Layana Resort & Spa, Koh Lanta
272 Moo 3 Saladan
Phra-Ae Beach
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Overall Hotel Reviews
Based on 30 reviews
A perfect retreat for couples wanting to...
A perfect retreat for couples wanting to escape. The individual attention and service makes you feel very special and that's what the whole experience at Layana is like.
We hired a car for one day to see more of the island and frankly it made us appreciate the resort even more as we felt that the island has little to offer. Having said that, it is certainly not commercialised in the way Phi Phi island is (thank goodness).
The highlights for us were:
the food which was superb with both Thai and traditional dishes on offer,
the spa treatment which although on the pricey side is definitely worth it,
arriving at the resort in the speedboat!
We will definitely return in the future.
One disappointment: Pillows! They are too soft...
One disappointment: Pillows! They are too soft for comfort. I'm quite surprise that the Resort do not provided feather-filled pillows which most 5* hotels do. It does cost us some 'beauty-sleep'. This is the only flaws that I could fault the Resort. Otherwise, it is truly an excellent resort to relax in.
A successful stay at Layana certainly one...
A successful stay at Layana certainly one of the best resort in Koh Lanta...
Special thanks to the chief and the team of the restaurant!
A place that is very much well...
A place that is very much well preserved even aftermath the 2004 tsunami. Big guest room with a sizeable bathroom space! GM and the hotel staffs were very friendly during our whole stay there. I believed the best part of the resort I like about is the "perfect-saline" conditioned swimming pool. One could swim without even having googles!
My husband and I spent 6 days...
My husband and I spent 6 days at Layana. The resort staff and its service were wonderful. We enjoyed our daily walks on the beach, and the pool and outdoor jacuzzi were great. The Garden Pavilion room we stayed in was big and clean. You can see that the management has put in a lot of attention and details to the decor and lush landscaping.
The buffet breakfast was good. There was only one restaurant at the resort and they serve western food, wines as well as Thai food. The price was reasonable and the food was well presented. However, during one of our dinners, the jumbo prawns we ordered was not fresh. The sauce for the deep fried garoupa was also very salty. On hindsight, we could have asked the dishes to be changed.
The downside of our holiday is that there is not much to do at the resort as well as on Koh Lanta during low season. There are no pool tables, table tennis, jetski available. You basically just go to the pool everyday. It is not safe to swim in the sea as the waves are strong. If you are into spas, the resort has a spa which is quite good although pricey.
We took a half day sightseeing tour on the island as well as a full day tour on Krabi mainland. On Koh Lanta, it is very quiet and not much to do! Adventure tours to other islands and activities are only available in high season. The travelling time is also very long. During low season, it takes an hour's drive from Krabi Airport and an hour by two car ferries to reach Layana Resort.
This place is recommended if you visit during high season (October to April).
Layana is beautiful,awesome and fantastic! The staff...
Layana is beautiful,awesome and fantastic! The staff were great and service is thumbs up!! Me and my friends checked in for 2 nights and was so reluctant to leave, could have stayed longer if we had the time. Was allocated a garden pavillion that is so near the pool and had a great view of the ocean as well. Can even hear the waves from our balcony at times. The bedroom has a great warmth feel and bathroom is clean and spacious as well. Overall, its GREAT!
First of all the place is excellent....
First of all the place is excellent. Has a great view. Micheal n his team made it great. We're there for honeymoon, they pulled out all the stops.
Very nice hotel. Very friendly stuff. "Problem":...
Very nice hotel. Very friendly stuff. "Problem": not really cheap... Recommended!
The hotel is on a gorgeous, quiet...
The hotel is on a gorgeous, quiet beach with warm, clear water. Sunsets at the hotel bar were spectacular. The staff and management could not be more accommodating. They even surprised me with a cake as they realized it was my birthday. The gym is small but totally adequate. The owner was working out when I was and helped me with some exercises.
The infinity pool, delicious breakfast buffet, great margaritas, beach and warm welcome with a drink and lei made us truly happy. I'd agonized trying to find an ideal beach resort, and was glad I did. Our next stop did not live up to the Layana.
Where the owners will take care of...
Where the owners will take care of you!
Our stay at Layana Resort & Spa was not the first and certainly we will pop in whenever we happen to be around Thailand. Our experience have always been overhelming and most pleasant. Layana's philosophy is that "the world revolves around you" and this is taken seriously by its owners - Bob and Margie - a couple from South Africa, who together with their highly well trained staff take great care of every single guest. We felt special and pampered at the moment we exited Krabi airport till our check-out. We think around the world one can hardly find a place with this caliber where you have the opportunity to make acquaintance with the owners. The staff is friendly, helpful and always around pleased to fulfil any wish. Our Garden Pavilion room was spacious, bright and well designed. No expenses was spared in local woods and marble. From our balcony we could view the infinity pool and the ocean. Cleanness is a big deal and the service outstanding and truly individualized. At "Tides" restaurant located at the front beach the food was from excellent quality made of fresh ingredients and very well presented. For the lazy hours we tried the extensive treatments offered by "Linger Longer Spa". The masseuses are highly-trained and the products all made of natural Thai herbs. The infinity pool, wich is stunning, was the best to kill the extra calories we got at the "Tides". The beach was spotless. Layana has its own speedboat, so we tried a 4-island excursion and a Sunset tour, which was simply amazing. Overall I would say this is the best resort we have ever stayed in on holidays in Thailand. I would recomend this resort for the ones looking for something exclusive and excepcional.
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