De Saran Lanta

Hotel and hostel in Saladan, a short walk from the ferry, offering both dorm and private rooms. Ake, the owner, is the most consistently praised aspect: he picks guests up from the pier, arranges day trips, recommends beaches, and puts genuine effort into making stays work well. The rooms are clean and modern with good natural light and air conditioning. One of the better-run small hotels in the area.