I'd been travelling around central Thailand in October 2009 and decided a month later to head down south to some the islands my friend recommended and try out a little Muay Thai training. One of the islands I heard about specifically was an untouched paradise called Koh Yao Noi and when a little google search unexpectedly yielded a training camp located there ran by head trainer, and 9 time Muay Thai champion, Hlukin & his girlfriend Lisa I was sold. I caught the first bus from Bangkok to Krabi and on arrival called Lisa @ Lam Sai Village to find out what the deal was... With her amazing help and guidance I was on the island within a couple of hours, picked up from the pier and dropped off to the hotel hassle free.
Lisa, Hlukin, Harry and all the crew at Lam Sai are some of the friendliest and welcoming people I've ever met and they instantly made me feel right at home. After a good nights sleep and a good feed I began training at the gym and started to get a real feel for the surroundings and the island. Initially, I was only planning on staying a month but with the second to none training, weekly group activities arranged and genuinely amazing atmosphere, one month turned into two, two into three, three into four etc and in total I've now spent about 14 months on and off at Lam Sai Village Hotel.
Regardless of whether you have an interest in Muay Thai or not I would, without a doubt, recommend this hotel/muay thai gym to anyone looking for a comfortable, friendly place to stay and use as a base to explore the rest of the island.

I can't thank you guys enough for the many great experiences, friendships made & memories never to be forgotten! See you all soon!

I stumbled across this place with a friend and am so glad I did! Was not really into kickboxing when I arrived but everyone was so friendly and welcoming that I gave it a go and had the best time! Lisa and Hlukin and Noom made my stay so enjoyable, I didn't want to leave! In fact, I am going back next month! The hotel itself is lovely and relaxing and the Island is great to explore with loads to do. Well worth checking out!

I stayed at baan lam sai for the most enjoyable week so far in Thailand the views of sunsets are unreal, the staff are all so friendly it felt like I was staying with family. The chef wipped up incredible dishes big portions and so delicious. I was training with the muay Thai instructor for the whole weened and leaded so much improved my skills and I felt he really cared about my progress. I would deffinatly recommend staying here if you have children too as the whole island is so family friendly and I felt so safe here. This is a chillout haven with muay Thai on the side anyone who doesn't leave the island wishing they could stay longer is nuts!! Lisa and her family and other kind wonderful staff are what make this place even more fun. Other activities can also be arranged by them... This is Thailand your wishes can come true I highly recommend this hotel and gym to chill soak up the wonders and your garenteed to leave loving muay Thai!!! Brilliant place!!!

If you are looking for white sandy beach, Jet skis, buffet breakfast...this is not the place, this place is a real cultural experience, the rooms are clean, pool is fantastic, food is real Thai and delicious, and above all... the people who run this place are real Gems, we stayed here, family with a 10year old, and loved it, Lu the manager will make you feel at home, Lisa and her husband are very friendly, Harry is a Gentlemen, and the cook ...Chan, is a great chef, if you are looking for a simple place very nice people, this is a hidden secret in the middle of a fishing village.

I will go back here anytime, with my family and friends.
Shammi