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The Houben - Adult Only

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
The Privilege Suite with Spectacular Sea View | Balcony
The Privilege Suite with Spectacular Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar
Outdoor wedding area
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Near the bay, The Houben - Adult Only offers a serene retreat with a garden and an outdoor pool where you can unwind under sun loungers or take in ocean views at Red Alert Restaurant. Enjoy dry cleaning/laundry services, car rentals on site, and limo/town car service for added convenience. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Spa
Spa

Spa

The on-site spa has couples treatment rooms. The hotel's spa offers deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. Types of treatments available include body scrubs, body wraps, facials, and manicures/pedicures. Other on-site facilities include a hot tub.

Spa
Spa

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar

The Premier with Seaview

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2016
Down duvet
  • 56 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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The Deluxe with Seaview | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar

The Deluxe with Seaview

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2016
Down duvet
  • 49 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2016
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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The Privilege Suite with Spectacular Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, minibar

The Privilege Suite with Spectacular Sea View

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2016
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier With Seaview

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe With Seaview

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe With Pool View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
272 Moo 5, Ba Kantiang Bay, Ko Lanta, Krabi, 81150

What's nearby

  • Klong Hin Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ba Kan Tiang Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Nui Bay - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Klong Jark Beach - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Klong Nin Beach - 7 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Krabi Intl. Airport (KBV) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anda Pearl - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kung Fu Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Big Tree Beer Garden - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Cowboy Saloon - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hidden Hut Cafe - ‬23 min drive

About this property

The Houben - Adult Only

Upscale boutique hotel remodeled in 2016 and located near Klong Nin Beach
Consider a stay at The Houben - Adult Only and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to a body scrub, a Thai massage, or a body wrap at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Red Alert Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • Barbecue grills, concierge services, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Select Comfort beds and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Patios, refrigerators, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: THB 450 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Red Alert Restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - July 2016

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch HDTV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:00 AM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 12 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately THB 450 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Houben Hotel
Houben Hotel Ko Lanta
Houben Ko Lanta
The Houben Hotel Ko Lanta

Frequently asked questions

Does The Houben - Adult Only have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Houben - Adult Only pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Houben - Adult Only?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Houben - Adult Only?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Houben - Adult Only?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Houben - Adult Only provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Houben - Adult Only located?

Situated near the bay, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Klong Hin Beach and Ba Kan Tieng Bay. Ba Kan Tiang Beach and Nui Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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The Houben - Adult Only Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 231 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly, almost family like atmosphere. There was (needed) renovations going on during our stay, but that didn’t matter too much. We found breakfast a bit average and inconsistent but not for lack of trying and friendliness. Overall a pleasant stay that could have been made perfect with a little more attention to detail (soap, lighter for candles provided in the room…. Just little things)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love the View!

Charming boutique hotel with amazing views. Within walking distance to Kantiang Beach, restaurants and shops. Front desk staff couldn’t be more accommodating. Special shout out to Auf. Breakfast staff were efficient and friendly. The only downside would be that it took a long time to get a drink from the bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, very friendly, helping staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mads

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location, good service and a need for renova

Absolutely gorgeous location. Really fancy the size and adults only. Breakfast was great and in general service was good. The place could need a little renovation and becfreshned up. Service was great - but unfortunately recommend tour was not that great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

erling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place for max chill mode

Very nice place to chill out, wish we had more days here. The location is in my opinion the best on koh lanta.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time to the houben. Its a gem! Only negative feedback is that their gym equipment needs replacing and fixing and some of rooms now need a paint job. However, still the top spot in koh lanta by some margin. The service, the breakfast, the swimming pool. All top notch
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet, Beautiful, Great!

Absolutely loved this quiet spot with so much wildlife and beautiful views. The little village is so cute. Our favorite things about the Houben were how quiet it is and the amazing breakfast. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hey, Expedia, I rated it a couple of days ago! The sunset was amazing and watched it from my private, cliff side patio. The staff and food were excellent, especially the quiet/shy guy (Golf?) - he made the best coffee and mixed drinks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can’t wait til next time

This is the 3rd time we’ve stayed at the houben the setting is different from most hotels, it’s set on the side of a mountain overlooking the sea it’s very peaceful the breakfast is a la carte and very well presented. The staff are lovely and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the most wonderful time at the Houben. Eric and his team are brilliant and made our stay very special. The team are very knowledgeable and View offered really great advice and recommendations of the Koh Lanta. Breakfast is very good and the hotel offers a happy hour every day to watch the amazing sunsets from the sun terrace. (Thanks to Yok for the lovely service and drinks) The location was perfect, the beach is a 10 minute walk and there are lots of lovely places to eat within walking distance.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet place to relax. Comfortable rooms. Mattress topper available if you don’t like a firm bed. The staff was very kind and accommodating. Breakfast was great! Best hotel breakfast we had the entire time we traveled. The pool needed attention. It was cloudy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend! My partner and I recently stayed there for 6 nights. We could have stayed much longer! The views from the rooms and deck area are amazing! Most of all, the staff provide exceptional service. They really go out of their way to ensure you are having a great stay. All staff were great including the front desk staff, house keeping and restaurant staff. Yok and Golf in the restaurant provided 5 star service! Food was delicious! Can’t wait to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Samuel

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very excited to stay at The Houben, especially given the star rating and the price we were paying compared with the rest of our 2 week trip in Thailand. The property was extremely disappointing that had the feeling of a rundown property. There's a laundry list of problems which were immediately noticeable at checkin: walking into the room, you notice cabinet doors are crooked and everything feels broken. We decided to use the red pool until we noticed that it had dyed our bathing suits with red marks in several areas that required scrubbing to get out. I resigned to using the bathtub seen in the photos, but was disappointed when I quickly learnt that 45 minutes later, I was unable to still unable to fill the tub with a slow tap and definitely with lukewarm water. Lots of other small things: hairdryer didn't work, safe didn't operate, internet didn't work. All in all, would not recommend staying here if you're looking to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarno

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADAM EDWARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kasper

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fint hotell, men svært harde senger og puter. Beregn god tid til frokost da det ikke er buffét. Det er lite i området rundt og stranden er steinete når man skal gå ut, så her vil badesko være nyttig om man tenker å oppholde seg der. Ellers er det lite i nærområdet, så om man vil ha aktiviteter bør man booke ulike utflukter/turer.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

EDUARDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Last week we were at The Houben we had one of the best experiences in a Hotel. Starting with the manager, Eric, who from the first minute was attentive to every need and plan we had. He was aware not only of the tours they book for you but also of the ones we did with other people. Each of their employees from the reception, waiters, cleaning crew, were very efficient, and above all friendly. Each one of them treats you with great respect and always with a smile. The fact that it is a hotel with few rooms surely helps them focus on giving you great service. Our room was always spotlessly clean. The food and cocktails are at the level of the best restaurants on the island. The sea view is one of the best one could hope for. Definitely a great experience that we recommend. We’ll come back!

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Paolo

Liked: Staff & service
Pour le prix globalement ok. Petit déjeuner ok également, avec une vue spectaculaire pour les couchers de soleil. Chambre pas au standing d’un 4 étoiles. Attention au singe rôdeurs….

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic service from Aom, Yok, Golf and the team. Stunning location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

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