A long driveway leads to an intimate tropical estate that feels secluded from Kantiang village below. The lobby’s classic Thai style -- with teak furniture, wooden carvings, and a pitched roof -- is mimicked in each of the eight resort villas, which are spread out over the estate, and accessed via a landscaped garden path. At the center of the resort lies a crystal blue infinity pool with impressive sea views of Kantiang Bay that makes for a popular communal spot where guests enjoy the resort’s west-facing sunset views. There’s not much beyond the pool area to entertain guests on-site, as the resort has no bar or restaurant. This is a popular choice for families looking for a self-catering holiday in private surroundings, though it’s best to keep personals and lunch under lock and key as local monkeys can prove a pest. 

The Baan KanTiang See sits on a secluded hillside in the far south of Koh Lanta Island. It's a 10-minute walk down a steep hill to the sleepy village vibes of Kantiang Beach, and the hotel is far from the hustle of the Koh Lanta’s livelier north side. The main strip of Kantiang Village is an eight-minute walk from the hotel; it's scattered with cafes, shops, and bars, and plenty of street-food vendors serving up traditional Thai cuisine alongside sea-view restaurants barbecuing fresh seafood. Kantiang Beach features clear blue waters for snorkeling with a backdrop of the island's mountainous tropical rain forest. The Saladan Ferry Pier is the resort’s closest water transport hub, located a 30-minute drive from the hotel. The journey to Krabi Airport can take at least 90 minutes using a combination of ferries and overland transport.

The resort offers eight modern villas that share an identical floor-plan and take advantage of the location's sea views. A standout feature the villas are the massive terraces, which start at 75 square meters (807 square feet) and come with hammocks and cushion beds for lounging. Each villa has its own color motif ranging from purple to yellow or red, reflected in subtle soft furnishings and outdoor Thai-style lanterns. Decor is a marriage of traditional Thai elements and contemporary pieces, with dark teak furniture and Thai wall hangings next to smart day beds and marble surfaces. Villas are designed for self-catering family and group bookings, comprising two queen-size bedrooms, two bathrooms with semi-outdoor rainfall showers, a full kitchen, a separate indoor lounge, and outdoor dining area. The semi-outdoor shower design may prove a little too open to the elements for some guests and there are no baths available. All villas come with free Wi-Fi, 42-inch flat-screen TVs with international channels, and air-conditioning. Additional beds or cots can be arranged.

As a property that's designed for those looking for some independence and tranquility, there's a distinctly sedate vibe here that's matched by a lack of many facilities for partying or general merriment. The laid-back vibe is best captured next to the crystal blue saltwater infinity pool that sits at the resort's center and provides a popular vantage point for sunsets and sea views. The pool is surrounded by white canvas umbrellas and stylish deck chairs that look out to the sea, and there’s an outdoor rainfall shower for guests to wash off after a dip. There's a small kiosk that sells beer, soft drinks, and ice cream on-site, but no proper restaurant or bar. This means that there is no breakfast offered, though the hotel can arrange food delivery service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with the option to order fresh groceries for home-cooking. A free daily shuttle runs to a collection of spots on Koh Lanta, and the hotel provides laundry service, tour bookings, and car and motorbike rental. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort.