8 Palm Villa
Nestled in the Ao Nang area of Krabi, 8 Palm Villa offers a collection of private villas designed with larger groups and families in mind. Surrounded by lush mountain and natural scenery, the property delivers a strong sense of seclusion while remaining just a short drive from the beaches and amenities of downtown Ao Nang. The villas are modern, well-maintained, and come equipped with private pools, making them a practical and comfortable base for group travel in southern Thailand. Guests consistently highlight the thoughtful layout of the villas, which cater comfortably to groups of ten or more across multiple units. The facilities are well-suited to self-catering and social gatherings, with previous guests having hosted large BBQs and celebratory events on-site. Staff are noted as attentive and readily available, adding a level of service that complements the privacy-focused setup. On the practical side, the front office operates Monday through Saturday from 09:00 to 17:00, so prospective guests are advised to coordinate arrivals, enquiries, and any special arrangements within those hours. Taxis to the main Ao Nang strip take roughly ten minutes, keeping the villa convenient without sacrificing its peaceful atmosphere. Groups planning a stay around a special occasion or reunion would benefit from booking well in advance, as the multi-villa configuration makes it a popular choice for travellers seeking an exclusive, shared experience in Krabi.
Experience hints
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Visitor Reviews
This villa is designed for group gatherings and they have genuinely thought of everything. We stayed as a family of 10 adults in villa 2 and 3 and it felt like we had won the lottery. It has two pools, two gorgeous living areas (one of which now has AC so the previous reviews mentioning lack of this have been addressed), and each bedroom has its own lovely bathroom. There is an on-site office with yoga mats, games and anything else you may need. The manager Snowy is absolutely brilliant and helped me to organise a private chef, laundry, ordering baked goods and so much more. Anything you need, she is simply a WhatsApp message away! They provide Netflix, toiletries, umbrellas, beach towels, bug spray, first aid kit, pool toys and games. Finally shout out to Phinn who drove us to the shop several times on the three-wheeler Tuk Tuk!
If you’re looking for luxury in Krabi, with privacy, great facilities, great staff and a short ride to downtown Ao Nang Beach then this is the place for you! We enjoyed our own private villa and pool that gave us the freedom to either lay around, swim and relax or spend the day with all the tourists down at the beach. The staff (led by Snowy) were awesome and would help with everything, which made the 5 days we spent there even better than staying at a hotel. Very much recommend this property!!
8 Palm Villa is incredible. The location is amazing, the sense of serenity is perfect for holiday and there are stunning mountain and nature views surrounding. Not to mention it is just a short drive to main areas such as Ao Nang Beach. The villas themselves are thoughtfully laid out, very spacious and clean. The staff are extremely accomodating and friendly. It truely is the perfect place to stay with family and friends. My family and I will be definetly be staying here again!
Location Info
311 Klong Son Soi 2 Tambon Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand+66 83 829 90978palmvillakrabi.com/Tips for Visiting Hotels & Resorts
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May–June and September–October offer dramatic discounts (30–50% off peak rates) with fewer crowds. Weather is mixed but rarely a washout — afternoon showers clear quickly.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough Andaman seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – February
Getting there
Krabi Airport (KBV) has direct flights from Bangkok (1.5 hrs). Ferries connect to Koh Lanta, Koh Phi Phi, and Phuket. Bus/minivan from Phuket takes ~3 hrs.
Getting around
- •Long-tail boats (islands & Railay Beach)
- •Songthaews in Ao Nang
- •Grab (limited, mainly Ao Nang)
- •Motorbike rental