One of the most beautiful spots in Thailand — the Railay peninsula, cut off from the mainland by soaring limestone cliffs and reachable only by longtail boat, with gorgeous beaches, world-class rock climbing, the famous Phra Nang cave beach and a laid-back, car-free vibe. Stunning, secluded and adventurous; the base for travellers who want jaw-dropping scenery, climbing and a get-away-from-it-all beach paradise. Krabi at its most spectacular. Breathtaking and peaceful.
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€120–290
typical per night in Thailand
You pay for the postcode
One of the pricier addresses in Krabi.
Where it sits
The circle is Railay and roughly a 10-minute walk around it.
How far is everything?
From the middle of this area to the city's headline sights — pick your own on the city page and these become your list.
- The Four Islands tour19 min walk1.6 km
- Ao Nang nightlife8 min taxi2.8 km
- Ao Nang Beach & promenade9 min taxi2.9 km
- Ao Nang (beach)9 min taxi2.9 km
- Krabi Town night market31 min taxi10.4 km
- Tiger Cave Temple47 min taxi15.8 km
- The Hong Islands & lagoon51 min taxi17.0 km
- Phi Phi Islands day trip92 min taxi30.8 km
- Emerald Pool & Hot Springs145 min taxi48.4 km
On your doorstep
What you’re living next to if you stay here.
- 1.Railay Beach — One of the most beautiful beaches on earth — Railay, a stunning peninsula of soft white sand hemmed in by towering limestone cliffs draped in jungle, its emerald water dotted with longtail boats, reachable only by boat. Split into the lively Railay West (gorgeous for sunsets and swimming), the mangrove-fringed Railay East and the show-stopping Phra Nang beach around the headland, it's pure tropical paradise, with climbers scaling the cliffs above. Come for a day or stay over; it's the essential, unforgettable Krabi experience. Simply breathtaking. Don't miss it.
- 5.Rock climbing at Railay — Railay is one of the world's great rock-climbing destinations, and even total beginners can have a go — its sheer limestone cliffs, riddled with pockets and overhangs and rising straight from the beach, offer hundreds of bolted routes with a jaw-dropping backdrop of sea and karsts. Join a half-day beginner course with a local school (no experience needed), clip in and haul yourself up for the exhilaration and the incredible views, or just watch the climbers dangling above Phra Nang beach. A thrilling, only-in-Railay experience. Exhilarating and unforgettable. Go with a reputable guide.
- 8.Phra Nang Cave Beach — Regularly rated one of the most beautiful beaches in the world — Phra Nang, tucked around the headland from Railay, a flawless crescent of soft white sand and glowing turquoise water framed by dramatic cliffs, with rock climbers overhead and a famous cave shrine (the 'Princess Cave') at one end, hung with offerings. Swim in the clear shallow water, laze under the cliffs, snorkel around the rocks, and buy a fresh fruit shake or grilled skewer from the longtail 'boat bars' moored on the sand. Pure, spectacular paradise. Simply stunning. A must for any Krabi trip.
When are you staying?
Booking.com & Airbnb open searched to Railay; flights via Google Flights.