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The 10 Best Beaches in Krabi, Ranked

Half this list sits on the Railay peninsula, which means longtail boats and no road access, and most of the rest strings along the Ao Nang coast. Ko Poda is the one I'd single out, an island stop that scores higher than anything else here despite far fewer people rating it. Ranking is by Google rating, with review volume breaking the ties.

10 places4.2–4.8 ratedMost reviewed: Railay West Beach (7,719 reviews)

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1

Railay West Beach

4.5(7,719)2R7P+7RP, Ao Nang, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Krabi

A stunning limestone-framed beach on the Railay Peninsula, accessible only by longtail boat from Ao Nang.

2

Railay Beach

4.4(5,042)Railay Beach, Ao Nang, Krabi, Thailand
Krabi

A boat-access peninsula in Krabi framed by dramatic limestone cliffs, offering fine sand beaches and rock climbing.

3

Klong Muang Beach

4.6(2,716)Unnamed Road Tambon, ตำบล หนองทะเล อำเภอเมืองกระบี่ กระบี่ 81000, Thailand
Krabi

A long, peaceful stretch of white sand in Krabi with karst views, beach amenities, and outstanding sunsets.

4

Ko Poda Beach

4.8(1,926)XRF6+QR, Ao Nang, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Krabi

A compact island off Ao Nang with white sand, turquoise shallows, and striking limestone cliffs.

5

Ao Nang beach

4.4(1,893)2RJC+GM7, Ao Nang, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi 81180, Thailand
Krabi

A lively beachfront hub in Krabi, best known for sunset walks, fire shows, and island-hopping departures.

6

Phra nang Cave Beach

4.7(1,050)Phra nang Cave Beach, Krabi, Thailand
Krabi

A dramatic coastal cove accessible only by sea, framed by towering limestone cliffs, white sand, and a sacred cave shrine.

7

Ao Nam Mao Beach

4.3(1,900)บ้านอ่าวน้ำเมาหรือท่าเรืออ่าวน้ำเมา Tambon Sai Thai, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand
Krabi

A coastal departure point in Krabi serving as the main pier for boat taxis to Railay Beach.

8

Tonsai Beach (Railay)

4.4(765)Tonsai Beach, Ao Nang, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi 81180, Thailand
Krabi

A sheltered Krabi beach framed by limestone cliffs, popular with rock climbers, snorkellers, and island-hoppers.

9

East Railay Bay Beach

4.2(696)2R6R+4GC, Ao Nang, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi 81000, Thailand
Krabi

Dramatic limestone cliffs and a lively beach atmosphere, accessible only by longtail boat from Ao Nang.

10

Noppharat Thara Beach

4.5(303)2QWX+FJ2, Ao Nang, Mueang Krabi District, Krabi 81180, Thailand
Krabi

A peaceful, shaded beach near Ao Nang offering scenic limestone views and a quieter alternative to busier Krabi shores.

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