Regularly voted as one of the best beaches in Thailand and indeed Asia, Kantiang Bay is located towards the southern end of Koh Lanta, a 45-minute drive from Saladan Village.
It’s a much quieter, more secluded beach than Klong Dao or Long Beach and boasts some of Koh Lanta’s best soft golden sand which stretches for nearly 2 kilometres.
Kantiang Bay creates a perfect crescent shape to keep the Andaman Sea flat calm with crystal clear water. Looking up from the beach beyond the road, you will see the mountain range which provides breathtaking scenery around the bay.
The Pimalai resort dominates the centre of Kantiang Bay, and over on the right of the bay are Phra Nang Lanta resort, Why Not Bar, Baan Lanta resort and Aqua Bar that all overlook the beach.
Directly behind the resorts there’s a road and a tiny village, which is home to a 7-11, some tour agents and the awesome Drunken Sailors cafe within a couple of minutes walk from the beach.
Even on a busy day, you may find yourself sharing the beach with only a handful of people. It’s a perfect choice for honeymooners and couples who want peace and quiet and get away from the masses.
How To Get To Kantiang Bay
The quickest way to get to Kantiang Bay is by Express Transfer, which combines a minivan and speedboat to get you door to door from Krabi Airport to your Koh Lanta hotel. You can also get a Private Minivan Transfer, which is perfect for families and groups of friends.
Where To Stay In Kantiang Bay
There is a large variety of accommodation in Kantiang Bay, particularly for more upmarket resorts and villas.
Recommended Luxury Kantiang Bay Resorts:
Pimalai
The Houben
- Pimalai
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Koh Lanta’s most luxurious resort, Pimalai is a truly five star experience with both spectacular rooms and private villas - The Houben
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With its distinct contemporary architecture, the Houben is a chic, stylish luxury retreat. No children under 12 years old are allowed - Vacation Village Phra Nang Lanta
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This long-running cosy resort offers studio rooms and suites with direct views over the beach and sea - Baan Kantiang See Villa Resort
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Enjoy your own two bedroom villa with shared pool looking out over Kantiang Bay. Sleeps 4 adults and 2 children
Recommended Kantiang Bay Villas For Hire:
Villa Ayutthaya
Villa Siam Lanna
- Villa Ayutthaya
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A three bedroom teak wood villa with private pool - Villa Siam Lanna
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A four bedroom villa with private saltwater pool and optional in-house chef - Villa Grandé Koh Lanta
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A three bedroom villa with swimming pool, garden and terrace, and close to the beach
Mid-Range Kantiang Bay Resorts:
Puteri Lanta Family Villas
Alama Sea Village
- Alama Sea Village
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Popular resort with one and two bedroom villas grouped around a large pool with superb views – great for couples - Puteri Lanta Family Villas
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A collection of villas for up to 6 people with hotel amenities in a quiet location but still near the beach - Baan Lanta
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Deluxe wooden bungalows with either sea or pool view, Baan Lanta is one of Koh Lanta’s most well-established resorts - Kantiang Bay View Resort
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A friendly boutique resort (only 7 rooms), a couple of minutes from the beach - Kantiang Resort
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Pleasant rooms overlooking Kantiang Bay from the hillside behind the beach
Budget Kantiang Bay Resorts:
- Aha Lanta Hostel
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One of Kantiang Bay’s only budget offerings, Aha Lanta is a clean and tidy hostel with tropical garden
Places To Eat On Kantiang Bay
With a short walk from the beach up to the main road, you will find a handful of shops. These includes a few internet and travel shops, clothes shops, a few ATMs and a beauty salon, not forgetting the usual 7-Eleven. Drunken Sailors Bar and Coffee shop is a great place to relax and unwind. For more suggestions about eating and drinking, see Best Kantiang Bay Restaurants and Places To Eat.
Kantiang Bay Map on Google Maps
This is our comprehensive Google Map of Kantiang Bay on Koh Lanta. We recommend you open the map in a new window to see it properly.
Each type of landmark has a different colour marker on the map:
- BLUE: Accommodation on Koh Lanta
- GREEN: Food and Drink on Koh Lanta/li>
- BRIGHT RED: Things To Do on Koh Lanta
- ORANGE: Shopping on Koh Lanta
- DARK RED: Koh Lanta Practicalities
- PURPLE: Koh Lanta Landmarks
Click on a marker and it will give you the name of the landmark, with a brief description and links for more information and directions. You can pan, scroll, and zoom around the map, or use the + or – buttons in the bottom left of the map to zoom in and out.
Click on the icon in the top left corner for an index of every location, sorted by category. Scroll down or use the map search (the magnifying glass icon) to find the place you want. Click the name of the place in the list. Its location pin will be highlighted on the map.
Each category is on a different layer, which can be switched on and off. So you can just see the Hotel or Restaurant pins, for example.
If you are using the map on your phone, open the Koh Lanta Thailand Map and then search for the name of the place. The map will then zoom in on its location.
Kantiang Bay Places Of Interest
Kantiang Bay Hotels
- Aha Lanta Hostel
One of Kantiang Bay’s only budget offerings, Aha Lanta is a clean and tidy hostel with tropical garden - Alama Sea Village
Popular resort with one and two bedroom villas grouped around a large pool with superb views – great for couples - Baan Lanta Resort
- Cashewnut Tree
- The Houben
Chic urban style meets the beach at The Houben’s 5-star designer resort - Kantiang Bay View Resort
- Kantiang Resort
Pleasant rooms overlooking Kantiang Bay from the hillside behind the beach - Lanta Marine Park View Resort & Spa
Laid back, friendly, basic resort - Lanta Simply Life Bungalows
- Lanta Top View Resort
Very basic resort - Pimalai Resort
Koh Lanta’s original 5-star luxury resort, with stunning private villas and hotel rooms - Sammy Resort & Spa
- Vacation Village Phra Nang Lanta Resort
Boutique hotel on the beach
Kantiang Bay Villas
- Baan Thai Lanta Resort
- Baan Kantiang See Villa Resort
Eight identical, two bedroom villas overlooking Kantiang Bay, available individually or collectively - Puteri Lanta Family Villas
One bedroom villas, perfect for self-catering couples - Villa Ayutthaya
A three bedroom teak wood villa with private pool - Villa Grandé Koh Lanta
A three bedroom villa with swimming pool, garden and terrace, and close to the beach - Villa Siam Lanna
A four bedroom villa with private saltwater pool and optional in-house chef
Kantiang Bay Places To Eat And Drink
- A La Carte
Thai papaya salad, BBQ chicken, Tom Yam – real Thai food, open 11:00-21:00 - Aqua Bar
- Drunken Sailors
Popular, laid back coffee and fusion food - Pad Thai Rock & Roll
Pad Thai made with authentic Thai ingredients plus smoothies and fruit juices - Red Alert
Red Alert is located in the Houben Resort – an upmarket funky restaurant and bar with dramatic views - Same Same But Different
Stunning beach side restaurant - Seven Seas
Restaurant in the Pimalai resort, stylish, romantic location with stunning oecan views serving an à la carte menu - Top View Restaurant
- Why Not Bar
Beach bar with a good cocktail list, fireshows and live bands
Kantiang Bay Other Places Of Interest
- ATM – Accepts international bank cards
- 7-Eleven convenience store – open 24 hours
- Medical Clinic
- Artista Spa Massage
- Go Dive Dive Shop
- Nui Bay
A tiny, undeveloped beach nearby to Kantiang Bay
A tiny, undeveloped beach nearby to Kantiang Bay
Where Is Kantiang Bay Located?
Precisely because Kantiang Bay is relatively secluded compared to northern Koh Lanta, many people love it because of its peace and quiet and general tranquility.
There are a few other restaurants and bars in the Kantiang Bay area within walking distance of the main hotels and resorts, but you will need transport to visit other areas of the island. This can be organised by your hotel.
