Ko Lanta

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Ko Lanta
Ko Lanta
Ko Lanta
Ko Lanta

Home to stunning beaches and mangroves rich with wildlife, this increasingly popular island has managed to maintain a laid-back atmosphere.

Ko Lanta is certainly not an off-the-beaten path destination but its long stretches of sand feel quiet and secluded. Steady tourism ensures that the island offers extensive dining and nightlife options, as well as activities ranging from diving to yoga.

Head to Ko Lanta’s east coast to explore Muslim fishing villages, where locals continue to practice their traditional way of life. Quaint Lanta Old Town is particularly wonderful to visit during March, when the neighbourhood comes to life with traditional food and entertainment for the Laanta Lanta Festival.

Although it would be tempting to spend every day stretched out under the sun on one of Lanta’s four main beaches, Mu Ko Lanta National Park is well worth leaving the beach for. Hike through the park’s lush jungle, where you can spot monkeys, egrets, snakes and other fascinating wildlife. Don’t miss the romantic old lighthouse resting on the cliff of Ta Noad Cape, a gorgeous lookout point over the park’s two beaches. 

Khlong Jak Waterfall offers another rewarding hike through jungle vegetation and rocky cliffs. Cool off in the natural pool found at its base. Kayak or arrange a boat tour around Thung Yee Pheng Mangrove Forest, where you can spot fiddler crabs, cranes and sea eagles.

Ko Lanta is one of Thailand’s top yoga destinations, with both full-length classes and relaxed beachside sessions available.  Take a class at one of the island’s cooking schools, where you can learn how to make spicy pad thai and sweet mango sticky rice.

Snorkel, scuba dive or kayak to nearby islands, such as Ko Rok and Ko Bida. The waters off Ko Lanta’s coast are also excellent for surfing, boogie boarding, sailing and fishing. 

The closest airport is Krabi International, from where Ko Lanta can be reached in a little over an hour by a combination of bus and ferry transport. Tourism in Ko Lanta is highly seasonal, with many local businesses closing during the rainy season from May to October.

Layana Resort and Spa
Layana Resort and Spa
5 out of 5
272 Moo 3 Saladan, Phra-Ae Beach, Ko Lanta, Krabi
The price is S$159 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
S$159
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ko Lanta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (200 reviews)
Best stay EVER
"Our stay at Layana was the highlight of our trip to Thailand. This was a family holiday for us with our adult daughters and it did not disappoint. The staff are incredible with lots of lovely little touches during our stay to make you feel special and well taken care of. We did the snorkel trip which ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun, 2025

Layana Resort and Spa
Lanta Casa Blanca
Lanta Casa Blanca
4 out of 5
806 Sala Dan, Ko Lanta, Krabi
The price is S$85 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
S$85
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Ko Lanta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (178 reviews)
"Parfait"

Reviewed on 23 Jun, 2025

Lanta Casa Blanca
Lanta Pearl Beach Resort
Lanta Pearl Beach Resort
3 out of 5
233 Moo 3 Saladan, Ko Lanta, Krabi
The price is S$31 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
S$31
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Ko Lanta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (330 reviews)
"Great resort with great staff who can’t do enough for you"

Reviewed on 28 Jun, 2025

Lanta Pearl Beach Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Atnal Lanta
The Atnal Lanta
4 out of 5
259/9 moo. 1 Saladan, Tambon Sala Dan, Ko Lanta, Krabi
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Ko Lanta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Klong Dao Beach and Long Beach are located ...
The Atnal Lanta
Alanta Villa
Alanta Villa
4 out of 5
429 Moo 2, Klong Krong Beach, Saladan, Ko Lanta, Krabi
Stay at this 4-star beach villa in Ko Lanta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Long Beach and Klong Nin Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
Stay here - you won’t regret it!
"Highly recommend this hotel - we absolutely loved it. We stayed in a 3 bed villa with pool. Good sized pool set in a garden with indoor/outdoor kitchen and lounge area. Good sized bedrooms each with en-suite with outdoor shower. Beds v comfortable. Fresh water and fruit platter delivered daily. Monkeys ..."

Reviewed on 16 Apr, 2025

Alanta Villa
Puteri Lanta Family Villas
Puteri Lanta Family Villas
3.5 out of 5
114 Moo 5 Kantiang Beach, Ko Lanta Yai, Ko Lanta, Krabi
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly villa in Ko Lanta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Klong Nin Beach and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (23 reviews)
Amazing views
"Lovely stay accommodation quite basic but still very nice and the view from the pool of the sunset is amazing"

Reviewed on 15 Jan, 2025

Puteri Lanta Family Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ko Lanta

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
25
5 - Excellent 51%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 6%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Beautiful location and beaches .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Had a great stay , peaceful place , hope they don’t destroy lanta like they did the other Thai islands with tourism

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

We didn’t see it all, what we did see was beautiful and not overly commercial.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Don't forget to see a local Muay Thai event to support the local clubs.

5/5 - Excellent

Tim

It’s how the other islands in Thailand were 15 years ago.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Really liked the relaxed feel of the island. Easy to get around and some great view points.