Railay Beach – A Very Quick Travel Guide

One of the most breathtaking beaches in Thailand, Railay Beach boasts stunning white sands, azure blue waters and towering limestone cliffs. It’s a must-see if you like being on the beach

Railay Beach, Krabi, Thailand.
Railay Beach, Krabi, Thailand.

Railay is a peninsula of the mainland, but it feels like an island since it can only be reached by boat. It boasts a couple of incredibly beautiful beaches and an interior that looks like a fantasy film set with rocky limestone cliffs rearing dramatically skywards, inland lagoons and hidden caves. Moreover, while it feels very secluded and like a real hidden beach paradise, Railay is nearby to Ao Nang which has great connections to the rest of Thailand.

There are no vehicles here and everywhere is walkable. Even though it is now popular it remains very peaceful indeed. Nor does it have any of the bustle of a big resort area.

Here is our very quick guide to help you orientate yourself and decide where to stay and what to do on Railay Beach.

Railay Beach Beaches

Railay Beach is actually two beaches, Railay West and Railay East, with nearby Tonsai Bay as well. Each one has its own atmosphere

Things To Do At Railay Beach

Doing nothing is the main occupation at Railay Beach, but there are several things to do on Railay Beach for the more adventurous

Railay Beach Hotels – Where To Stay

Railay Beach is small but popular so there’s several hotels and guesthouses to choose from

Railay. Krabi. Thailand.
Railay. Krabi. Thailand.

Railay Beach Daytrips

A short hop from Ao Nang, Railay Beach is a daytrip destination in its own right and has easy access to Koh Phi Phi and other nearby islands

How To Get To Railay Beach

Ao Nang is the gateway into Railay Beach, and from there numerous travel options to get to Railay Beach await

Railay Beach Map

See the layout of Railay East and Railay West and where they are located in relation to nearby Ao Nang

Railay. Krabi. Thailand.
Railay. Krabi. Thailand.

Railay Beach Nightlife

More about peace and quiet rather than party central, Railay has a few after dark spots for those who want to have a few drinks on the beach under the stars

Places To Eat In Railay Beach

Railay has fairly limited food options, but there are several places worth checking out for the best eats

Railay Beach Travel Guide

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