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balconies or terraces -- some of which have direct access to the lovely garden pool -- but bathrooms are hopelessly out of date.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balconies or terraces -- some of which have direct access to the lovely garden pool -- but bathrooms are hopelessly out of date.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 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.
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.
The 52-room L Resort Krabi is a solid mid-range choice for all sorts of travelers -- families, couples, and friend groups -- in the heart of wild Ao Nang. After a year-long renovation, the resort reopened in 2016 with a contemporary purple-and-white design (though a few remnants of its pre-renovation self, like the odd outdated furnishing, remain) in its rooms and suites. All units have minibars and free coffee, tea, and Wi-Fi and most have balconies or terraces -- some swim-out. At the hotel's center are two landscaped pools, including one tiered with whirlpools. L Resort's central location is its best asset; just note that many of its neighbors are party hostels and nightclubs and late-night noise is likely, especially in high season. It's worth comparing rates at the nearby Phra Nang Inn, another ideally located beach-facing property, but the rooms there aren't as modern.
The 52-room L Resort Krabi is a solid mid-range choice for all sorts of travelers -- families, couples, and friend groups -- in the heart of wild Ao Nang. After a year-long renovation, the resort reopened in 2016 with a contemporary purple-and-white design (though a few remnants of its pre-renovation self, like the odd outdated furnishing, remain) in its rooms and suites. All units have minibars and free coffee, tea, and Wi-Fi and most have balconies or terraces -- some swim-out. At the hotel's center are two landscaped pools, including one tiered with whirlpools. L Resort's central location is its best asset; just note that many of its neighbors are party hostels and nightclubs and late-night noise is likely, especially in high season. It's worth comparing rates at the nearby Phra Nang Inn, another ideally located beach-facing property, but the rooms there aren't as modern.
Green View Village Resort is a 29-room property close to the stunning cliffs of Ao Nang -- and away from the town's traffic and party scene. A huge range of rooms, from single rooms to freestanding villas, suit various budgets and traveler types. There are several units for families or groups, with multiple beds and bunks in some. Key features include two pools and an on-site restaurant. Other than that, there's not much to do on-site, but Green View's position near the main road means it's easy to get out and explore the town and islands. A block away, Centra by Centara Phu Pano Resort Krabi offers an alternative with more modern rooms for only slightly higher rates; however, some travelers will prefer the village-like vibe of Green View to its seven-story, corporate-style neighbor.
Green View Village Resort is a 29-room property close to the stunning cliffs of Ao Nang -- and away from the town's traffic and party scene. A huge range of rooms, from single rooms to freestanding villas, suit various budgets and traveler types. There are several units for families or groups, with multiple beds and bunks in some. Key features include two pools and an on-site restaurant. Other than that, there's not much to do on-site, but Green View's position near the main road means it's easy to get out and explore the town and islands. A block away, Centra by Centara Phu Pano Resort Krabi offers an alternative with more modern rooms for only slightly higher rates; however, some travelers will prefer the village-like vibe of Green View to its seven-story, corporate-style neighbor.
This two-pearl, 34-room property is located on a quiet beachfront away from busy central Ao Nang. It's perfect for anyone seeking peace and tranquility, offering small private bungalows with furnished balconies. Rooms are clean and cozy, but nothing fancy, and equipped with basic amenities like free bottled water and en-suite bathrooms. Only some rooms have air-conditioning. There's an all-day restaurant serving Thai and Western cuisines, plus breakfast with fresh fruit for a fee. The privately accessed beach has amazing mountain and sea views, and there's an outdoor sports area with basketball and table tennis. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Travelers preferring to be closer to Ao Nang Beach should consider the Phra Nang Inn with two swimming pools and a lively beach bar.
This two-pearl, 34-room property is located on a quiet beachfront away from busy central Ao Nang. It's perfect for anyone seeking peace and tranquility, offering small private bungalows with furnished balconies. Rooms are clean and cozy, but nothing fancy, and equipped with basic amenities like free bottled water and en-suite bathrooms. Only some rooms have air-conditioning. There's an all-day restaurant serving Thai and Western cuisines, plus breakfast with fresh fruit for a fee. The privately accessed beach has amazing mountain and sea views, and there's an outdoor sports area with basketball and table tennis. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Travelers preferring to be closer to Ao Nang Beach should consider the Phra Nang Inn with two swimming pools and a lively beach bar.
The six-room Baan Habeebee Resort is a rustic two-and-a-half-pearl property located outside Ao Nang, about a five-minute ride from the beach. It's a quite, peaceful place with bungalows and a villa crafted of wood in a traditional Thai Lanna style. Rooms offer flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and balconies, and the two-bedroom villa has a private pool. There's not much in the way of features except a lovely outdoor pool, and while there's no proper restaurant or alcohol available, a free breakfast is offered and other meals can be ordered as well. Travelers looking for more action closer to the beach could check out the Aonang Villa Resort, which has a spa, fitness center, and on-site restaurants. Rates there are just slightly higher.
The six-room Baan Habeebee Resort is a rustic two-and-a-half-pearl property located outside Ao Nang, about a five-minute ride from the beach. It's a quite, peaceful place with bungalows and a villa crafted of wood in a traditional Thai Lanna style. Rooms offer flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and balconies, and the two-bedroom villa has a private pool. There's not much in the way of features except a lovely outdoor pool, and while there's no proper restaurant or alcohol available, a free breakfast is offered and other meals can be ordered as well. Travelers looking for more action closer to the beach could check out the Aonang Villa Resort, which has a spa, fitness center, and on-site restaurants. Rates there are just slightly higher.
The 40-room Phu Pha Ao Nang Resort and Spa is a mid-range hotel off Krabi's pretty Ao Nang Beach. Rooms are housed in separate four-unit buildings, and all have private terraces or balconies, along with air-conditioning. On-site features include a small spa, a tiny fitness center, and a small pool area with lounge chairs, drink service, and perhaps too much shade. For something a little more elegant and with a bigger pool, guests may want to compare rates at the nearby Golden Beach Resort, which also has direct beach access.
The 40-room Phu Pha Ao Nang Resort and Spa is a mid-range hotel off Krabi's pretty Ao Nang Beach. Rooms are housed in separate four-unit buildings, and all have private terraces or balconies, along with air-conditioning. On-site features include a small spa, a tiny fitness center, and a small pool area with lounge chairs, drink service, and perhaps too much shade. For something a little more elegant and with a bigger pool, guests may want to compare rates at the nearby Golden Beach Resort, which also has direct beach access.