BEACH
In the southern part of Ko Lanta there are 2 nice bays that are included in the TreasureBeases database. The northernmost of the 2 bays, Ao Kantiang, is a social beach where you can also turn to for some entertainment. It is a large bay with a wide beach and fine sand.
The northern part of the beach is the busiest. You will find a small village with restaurants, some shops, and even ATMs. Most stays are centred here too. As you walk farther south, the beach becomes increasingly quiet. On the southern part of the bay, you can visit the lovely beach bar. Day-trippers come to this bar to enjoy a lazy day.
Pay attention to the swimming condition! At low tide, rocks lie in front of the shore in the northern part of the beach, making it difficult to swim. Fortunately, the southern and middle parts of the beach do allow you to go into the water for a nice swim.
WHERE TO STAY
There are various hotels to choose from, so definitely check the Internet to see what suits you best. Directly on the beach there are the 2 mid-range options Baan Laanta Resort & Spa and Kantiang Bay View Resort, and the more upper range option Phra Nang Lanta.
If you are looking for high end luxury, the Pimalai Resort & Spa is the place to be. This place is recommended if you want to enjoy the Thai beaches and be surrounded by Western amenities at the same time. Most bungalows are located on the hill with a beautiful view and only a small number of bungalows are directly on the beach.
You will find several good restaurant options near the beach or in the small village next to the beach.
Most visitors arrive in the northern part of the island. Please note that a taxi from the pier to Ao Kantiang costs approximately 700 baht.
