. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. At the guest house rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. The accommodation offers a barbecue. Klong Tob Beach is 1.3 km from the guest house, while Nui Beach is 2.2 km from the property.Show full description
Guest House.Trendy. Great value. Featuring garden views, The Sun Long Beach Resort features accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 200 metres from Long Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. This spacious guest house will provide guests with a satellite flat-screen TV, a seating area and an iPod docking station. The unit at the property features a walk-in shower and a dressing room. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. Sightseeing tours are available close to the property. A car rental service is available at the guest house. Klong Dao Beach is 2.1 km from The Sun Long Beach Resort, while Relax Bay Beach is 2.7 km away. The nearest airport is Krabi International Airport, 76 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Holiday Park.Great bar. Popular among women. Offering Thai-style bungalow and chalets set on stilts, Long Beach Chalet features accommodations where guests have options to stay either along the beach in the property's beach zone or in the property's garden zone. Providing free shuttle service to/from Saladan Pier, this in-the-garden property also features a restaurant and free WiFi. Enjoy restful stays in spacious chalets that feature views of greenery and comfortable open-air seating on the ground floor. Each comes with a cable TV, electric kettle and fridge. A variety of water sports and day trips can be arranged at Long Beach Chalet’s tour desk. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can also assist with transport and laundry needs. For more relaxation, guests can also opt for a soothing massage right on the beach at Treescape. Situated within a tropical landscape, the beachfront Lym's serves refreshing drinks as well as Thai and western specialties. Long Beach Chalet is situated 2 km from Saladan Pier.Show full description
Guest House.Beautiful. Great location. Set in Ko Lanta and only 500 metres from Long Beach, Lanta Baan Nok Resort offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. With garden views, this accommodation provides a balcony. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The guest house is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the guest house. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. Guests may wind down in the in-house lounge, while a minimarket is also available. Sightseeing tours are available close to the property. A car rental service is available at the guest house, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Klong Dao Beach is 2 km from Lanta Baan Nok Resort, while Relax Bay Beach is 2.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is Krabi International Airport, 76 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Resort. Located in Ko Lanta, 400 metres from Long Beach, Toongyoong Longbeach Resort SHA Plus provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is around 1.4 km from Klong Dao Beach, 3.8 km from Saladan School and 4.1 km from Police Station. The resort also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. At the resort every room comes with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Toongyoong Longbeach Resort SHA Plus offers certain units with city views, and rooms include a balcony. All units will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Lanta Old Town is 14 km from the accommodation, while Post Office Ko Lanta is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Krabi International Airport, 76 km from Toongyoong Longbeach Resort SHA Plus.Show full description
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