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Luxury Villa Rentals in Krabi
Villas among limestone cliffs and island-strewn seas, from Railay and Ao Nang to Koh Lanta and Ko Jum
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Limestone, longtails and the Andaman Sea
Krabi is a province built of limestone. Grey and ochre towers of rock rise out of the mangroves and rubber plantations, and offshore they carry on as scores of islands scattered across the Andaman Sea. It is southern Thailand at its most theatrical, yet the pace is easy: longtail boats rather than traffic, fishing villages where the call to prayer drifts over the water, and curries with a proper southern kick.
Our Krabi collection runs to 60+ villas, from hillside and garden villas on Koh Lanta and resort suites above its southern bays to houses near Ao Nang and on Railay, which you can only reach by boat.
What follows is a guide to the coast and islands, and to the months worth planning around.
Krabi at a glance
- Villas
- 60+ across the province, with up to 5 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,100 to £5,800 a week, from around £1,500
- Best areas
- Railay and Ao Nang, Koh Lanta, and Ko Jum and Ko Siboya for island village life
- Best time
- November to April, the dry season; May to October is greener, wetter and quieter
- Getting there
- Krabi airport, connecting via Bangkok or another hub; Ao Nang is around 30 minutes away
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Villa Dok Mai Thailand2 bedrooms
Villa Kiet Thailand2 bedrooms
Villa Chet Thailand2 bedrooms
Villa Bun Ma Thailand2 bedroomsWhere to stay in Krabi
Railay for cliffs and beaches reached only by boat, Ao Nang and Nong Thale for an easy mainland base, Koh Lanta for long beaches and a slower pace, and Ko Jum and Ko Siboya for village island life.
Cliffs, climbers and a longtail ride
Railay sits on a peninsula cut off from the mainland by limestone cliffs, so the only way in is by boat, usually a longtail from Ao Nang. That one fact shapes the whole place: no through roads, sand underfoot, and climbers roped to the rock faces above the beach. Phra Nang beach, at the southern tip, has a cave shrine heaped with offerings to a sea princess said to watch over fishermen.
Ao Nang, around the headland, is the easy mainland base, with restaurants, a beachfront promenade and boats out to the Hong Islands, Ko Poda and Phi Phi. Further north, in Nong Thale, the beaches of Klong Muang and Tubkaek are quieter still. The Tiger Cave Temple, 1,260 steps up a limestone peak outside Krabi Town, is best climbed early, before the heat.
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A long island with a slower pulse
Koh Lanta is long and unhurried. A string of sandy bays runs down its west coast and grows emptier the further south you go, with Kantiang Bay among the finest near the southern end and a national park at the tip, where a lighthouse stands above the rocks. Sala Dan, in the north, is the port, and the place for a seafood supper by the pier.
The Old Town on the east coast is the island's best surprise: wooden shophouses on stilts over the water, left over from its days as a trading stop. From Krabi airport it takes around two hours by road, including a short car ferry, and in the dry season passenger boats also run from Krabi and Ao Nang.
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Rubber, mangroves and very little else
South of Krabi Town, the Nuea Khlong coast is a quieter world of mangroves, rubber plantations and fishing villages. It is also the jumping-off point for two islands most visitors never see. Ko Siboya and Ko Jum are largely Muslim and mostly rural, and both are reached by short boat crossings from the mainland piers.
Siboya is about ten kilometres long, with rubber trees covering around a third of it and mud flats that fill with tiny crabs at low tide. Ko Jum is larger, with the forested hill of Khao Pu rising at its northern end. You do not come here for sights. You come for long, empty days, and they suit guests who want privacy above all else.
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Yellow curry, calm seas and the monsoon
Southern Thai cooking is hotter and sharper than the food of Bangkok. Look out for kaeng lueang, a sour yellow curry of fish and vegetables, squid and crab grilled on the beach, and in the Muslim villages khao mok gai, a spiced chicken rice. Krabi Town's weekend walking street market is the place to graze.
The dry season runs from roughly November to April, when the sea is calm and every boat is running, and Christmas and New Year are the busiest weeks. From May to October the southwest monsoon brings rain and rougher water. Some boat services stop and a few restaurants close, but the countryside turns green and the beaches empty. Our concierge can arrange boat charters, cooking lessons and transfers.
Ask our conciergeFeatured villas in Krabi
Villa Rafik Thailand2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £6,694 a week
Rent Pavilion Suite Pimalai Thailand1 bedrooms · sleeps 3From £6,496 a week
Rent Pavilion Suite Pimalai II Thailand2 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £6,300 a week
Mystic Villa Thailand2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £6,039 a week
Villa Saburi Thailand2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £6,036 a week
Rent Garden Suite Pimalai Thailand1 bedrooms · sleeps 3From £5,754 a week
Rent Beachside Pimalai II Thailand2 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £5,733 a week
Phra Nang Krabi: 1-Bedroom Luxury Villa – Krabi Thailand1 bedrooms · sleeps 3From £5,612 a weekWhy book your Krabi villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Krabi's villas are spread between the mainland, Railay and several islands, each with its own boat and ferry arrangements, and we know which are easiest with children, which need a longtail to reach and which stay quiet in the rains. With 60+ properties in Krabi, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Airport transfers, longtail and speedboat charters, island days to the Hong Islands and Phi Phi, climbing guides at Railay, Thai cooking lessons and restaurant tables in Ao Nang. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay in Krabi?
Railay suits those who want cliffs, climbing and beaches reached only by boat. Ao Nang and Nong Thale make an easy mainland base with restaurants and island boats close by. Koh Lanta is best for long beaches and a slower pace, and Ko Jum and Ko Siboya for complete quiet.
When is the best time to visit Krabi?
November to April is the dry season, with calm seas and all boat services running. December and January are the busiest months. May to October brings the southwest monsoon, with more rain and rougher seas, but it is quieter and greener.
Can you reach Railay by car?
No. Railay is cut off from the mainland by limestone cliffs, so everyone arrives by boat, usually a longtail from Ao Nang. Our concierge can arrange the boat and help with luggage.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Krabi?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Krabi cost?
Across our 60+ villas in Krabi, weekly rates typically range from £2,100 to £5,800, with the most affordable from around £1,500 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
How do I get to Krabi from the UK?
Fly to Krabi airport with a connection, usually via Bangkok or another hub. Ao Nang is around 30 minutes from the airport, and Koh Lanta around two hours including a short car ferry. Our concierge can arrange private transfers and boats.
Are there villas in Krabi for large groups?
Yes. Our Krabi collection includes properties with up to 5 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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