Where to stay in Krabi: Ao Nang vs Railay
The two most popular bases in Krabi compared, so you can pick the right beach for your budget and style.
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Most visitors to Krabi stay in either Ao Nang or Railay. They’re close on the map but feel very different.
Ao Nang: easy and lively
Ao Nang is the main beach town, with restaurants, shops, and longtail boats leaving for the islands.
- Choose it if: you want choice, nightlife and easy day trips
Railay: dramatic and car-free
Railay is a peninsula reached only by boat, surrounded by limestone cliffs.
- Choose it if: you want scenery, rock climbing and a quieter evening
Team to add: our hotel picks for each area at different budgets.
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