Krabi guest houses - Bungalows Krabi
Authentic beach bungalows sit over the water
Most of the beachside accommodation in Krabi is upmarket, with the best selection of guesthouses packed into Krabi Town; a 20 minute drive to Ao Nang. But there are some options and Ton Sai Beach - adjacent to Railay - has some budget options.
Ao Nang is the main resort area, but even here you can find something for under 300 baht a bit further back from the beach. You’ll be in among the action and more likely be able to find something more affordable than in Phuket’s popular areas.
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Updated: January 2012
Krabi Town guesthouses
Not quite at the beach, but close enough if you’re really on a budget. It has the true atmosphere of a Southern Thailand town without all the tourists.
Chan Cha Lay Guesthouse: modern, new and clean, this place is has 15 rooms and is well organised, with internet café and travellers’ services. Likely to be full in high season. Rates: 200-450 baht for fan rooms, 650-700 baht air con; 55 Utarakit road, tel: (075) 620 952, email: info@chanchalay.com.
Chao Fa Valley Guesthouse: has a nice atmosphere, with comfortable bungalows surrounding a garden. Bit more expensive than the rest but worth it. Rates: 400-600 baht for fan and A/C room; Jao Fah Road, tel: (075) 612 499 , mobile: 089 729 7126 , email: peng_2008@windowslive.com.
A Mansion Guesthouse: bit more upmarket for Krabi Town, with very nice rooms (including TV). It’s a good all round deal with nice restaurant and bar, laundry service and friendly staff. Rates: 420-840 baht fan/air-con room; 12/6 Jao Fah road, tel: (075) 630 51-2.
Good Dream Guesthouse: located in the centre of town, this is a convenient and friendly place with good value rooms that have own bathrooms and hot water, along with free wireless internet. Rates: 150-400 baht for fan room, 500-600 baht for a/c; 83 Uttarakit Road, tel: (075) 622 993, email: krabidream@gmail.com, website:www.krabigooddream.com.
Ao Nang Guesthouses
This is the main resort area of Krabi, with a beach and longtail boats to the offshore islands. It has plenty of tourist facilities.
Ao Nang Orchid Resort: roomy bungalows with optional air-con, comfortable and nice environment with a small garden, near the beach. Rooms Rates from: 2,500 baht, pool villa 7,200 baht; Krabi Road, tel: (075) 638 426-8.
Lavinia Guesthouse: close to the beach, though tucked behind a row of shophouses, this is a small but homely sort of place (only 6 rooms), clean and modern. Rates: 200-1,300 baht for fan/air-con (seasonal), longstay rates 7,000-21,000 baht per month;194/13Moo 5, Saithai, Beach road, tel: (075) 662 161-64, fax: (076) 248 445, email: rsvn@krabitropical.com.
J Mansion: budget option offering spacious, clean rooms with TV and private bathrooms. Quite central. Rates: 600-1,300 baht fan, 600-1,700 baht a/c; 302 Moo 2,Beach road, tel: (075) 695 128, (081) 845 9496, email: j_mansion10@hotmail.com.
Tolmaj Family Apartment: large air-conditioned apartment can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests with four private bedrooms and large communal spaces. It is only five minutes walk from Ao Nang and Nopparatthara beaches and very close to the shops, restaurants and nightlife of the main promenade. Rates: 3,000-9,500 baht per night depending on season and number of guests; 127 Moo 3, Ao Nang, email: info@tolmaj.com.
Ton Sai Beach Bungalows
Ton Sai is reached via a 10-minute longtail boat ride from Ao Nang - it is cut off from the mainland by karst cliffs and has limited facilities, but the best climbing.
Ton Sai Bay Resort: 40 beautifully appointed guestrooms with hand carved artwork and air-conditioning. Surrounded by rainforest and with views of the famed rock climbing cliff. Beach patio area with sun-loungers. Rates from: 1,050-2,950 baht (season and location dependent); tel: (075)637 234, email: info@tonsaibayresort.com.
Green Valley Resort: hardly a resort but a cut above the other budget places with pleasant interiors to the rooms. Also right on the beach in a pleasant tropical setting. Rates: 200-1,100 baht (seasonal); tel: (075) 819 816, (089) 888 6333, email: grvalleyresort@yahoo.com.
Phanom Bencha Mountain Resort: more in the hotel price range, but affordable considering what you get. Nice clean rooms in a great environment and atmospheric bar populated with climbers. Rates: 800-1,300 baht double bungalow (sleeps 4 people), 500-800 baht single bungalow, 350-500 baht for tents; tel: (075) 660 501-2, mobile: 081 958 0742, fax: (075) 660 502, email: info.pbmr@gmail.com.
Note!
All these places will book out in the high season. There are no budget options on the popular and space-limited Railay Beach, though you can walk between the two at low tide
Phi Phi Island bungalows
There is much less accomodation available on Phi Phi Don since the tsunami and indecision about new development laws have hampered recovery. However, it is still possible to show up in the off season and find something cheap on this beautiful island. In the high season, you’re better off making a day trip or booking well in advance. See the accomodation page on our complete Phi Phi island guide.
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