Lanta IL Mare Beach Resort

The location is idyllic, on the beach front, with a beautiful sunset view. The room is spacious and clean; air conditioning, fridge and tv working properly. On site restaurant provides delicious food.

Our stay at this family-run hotel was absolutely fantastic, and cold water bottle upon arrival, set the stage for an unforgettable experience. A big thanks to Bee and the staff, whose exceptional service truly made our trip special. From arranging mopeds and providing fresh towels to offering invaluable tips about local attractions, their warmth and dedication went above and beyond. We stayed in two Beachfront Deluxe rooms, which were immaculate, stylish, and comfortable. Sitting on the loo 😬 or the porch watching and listening to the ocean is amazing. Housekeeping was outstanding, maintaining the highest standards throughout our stay. Breakfast was excellent, with a variety of options available to order, and the on-site restaurant impressed us with authentic and flavorful Thai dishes. The hotel’s location was perfect—peacefully removed from the bar scene but close enough to walk over and enjoy it if desired. The bridge across the protective embankment (designed to safeguard the beach and hotel during monsoon season) leads to a gorgeous ”private” beach, ideal for swimming and relaxation. Being family-run, the hotel radiates a welcoming and personal touch that made our experience all the more special. Convenience was another highlight, with a 7/11 and local shops nearby. We highly recommend renting mopeds (Bee is happy to assist!) to explore the area. Dining at Kraken, Shanti, or Coco Tango is a must, though there are plenty of other wonderful local restaurants to discover. In every way, this hotel delivered an exceptional experience, with unparalleled service, comfort, and a perfect location. Thank you to the family and staff for making our stay truly memorable!

We were arriving end Jan 2023, and having read an earlier review highlighting construction work on the beach I attempted to contact the hotel via *********** for an update. No response. After another unsuccessful attempt, *********** called the hotel directly on my behalf, and the hotel confirmed there was no issue with construction of a new sea wall, so I decided to keep my booking. On arrival at the hotel we were greeted by a monstrosity of a construction site directly in front of the hotel on the beach (see photos) There was no way we could put with this as you would need to walk at least 150m just to get to a usable part of the beach. We then had to walk along the road and find alternative accommodation. Lanta Ilmare did allow us to cancel the booking with no penalty, but what they should do is notify customers in advance of the building work, and not lie about it when customers enquire. We did see the rooms briefly and they looked a bit dated but were large and clean. Once the sea wall construction work is completed I’m sure this would be a great hotel, until then though - avoid.