Escape to Paradise: Cliff Lanta Suite Awaits in Koh Lanta, Thailand
Escape to Paradise: Cliff Lanta Suite Awaits - A Messy, Honest, and Mostly Glorious Review! (Koh Lanta, Thailand)
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because I'm about to spill the chai-infused tea on Cliff Lanta Suite. I just got back, and frankly, I'm still wearing my flip-flops. Koh Lanta… sigh… pure magic. And Cliff Lanta? Well, let's just say it's got some serious pros and cons, like any relationship worth having. This review is gonna be a bit of a whirlwind, so hold tight.
First Impressions (and a little bit of a panic):
Getting to Cliff Lanta is an adventure in itself. Airport transfer, yes, thank god! After a long flight, you're REALLY not up for navigating motorbike taxis. The driver met me with a smile, whisked me away, and the moment I saw the ocean, yeah, the stress just melted away. Elevator? Yes! Always a relief after lugging my suitcase around. And the exterior corridor design? It's charming, but honestly, I was hoping for a more luxurious, private feel. But hey, I'm not complaining!
Accessibility - A Mixed Bag, Honestly:
Let's be real, accessibility is kinda important these days. Facilities for disabled guests are listed, but I couldn't find any specifics. The lack of detailed info is a bit of a bummer. I did see CCTV in common areas and CCTV outside property, which gives a sense of safety.
The Suite Life (with a few hiccups):
My suite? Oh. My. God. Seriously, "Suite Awaits" is not an exaggeration. The view from the cliffside balcony… it was breathtaking. Seriously, I spent hours just staring out. Sunsets? Unforgettable. The extra long bed was a lifesaver after a day of exploring. The air conditioning was a godsend (honestly, you NEED it in Thailand). The free Wi-Fi worked like a charm… in a lot of places, thank goodness. I'm not sure how I could have handled the internet access – wireless and internet access – LAN, but I was more than happy with their Wi-Fi [free] in the suite. However, the bathroom phone and bathtub were a waste of space for me. I wasn't going to answer a call in the bathroom, so complimentary tea or coffee/tea maker that were offered or free bottled water were the highlights! One little downside: the soundproofing wasn't perfect. One night, the neighbor's karaoke session was a bit too close for comfort.
Cleanliness, Safety, and the Covid Circus:
Okay, I'm gonna be honest, I was a little freaked about traveling during Covid. But Cliff Lanta really went above and beyond. Rooms sanitized between stays, Staff trained in safety protocol, Daily disinfection in common areas - it was all there. Hand sanitizer everywhere. The safe dining setup made me so much more comfortable. There was physical distancing of at least 1 meter which was great too! The anti-viral cleaning products really helped me relax too. They also had the room sanitization opt-out available that had me thinking "what if I don't want this…?" before finally realizing how ridiculous that thought was. I saw professional-grade sanitizing services, sterilizing equipment and individually-wrapped food options which really helped me! There were also smoke alarms and a fire extinguisher.
Food Glorious Food (and a few regrets):
The Asian breakfast was AMAZING. Seriously, get the Pad Thai for breakfast. I was able to get alternative meal arrangement as well, which was great! The Western breakfast wasn't bad either - but if you are here, you should get something local! They had a coffee shop and poolside bar; I really needed the caffeine after long day in the sun! I ate in the restaurants and enjoyed the Asian cuisine in restaurant and the Western cuisine in restaurant, but there was a salad in restaurant that seemed a bit sad, like it had been abandoned for years. Luckily, the desserts in restaurant compensated for the sadness, and the soup in restaurant helped me get through that! Room service? Room service [24-hour]? Yes, please. Bottle of water? ALWAYS! I should have tried the Happy hour more, but there's only so much one can drink!
Things to Do & Ways to Unwind (Bliss and a Bit of Boredom):
Cliff Lanta is all about chilling. The swimming pool? Stunning. The pool with view? Even better. I got a massage after a long day exploring, and I swear, I melted into the table. And the spa? The sauna? The steamroom? Pure heaven. They also offer a foot bath and a body scrub! I didn't try the fitness center or the gym/fitness, because, let's be honest, I was on vacation. I did have the chance to experience the body wrap, and I can definitively tell you, it was life changing!! There were things to do on Lanta, but I also ended up feeling bored sometimes.
Services and Conveniences (Yay & Meh):
Concierge service was super helpful with car park [on-site] to store the car. Daily housekeeping kept the place spotless. They have a convenience store which is nice, but it’s a bit overpriced. There's also a laundry service which is a lifesaver. The Cashless payment service was a big win. They also offer Currency exchange, but the rates are not super good. The luggage storage came in handy, but I wasn't clear on the price. Food delivery is a plus. There weren't many for the kids, but this is a trip for couples, not for families, so it's not a big deal.
Getting Around (Easy Peasy):
The taxi service and the airport transfer made getting around a cinch. Car park [free of charge] if you prefer but I recommend using the transport of the hotel.
The Bottom Line: Is Cliff Lanta Worth it?
Okay, so Cliff Lanta isn't perfect. But you know what? Its imperfections somehow add to its charm. Its a blend of luxury and unpretentious charm (except when neighbors have karaoke night). The staff are lovely, the views are to die for, and the chill factor is off the charts.
My Rating: 4 out of 5 Stars. I'd totally go again.
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P.S. Pack your swimsuit (duh!), your sunscreen, and your sense of adventure. Koh Lanta is waiting… and so is your bliss.
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My Cliff Lanta Chaos: A Whirlwind of Sun, Sand, and Seriously Questionable Decisions
Alright, so here’s the thing. I went to Koh Lanta. Specifically, Cliff Lanta Suite. And I'm still unpacking the emotional baggage (and sand, let's be honest) from the whole experience. Prepare yourselves, because this isn’t your glossy travel brochure itinerary. This is the real, messy, glorious truth.
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Mosquito Massacre (aka, Welcome to Paradise, You Idiot)
- 1:00 PM: Arrived at Krabi airport. Smooth(ish) flight. Already sweating, which is never a good sign for me. The drive to the ferry terminal – beautiful, but the chaotic Thai traffic nearly gave me a heart attack. My blood pressure hasn't recovered.
- 3:00 PM: Ferry to Koh Lanta. The sea? Stunning. The boat? A bit dodgy, if I'm being honest. I kept picturing Titanic scenarios. Thankfully, we made it.
- 4:00 PM: Check-in at Cliff Lanta Suite. The view? OH. MY. GOD. The pictures don't do it justice. Actually, they probably do, but I was so zonked from travel, the sheer beauty of the place hit me like a tidal wave. Finally a proper Suite. The infinity pool was calling my name.
- 5:00 PM: "Relaxing" by the pool. This is where the Great Mosquito Massacre began. They were relentless. I swear I'm now more mozzie-bite than human. Lotion, repellent, the works; it did nothing. My skin itches just thinking about it. Why didn't I bring the extra stuff? I am always terrible at prepping for mosquitos.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner at the Cliff Lanta restaurant. Food was… fine. The view again, though? Still breathtaking. Felt slightly underwhelmed by my starter. A mango sticky rice, though? Perfection. I'm already judging every other mango sticky rice as of now, and it is an unfair playing field, I understand.
- 8:30 PM: Collapsed in bed. Exhausted, itchy, and slightly sunburnt. This, my friends, is the true meaning of a vacation.
Day 2: Beach Bumming and the Quest for the Perfect Pad Thai (aka, I May or May Not Have Gotten Lost Yesterday)
- 9:00 AM: Wake up. Finally! The sun is shining. This is what I came for. Breakfast buffet. Average. Coffee? Weak. Seriously, how hard is it to make decent coffee? I spent the entire morning staring at the sea, trying to comprehend the vastness of it all.
- 11:00 AM: Beach time. Long Beach. The sand is powder-soft. The water is crystal clear. Life is good. Then, I got lured into a conversation with a chatty Aussie guy who was so full of himself, I nearly choked on my sunscreen. I'm not saying he was wrong, but he was just there.
- 1:00 PM: Lunch at a beachside shack. Pad Thai quest begins! I needed the best pad thai in the world. The first attempt was… okay. Overcooked noodles. Not enough peanuts. The search continues.
- 3:00 PM: Massage. Needed it. My shoulders were wound tighter than a clock spring. It was bliss, despite the questionable music choices.
- 5:00 PM: Sunset at the beach. Another sunset. Another moment of pure awe. Seriously, how can one place be this photogenic? Took roughly a million photos. Still, none capture it perfectly.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner at… a place I can't remember the name of because I got very, very lost. The walk back to the hotel was a test of my navigational skills, which are notoriously poor. I wandered around for about an hour, convinced I was going to become a permanent resident of Koh Lanta - until I found this little place, cheap and cheerful, with an AMAZING Pad Thai. Finally! My quest was complete. After a whole day chasing it.
- 9:00 PM: More mosquito battles. This time, I won. Mostly. Passed out from exhaustion, the sweet taste of pad thai still on my tongue.
Day 3: Motorbike Mayhem and the Monkey Menace (aka, I Am Not a Motorcycle Person, But Here We Are…)
- 9:00 AM: Breakfast, same as yesterday. Coffee still weak. Seriously.
- 10:00 AM: Rented a motorbike! Because, when in Thailand, right? Bad idea. I'm not a motorbike person. At all. Spent a good twenty minutes just practicing in the hotel parking lot, much to the amusement of the staff.
- 10:30 AM: Attempted to drive to the southern end of the island. Barely made it out of the hotel grounds. The traffic! The hills! The sheer terror! Somehow, I remained upright.
- 11:30 AM: Stopped at a viewpoint. The views were, unsurprisingly, spectacular. The Monkey Menace, however, was a different story. These monkeys are bold. A monkey very nearly stole my sunglasses. The audacity! I screamed.
- 12:30 PM: Continued the journey (very slowly). Felt every bump in the road. Scared I was going to crash.
- 2:00 PM: Found a hidden beach! Pure, unadulterated bliss. Finally, something went as planned. I swam. I relaxed. The world felt a little less terrifying.
- 4:00 PM: The return trip… Let's just say it involved several stops for "rest and reflection" (read: panic attacks). Made it back in one piece. Barely. The bike is getting returned. This is it for me and motorbikes.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner back at the Cliff Lanta restaurant. I deserved the extravagance. The food was a little better this time. The view, even more incredible, if that's actually possible.
- 8:30 PM: Packing. Or, attempting to. I've accumulated a lot of stuff. And a lot more mosquito bites.
Day 4: Departure and the Lingering Taste of Paradise (aka, Until Next Time, Lanta, You Beautiful, Mosquito-Infested Beast)
- 9:00 AM: One last breakfast attempt. Still, the coffee. Fail.
- 10:00 AM: Spent my last moments looking out at the ocean. The water, so blue. Thinking about how beautiful and relaxing this trip was despite the hectic parts.
- 11:00 AM: Ferry to Krabi. Sigh. Goodbye, Koh Lanta.
- 1:00 PM: Flight back home. Already planning my return. I'll be back. And next time, I'm bringing extra mosquito repellent. And maybe a bodyguard for the monkeys.
Quirky Observations and Emotional Reactions:
- The sunsets in Lanta are so beautiful, it feels cliché to even describe them. Yet, I'd do it a million times over.
- The Thai people are incredibly friendly and patient. Especially with my abysmal Thai language skills.
- I ate a lot of Pad Thai. And am still searching.
- The mosquitos are evil geniuses.
- I fell in love with the madness.
Final Verdict:
Koh Lanta, you were a chaotic, mosquito-ridden, motorbike-fearing, Pad Thai-fueled adventure. And I loved every messy, imperfect, utterly brilliant second of it. Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go apply more after-bite. And start planning my return.
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So, is Cliff Lanta Suite *really* paradise? Don't sell me a dream, here.
Okay, okay, settle down. Paradise is a loaded word, right? I'm pretty cynical, and even *I* thought, "Wow, alright. That's a view." Look, the cliffs *are* stunning. The turquoise water is almost offensively gorgeous. But it's not all rainbows and unicorns. Firstly, getting there is...an experience. The bumpy road, the scooter ride (if you're feeling adventurous, or foolish like me, depending on the day). I swear, I nearly cried when I dropped my pineapple smoothie on the way back from the 7/11. Paradise doesn't come with a guarantee of perfect smoothies, folks. But the suite itself? Yeah. Pretty damn great.
What kind of room are we talking about? I'm picturing a Love Island villa... is that right?
No, no. This isn't a reality show set. Thank GOD. Think more... stylish, private bungalow. Cliff Lanta Suite has a HUGE balcony, with a private jacuzzi overlooking the ocean. The bed? SO comfortable, like sinking into a cloud made of marshmallows. The bathroom? Okay, it's outdoors-ish, which I initially side-eyed because bugs. But the shower... AMAZING. Seriously. The water pressure is incredible. If you're a shower person, you'll be in heaven. I spent half my holiday just under the lovely stream. It was bliss. The suite *feels* luxurious, not just looks it. Unlike that horrible hotel room I stayed in Bangkok, where the air con sounded like a dying walrus.
The photos look incredible. Is the view as good in person? I've been burned by Photoshop before...
Honestly? BETTER. The pictures don't quite capture the immensity of it. You wake up, fling open the doors, and BAM! Emerald green sea stretching to infinity. That view, it's mesmerizing. I just stood there, mouth agape, most mornings. My brain actually felt *less* frazzled after a week. Which is a miracle. One day, I saw whales breaching in the distance! Whales! I mean, I think they were whales. Okay, maybe it was dolphins. It was something big and splashy, anyway. This is after a good day of sun bathing. This particular day, I also burnt my chest. Still worth it.
What about the food? Is there a decent restaurant nearby? I don't want to live off instant noodles for a week...
Okay, the food situation is *mostly* excellent. There's the restaurant at the hotel, which is...good. Not mind-blowing, but gets the job done. Their Pad Thai is safe, their breakfast omelets were perfect (especially after a late night). Then you have to go down the hill. There are a few *amazing* little family-run places. My biggest regret? Not eating *more* fresh seafood. Get the grilled fish! And try the mango sticky rice. Seriously, I’m dreaming about it now. Just be prepared for a little bit of a walk or a scooter ride. I'd suggest scooter. It's pretty, and adventurous, but I may have crashed on my way back one night. Don’t judge me!
Is there anything to *do* besides, you know, stare at the ocean? I get bored easily…
Oh, definitely. Koh Lanta itself has a lot going on. You can go snorkeling or diving. White sand beaches, gorgeous places to go, or to just spend your time. You can go on a boat trip - I did, and it was fantastic. I saw monkeys, swam in caves... I wasn’t prepared for the sheer beauty of it all. The sand was so white it almost hurt your eyes! You can also explore the island, visit the old town, or, just relax. Honestly, I spent a LOT of time just chilling. That’s okay! Embrace the sloth life. Don't feel bad about *not* doing everything. Sometimes I wish I hadn't done anything. If I'd spent my time just lounging in the jacuzzi. Oh man, that jacuzzi...
What's the vibe like? Is it all honeymooners and Insta-influencers?
Thankfully, no. While there are definitely couples (and you *might* spot an influencer or two), it's not overwhelmingly that vibe. It's more chilled. I saw families. Solo travelers. Groups of friends. People of all ages and walks of life. It's a place to *unwind*. I felt like I could be myself without the pressure to look perfect. I wore the same swim suit for three days straight. No one cared! And you won't either.
Tell me about the staff! Are they friendly? Helpful? Or just… there?
Oh, the staff were lovely. SO friendly, SO helpful, and generally just a bunch of genuinely nice people. They were always smiling, always ready to help. Need a scooter? They'd arrange it. Need a taxi? Sorted. Have a random question? They'd find the answer. Their service was perfect. There was one time… okay, I'm still a little embarrassed. I locked myself out of my room at 3 AM. They were incredibly kind about it. They didn't laugh (at least, not to my face!). They got me a new key in record time. Honestly, they made the trip even better.
Is it *really* worth the price? Because, let's be real, it's not cheap...
Okay, that's the elephant in the room, isn't it? Yes, it's an investment. And, the truth? It depends. If you’re on a shoestring budget, maybe not. But if you're looking for a special experience, something truly memorable? I'd say, YES. For me, it was worth every penny. I left Koh Lanta feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and (dare I say it?) a little bit happier. That feeling? That's priceless. I’m already planning my return. Although, next time, I'm bringing a first-aid kit for the after-sunburn care.
So, any major downsides I need to know about? Just the real talk, please.
Okay, here's the unvarnished truth. One. The previously mentioned bumpy road. It's not a dealbreaker, but it is a bit of a chore if you are using it a lot. Two. Bugs! I HATE bugs. There's a friendly gecko in the outdoor bathroom. It wasn't too bad, but still. And donHotels Near Your
