#1
Nui Bay
4.6 (1,847)·Koh Lanta
A small sheltered cove on Lanta's west coast, forested hills behind, and far fewer people than the big beaches.
The 10 Best Beaches in Koh Lanta, Ranked
This is a west-coast list through and through, and it leans quiet: small jungle-backed bays like Nui and Klong Jak sit above the long, easy stretches of sand up north. Nui Bay takes the top spot, a beach people call crowd-free.
10 placesAvg 4.5 on GoogleUpdated Oct 2026
- #2
Klong Jak Beach
4.7 (660)·Koh LantaA secluded white-sand beach on Koh Lanta's southern coast, known for calm waters and a relaxed atmosphere.
- #3
Bamboo Beach
4.3 (1,174)·Koh LantaA quiet, accessible beach on Koh Lanta's north end, popular for its calm waters and relaxed atmosphere.
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Best Hotels in Koh Lanta
My pick at each price level in Koh Lanta, going by Google's hotel class. Hotels from my ranked list of the 10 best come first, then the best-reviewed. Each button opens the hotel on Booking.com with your dates filled in.
#2Luxury · 5-star
Avani+ Koh Lanta Krabi Resort4.6 (1,202 reviews)
Upscale rooms & villas, some with private pools, plus 2 restaurants, a beachfront bar & a spa.
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#3Budget · 3-star
Anda Lanta Resort4.6 (798 reviews)
Modest beachfront getaway offering an outdoor pool, a Thai/European restaurant & loaner kayaks.
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- #4
Beautiful Beach
4.4 (976)·Koh LantaA laid-back beach on Koh Lanta's coast, open daily and well-regarded by visitors.
- #5
Phra Ae Beach
4.4 (809)·Koh LantaLong, relaxed beach with shallow surf, tree-shaded areas & nearby bars, restaurants & resorts.
- #6
Kantiang Bay
4.5 (603)·Koh LantaKantiang Bay is southern Koh Lanta's horseshoe of jungle-backed sand — the beach that convinces people to extend their stay. Steep green hills wrap around both
- #7
Khlong Dao Beach
4.5 (503)·Koh LantaA long, sandy beach on Koh Lanta's northwest coast, popular for its calm waters and relaxed atmosphere.
- #8
Bakantiang Beach
4.6 (368)·Koh LantaCompact stretch of rainforest beach with waterfront bars, eateries, dive schools & accommodation.
- #9
Nui Beach
4.4 (467)·Koh LantaIntimate, laid-back beach for swimming & snorkeling, surrounded by a tropical forest.
- #10
Klong Khong Beach
4.4 (449)·Klong KhongA laid-back Ko Lanta beach with shore-side restaurants, bars, and massage spots in a relaxed, uncrowded setting.
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