This mid-range hotel sits on Ko Phi Phi's Long Beach, one of the island's most stunning stretches of sand. The resort has a small pool and restaurant, but the cost of trips by boat into Koh Phi Phi's main town, Tonsai, will add up. Rooms and villas are spacious and include satellite TV and air-conditioning -- plus many have spectacular views of and immediate access to the beach -- and some villas come with a private [outdoor plunge pool](). The property itself isn't as charming as some of the more rustic hotels on the island, and guests looking for a more authentic jungle retreat may want to try Tohko Beach Resort.
This mid-range hotel sits on Ko Phi Phi's Long Beach, one of the island's most stunning stretches of sand. The resort has a small pool and restaurant, but the cost of trips by boat into Koh Phi Phi's main town, Tonsai, will add up. Rooms and villas are spacious and include satellite TV and air-conditioning -- plus many have spectacular views of and immediate access to the beach -- and some villas come with a private [outdoor plunge pool](). The property itself isn't as charming as some of the more rustic hotels on the island, and guests looking for a more authentic jungle retreat may want to try Tohko Beach Resort.
The 70-room Aonang Buri Resort is a mid-range pick across the street from the beach in Ao Nang. Rooms have minibars (fee), free coffee and tea, and private balconies or terraces -- some of which have direct access to the lovely garden pool -- but bathrooms are hopelessly out of date. The hotel's street-facing restaurant is open all day, starting with the free breakfast buffet, and, in high season, the pool bar serves drinks until mid evening. Thai massages are available in a communal room near the pool, but there's no full spa or fitness center. Both features can be found at the next-door (and pricier) Holiday Inn Krabi Ao Nang Beach.
The 70-room Aonang Buri Resort is a mid-range pick across the street from the beach in Ao Nang. Rooms have minibars (fee), free coffee and tea, and private balconies or terraces -- some of which have direct access to the lovely garden pool -- but bathrooms are hopelessly out of date. The hotel's street-facing restaurant is open all day, starting with the free breakfast buffet, and, in high season, the pool bar serves drinks until mid evening. Thai massages are available in a communal room near the pool, but there's no full spa or fitness center. Both features can be found at the next-door (and pricier) Holiday Inn Krabi Ao Nang Beach.
LaRio Hotel Krabi is a 25-room value hotel located 20 minutes by foot from the beach in Ao Nang. Built in 2017, the hotel has a fresh and stylish coastal-inspired design (picture lots of blues and rattan accents) throughout its common areas and rooms. Guest rooms come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free safes, and larger units -- including two-bedroom suites with bunk beds -- are great options for families and groups. In the mornings, a simple breakfast is served in a small breakfast room alongside LaRio's narrow dipping pool. Guests generally love the hotel for its tidiness, modern design, and friendly staff. Nonetheless, it's worth comparing LaRio's rates to the ones at the across-the-street Centra by Centara Phu Pano Resort Krabi, which has a full-service restaurant and a proper swimming pool.
LaRio Hotel Krabi is a 25-room value hotel located 20 minutes by foot from the beach in Ao Nang. Built in 2017, the hotel has a fresh and stylish coastal-inspired design (picture lots of blues and rattan accents) throughout its common areas and rooms. Guest rooms come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free safes, and larger units -- including two-bedroom suites with bunk beds -- are great options for families and groups. In the mornings, a simple breakfast is served in a small breakfast room alongside LaRio's narrow dipping pool. Guests generally love the hotel for its tidiness, modern design, and friendly staff. Nonetheless, it's worth comparing LaRio's rates to the ones at the across-the-street Centra by Centara Phu Pano Resort Krabi, which has a full-service restaurant and a proper swimming pool.
A 2018 arrival, the upper-middle-range Panan Krabi Resort has a chic, contemporary look that is sharp enough to stand out in Ao Nang. In addition to trendy decor, the 199-room hotel has an all-day restaurant with a great free breakfast, a kids' club, an activity program for all ages, and two pools with bars. The rooftop infinity pool is a noteworthy feature for downtown Ao Nang (few properties have this), plus it has, at this writing, some of the town's best and clearest views of the cliffs (which may be compromised by new construction). The large, air-conditioned rooms have minibars, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies. Some rooms have swim-out terraces connecting to the main pool, and others have private whirlpool terraces. BlueSotel is a comparably modern and priced property; it adds a spa, but is slightly farther from the beach and loses the rooftop pool and bar.
A 2018 arrival, the upper-middle-range Panan Krabi Resort has a chic, contemporary look that is sharp enough to stand out in Ao Nang. In addition to trendy decor, the 199-room hotel has an all-day restaurant with a great free breakfast, a kids' club, an activity program for all ages, and two pools with bars. The rooftop infinity pool is a noteworthy feature for downtown Ao Nang (few properties have this), plus it has, at this writing, some of the town's best and clearest views of the cliffs (which may be compromised by new construction). The large, air-conditioned rooms have minibars, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies. Some rooms have swim-out terraces connecting to the main pool, and others have private whirlpool terraces. BlueSotel is a comparably modern and priced property; it adds a spa, but is slightly farther from the beach and loses the rooftop pool and bar.
The budget Phi Phi Island Cabana Hotel is nestled between two stunning beaches and conveniently located a three-minute walk to the ferry pier. The attractive pool is a highlight, but this expansive resort is showing its age in both public spaces and the 162 guest rooms. Bathrooms are especially dated, and there can be issues with the water supply, though the more modern suites feature lovely whirlpools. Housekeeping and maintenance also get poor reviews, and Wi-Fi can be spotty. Two restaurants serve local and international a la carte dishes, plus a free breakfast buffet. The quieter Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort has more modern rooms, plus a spa, gym, and swim-up bar -- but rates are predictably higher.
The budget Phi Phi Island Cabana Hotel is nestled between two stunning beaches and conveniently located a three-minute walk to the ferry pier. The attractive pool is a highlight, but this expansive resort is showing its age in both public spaces and the 162 guest rooms. Bathrooms are especially dated, and there can be issues with the water supply, though the more modern suites feature lovely whirlpools. Housekeeping and maintenance also get poor reviews, and Wi-Fi can be spotty. Two restaurants serve local and international a la carte dishes, plus a free breakfast buffet. The quieter Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort has more modern rooms, plus a spa, gym, and swim-up bar -- but rates are predictably higher.
The 40-room Ban Sainai Resort is an upper-middle-range property nestled amid gorgeous tropical landscaping and views of Krabi's limestone karsts. Several restaurants and bars are within walking distance, but the beach is about a five-minute drive and the hotel provides free tuk-tuks to the shore. Rooms are spacious and have bright details, with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. All also have balconies or terraces with lovely views. Breakfast is free, and lunch and dinner are also served, but beware that alcohol isn't available. The outdoor pool is beautiful and relaxing, and massage services can be arranged, but there is no spa. Guests who would like to be closer to the beach could check out the Anyavee Ban Ao Nang Bay Resort Krabi, which also has lower rates.
The 40-room Ban Sainai Resort is an upper-middle-range property nestled amid gorgeous tropical landscaping and views of Krabi's limestone karsts. Several restaurants and bars are within walking distance, but the beach is about a five-minute drive and the hotel provides free tuk-tuks to the shore. Rooms are spacious and have bright details, with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. All also have balconies or terraces with lovely views. Breakfast is free, and lunch and dinner are also served, but beware that alcohol isn't available. The outdoor pool is beautiful and relaxing, and massage services can be arranged, but there is no spa. Guests who would like to be closer to the beach could check out the Anyavee Ban Ao Nang Bay Resort Krabi, which also has lower rates.
The 80-room Tup Kaek Sunset Beach Resort is a three-and-a-half-pearl option right on beautiful and remote Tubkaek Beach. Its jungle setting is lush and shady, and the overall atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing. Rooms and bungalows are pleasantly modern, and all are equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and air-conditioning, plus simple tropical details. All have terraces or balconies, and some provide direct access to one of the two outdoor pools. The beach is quiet and feels private, and the sunsets are spectacular. A restaurant and bar are by the beach for taking in the beautiful views of Krabi's karst islands offshore. Travelers looking for more amenities at similar rates may want to check out the Amari Vogue Krabi, which has a spa and multiple dining options just up the road.
The 80-room Tup Kaek Sunset Beach Resort is a three-and-a-half-pearl option right on beautiful and remote Tubkaek Beach. Its jungle setting is lush and shady, and the overall atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing. Rooms and bungalows are pleasantly modern, and all are equipped with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and air-conditioning, plus simple tropical details. All have terraces or balconies, and some provide direct access to one of the two outdoor pools. The beach is quiet and feels private, and the sunsets are spectacular. A restaurant and bar are by the beach for taking in the beautiful views of Krabi's karst islands offshore. Travelers looking for more amenities at similar rates may want to check out the Amari Vogue Krabi, which has a spa and multiple dining options just up the road.
Located on Ko Phi Phi Don's main party beach, Ibiza House Phi Phi is a "two-in-one" property: It's one part hostel, with dorms facing the bay, and one part villa resort, with freestanding bungalows in a garden pool setting. The hostel portion features bare-bones dorm rooms with shared bathrooms that can sleep up to 16 people, and a waterfront pool that hosts rowdy DJ pool parties three times a week. While hostel rooms have no amenities to speak of, each of the villas features a minibar, free coffee and tea, and a private bathroom and terrace. The beachfront location in Tonsai and the combination of room types makes this hotel a decent pick for a wide range of travelers, from hard-drinking backpackers to families. Travelers wanting a quieter in-town stay could look into Phi Phi Banyan Villa, on the opposite, non-party side of Tonsai.
Located on Ko Phi Phi Don's main party beach, Ibiza House Phi Phi is a "two-in-one" property: It's one part hostel, with dorms facing the bay, and one part villa resort, with freestanding bungalows in a garden pool setting. The hostel portion features bare-bones dorm rooms with shared bathrooms that can sleep up to 16 people, and a waterfront pool that hosts rowdy DJ pool parties three times a week. While hostel rooms have no amenities to speak of, each of the villas features a minibar, free coffee and tea, and a private bathroom and terrace. The beachfront location in Tonsai and the combination of room types makes this hotel a decent pick for a wide range of travelers, from hard-drinking backpackers to families. Travelers wanting a quieter in-town stay could look into Phi Phi Banyan Villa, on the opposite, non-party side of Tonsai.
Railay Garden View Resort consists of 19 rustic bungalows, clustered high up on a steep jungly hill overlooking the Andaman Sea. The freestanding, stilted bungalows have an authentic Thai feel, with thatched roofs, bamboo walls, wood furniture, and mosquito nets. There’s no TV or air-conditioning in the rooms, and no hotel amenities like a pool, spa, or full restaurant, so this property is best suited for those looking for little more than beautiful views, low rates, and plenty of quiet. Travelers wanting to feel immersed in nature, but with a few more frills, might prefer Railay Phutawan Resort, which has a striking infinity pool and great pool bar, but is farther away from the sea.
Railay Garden View Resort consists of 19 rustic bungalows, clustered high up on a steep jungly hill overlooking the Andaman Sea. The freestanding, stilted bungalows have an authentic Thai feel, with thatched roofs, bamboo walls, wood furniture, and mosquito nets. There’s no TV or air-conditioning in the rooms, and no hotel amenities like a pool, spa, or full restaurant, so this property is best suited for those looking for little more than beautiful views, low rates, and plenty of quiet. Travelers wanting to feel immersed in nature, but with a few more frills, might prefer Railay Phutawan Resort, which has a striking infinity pool and great pool bar, but is farther away from the sea.
Built in 2016, the upscale Nine Thipthara Klongson Resort offers 17 modern bungalows in a peaceful garden setting full of tropical plants and elephant and Hindu god statuary. At the center sits the Nine's garden pool, which has submerged loungers and a neighboring massage pavilion. The teak bungalows are spacious and lovely, with hand-carved double doors leading to bathrooms/vanity suites with jetted tubs and outdoor waterfall showers. Breakfast is free and served at the hotel's restaurant, which is open all day. Guests (almost entirely couples) rave about the property, but generally find its location a setback -- a vehicle is required to get around, as there's nothing in walking distance and Ao Nang Beach is about a 10-minute drive away. Romantics who want to be closer to the shore could look into Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi, which sits on a private bay, but costs more.
Built in 2016, the upscale Nine Thipthara Klongson Resort offers 17 modern bungalows in a peaceful garden setting full of tropical plants and elephant and Hindu god statuary. At the center sits the Nine's garden pool, which has submerged loungers and a neighboring massage pavilion. The teak bungalows are spacious and lovely, with hand-carved double doors leading to bathrooms/vanity suites with jetted tubs and outdoor waterfall showers. Breakfast is free and served at the hotel's restaurant, which is open all day. Guests (almost entirely couples) rave about the property, but generally find its location a setback -- a vehicle is required to get around, as there's nothing in walking distance and Ao Nang Beach is about a 10-minute drive away. Romantics who want to be closer to the shore could look into Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi, which sits on a private bay, but costs more.