Khlong Dao Beach, Koh Lanta

Khlong Dao Beach is the nearest beach to the village of Ban Saladan, where the Koh Lanta ferry and most dive shops are located. Due to its location it is the most developed beach on Koh Lanta. Now with the greatest variety of hotels and resorts (Please check below for our resort recommendations ), many with their own spas and nearly all with swimming pools. Khlong Dao is far from overdeveloped tho, and locals will not let resort owners build on the beach or above tree height keeping resorts unobtrusive and preserving the relaxed atmosphere.

Here is a short video of Khlong Dao Beach:

Khlong Dao Beach is made of white powdery sand and stretches 3 km. Due to the shape of the Bay it retains incredible calm waters making it a favourite choice for family’s. There’s a good mix of restaurants all along the beach and one in particular is above the Time for Lime cooking school located near the south of the beach. The restaurant is quite small and they have a select menu which is different every day. The food, view and setting here makes for a great experience. Also check out the beach bars for some friendly drinks whilst the sun is setting and in the evenings many bars play host to fire shows.

If you take a walk to the main road you will find a host of internet cafes, travel agents, ATM’s and a 7 Eleven. If you are quite adventurous why not try one of the many Thai restaurants with real spicy Thai food or a Noodle stand. You will see many locals frequent these places and you are always welcome!

Here’s our Top 3 hotel choices for Khlong Dao Beach -

• Luxury:
  Chada Beach Resort and Spa
• Midprice:
  Royal Lanta Resort and Spa
• Budget:
  Ocean View Resort

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More photos of Khlong Dao Beach:

Still not sure why not take another look at the Beach from a different angle: