Deluxe Pavilion
Couples using the resort as their base
A two-storey pavilion with the bedroom upstairs and living space below. This category does not include a private pool.
Railay & Phra Nang
Rayavadee Hotel
Rooms, location and the practical tradeoffs to consider before booking.
Railay & Phra Nang, Krabi 5-star hotel94 pavilions and 7 villas Boat transfer required
The short answer
Is Rayavadee right for your Krabi trip?
Rayavadee is a luxury resort on Krabi's Phranang Peninsula, set between Railay and Phra Nang beaches. Its tropical setting is the reason to stay, but the boat transfer and resort-focused location should be part of the decision rather than an afterthought.
Choose Rayavadee for a special-occasion stay where the natural setting and the resort itself are central to the trip. Choose Ao Nang instead if easy road access, nightlife and a wide choice of walkable restaurants matter more.
Best for
- Honeymoons and special occasions
- Travellers prioritising Krabi's limestone scenery
- Resort stays with easy access to Railay and Phra Nang
- Families booking one of the dedicated family categories
Consider another base if
- You need direct road access throughout the stay
- You plan to spend most evenings in Ao Nang
- A broad choice of inexpensive restaurants is important
- You only need a practical base for daily mainland excursions
Room guide
Which Rayavadee room should you choose?
The category changes the layout and whether a private pool is included. Compare the room name on the booking site before confirming.
Terrace Pavilion
Extra outdoor living space
A pavilion with an open ground-floor living area and a furnished outdoor terrace. It does not include a private pool.
Pool Pavilion
Couples wanting a private pool
Adds a 3 x 8 metre private pool within a landscaped tropical garden.
Family Pavilion
Families needing a second bedroom
Adds a ground-floor bedroom with two queen beds to the two-storey pavilion layout.
Family Pavilion with Pool
Families wanting space and a private pool
A 167 square metre two-bedroom pavilion with a 3 x 8 metre freshwater pool in an enclosed garden.
Private villas
Larger groups and high-end celebration stays
The villa collection uses several distinct layouts, bedroom counts and pool arrangements. Compare the named villa carefully before booking.
Before booking
Details worth checking
- 1. Confirm the named room category because the Deluxe and Terrace Pavilions do not include private pools.
- 2. Share arrival details with the resort in advance so the road and boat transfer can be coordinated.
- 3. Allow for a boat journey whenever arriving, departing or moving between the resort and the road network.
- 4. Check the hotel's current operational notices if any facilities are important to your stay.
- 5. Check current inclusions and transfer terms with the booking provider for your specific rate.
Room and arrival information was reviewed against the hotel's published accommodation and transfer information in 2026. Current rates, inclusions and availability are controlled by the booking provider.
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