Koh Larn Travel Guide: Koh Larn is located 8 km off the coast of Pattaya. It's a very popular destination, especially with Thai tourists who come for weekend getaways. Many come from Bangkok, which is only 2 hours away, to spend the weekend or holidays. Koh Larn means Coral Island. It offers the sandy beaches and turquoise sea closest to the Thai capital. Compared to bustling Pattaya on the mainland, it's a much quieter and more relaxed place, though its beaches aren't as spectacular. Koh Larn is 4 km long and has a small hill with a temple. There are two small villages, Ban Ko Lan and Ban Krok Makhan, where you'll find the restaurants and most of the hotels and guesthouses. Most of Koh Larn's beaches are on the west coast. The most popular and lively beach is undoubtedly Tawaen Beach. We personally prefer Nual Beach, which is quieter but sometimes a bit dirtier. All information about getting around on Koh Larn can be found in our section "Getting around on Koh Larn".

Accommodation on Koh Larn: Although there are numerous accommodations on Koh Larn, they book up quickly on weekends and holidays. Many Bangkok residents come to enjoy the beautiful beaches, just two hours from the capital. Therefore, booking in advance is highly recommended. Most hotels and guesthouses are located on Tawaen Beach. The price range is wide, from small, budget-friendly guesthouses to large luxury hotels. Compared to Pattaya, prices are somewhat higher for the same quality. Find accommodation on Koh Larn. Choose a destination: Amphawa Ayutthaya Bang Saphan Bangkok Buriram Cha Am Chachoengsao Chaiyaphum Chanthaburi Chiang Dao Chiang Khan Chiang Mai Chiang Rai Chonburi Chumphon Dan Sai Hat Yai Hua Hin Kalasin Kamphaeng Phet Kanchanaburi Khao Lak Khao Sok Koh Chang Koh Jum Koh Kood Koh Lanta Koh Larn Koh Lipe Koh Mak Koh Phangan Koh Phayam Koh Phi Phi Koh Samet Koh Samui Koh Sichang Koh Tao Koh Wai Krabi Lampang Lamphun Loei Lopburi Mae Hong Son Nakhon Pathom Nakhon Phanom Nakhon Ratchasima Nakhon Si Thammarat Nan Nang Rong Nong Khai Pai Pak Chong Pattaya Phang Nga Phang Nga Phayao Phetchabun Phetchaburi Phitsanulok Phrae Phuket Prachuap Khiri Khan Pranburi Railay Ranong Ratchaburi Rayong Roi Et Samut Songkhram Sangkhlaburi Sattahip Sukhothai Surat Thani Surin Tak Trang Trat Ubon Ratchathani Udon Thani all categories less than 300 THB from 300 to 500 THB from 500 to 1000 THB from 1000 to 2500 THB from 2500 to 5000 THB plus 5000 THB // grey Less prices not available in the city selection ("All prices are available at any time") function findAccommodationCategories(citySelect) { var option=citySelect.options[citySelect.selectedIndex]; var price=parseInt(option ? option.getAttribute("data-price") : 0,10) || 0; var categories=citySelect.form.elements["categories"]; if(!categories) return; for(var i=0;i<categories.options.length;i++) { var val=categories.options[i].value; categories.options[i].disabled=!(val=="all" || val=="-" || (Math.pow(2,parseInt(val,10))&price)); } } (function() { var forms=document.querySelectorAll("#form-accommodations form"); var form=forms[forms.length-1]; if(form && form.elements["cities"]) findAccommodationCategories(form.elements["cities"]); })(); My Recommendations I am often asked which accommodations I recommend in Thailand. Here are my recommendations for Koh Larn. Bee Orchid Pool Villa Hotel in Koh Larn 8.0/10 Book now More details Sweet Box Bed & Breakfast @ Kohlarn Hotel in Koh Larn 8.0/10 Book now More details At Koh Larn Resort Hotel in Koh Larn 8.1/10 Book now More details arrow_circle_right View all accommodations in Koh Larn

Practical information about Koh Larn: If you're planning a weekend getaway or your main Thailand holiday on Koh Larn, booking well in advance is essential. The earlier, the better, as otherwise your chances of finding a room are practically zero. The island is easily accessible by ferry or one of the many speedboats. While the speedboats are more expensive, they are also environmentally damaging, and their drivers can be quite reckless. Accidents are a regular occurrence.

How do you get to Koh Larn? The ferry crossing from Pattaya to Koh Larn takes 40 minutes. Boats depart from Pattaya Bali Hai Pier, located in South Pattaya at the end of Walking Street. You'll also find speedboat operators there. However, we advise against using them, as they are environmentally damaging and the drivers can be very reckless. Several speedboat accidents occur in Thailand every year, many of them in Pattaya. [arrow_circle_right] See all ways to get to Koh Larn

What's the best way to get around Koh Larn? On Koh Larn, you can take a motorbike taxi (the ride from the pier to one of the main beaches costs about 50 THB) or the blue pickup trucks that run between the beaches and the pier. Alternatively, you can also rent motorbikes near the pier.

Other sights on Koh Larn: The Starstarstar Temple is a small temple on a hill, accessible via a narrow stone staircase. It offers an interesting view, and the trip there is a welcome change from a beach holiday.

How do you ask for directions to Koh Larn in Thai? I want to go to Koh Larn / Yak pai thi Go Lan. Where is Koh Larn? / Go Lan yu thi nai?