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About the Pimalai Resort & Spa

Pimalai is Koh Lanta's flagship resort and proof that Thailand's most tranquil large island deserves a luxurious honeymoon. Spanning 40 hectares of jungle hillside, the landscape stretches down to Kantiang Bay in the island's pristine south. Beachfront rooms are located below, while villas with infinity pools are nestled at the top of the hillside. The breathtaking ocean views more than compensate for the climb. The hillside spa is consistently ranked among the best in the country. For over two decades, the resort has cultivated an elegant and stylish ambiance, boasting world-class restaurants, a dive center for the Hin Daeng season, and service that blends the highest standards with understated sophistication.

The location is the epitome of romance. Kantiang Bay is one of Lanta's most beautiful crescent-shaped bays, the island's famously relaxed atmosphere ensures that the beach is never crowded, even in peak season, and the sunset from the villas perched higher up – when the Andaman Sea shimmers golden behind the bay's headlands – is a nightly spectacle. Couples who find Phuket too hectic and Samui too sociable end up here and discover their perfect getaway.

Other top-class hotels in Koh Lanta

My hotel selection in Koh Lanta in every price category, based on Google's hotel rating system. My top 10 hotels are displayed first, followed by the highest-rated ones. Each button takes you directly to the hotel's page on Booking.com, where your travel dates are already entered.

  • #2Luxury · 5-star resort Avani+ Koh Lanta Krabi 4.6 (1,202 reviews) Upscale rooms and villas, some with private pools, plus 2 restaurants, a beach bar, and a spa. Check prices
  • #3Budget · 3-star Anda Lanta Resort 4.6 (798 reviews) Cozy beachfront resort with outdoor pool, Thai-European restaurant, and kayak rentals. Check prices

    • Here in the area, on foot

    Highly rated accommodations are located within walking distance of the Pimalai Resort & Spa, with the closest ones listed first. The few minutes pass at a leisurely pace in the heat.

  • 3 minutes to Bakantiang Beach · Beaches · 270 m · 4.6★
  • 4 min. Same Same But Different Restaurant · Restaurants & Food · 350 m · 4.4★
  • 5 minutes from Kantiang Bay · Beaches · 380 m · 4.5★
  • 6 min. Koh Lanta Statue · Temples & Culture · 450 m · 4.5★
  • 6 minutes · Private longtail boat on Koh Lanta – Koh Rok & Koh Haa · Activities & Tours · 470 m · 4.9★
  • 6 min. Why Not Bar · Nightlife & Bars · 470 m · 4.3★

    • Experience tips

    Combine your visit. After the Pimalai Resort & Spa, round off your day on Koh Lanta with contrasting stopovers nearby.

  • Simply Life Restaurant · Restaurants & Food
  • To Giants Koh Lanta Ethical Elephant Sanctuary · Activities & Tours
  • Aqua Bar · Nightlife & Bars

    • 99 Moo 5 Ba Kan Tiang Beach, Ko Lanta District

    Other hotels and resorts nearby

    Everything within 4.5 km of the Pimalai Resort & Spa.

    Phra Nang Lanta Holiday Village

    Anda Lanta Resort

    Lanta Coral Beach Resort

    Mango House Seafront Villas and Suites

    Tips for visiting hotels and resorts

    Compare the rates of online travel agencies and direct providers.

    After finding a deal on Agoda or Booking.com, you should always check the hotel's own website as well. Many Thai hotels offer a best price guarantee or extras like free breakfast when booking directly.

    Location is more important than the stars

    A well-located 3-star hotel is often better than a remote 5-star resort. In Bangkok, proximity to a BTS or MRT station saves hours; on islands, proximity to the desired beach is crucial.

    Questions about the Pimalai Resort & Spa

    The Pimalai Resort & Spa has a rating of 4.8★ based on 1,700 Google reviews.

    The Pimalai Resort & Spa is open 24 hours a day. You can find the full daily schedule in the location information on this page. Opening hours may vary on Thai public holidays, so please check before visiting on public holidays.

    The best time to visit Koh Lanta is from November to April, as the weather is most stable then. Peak season is from December to January and during European school holidays. Those who travel early in the day will generally encounter fewer visitors. From May to October, you should carefully consider your travel dates (monsoon season; many shops are closed).

    The Pimalai Resort & Spa is located at 99 Moo 5 Ba Kan Tiang Beach, Amphoe Ko Lanta, on Koh Lanta. The best way to get around Koh Lanta is by rented motorbike (250–300 Baht/day; a main road runs along the west coast) or by tuk-tuks and songthaews along the beach road.

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