The Houben Hotel, Adults Only

We enjoyed our stay at the Houben Hotel. The location is fantastic, the staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the breakfast was delicious. The hotel is a bit dated in some areas, but this is more than made up for by its charm and warm, family-like atmosphere thanks to the small number of rooms. A very special highlight: from time to time, a monk from a nearby temple visits the hotel to offer a free meditation session - a really cool and unique experience. There are so many great restaurants nearby, such as Pad Thai Rock n Roll, an Indian restaurant, Black Swan and more. The beach is only about a 5-minute walk away and offers great bars to enjoy the evenings. We truly had a wonderful time!

This hotel could be unique in its own way. It is small, family-run, and the staff is consistently friendly. The rooms are large, spacious, and bright with a beautiful view of the sea. Breakfast is served a la carte with a good selection; it is plentiful and tasty. Unfortunately, there are some flaws that dampen the stay. There is a distinct lack of maintenance. Many things are broken and simply not repaired. The air conditioning is loud, and the outdoor area—especially the pool—could be designed to be much more cozy. The sunbeds show significant defects and are not being maintained. Overall, the place is just missing a loving hand to make it truly welcoming. One tip regarding the location: The hotel is a bit secluded. To explore the island, it is an advantage to rent a scooter, as taxi prices on the island are many times more expensive than elsewhere in Thailand.

My wife and I stayed here as one of the stops on our honeymoon around the south of Thailand and had a really great experience. The hotel staff were all incredibly helpful and even had some surprises for us during our stay as a Honeymoon gift (a complementary bottle of prosecco and some ice cream for my wife who does not drink being one of them). The location was perfect for us, nice and quiet but still plenty of restaurants, bars, and shops within walking distance. All of the beaches near the hotel were breathtakingly beautiful. Amazing sunsets every night from the near by beaches or the hotel courtyard.

Room: Our room was really beautiful. No european standard, but really clean and nice and we had a view not from this world! Reeeally nice! Service: Best service ever! They can organize everything for you. Just ask them and they try to full fill you every wish! The service and food in the restaurant is although very good! Location: Top location, when you like it relaxed. Many really good Bars and restaurants (Pad Thai Rock n Roll next to the hotel - a must-visit for dinner) and directly at one of the beautiful beaches. With a scooter you can visit easy National Park for hiking, realxing at the beach or visiting the north. Thank you @TheHouben for a beautiful Honeymoon!♥️ Maybe next time with better weather 😄👌

My husband and I spent 8 wonderful days at The Houben and truly loved our time there. We were initially placed on the first level, but thanks to Tak and the team’s flexibility, we were moved up to the third floor, which gave us an even more incredible view of the pool and the ocean. It made such a difference and we were really grateful for it. The room was spotless every single day. Housekeeping was incredibly thorough—fresh bath and beach towels daily, clean floors, and overall attention to detail that went above and beyond what we expected. During our stay, we often walked to the nearby main street (literally a one-minute walk) where there’s a 7/11, plenty of great restaurant options, and lots of scooter rental spots, which made getting around super easy. We also loved heading to the nearby beach for sunset—it became one of our favorite parts of the day. We enjoyed breakfast at The Houben and ate at the hotel restaurant a few times as well. The small gym was a nice bonus too, with weights, yoga mats, and a treadmill—perfect for a simple workout. We would absolutely love to come back and highly recommend The Houben if you’re looking for a peaceful, relaxing place with beautiful views. The staff truly made our stay special and so comfortable. We’ll miss you, Tak, Mung, Auf, Golf, Meow, and Eric—and of course Miaomiao, the sweetest cat. Thank you again for such a memorable stay. We’ll be talking about our time at The Houben for a long time.

I recently enjoyed a wonderful three-day solo trip at The Houben - Adult Only, and it was the perfect escape. The cliffside location provides absolutely stunning, unforgettable sea views—especially at sunset. It’s the ideal backdrop for a truly relaxing break. Despite its boutique size, the hotel offers a personalized and intimate atmosphere. The staff are exceptionally warm, attentive, and genuinely made me feel welcome and well-cared for, even traveling alone. Their service is world-class. My room was modern, quiet, and spotlessly clean, offering a private space to unwind completely. The red infinity pool is gorgeous and serene.

A wonderful place to stay in Ko Lanta. Amazing breakfasts, incredible sunset views, with great privacy (it's a small hotel). Although it's on the south (quieter) part of island, there's still a lot of restaurants/bars nearby if you want. The staff were exceptionally kind and welcoming. A peaceful and memorable stay— hope to come back one day.

A fantastic hotel on the cliff with a great environment and a very peaceful atmosphere. Although the rooms and hotel facilities are a bit dated, the service is excellent and the staff are very friendly. It's especially worth mentioning that the hotel's cocktails and food are outstanding, and the location is perfect for enjoying the sunset. Would definitely stay here again on my next visit.