Frequently Asked Questions
How have the villas been laid out?
All villas comprise of a combined living and sleeping area. There are no connecting rooms. The bathrooms, which are partially open-air, feature a cold/hot water shower, but no hot water over the sink. The villas have shutter-style walls, which can be completely opened to allow full airflow.
What is the difference between the 3 types of villas and our Beach House?
The Star Path villas have a veranda on which there is a gazebo and bathtub. The Veranda villas feature a balcony, the Cottages are our standard villas, while our Beach House accommodation offer two bedrooms, a kitchen and lounge.
Are the villas located by the beach?
The communal guest facilities such as restaurant, swimming pool, spa and lawn (for recreational purposes) are at the beachfront. The villas sit on a hillside split by a winding track (in places this track can be steep). A beach road separates these two areas. The Beach House sits a few steps from the beach, next to the beach bar but away from our other accommodation.
What are the main villa amenities?
In line with the resort's Zen-style concept, the interior of the villas is simple but comfortable. There is air-conditioning and a telephone, but most rooms do not have a television. Apart from the single or twin bedding, the villa’s feature compact low-table sitting areas, a cabinet and a mini bar. Other basic amenities include a hair dryer, kettle, for boiling water and a safety deposit box. Starpath and Beach House rooms include a TV and a DVD player. Various Thai-style decorative items create an atmosphere that makes SriLanta’s villas unique.
Does the resort provide a baby cot?
There are no baby cots available. Infants and children under 12 years of age can share the bedding with their parents. An extra bed for a child will be provided on request at a surcharge of Baht 500 per night.
Does the resort accept foreign currency and/or traveler's cheques?
All payments have to be made in Thai Baht. The resort does not accept traveler's cheques.
Which credit cards do you accept?
The resort accepts Visa, MasterCard and Amex.
Is there an in-room safe?
We now have safety deposit boxes in each room. Guests can also deposit their valuable belongings free of charge in the hotel safe.
Can you travel to the resort by car?
Two ferry crossings separate Koh Lanta from the mainland. There is a car ferry from Ban Hua Hin on the Krabi mainland to Koh Lanta Noi and a second car ferry from Koh Lanta Noi to Koh Lanta Yai, where the resort is located. From the airport to SriLanta Resort normally takes 2 and a half hour. If there is a large cue you might need to wait for the ferry. If you are in a rush we recommend leaving plenty of time.
Are there any places of interest on Koh Lanta?
The southern part of the island, with the landmark lighthouse, is part of a national Park with virgin rainforest. Lanta Town, the old capital town with 60-100 years old wooden houses and shop houses is worth visiting as well as Ban Saladan, a commercial town on the northern point of the island with various shops, travel agents, dive shops and restaurants. Halfway on the north-south route of the island is the Mai Keaw Cave system.
Does the resort organize tours and trips?
There is a tour counter in the resort where arrangements can be made for snorkeling, diving and adventure trips to surrounding islands and the thrilling underwater world.
What to expect?
SriLanta is not a luxurious resort; it is best suited to those who enjoy a touch of nature and the experience of something different.
How do I get to the resort?
Getting to and from the resort can take from 2 to 4 hours depending on your transportation mode.
- Ferry
If you choose to make your own way to the resort by car and by ferry it can take between 3-4 hours. The first ferry leaves from the Hua Hin pier (mainland Krabi) at 7am. The ferry is unpredictable so if you are in a hurry we recommend using our Lobster Transportation mini van and speedboat service. This service guarantees a safe trip and is very reliable even when dealing with late or early arrivals.
- Mini Van and Speed Boat
Weather permitting this service is by far the best and most efficient way of getting to and from our resort. Our mini van will pick you up from Krabi airport and drive you directly to our pier (50 minutes). From here a speed boat will transport you to our private pier on Koh Lanta Yai (30 minutes) where you will board another mini van to SriLanta Resort (20 minutes). This trip generally takes 2 hours.
* The speedboat service is only available during the high season (November 1st through April 30th) Out of this period only the mini van is used.
