Koh Larn Trail 2026 lands on February 1, 2026, with race activity centered at Samae Beach, Koh Larn. If you’re building a future race calendar around the island, or simply training with the next edition in mind, Cape Dara Resort Pattaya gives you something competitors value more than hype: control : over sleep, recovery, and the practical rhythm that makes performance feel easier.
Some race weekends are all friction: timers, logistics, and the low-grade anxiety of “Did I forget something?” Others feel strangely composed: you wake up unhurried, move through a clean routine, and arrive at the start line with your mind already quiet.
Note on registration: the official page shows registration closed for 2026, with the 12 km listed as sold out. This guide still helps for training seasons and future editions.
The Setting of Koh Larn Trail 2026
Koh Larn sits off Pattaya, reached by sea. The event page notes passenger boats take 30–45 minutes and land at Na Baan Pier or Ta Waen, and speedboats can shorten that to 15–20 minutes (pricing varies by group size).
For most travelers, the “how” starts at Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya, a common departure point for Koh Larn routes. From there, the island’s morning energy shifts quickly from seaside leisure to trail focus, especially when race day begins early.
Rooms & Suites
When you’re choosing a runner’s base, comfort is a strategy. These are the room types you flagged to recommend:
- Dara Suite
- Dara Deluxe Room
- Dara Private Pool Suite
- Dara Beachfront Suite
Because we’re staying strictly factual, we’ll avoid describing views, sizes, layouts, or inclusions that haven’t been confirmed in your notes. The practical positioning is simple: pick the room type that best supports your recovery routine, sleep quality first, then space to lay out gear, then privacy if you’re traveling with a training partner or support crew.
How To Make The Most Of A Stay
1) Build your plan around the official race weekend schedule
The event page lists:
- Race pack collection: Jan 31, 2026 (11:00–18:00)
- Mandatory gear check: Jan 31, 2026 (11:00–18:00)
- Briefing: Jan 31, 2026 (17:00–17:30)
- Race day (Feb 1): baggage drop 03:15, start times 04:00 (28 km) and 06:15 (12 km)
Translation: do not treat this as a “roll in late” weekend. Arrive with buffers.
2) Treat the sea crossing as your critical dependency
Koh Larn access is by boat; the event page cites 30–45 minutes by passenger boat and 15–20 minutes by speedboat. Departures commonly route via Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya.
Practical rule: plan extra time and confirm schedules locally, especially for early starts.
3) Use Cape Dara Resort Pattaya to control your fueling rhythm
- Lock in breakfast timing using Radius (06:00–10:30) or Dara Club extended hours (eligible suites).
- Use 24-hour room service to keep dinner aligned with recovery and sleep.
4) Make recovery non-negotiable
Book your recovery window at Luminous Spa (10:00–21:00)—even if it’s short. For serious training seasons, this becomes your repeatable loop: run, refuel, recover, sleep.
