Royal Lanta Resort & Spa

On Koh Lanta’s sun-drenched Andaman coast, this beachfront resort sits a 3-minute walk from Klong Dao Beach and a short drive from Laem Kho Kwang and Long Beach. Set on white sand with island views, Royal Lanta Resort & Spa is a laid-back beach hotel perfect for family-friendly island escapes.

Barefoot-elegant vibes meet simple Thai style across 79 air-conditioned rooms and pavilion-style villas. Rooms have private balconies, refrigerators and satellite TV; private bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and bidets. Premium and Grand Deluxe villas add living areas and Jacuzzi options. On-site Coral Leaf Spa and sand-front dining keep things relaxed and local.

Two pools (including a children’s pool), an outdoor pool, spa, sauna and Jacuzzi set the pace for lazy days. There’s a fitness center, diving club and a tour desk for island excursions. Gardens, terraces and a pavilion-style restaurant on the sand mean you can wake up to sea-breeze mornings and finish with spectacular sunsets.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property and a business center make light work of short deadlines. A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, dry cleaning/laundry and roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) keep logistics simple. Free self parking is available onsite.

Pavilion-style restaurant on the sand and a poolside bar serve local flavors and sunset cocktails. Grab freshly baked pastries at the Sea Cow Cafe or order room service. Buffet breakfasts run daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM (for a fee).