Everything was incredible about our stay, I am currently writing this from our transfer to Krabi, arranged for us by the hotel. From the moment we landed on the island, we knew we had made the right choice. We were collected from the ferry by the team, and then arrived to a welcome drink and incredible hospitality, with our bags being taken to our room. Our seaview balcony was just so peaceful, and the whole place had the most relaxed feel. Not only were the rooms and facilities amazing, but the staff were the best I have ever encountered. Nothing was too much of an ask, they helped us book excursions and even helped plan our days out. We went the the elephant sanctuary round the corner and it was amazing, highly recommend. We also rented a scooter and it was the highlight of our trip to thailand and the island is best seen by scooter! The breakfast was the best part of my day every day, fresh and served by delightful staff. When I tell you I wish be gushing over this hotel to anyone i meet, it was just a delight. Incredible location, incredible hotel, and THE BEST staff. Thank you for making our stay so lovely, and take this as your sign to book here!!! We will be back 🫶🏼🩷

The Houben is an exceptional Hotel and we would be very happy to come back. We did have a room with a beautiful sea view, with the terrace directly overlooking the ocean. The hotel, restaurant, garden and rooms could not be maintained any better. For me it is always very important that hotel rooms are clean. The room we had was truly spotless, the team is doing a most amazing job! The room was modern, yet cozy and everything was thought of e.g. the cover of the couch was not only washable but also freshly washed and there was even a small sewing kit which I could use to fix one of my shirts. The breakfast at the Houben was great, and the best breakfast we had on our two week trip. What makes this hotel truly outstanding is not only the state of the hotel and the wonderful management of it, but the staff. We have both been amazed at how welcomed we felt and how kind and helpful everybody was. They did help us to organise the pick up and our further journey and a trip in the kindest way possible. The attentiveness is outstanding, e.g. once we have been in the pool pretty late at night and somebody from the restaurant came out and turned on the whirlpool part of it again. The staff is doing an extraordinary job! The Houben is a great place to stay and surely deserves a 10/10 rating. Due to the staff, they would deserve 100/10, which is sadly not possible. We can highly recommend it!!!

Great view. Kind and attentive staff. Closse to nature. Amazing breakfast...like the best we've had on our travels. Great location on the quiet side of Koh Lanta, but you can quickly walk to the little town for food or to the beach. We really liked the Why Not bar on the beach...local dj plays some awesome tunes from 4-6pm(every day I think). We really enjoyed our stay and plan to go back :)

The Houben is a small boutique hotel with 15 rooms - so it has very personal feel and the staff are incredibly courteous and attentive. The setting is idyllic - set in the side of the cliffs, overlooking a completely quiet and unspoilt section of the ocean, with a lovely infinity pool and fabulous views all round. The bedroom was spacious, beautifully designed and very clean and the air conditioning was a god-send in the heat. We also enjoyed a romantic 5 course special sunset dinner for two on the night of our arrival - the setting was just magical and the food was exceptionally good quality! Breakfast is included and has a generous selection of cooked and cold options, with both western and Thai options available.

This really is a fantastic hotel, so I am being very picky when I mention these things:- There is no task-lighting in the bathroom, so it is difficult to apply makeup successfully or to shave accurately. The fitness centre has very limited equipment and the air conditioning doesn't work very well - which makes it hard to work out in the heat. The Houben is in a small village, which means dining and going out options in the area are limited - this was a bonus for us, as we wanted to chill and relax, but worth knowing before you go.

The best sunsets you’ll ever see. Well positioned for a (very) quiet holiday. Lovely and helpful staff. Very friendly. I have never slept as well as I did here.

Although there was a variety of choice for breakfast I would have liked to see something a bit more Thai on the menu, rather than bacon and eggs. The property was a little tired. We had paid extra for a room with a jacuzzi on the veranda but found a hole in its base and so couldn’t use it. The staff were extremely apologetic and made up for the issue, which didn’t end up to be a huge problem as there is a jacuzzi section in the pool.

The Houben exceeded our expectations in every way possible. From seamlessly coordinated day trips to flawless pier and door-to-door hotel transfers, every detail was thoughtfully arranged. The culinary experience was exceptional, with a highlight being the unforgettable romantic sunset dinner, ranking among our top 5 meals ever. The attentive staff consistently greeted us warmly and ensured our every need was met. The breathtaking views, refreshing pool, and serene, clean rooms provided the perfect retreat after adventurous days exploring. The hotel is about 30 minutes from the Saladan pier and is conveniently situated within walking distance of restaurants, bars, spas, and even a 7-11. We wholeheartedly recommend The Houben for an unforgettable getaway.

We had a lovely stay at the Houben hotel. The hotel is located with a relaxing view next to the water. The staff was very service minded and helpful, they always greet you with a smile. Overall we had a wonderful getaway here to relax, it’s a bit from the night life so it’s calming, but with easy access with scooter or taxi. Everything that you need is close to the hotel in form of stores, restaurants, beach etc. The hotel also has a great breakfast and restaurant. I would warmly recommend you to stay there.

Very quiet and private stay. The room is spacious and the bed is really comfy. I love the continental breakfast offered from the hotel. The staff worked efficiently when we had the problem with our air condition in our room.

The air condition in our room did not work during the night, therefore we could not sleep much. We informed the staff in the morning and they upgraded us to a deluxe room. Thanks you for that really. The bathroom is a bit outdated. Need a renovation somehow. The toilet paper is not enough. They only gave us one roll which was apparently not enough for 2 night stays

We really enjoyed our stay at the houben. It is a peaceful and quiet place on the coast. Caffes and restaurants are a few minutes away in case you don't want to use the onsite restaurant. The breakfast was great, many good options to choose from, and they were very helpful in catring to dietary restrictions (vegetarian or dairy-free). The facilities are great. A terrace and a pool overlooking the ocean, which is particularly nice at sunset. Our room was great, spacious, and had a fantastic view over the ocean. A room on the 2nd or 3rd floor is highly recommended for that. The highlight was the staff. They were exceptionally friendly, helpful and accommodating, helping us to arrange trips, room alterations and generally checking to see how we were doing.

Right at the beginning, we wear warmly welcomed with a great drink. The room was large, spacious and a wonderful view over the cliff to the sea. The sunset can be washed. The sunset can be watched washed, here really, relaxed from the balcony. The bathroom was a good size and clean. The beds are really big and comfortable. The hotel is really nice and the breakfast is very excellent. The staff are very friendly, helpful, and organize everything you heart desires.