The secluded location of the recently renovated Amari Vogue makes this hotel the ultimate getaway. Be prepared for a warm welcome, with breathtaking views and a beautifully designed resort that’s framed by pretty gardens and edged by the azure waters of the Andaman Sea. Relaxing days can be spent cooling off in one of the freeform pools, or sipping a cocktail at the beachside bar. The Breeze Spa has an extensive range of treatments and therapies to suit every need, from a traditional Thai massage to a relaxing facial. It’s definitely worth taking short drive to the local township of Klong Muang or the 20-minute drive to lively Ao Nang, with its small local shops, bustling bars and restaurants. We also recommend getting out to explore the stunning coastline and tangled mangroves in a rented kayak. If you’re an underwater enthusiast, there’s a dive centre nearby for both new and experienced divers to discover some of Krabi’s offshore reefs and sites. The resort has some exceptionally elegant dining experiences. Lotus serves a tempting array of contemporary Thai cuisine both indoor and al fresco, while the new Marco’s Restaurant & Bar by the beach is all about Mediterranean and pan-Asian food. You can also learn more about the secrets behind Thai food by cooking up your own culinary creations in a private Thai cooking class. The well-appointed bedrooms overlook either the tropical gardens or the sea. They are decorated with original mural paintings and Thai fabrics and feature a private balcony. Grand Deluxe Premium rooms have the added luxury of your own spa bath on the balcony.
In the heart of Krabi’s lush peaks and idyllic shores, Centara Anda Dhevi has a contemporary vibe in nearby Ao Nang. It’s a short walk to local sandy beaches and a 15-minute long-tail boat ride to Railay Beach, the most beautiful and iconic beach in Krabi. The small swimming pool has a swim-up bar if you’re in need of a cooling drink and children are well catered for with their own pool and the Camp Safari kids’ club. The small SPA Cenvaree is run by experienced staff with a wide range of treatments and indulgent therapies. When it comes to dining, Palm Court serves up a range of both international dishes and authentic Thai cuisine, including delicious seafood. The casual Coco’s Pool Bar is open during the day for light snacks, but if you’re looking for a touch more sophistication, take afternoon tea in the Lobby Bar. This also makes a great spot for a final nightcap after an evening out. Deluxe Rooms each have a balcony and are decorated with a contemporary Thai influence that’s softened by a touch of colour. If the first thing you like to do in the morning is hop in the pool, upgrade to a Deluxe Pool Access Room.
Hidden away in a cove surrounded by tropical forest, a stay at the Centara Grand Beach Resort will leave you feeling like you have entered a different world. Arriving by boat is an adventure in itself and there is plenty to do during a stay here. To switch off completely, take a book and lounge on a sun bed on Pai Plong Bay before cooling off in the sea or the swimming pool. Children have their own pool and kids’ club to keep them entertained while you sink into the Jacuzzi or unwind with a treatment at the superb SPA Cenvaree. There are also watersports, fantastic snorkelling opportunities and a well-equipped fitness centre. There’s a great variety of dining options; On The Rocks is right on the beach and has a casual ambience while Hagi Restaurant is a small and intimate, serving up spectacular Japanese cuisine. For international and Asian dishes, choose the Lotus Court Restaurant. The Suan Bua Restaurant is a must for an authentic Thai meal featuring tasty seafood. Deluxe rooms all have a balcony and you can upgrade your garden view for one of the sea. For relaxation, opt for a Spa Deluxe Oceanfacing Room, which not only has its own Jacuzzi but SPA Cenvaree amenities too. If you like the luxury of having your own pool, we recommend the One Bedroom Oceanfacing Pool Villas. There are also a selection of Club rooms that come with additional benefits.
Sink into a beanbag on the beach and watch as a dash of pink sunset illuminates dreamy island silhouettes in the distance. You can easily lose track of time on quiet Tub Kaek Beach so it’s handy that you’re only steps away from your hotel, which is hidden within the tropical trees behind you. The view of distant rocky islands across the sea is one of the resort’s highlights. Thanks to the protection from the islands, the sea is calm and swimmable almost all year round and you can be snorkelling among classic Krabi cliff-backed beaches in a 30-minute transfer to the Hong Islands. The resort’s location and mood are better suited to adults; it’s quiet and blissfully secluded from the tourist-filled areas. There are just a few restaurants down the beach and just minutes away there’s a rewarding, and entirely optional, hiking trail with panoramic views of Krabi. The resort’s two restaurants are both great spots for beachside dining. Choose from classic Thai at The Arundina or tuck into the area’s best Italian food at Di Mare. For absolute relaxation, a session in one of the spectacular spa treatment rooms is a must. An hour-long Thai oil massage melts away every worry, and it’s impossible not to feel at peace when you’re protected in a cocoon-shaped room where dark wooden panels soar upwards to reveal an open skylight at the top. The two-storey villas around the resort are home to the Superior Rooms on the lower floor and Deluxe Rooms on the upper. Each room is designed to be soft and soothing and is complete with a romance-inducing outdoor bathtub so you can share a relaxing soak under the stars. Superior Rooms have a ground-floor terrace so you’re seconds from the freeform pool, while Deluxe Rooms are on the upper floor with bedrooms under a pitched roof and a balcony overlooking the pool. Upgrade to a Sea View Suite to make the most of luxurious desert island surrounds in a standalone villa, with spacious living areas and a porch looking out to the beach.
A resort opening is always an exciting prospect. Throw in the name Banyan Tree and you know that it’s going to be an ultra-luxe retreat with that world-renowned focus on wellness. This 10-acre hideaway is surrounded by unspoilt nature – the lush jungle landscapes of Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park are on the doorstep and the resort backs the delightfully quiet Tubkaek Beach. And then there are the views over to the limestone islands perched out in the Andaman Sea. The architecture and interior design really makes an impression as soon as you step into the grand lobby with its circular waterfall at its centre that cascades down into The Grotto below, and the framed vistas of karst islands ahead of you. A natural spring water stream that flows from the hills behind the jungle-cloaked hills backing the resort has been routed to create an ‘island’ where you’ll find a couple of the resort’s restaurants, the spa, kids’ facilities and the open-air Kredkaew Bar which is just a few steps from the sand. Banyan Tree’s spas are legendary and this resort’s tranquil and ultra-modern wellness retreat, The Rainforest, has all the hallmarks of this respected brand such as holistic treatments using all natural ingredients and therapists who’ve graduated from the highly regarded Spa Academy. Head here for a reviving hydrotherapy experience or signature massage. The resort’s dining options are as unforgettable as its setting, spa and design. There’s the all-day Naga Kitchen where you can sit down to a wide selection of international and Thai dishes, and the open-air signature restaurant, Saffron. The unique and wonderfully romantic Bird’s Nest restaurant is going to be one of the hot tables in Krabi thanks to its setting on platforms above the lush jungle floor, the views out over the glittering sea and the mouth-watering Thai dishes. Each of the resort’s suites and villas feature a salt-water chlorinated pool, jet pool and cool and calming interiors. The tones are light and neutral and the settings range from the jungle to the beachfront. We particularly love the spacious Beachfront Pool Villas with their wrap-around swimming pools, jet pool and large al fresco terrace with sun beds and a dining area. The Two Bedroom Beachfront Pool Villas are set to be a hit with groups and families while the tucked-away Deluxe Garden Pool Suite, Partial Ocean Pool Suite and sea-view Premium Ocean Pool Suite are a fine choice for couples.
Amari Vogue Krabi
Centara Anda Dhevi Resort & Spa
Centara Grand Beach Resort
The Tubkaak Krabi Boutique Resort
Banyan Tree Krabi
