Doran’s Irish Pub
A small open-air Irish bar in Krabi Town where people end up going back every night of their trip.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon 16:00–00:00, Wed–Sun 16:00–00:00
- Carry Your Passport or a Copy
- Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, especially in Bangkok's Thonglor, RCA, and Sukhumvit areas. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Why go, and how to do it well
The kind of bar you drop into once and then keep returning to for the rest of your holiday, going by how many people say exactly that. It sits on Ruamjit Road in Pak Nam, in Krabi Town rather than out by the beaches, and it's open air, so you get the evening warmth and somewhere to smoke and sit rather than a sealed, air-conditioned box.
The pull is the host as much as the drinks. Reviewers keep mentioning the owner coming over for a proper chat about where you've been and what you're doing, which is either exactly what you want after a day on the boats or exactly what you don't. Live music is a regular fixture, singers taking requests, Irish tunes, the sort of night that runs longer than planned. Beer arrives cold in a cold glass, cocktails are in the mix, and if you want a steer, the coffee martini is the one regulars push. Prices get praised often enough that I'd not worry about the bill.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026 · How we check places
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Reviews from Google
Great host/owner who came to talk to us about our travels and life great atmosphere with live music and good selection of drinks and open air bar to smoke and chill would recommend to anyone wanting a nice night out
An excellent bar, great prices, ice cold beer in an ice cold glass, great friendly atmosphere. Been here virtually every evening I have been in Krabi and highly recommend the place.
Great Irish Craic, friendly staff, very welcoming and great Irish music of your choice
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 61 reviews on Google.
1, 34 Ruamjit Rd, Tambon Pak Nam, Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Know the Closing Times
Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.
Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.
Arrange Your Ride Home
Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.
Doran’s Irish Pub: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Doran’s Irish Pub worth visiting?
Doran’s Irish Pub holds a 5.0★ rating from 61 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Krabi.
What are the opening hours of Doran’s Irish Pub?
Doran’s Irish Pub is typically open 16:00-00:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Doran’s Irish Pub?
The best months to visit Krabi are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: June – September (rough Andaman seas).
Where is Doran’s Irish Pub located?
Doran’s Irish Pub is at 1, 34 Ruamjit Rd, Tambon Pak Nam, Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand, in Krabi. Getting around Krabi: Long-tail boats (islands & Railay Beach); Songthaews in Ao Nang.
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