Layana Resort & Spa, Koh Lanta, Krabi, Thailand

Layana Resort & Spa . . . Imagine a place where every desire is fulfilled; where magical sunsets mark the end of luxurious days and the beginning of dream-filled evenings; where the world revolves around you . . . Discover Lanta Island and the wonders of the Andaman Sea. Experience the art of relaxation at the Layana Resort and Spa, a delicate combination of unique Thai culture and modern luxury.

Warm hospitality with special attention to your personalized wishes and needs are the hallmarks of our friendly and dedicated team. Gracious staff with endearing smiles - always there when you need a hand.  

The resort features 50 luxurious guestrooms and suites comprising 44 Garden Pavilion rooms, 3 Beach Suites and 3 Ocean Deluxe Suites. All are designed in contemporary Thai style, complete with large balconies, while decor and furnishings are both natural and luxurious, making extensive use of hardwoods, silks and other indigenous materials.

All rooms have either king-size double beds or separate twin beds with goose-down duvets, as well as a large daybed serving both as a daytime sitting area and as a third bed at night if needed. Bathrooms are fitted with bathtubs and separate showers, while the suites are additionally provided with open-air garden showers. 

Garden Pavilion rooms, offering 49 square meters of living space, are located in 11 separate two-storey units, each with four guestrooms, nestled within landscaped gardens, commanding garden and mountain views. Total : 44 Garden Pavilions.

The Ocean Deluxe Suites, set back from the beach, cover 88 square metres laid out over two storey's, with an open upstairs sala (living area) commanding 270-degree views. Compete with desk, daybed and minibar upstairs, in good weather it is possible to sleep "under the stars" with only a net to protect against unwelcome mosquitoes.

- Private balcony
- Twin single or king-size bed
- Work desk
- Day bed
- Private lounge with outdoor seating (suites only)

- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Ceiling fans, IDD telephone
- Satellite and multi-lingual TV channels
- Wireless Internet connection
- Mini bar, Safety deposit box

- Hairdryer
- Tea & coffee making facilities
- Separate bathroom with bath tub and shower
- Additional open-air private garden bathroom with shower (suites only) 

 Tides Restaurant: A formal restaurant perched on the very edge of the beach overlooking the sea and open to the cooling sea breezes. Guests have the choice of a cool interior venue or an al fresco beachside setting on the deck in front of the restaurant. Serving a mouth-watering a la carte selection of international dishes, as well as traditional Thai fare and seafood specialties all made from the freshest of ingredients.

The menu quality is matched by a wine list of varying prices. 

Location: Beachfront
Capacity: 58 seats inside and 20 outside
Opening hours: Breakfast: 6:30am to 10:30am
All day dining: 11:30am to 6:00pm
Dinner: 7:00pm to 10:30pm

Sundowners Bar: Facing the beach, this is the perfect location for refreshing fruitcakes, cool drinks and evening cocktails. Make new friends and enjoy memorable sunsets and special prices at the Sunset Hour from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.

Location: Beachfront
Capacity: 18 seats at the bar, and 20 seats on the deck around the bar
Opening hours: 10:00am to 12:00 midnight

Lounge: This is a relaxed venue for drinks and light refreshments.
Location: Poolside area
Capacity: 32 seats inside and 24 outside
Opening hours: 10.00 am to 10.00 pm

Library: Provided with books, magazines, newspapers and internet access, the Library serves coffee, juices, ice creams and freshly baked pastries and cakes.

Location: Spa area
Capacity: 25 seats
Opening hours: 09.00 am to 8.00 pm

Available for meetings and parties, the 82-square-metre Conference Room can accommodate up to 60 guests for cocktails, or setting configurations can be for up to 40 people in theatre style, 33 in classroom and 26 in U-shape arrangement.

 
Support equipment includes:

- Audio-visual equipment
- Flip chart
- Overhead projector
- White board
- Stand and table mix
- TV, Video player
- Broadband Internet

Discover the true essence of escapism; the contentment found in exploring a secluded island destination, or the bliss of simply doing nothing. Experience the art of relaxation around our infinity salt water pool, or be pummelled by waterjets in our large poolside jaccuzzi. 

• Hobie catting (November to April only)
• Kayaking
• Mountain biking
• Motor cycling around the island
• Gym
• Boat and snorkeling trips to nearby islands (November to April only)
• Boat trips to East Coast islands (predominantly May to October)
• Scuba diving (November to April only)
• Day sailing charter trips (November to April only)
• Elephant trekking
• Thai boxing (November to April only)
• Nature reserve
• Island discovery tours by minivan
• Weekly complimentary wine tasting
• Sunset Cruises
• Authentic Thai cookery lessons and fruit carving
• Lawn croquet 

With stunning and remote islands, spectacular shallow corals, tropical coastal rainforest, and ancient and diverse cultures, Koh Lanta offers so much more than a simple beach holiday. In addition to the scenic beauty of the various islands that comprises Koh Lanta National Marine Park, places of interest include Mai Kaew Caves, a fascinating complex of caverns with a forest setting in the centre of Koh Lanta Yai. For the scuba enthusiast, there is a wide choice of excellent dive sites, especially around the uninhabited islands of Koh Rok Noi and Koh Rok Yai.

Our guests are welcomed by Layana airport representative at Krabi International Airport. The transportation consists of a 20 minutes drive from Krabi airport to Laem Kruat pier followed by a 50/55 minutes scenic ride along the coast of Lanta Island on our private speedboat depending on sea and weather conditions.

Other services:

- Airport transfer
- Baby setting service
- Car / motorcycle rental
- Fax, Foreign exchange
- Laundry / valet service
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours reception

Secluded within its own walled garden, the resort's Linger Spa is a sanctuary from stress. Here guests may rediscover their inner harmony through an extensive range of Eastern and Western health and beauty treatments designed to promote physical, mental and emotional well-being. All therapists are fully trained and products used are from natural products. French imported products are used for facials.

- 5 indoor air-conditioned treatment rooms
- Sauna with shock shower
- Outside Jacuzzi

- Hydro-massage pool
- Massages
- Scrubs & Wrap

- Body treatments
- Facials
- Pedicure manicure, Foot care 

Layana Resort & Spa is located on the west coast of Koh Lanta Yai at Phra-Ae Beach (Long Beach), a 3 km strech of white sand. Lying off the coast of Krabi Province on the Andaman Seas shores of southern Thailand, Koh Lanta Yai is approximately 27 km long and 12 km wide, making it the largest of 15 islands in an archipelago that forms the Koh Lanta National Marine Park.

Layana Resort & Spa can arrage surface transportation to and from any point in Phuket, Phangna and Trang Provinces. Arrivals at Krabi Airport will be welcomed by our representatives and transfered directly to the resort. From November to April, the transportation consists of a 50 minute drive from Krabi Airport to Baan Hua Hin Pier, and then a 20 minutes scenic ride along the coast of Koh Lanta on Layana's private speedboat. From May to October, transfer are organized by land transport only with two ferry crossings.