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3-star hotels in Ko Lanta
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Ko Lanta, Thailand, comparing guest ratings, facilities and distance from the centre so you can pick the right base for a beach stay on the island.
Staying in Ko Lanta
Ko Lanta is the largest island in its group and the one where most visitors stay. The interior is hilly, with mangrove forests and rubber plantations, while the west coast holds the main beaches: Klong Dao, Long Beach, Klong Khong, Klong Nin and Kantiang Bay. Tourism shapes the economy, with everything from simple bungalows to luxury resorts, and the island keeps a laid-back feel with no high-rise buildings, plus diving and snorkelling sites such as Ko Haa and Ko Rok within reach.
These 3-star hotels sit in the Saladan area of Ko Lanta and along the west-coast beaches, with addresses naming Saladan, Klong Nin Beach and Kantiang Beach. Lanta Pearl Beach Resort, Sayang Beach Resort and Tropicana Lanta Resort are closest to the centre, Tropicana Lanta Resort within 0.9 km. Couples, families and divers all find something here: family rooms, outdoor pools, private beaches and massage appear across the list.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Lanta Pearl Beach Resort
233 Moo 3 Saladan, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereWith an outdoor pool, a pool bar and a garden setting 3.9 km from the centre, Lanta Pearl Beach Resort suits travellers who want a beach nearby plus plenty of on-site facilities, from a restaurant and massage to diving and fishing. Balconies and air conditioning come as standard, and guests rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 638 reviews. Families are catered for with family rooms, while car rental and shuttle service make it easy to get around.
See Lanta Pearl Beach ResortSayang Beach Resort
72 Moo 3 Saladan, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereSayang Beach Resort places you near the sea in Saladan, 4.5 km from the centre, with a garden, terrace and patio for slow mornings and a restaurant on site. Canoe and fishing gear suit guests who want time on the water, and car rental and shuttle service cover longer trips. Air-conditioned rooms with balconies, plus breakfast, keep things easy. It earns 4.5 out of 5 from 411 reviews.
See Sayang Beach ResortTwin Bay Resort
333 Moo 1 Saladan, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereTwin Bay Resort has its own private beach and an outdoor pool with a kids pool, 7.4 km from the centre. Divers and families both fit here: diving and scuba diving, canoe and fishing sit alongside family rooms and a buffet restaurant. Air-conditioned rooms with balconies and a garden complete the picture, with massages and room service for downtime. Guests give it 4.5 out of 5 from 399 reviews.
See Twin Bay ResortTropicana Lanta Resort
352 Moo 2 Saladan, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereTropicana Lanta Resort is the closest of this group to the centre at 0.9 km, and it pairs two pools — an outdoor pool and a salt water pool, plus a kids pool — with a fitness centre and Jacuzzi. Air-conditioned rooms come with bathrobes, minibar and balcony, and the restaurant, breakfast and massage cover the rest of the day. Diving, canoe and horse riding can be arranged. It scores 4.5 out of 5 from 381 reviews.
See Tropicana Lanta ResortLanta Villa Resort
14 Moo 3 Saladan, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereLanta Villa Resort keeps things simple: an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free wifi and parking, 6.2 km from the centre. It is a practical choice for guests who want the essentials in Saladan without a long list of extras, and wheelchair accessible facilities are available. With 194 reviews and a 4.5 out of 5 rating, it suits couples or small groups settling in for a quiet stay on Ko Lanta.
See Lanta Villa ResortSouthern Lanta Resort
105 Moo3, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSouthern Lanta Resort sits 6.3 km from the centre with a spa, outdoor pool and kids pool, plus a tennis court for active guests. Sea-facing rooms with balconies, air conditioning and a kitchen or kitchenette make longer stays comfortable, and massage, a restaurant and room service round things out. Families will find family rooms and shuttle service useful. It rates 4.3 out of 5 across 434 reviews.
See Southern Lanta ResortLanta Island Resort
10 Moo 3 Saladan, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereLanta Island Resort has a private beach and an outdoor pool with a pool bar, 6.3 km from the centre. Air-conditioned rooms with patios or balconies and sea access suit beach-focused travellers. It holds 4.3 out of 5 from 231 reviews.
See Lanta Island ResortCosta Lanta Adult Only
212 Moo 1, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereCosta Lanta Adult Only is an adults-only option 7.1 km from the centre, with an outdoor pool, garden and terrace facing the sea. Couples get air-conditioned rooms with minibar and hairdryer, a restaurant on site, and canoe, diving and massage for the days in between. Car rental and shuttle service help with trips out. It scores 4.3 out of 5 from 185 reviews.
See Costa Lanta Adult OnlyBakantiang Resort
65 1 Kantiang Beach Koh Lanta Krabi, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereBakantiang Resort is set at Kantiang Beach, 9.5 km from the centre, with an outdoor pool, pool bar and garden, plus a restaurant, bar and lounge. Air-conditioned rooms with balconies and minibar suit couples and families wanting a relaxed southern base; massage, room service and diving are on hand, and currency exchange and car rental cover practical needs. Guests rate it 4.3 out of 5 from 183 reviews.
See Bakantiang ResortLanta Il Mare Beach Resort
52 Moo 8 Klong Nin Beach, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereLanta Il Mare Beach Resort sits on Klong Nin Beach, 3.7 km from the centre, with its own private beach, an outdoor pool and a games room. Sea-view rooms with balconies and air conditioning, plus a restaurant and massage, make it a fit for families and divers — canoe, diving and fishing are all available, along with bike and car rental. It earns 4.3 out of 5 from 180 reviews.
See Lanta Il Mare Beach ResortLanta Klong Nin Beach Resort
324 Moo 6 Koh Lanta Yai, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereLanta Klong Nin Beach Resort offers an outdoor pool, restaurant and garden 4.8 km from the centre, with diving, canoe and fishing for guests who want to be on the water. It works well for couples and small groups. The rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 429 reviews.
See Lanta Klong Nin Beach ResortLanta Corner Resort
989 Moo 2 Saladan, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereLanta Corner Resort combines a private beach with an outdoor pool and a fitness centre, 2.3 km from the centre. Air-conditioned rooms have balconies, sofas or sofa beds and slippers, and the restaurant, massage and room service cover meals and downtime. Divers and horse riders will find activities arranged on site. It is rated 4.2 out of 5 across 297 reviews.
See Lanta Corner ResortD.R. Lanta Bay Resort
206 Moo 3, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereD.R. Lanta Bay Resort is 6.6 km from the centre with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, set among gardens with a terrace and lounge. Air-conditioned rooms with balconies, microwave and hairdryer suit families and longer stays, while massage, car rental and shuttle service handle the rest. Breakfast is available on site. Guests give it 4.2 out of 5 from 257 reviews.
See D.R. Lanta Bay ResortBlue Andaman Lanta Resort
251 Moo 2 Sasadan, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereBlue Andaman Lanta Resort is just 0.5 km from the centre, with a private beach, an outdoor pool and a kids pool. Families and divers are well served: family rooms, diving, canoe, fishing and horse riding are all on offer, alongside a restaurant, bar and massage. Air-conditioned rooms with balconies and a garden setting complete it. It scores 4.1 out of 5 from 408 reviews.
See Blue Andaman Lanta ResortLanta Miami Resort
13 Moo 6 Ko Lanta Yai, Ko Lanta, Thailand
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereLanta Miami Resort keeps its offer focused: an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a garden 5.3 km from the centre, with a terrace for relaxing. Bicycle hire and horse riding suit guests who want to get out and about, and express check-in, laundry and luggage storage smooth the practical side. Wheelchair accessible facilities are available. It holds 4.1 out of 5 from 187 reviews.
See Lanta Miami Resort
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanta Pearl Beach Resort | ★★★ | 4.5 | 638 | Yes | – | Yes | 3.9 km |
| Sayang Beach Resort | ★★★ | 4.5 | 411 | Yes | Yes | – | 4.5 km |
| Twin Bay Resort | ★★★ | 4.5 | 399 | Yes | – | Yes | 7.4 km |
| Tropicana Lanta Resort | ★★★ | 4.5 | 381 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.9 km |
| Lanta Villa Resort | ★★★ | 4.5 | 194 | Yes | – | Yes | 6.2 km |
| Southern Lanta Resort | ★★★ | 4.3 | 434 | Yes | – | Yes | 6.3 km |
| Lanta Island Resort | ★★★ | 4.3 | 231 | Yes | – | Yes | 6.3 km |
| Costa Lanta Adult Only | ★★★ | 4.3 | 185 | Yes | – | Yes | 7.1 km |
| Bakantiang Resort | ★★★ | 4.3 | 183 | Yes | – | Yes | 9.5 km |
| Lanta Il Mare Beach Resort | ★★★ | 4.3 | 180 | Yes | – | Yes | 3.7 km |
| Lanta Klong Nin Beach Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 429 | Yes | – | Yes | 4.8 km |
| Lanta Corner Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 297 | Yes | – | Yes | 2.3 km |
| D.R. Lanta Bay Resort | ★★★ | 4.2 | 257 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 6.6 km |
| Blue Andaman Lanta Resort | ★★★ | 4.1 | 408 | Yes | – | Yes | 0.5 km |
| Lanta Miami Resort | ★★★ | 4.1 | 187 | Yes | – | Yes | 5.3 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Twin Bay Resort, Tropicana Lanta Resort, Southern Lanta Resort, Lanta Corner Resort and Blue Andaman Lanta Resort all list family rooms, and each has an outdoor pool; Twin Bay Resort, Tropicana Lanta Resort and Southern Lanta Resort add a kids pool. Lanta Corner Resort and Blue Andaman Lanta Resort also have a private beach.
Twin Bay Resort · Tropicana Lanta Resort · Southern Lanta Resort · Lanta Corner Resort · Blue Andaman Lanta Resort
For couples
Costa Lanta Adult Only is adults only, which suits couples wanting quiet, and lists an outdoor pool and beach nearby. Bakantiang Resort and Lanta Miami Resort are smaller properties with massage, a garden and bars, and both sit away from the busiest part of the west coast.
Costa Lanta Adult Only · Bakantiang Resort · Lanta Miami Resort
For beach access
Twin Bay Resort and Lanta Island Resort both have a private beach, while Lanta Il Mare Beach Resort and D.R. Lanta Bay Resort are on or by the sand. Bakantiang Resort and Lanta Klong Nin Beach Resort name beach locations in their addresses.
Twin Bay Resort · Lanta Island Resort · D.R. Lanta Bay Resort
Closest to the centre
Blue Andaman Lanta Resort is 0.5 km from the centre, Tropicana Lanta Resort 0.9 km and Lanta Corner Resort 2.3 km, so these three keep you nearest the Saladan area and its ferry pier, shops and restaurants.
Blue Andaman Lanta Resort · Tropicana Lanta Resort · Lanta Corner Resort
Where to stay in Ko Lanta
Saladan
Saladan is the closest beach area to the ferry pier, with a long stretch of sand and many resorts and restaurants, making it a convenient base for exploring the island.
Our picks here: Lanta Pearl Beach Resort · Sayang Beach Resort · Twin Bay Resort · Tropicana Lanta Resort · Lanta Island Resort · Lanta Corner Resort
Klong Nin Beach
Klong Nin Beach is a quieter beach on the west coast, with a mix of resorts and local eateries, and suits those seeking a more relaxed atmosphere. Lanta Il Mare Beach Resort and Lanta Klong Nin Beach Resort are both based here.
Our picks here: Lanta Il Mare Beach Resort
Plan your stay
When to go
The best time to visit Ko Lanta is the dry season, from November to April, when the weather is sunny and the sea is calm; December to February are the peak months. The rainy season runs from May to October, with the heaviest rainfall in September and October, when many businesses may close and boat services are reduced. Temperatures stay fairly consistent year-round, typically 25°C to 32°C. Calm high-season water suits the beaches and the diving trips, and families generally find the island family-friendly then.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre?
Blue Andaman Lanta Resort, at 0.5 km from the centre, followed by Tropicana Lanta Resort at 0.9 km and Lanta Corner Resort at 2.3 km. Bakantiang Resort is the furthest of the list, at 9.5 km.
Which hotels have a pool?
Lanta Pearl Beach Resort, Twin Bay Resort, Tropicana Lanta Resort, Lanta Villa Resort, Southern Lanta Resort, Lanta Island Resort, Costa Lanta Adult Only, Bakantiang Resort, Lanta Il Mare Beach Resort, Lanta Klong Nin Beach Resort, Lanta Corner Resort, D.R. Lanta Bay Resort, Blue Andaman Lanta Resort and Lanta Miami Resort all list a pool.
Do any hotels offer free parking?
Yes. Lanta Pearl Beach Resort, Sayang Beach Resort, Twin Bay Resort, Tropicana Lanta Resort, Lanta Villa Resort, Lanta Island Resort, Costa Lanta Adult Only, Bakantiang Resort, Lanta Il Mare Beach Resort, Lanta Klong Nin Beach Resort, Lanta Corner Resort, D.R. Lanta Bay Resort, Blue Andaman Lanta Resort and Lanta Miami Resort all list free car parking.
Which hotels are best for families?
Twin Bay Resort, Tropicana Lanta Resort, Southern Lanta Resort, Lanta Corner Resort and Blue Andaman Lanta Resort list family rooms. Twin Bay Resort, Tropicana Lanta Resort and Southern Lanta Resort also have a kids pool.
Which hotels are adults only or best for couples?
Costa Lanta Adult Only is the only adults-only property in this list, with 185 reviews and a rating of 4.3. Bakantiang Resort and Lanta Miami Resort are smaller options with massage and garden areas.
Which hotels have a spa or massage?
Massage is listed at Lanta Pearl Beach Resort, Twin Bay Resort, Tropicana Lanta Resort, Southern Lanta Resort, Lanta Island Resort, Bakantiang Resort, Lanta Il Mare Beach Resort, Lanta Corner Resort, Blue Andaman Lanta Resort and D.R. Lanta Bay Resort. Southern Lanta Resort also lists a spa.
Are pets allowed at these hotels?
None of the listed hotels states that pets are allowed, so it is best to check directly with the property you choose before booking.
Which hotels have the highest guest ratings?
Lanta Pearl Beach Resort, Sayang Beach Resort, Twin Bay Resort and Tropicana Lanta Resort each score 4.5 out of 5.