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Island Ko Lan (Ko Lan or Ko Larn) It is a very small island (about 5 square kilometers only) which is an exotic tourist gem in the middle of the sea. He is right next door Pattaya, on the eastern coast of Thailand. Koh Lan is often called by other names such as "Coral Island" or "Paradise Island", this is because it offers spectacularly beautiful beaches, with clear turquoise waters, wild and colorful vegetation and above all, tropical and pastoral peace. It is a popular escape from the lively and crowded atmosphere of Pattaya, from where most visitors choose to take a day trip to the island.
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If you chose to come to the island for more than a day trip (recommended!), you will be happy to find out that Ko Lan has a good selection of accommodation options. Prices are similar to accommodation in Pattaya, they go up on weekends and holidays and range from 500 to 3,000 baht. In the peak seasons, to guarantee your place, it is highly recommended to book in advance. Most of the places are near the main pier - Naban, on the eastern side of the island. Some recommended resorts:
Toonja Kohlarn - A small hotel near the beach, suitable for tourists and families, close to the main attractions in the area.
Lareena Resort - is only about 30 meters from the island's pier and offers comfortable and pleasant rooms.
Blue sky resort - A pleasant and affordable place to stay that serves a great breakfast that is included in the room price.
in the period between the months of November and February Weather In Ko Lan it is hot and dry, which makes her For the ideal time to visit the island. In these months the temperatures are around 30 degrees Celsius, it rarely rains and the humidity is around 50% (relatively low for the region). Between May and October, a lot of precipitation falls in the area, especially in the months of September-October. Since it is an island whose main attraction is beaches, it is not recommended to arrive at such a time.
Ko Lan as mentioned is close to Pattaya, therefore every arrival to it will pass through it. Since Pattaya is a popular and central tourist destination in Thailand, there are many options for getting there from all over Thailand. From Bangkok It is a two-hour journey only (by minivan, bus or Rented vehicle). Many ferries leave from Pattaya every day towards the island, from several places in the city. The cruise takes about half an hour and costs about 30 baht per person.
The large and central beach of the island. This is the arrival point of the boats from Pattaya and therefore most of the visitors to the island concentrate there. This is a very popular place, hosting about 2,500 tourists every day during peak seasons. On the beach there are about 20 varied restaurants, souvenir shops and stalls. It offers the largest variety of marine activities such as snorkeling, sailing, jet skiing and more.
On the western side of the island stretches a white and peaceful beach. The main attraction is a dip in the crystal waters of the beach. There are few restaurants and options for marine activities, but that is part of the charm of the place.
Undoubtedly the most beautiful beach on the island. The nature on the 400-meter stretch of beach looks like it was taken from a postcard. It can be reached by motorboat or taxi from the island's pier.
The southernmost coast of the island. Its uniqueness is in the groups of monkeys that settled there. You can feed them and play with them, but keep in mind that after that they will monkey with you until you leave the place...
A perfect and pastoral place to relax until the sunset, which paints the beach in pastel colors and creates a particularly romantic scene. Note that there are no accommodations, so you should leave before it gets dark.
The smallest beach of the island, extends over a strip only 140 meters long. This is probably the quietest spot on the island, as very few if any people choose to go there.
Most of the beaches have a large supply of various marine attractions such as snorkeling, diving, kayaking, motor boats, paragliding and jet skiing. Near the island there are two other islands famous for diving and snorkeling - Koh Krok and Koh Sak. For the benefit of those who chose to spend the night on the island, occasional fishing tours depart in the evenings.
Between the main beach, Tawaen Beach, and the pier is a spectacular observation point that will give you a panoramic view of the entire area and take a good photo for Instagram of course. You can reach the place on foot or by motorcycle/scooter. On the way up you will meet an impressive and colorful statue - the Big Buddha. The sporty among us also have the option to climb up 250 steps and reach the pagoda on the spot.
A small and colorful Buddhist temple, with many Buddha statues and a quiet sacred atmosphere. Getting to it is very simple - a few minutes' walk from the main pier.
Despite its size, Koh Lan Island surprisingly offers a wide variety of restaurants and good meal options. You can choose between restaurants of traditional and high-quality Thai food, western food such as hamburgers and pizza or indulgent cafes with desserts and smoothies. Popular and recommended places are-"Soul Sweet","Love on Sea"And"Pizza and Coffee", who serve particularly delicious food.
Ko Lan is often called by other names such as "Coral Island" or "Paradise Island", this is because it offers spectacularly beautiful beaches, with clear turquoise waters, wild and colorful vegetation and above all, tropical and pastoral peace.
Ku Lan is in close proximity to Pattaya, so any arrival to it will pass through it. Many ferries leave from Pattaya every day towards the island, from several places in the city. The cruise takes about half an hour. All the details are on our website.
Ko Lan has a good selection of accommodation options at all levels. During peak seasons, it is highly recommended to book in advance to secure your place.
On the Simple Thailand website, we have compiled for you the most recommended places to stay in Ko Lan, including the possibility of quick booking in a few clicks. You are welcome to take a look at these places on the website and reserve a place for yourself.