- Ao Nang Beach offers family-friendly beach resorts overlooking dramatic limestone cliffs.
- West Railay Beach is a breathtaking beach framed by rocky cliffs and beach resorts.
- Phra Nang Beach is a picturesque bay home to famous caves.
- Relax on the ultra-secluded Pai Plong Beach at the Centara Grand Beach Resort.
Known as Thailand’s ‘beach capital’, Krabi offers some of the longest sandy beaches in the country. Take a 15-minute boat ride out to the most famous Khao Khanap Nam and explore spectacular caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites.
Highlights of Krabi
- Visit Wat Tham Sua, Krabi’s famous meditation monastery and walk 1,237 steps to the Buddha footprint for enjoy panoramic views.
- Take a ride on a songthaew, a Thai mini bus, around Krabi Town.
- Take a boat to see the stalagmite and stalactite-filled caves of the Khao Khanap Nam.
- Go island hopping around Krabi’s top islands of Tup Island, Chicken Island and Poda Island, for sunbathing, snorkeling and diving.
- Take a walk along Krabi’s river promenade to the night market and find everything from sushi and Thai street food to chocolate pancakes. Visit the morning market for sticky rice sweets and exotic fruit.
- March: The Laanta Lanta Festival celebrates the different cultures of Thailand.
- Sept/Oct: Krabi celebrates the Thai Vegetarian Festival.
- Nov: Food, kayak races and dance take place for the Krabi Boek Fa Andaman Festival.
Hotels in Krabi
Centara Ao Nang Beach Resort & Spa
Krabi, Thailand
928 reviews4 stars
- Brand new hotel with direct access to Ao Nang beach
- Famous Spa Cenvaree
- A short walk away from local bars and restaurants
Holiday Ao Nang Beach Resort, Krabi
Krabi, Thailand
3,574 reviews3.5 stars
- Great value resort
- Kids' Club
- Contemporary rooms
- Freeform pool with water slides
Krabi La Playa Resort
Krabi, Thailand
1,583 reviews3.5 stars
- 150 meters from Ao Nang and Noppharat Thara beaches
- Near Ao Nang’s shops, restaurants, and nightlife
- 2 unique pools – with pool access room options
- Gorgeous gardens, with garden bar
Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi
Krabi, Thailand
6,412 reviews5 stars
- Stunning, unique location with a dramatic limestone backdrop
- Excellent selection of quality restaurants
Rayavadee
Krabi, Thailand
2,687 reviews5 stars
- Award-winning Thai hideaway
- Freeform swimming pool
- Incredible choice of dining options
- Thai style house accommodation
The Tubkaak Boutique Resort
Krabi, Thailand
2,462 reviews4 stars
- Award-winning boutique hotel
- Romantic secluded beachfront setting with villa style accommodation
- L'Escape Spa
- Breakfast included
Essential information for Krabi
Time zone
UK + 6 hours
Language
Thai
Currency
Thai Baht Official currency of Thailand
Flight time
14h 50m indirect flight
Flight schedule
Fly with Air France, KLM or Emirates
Do I need a visa
British passport holders arriving by air or land can enter Thailand without a visa (visa exemption) for the purpose of tourism for up to 60 days.
About Krabi
The pace is unhurried and locals are friendly and welcoming. There's a wide variety of beach bars and simple restaurants serving tasty local dishes. For more natural sights, there are some amazing limestone formations - take a 15-min boat ride out to the most famous Khao Khanap Nam and explore spectacular caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites.