The Krabi Tropical Beach Resort is a small, family-friendly property with fewer than 20 rooms. As a value resort, it's not overly fancy but offers a great escape from the crowds in Ao Nang. The resort is located about six miles from the port village of Ao Nam Mao, where boats leave for East Railay Bay. It's on a tranquil and undeveloped beach; while not white sand it's refreshingly devoid of the beach-umbrella and water-sport crowd. Rooms range from Family Apartments with full kitchens to Deluxe and Superior Sea View Rooms, all decorated in contemporary Thai style with patios or balconies, and air-conditioning. There is a small saltwater-treated pool in the garden, a whirlpool, and a restaurant with an open-air section on the deck.
The Krabi Tropical Beach Resort is a small, family-friendly property with fewer than 20 rooms. As a value resort, it's not overly fancy but offers a great escape from the crowds in Ao Nang. The resort is located about six miles from the port village of Ao Nam Mao, where boats leave for East Railay Bay. It's on a tranquil and undeveloped beach; while not white sand it's refreshingly devoid of the beach-umbrella and water-sport crowd. Rooms range from Family Apartments with full kitchens to Deluxe and Superior Sea View Rooms, all decorated in contemporary Thai style with patios or balconies, and air-conditioning. There is a small saltwater-treated pool in the garden, a whirlpool, and a restaurant with an open-air section on the deck.
The mid-range Lanta Pearl Beach is a small, 32-unit resort located about halfway down Long Beach, on Lanta's west coast. Modern concrete bungalows have air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, safes, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi, along with terraces with hammocks to relax on. There's also a small restaurant, a bar, and a coffee spot, but no pool or other typical resort facilities. Although it's fairly basic in terms of decor and amenities, it's not as expensive as nearby spots like Lanta Sand Resort.
The mid-range Lanta Pearl Beach is a small, 32-unit resort located about halfway down Long Beach, on Lanta's west coast. Modern concrete bungalows have air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, safes, mini-fridges, and free Wi-Fi, along with terraces with hammocks to relax on. There's also a small restaurant, a bar, and a coffee spot, but no pool or other typical resort facilities. Although it's fairly basic in terms of decor and amenities, it's not as expensive as nearby spots like Lanta Sand Resort.
With mountains on one side and the beach on the other, this two-pearl resort is best suited to travelers with a sense of adventure and those who want to unplug on a gorgeous stretch of isolated Ko Phi Phi beach. All 25 bungalows have a rustic, basic charm (some are made entirely of bamboo), but a few are equipped with air-conditioning, mini-fridges, and TVs. Ko Phi Phi's town is only accessible during the daytime by local boat, but water sports are available at the hotel and there is a great restaurant and bar. Guests should also know that there is no electricity during the day and should be prepared for a little interaction with local fauna (like bugs and lizards).
With mountains on one side and the beach on the other, this two-pearl resort is best suited to travelers with a sense of adventure and those who want to unplug on a gorgeous stretch of isolated Ko Phi Phi beach. All 25 bungalows have a rustic, basic charm (some are made entirely of bamboo), but a few are equipped with air-conditioning, mini-fridges, and TVs. Ko Phi Phi's town is only accessible during the daytime by local boat, but water sports are available at the hotel and there is a great restaurant and bar. Guests should also know that there is no electricity during the day and should be prepared for a little interaction with local fauna (like bugs and lizards).
Villa 360 Resort is a super-secluded all-villa property overlooking the Andaman Sea. Built into a steep hill, the resort’s common areas -- a 24-hour infinity pool and an all-day restaurant -- and 33 freestanding villas have outstanding views of the bay and outer islands. The luxurious units have glossy hardwood floors, free French-press coffee and tea, and free minibar items, plus large bathrooms with separate showers and bathtubs. Grounds are extremely steep, so free shuttle service is provided 24 hours a day. Kayaking and snorkeling is available, though note that the property doesn’t have a true beach. And while some guests are thrilled by the sense of isolation, others find it lonely and even frustrating for seeing the rest of the island. As an alternative, the next-door Phi Phi Island Village Resort offers more liveliness and features, including a true (and big) beach.
Villa 360 Resort is a super-secluded all-villa property overlooking the Andaman Sea. Built into a steep hill, the resort’s common areas -- a 24-hour infinity pool and an all-day restaurant -- and 33 freestanding villas have outstanding views of the bay and outer islands. The luxurious units have glossy hardwood floors, free French-press coffee and tea, and free minibar items, plus large bathrooms with separate showers and bathtubs. Grounds are extremely steep, so free shuttle service is provided 24 hours a day. Kayaking and snorkeling is available, though note that the property doesn’t have a true beach. And while some guests are thrilled by the sense of isolation, others find it lonely and even frustrating for seeing the rest of the island. As an alternative, the next-door Phi Phi Island Village Resort offers more liveliness and features, including a true (and big) beach.
