Life's A Beach: 12 Best Krabi Hotels With A Private Beach - Updated 2024

Life's A Beach: 12 Best Krabi Hotels With A Private Beach - Updated 2024
Belicia
Belicia 
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On the west coast of Southern Thailand, Krabi is a coastal province well known for its sandy beaches, stunning waters, and colourful coral reefs. Krabi is brimming with top water sports and activities, as well as must-see attractions. So, it’s pretty much a no-brainer that you’ll want to maximize your ocean exposure during your trip. However, the popular beaches are usually packed with tourists – to get around that, we’ve rounded up these Krabi hotels with a private beach so you can work on that suntan in peace!

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 04, 2024.

Mainland Krabi

Mainland Krabi has plenty of popular beaches such as Ao Nong Beach, Railay Beach and Nopparat Thara Beach. It can get a bit crowded, but you won’t have to worry about any of that. These resorts give you the best of both worlds - a well-connected location and some peace and quiet!

1. Krabi Resort (from USD 50)

Krabi resort is the only resort in the Ao Nong area that has a private beachfront! It’s just steps away from Ao Nong beach, one of the most popular beaches in Ao Nong. It’s like having your own little slice of paradise, but with all the perks of staying in a touristy spot like Ao Nong – great food, lots of shops, activities and bars. Unlike the other resorts on the islands surrounding the mainland, Krabi Resort is a breeze to get to. It’s just a half hour car ride from Krabi International Airport.

Krabi Resort is also a four-star hotel, so you can be sure that the private beachfront isn’t the only perk that comes with this resort! Expect sleek interiors, fantastic food, and world-class service at this Krabi beach hotel.

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Krabi Resort- SHA Extra Plus

Wifi Available

Address: 232 Moo.2, Ao Nang, Muang, Krabi
24.47 km (15.3 mi) from Bamboo Island

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Garden

2. Villa Cha-Cha Krabi Beachfront Resort (from USD 109)

Just a stone’s throw away from Ao Nam Mao Beach is Villa Cha-Cha Krabi Beachfront Resort. The four-star hotel is one of the top contenders for hotels with the best outdoor pools in the province; the swimming pools are landscaped right by the shore! All rooms at this popular accommodation are equipped with free Wi-Fi and television. Guests are welcome to enjoy the buffet and American breakfast options. We highly recommend getting a room with a sea view so that you do not miss out on Krabi’s tropical beauty!

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Villa Cha-Cha Krabi Beachfront Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 325 Moo 5 , Saithai Krabi Thailand
24.93 km (15.5 mi) from Bamboo Island

Parking Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms

3. The Tubkaak Krabi Boutique Resort (from USD 410)

Located nearby Ao Nong, but far enough to escape the main bulk of the tourist crowds, The Tubaak Krabi Boutique Resort is the perfect place for a luxurious, lazy holiday. Some even say that it’s one of the best hotels in Krabi. With Tubaak Beach right at your doorstep, lush greenery all around you and cozy wooden interiors, you won’t even feel the need to leave the resort. It’s been recognized as one of the most romantic resorts in Krabi.

You can attend cooking classes, curl up in the library for a quiet afternoon, or treat yourself to a full-service spa. If you can somehow bring yourself to leave, tours can be arranged with the front desk, or you can just take a taxi to Krabi Town!

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The Tubkaak Krabi Boutique Resort - SHA Extra Plus

Wifi Available

Address: 123 Moo 3, Tumbol Nongtalay, Amphur Muang, Krabi
31.02 km (19.3 mi) from Bamboo Island

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

4. Beyond Resort Krabi (from USD 168)

Offering a private stretch of the Klong Muang Beach, Beyond Resort Krabi is sure to leave you feeling like you’re in a tropical paradise. Away from the touristy areas of Ao Nong, you’ll be able to enjoy the peace and quiet, but also easily access the vibrant nightlife and activity that Krabi is known for. It’s just a taxi ride away! You can opt to stay in a hotel room, a cottage, or a cabin.

“Lovely quiet location. Relatively big resort, but no feeling of being in a tourist trap. Excellent personnel.” – Pedro, Belgium

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Beyond Krabi

Wifi Available

Address: 98 Moo 3 Tambon Nongtalay
26.77 km (16.7 mi) from Bamboo Island

Parking Restaurant Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Sauna Fitness centre

5. Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi (from USD 206)

Nestled along a stunning cliffside, Centara Grand Beach Resort is the ultimate blend of nature and luxury. The property is located on the private Pai Plong Bay, giving you lots of opportunities for quiet lounging on the sand or romantic, candle-lit dinners. You’ll find no shortage of activities to do at this Krabi beach resort – go hiking on the Monkey Trail or sign up for activities at the Dive and Watersports Centre.

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Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi

Address: 396-396/1 Moo 2, Ao Nang, Muang, Krabi
23.27 km (14.5 mi) from Bamboo Island

6. Arawan Krabi Beach Resort (from USD 68)

Located near Ao Nang Beach, Arawan Krabi Beach Resort is one of the more affordable accommodations in the area. The outdoor pool overlooks the Andaman Sea, and some of the rooms provide a great view of the surroundings. There might not be a need for you to go out of this four-star hotel just to find entertainment in Krabi. You can most definitely use the outdoors for a picnic with your family. In addition to the excellent amenities at the hotel, the management can arrange a bike or walking tour and water sports activities for you.

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Arawan Krabi Beach Resort

Address: 107, Moo 5, Ao Nam Mao
24.08 km (15.0 mi) from Bamboo Island

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized Water sport facilities (on site) Process in place to check health of guests Airport shuttle (additional charge) Outdoor pool (all year) Ironing service Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas Restaurant

Ko Lanta

Hailed as Krabi’s chillest island, Ko Lanta is perfect for those who just want some laid-back lounging. It’s not as isolated as some of the other islands, but it’s not nearly as bustling as popular islands such as Phi Phi either.

1. Crown Lanta Resort & Spa

Perched on the peninsula of Ko Lanta, the Crown Lanta Resort offers stunning views of the Andaman Sea. You can enjoy breathtaking views of the sunset along the private beach or from the terrace of your poolside villa. Expect luxurious accommodations, a fantastic breakfast buffet and friendly and welcoming staff. You can rent bicycles, kayaks or snorkelling gear, or use the shuttle transfer to get to nearby shops and restaurants.

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Crown Lanta Resort & Spa

Address: 315 Moo 1 ,Saladan, Koh Lanta
31.43 km (19.6 mi) from Bamboo Island

2. Lanta A&J Klong Khong Beach (from USD 51)

This is the perfect little getaway for couples who want a vacation without breaking the bank. Located on Klong Khong Beach, the resort is isolated enough that the stretch of beach is essentially private. This is rustic, down-to-earth vacationing – accommodations are bamboo huts or old-school bungalows. However, what everyone loves about this resort is how soft and intimate it is – forget the glitz and glamour of bigger and more expensive spots. Here, the owner gives you free cooking classes and a kitten prowls around the grounds looking for cuddles. It doesn’t get any better than that.

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Lanta A&J Klong khong Beach

Wifi Available

Address: 368 Moo. 2 Saladan, Krabi
38.28 km (23.8 mi) from Bamboo Island

Restaurant Room service Bar Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Fishing

Phi Phi Islands

A group of six islands off the coast of Krabi, Phi Phi has grown from a backpacker’s retreat to an international tourist spot bustling with nightlife, restaurants and dive schools. Despite the commercialisation, Phi Phi still retains its bohemian charm and jaw-dropping natural landscapes.

1. Phi Phi The Beach Resort (from USD 209)

Located on Phi Phi Island’s Long Beach, The Beach Resort offers stunning hillside accommodation and breathtaking ocean views. It has one of the best locations on the island - you can easily walk to the city but still enjoy peace and quiet. You can also enjoy snorkelling spots along Long Beach or kayak around the island.

“This is one of the most beautiful places on earth. The view from our bungalow and anywhere on the resort is spectacular. The beach is gorgeous as are the pools. Dinner on the beach was extraordinary.” - Brigitte, USA

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Phi Phi The Beach Resort- SHA Certified

Wifi Available

Address: 177 Moo 7, T. Ao-Nang, Muang
9.88 km (6.2 mi) from Bamboo Island

Restaurant Room service Bar Terrace Non-smoking rooms Fishing Laundry Ironing service

2. Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort (from USD 238)

Nestled next to the stunning emerald waters around Lo Ba Goa Bay, Phi Phi Island Village Beach Resort promises a relaxing, first class beach stay. Aside from the private beach, you can grab a drink at the infinity pool’s pool bar, work out at the fitness centre or treat yourself to a traditional Thai massage. There are four restaurants to choose from at the resort, each serving a different kind of cuisine.

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SAii Phi Phi Island Village

Wifi Available

Address: 49 Moo 8, Phi Phi Island, Ao Nang, Amphoe Muang
6.66 km (4.2 mi) from Bamboo Island

Restaurant Room service Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court Sauna Fitness centre Garden

Ko Jum

If you’re desperate to get away from it all, then Ko Jum is the place for you. It’s a small island with nothing much to do, and that’s precisely why people are attracted to it. It’s the perfect place to wake up with the sun, take long meandering walks and laze in a hammock. There’s no pressure to see every landmark or do every activity - here, you can just be.

1. Koh Jum Resort (from USD 36)

Offering rustic villas and cottages tucked away on a hillside, you can look forward to a relaxing and rejuvenating stay at Kohjum Resort. Expect thatched roofs and bamboo furnishings nestled among tropical greenery. It’s perfect for those who are looking to laze around and reconnect with nature and each other. Every room has been designed such that you’re able to enjoy the panoramic view of the sea right from your room.

“The view from the room and the sound of waves in the night were amazing! Very clean room, one of the best beaches on the island, nice food and helpful staff - you can rent a motorbike or arrange a ferry from the hotel desk.” - Przemek, Poland

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Koh Jum Resort

Wifi Available

Address: 237 Moo 5, Koh Sriborya, Nueklong
17.71 km (11.1 mi) from Bamboo Island

Restaurant Room service Bar Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle Fishing

2. Jungle Hill Beach Bungalow (from USD 19)

Here, you’ll wake up to a view of the ocean and monkeys scurrying about outside. Jungle Hill offers rustic bungalows with terraces overlooking the ocean. Laze in hammocks, paddle out to the sea with the free kayaks, or cycle around Koh Jum and explore the town. While Jungle Hill might not have the luxuries of bigger hotels, this family-run resort offers a relaxing stay that will help you enjoy the simpler things in life.

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Jungle Hill Beach Bungalow

Wifi Available

Address: 58 Moo 5 T.Koh Sriboya,Nuaklong, Krabi
19.0 km (11.9 mi) from Bamboo Island

Parking Restaurant Room service Bar Garden Terrace Non-smoking rooms Airport shuttle

Slather on some sunscreen!

Private beach in Krabi, Thailand
Source: Booking.com

Krabi is a well-known tourist spot, but that doesn’t mean that you have to spend your vacation time fighting over beach chairs. Many of the hotels listed here have limited space, or are very popular destinations. We hope that, through these recommendations, you now have some idea of where to stay in Krabi. Remember to book them early, and get ready for some serious relaxation!

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