Phi Phi Islands

Travel Guide
Maya Bay featuring forest scenes and a garden as well as an individual male
For snorkeling in clear waters, sunbathing on wide beaches or simply relaxing, thisisland group in the Andaman Sea is unmatched.

Enjoy vacationing in the Phi Phi Islands, a beautiful tropical setting in the ocean between Phuket and Krabi. Stay on the large northerly island of Phi Phi Don and ride a long-tail boat for trips to Phi Phi Leh and other uninhabited islands.

Phi Phi Don is a fun destination with numerous beaches and places to meet friends for food, drinks and partying at the end of the day. By definition, everything is within walking distance, as the island does not allow cars. Stay in Tonsai Village, which is on a narrow isthmus connecting east and west sides of the island. Most boats arrive at the Ao Tonsai Pier here. Besides beaches on both sides of this narrow strip of land, Monkey Beach to the northwest is also beautiful and easy to get to on foot or by boat.

More places with lodgings, restaurants and bars include the island’s northwestern Loh Ba Kao Bay area and Long Beach in the south. Hiking and rock climbing are other popular activities.

These Andaman Sea islands are known for excellent snorkeling and diving. The warm blue water is clear, providing great viewing of tropical fish, turtles and other marine animals feeding on the surrounding coral reef. The southern island of Phi Phi Leh is particularly popular for diving. The Leonardo DiCaprio movie The Beach was filmed here on Maya Bay. Pi Leh Bay, a narrow cove between limestone cliffs, is one of the most popular for snorkeling, occasionally becoming overcrowded. Head north by long-tail boat to Viking Cave, where you’ll discover unusual Scandinavian wall paintings and swiftlet nests, which are harvested to be sold for the making of bird’s nest soup.

The northernmost landmass is Bamboo Island, part of a national park and open to tent camping. Reach the islands from Phuket or Krabi in about 90 minutes by ferry or 45 minutes by speedboat. With Phi Phi Islands’ equatorial setting, temperatures are hot year round. November to April have the driest conditions.

SAii Phi Phi Island Village
SAii Phi Phi Island Village
5 out of 5
49 Moo 8, Ko Phi Phi, Krabi
The price is CA $164 per night from May 25 to May 26
CA $164
CA $198 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Ko Phi Phi. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Quiet resort
"Quiet secluded resort on northern end of Phi Phi Don. Boat ride away from nice beaches and snorkeling. Cute, comfortable, private bungalows for rooms. Low tides are extreme, so swimming is limited to high tide. Note that none of the resort restaurants have AC - they are all open-air, so if there ..."

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

SAii Phi Phi Island Village
PP Princess Resort
PP Princess Resort
3.5 out of 5
103, Muang, Ko Phi Phi, Krabi
The price is CA $172 per night from May 17 to May 18
CA $172
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Ko Phi Phi. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Maya Bay and Maya Beach are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (562 reviews)
"Great location. Can be a bit too noisy for some."

Reviewed on May 4, 2024

PP Princess Resort
Phi Phi Banyan Villa
Phi Phi Banyan Villa
3 out of 5
129 Moo 7, Aonang, Ton Sai Bay, Ko Phi Phi
The price is CA $65 per night from May 12 to May 13
CA $65
CA $79 total
includes taxes & fees
May 12 - May 13
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Ko Phi Phi. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (895 reviews)
"Very centrally located with lots of things to do. Hotel was quiet and a nice place to relax or get to a longboat to view the other islands. Less than 5 minutes from the pier."

Reviewed on May 3, 2024

Phi Phi Banyan Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Villa 360
Villa 360
4 out of 5
58 Moo 8 Ao-nang, Muang, Ko Phi Phi, Krabi
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly villa in Ko Phi Phi. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Tonsai Pier and Maya ...
8/10 Very Good! (188 reviews)
Nice but never stay here. It’s a pain to get to
"The room was nice. Nothing special. Hard bed(which I like) very nice view from my room of the ocean. Now here are the downfalls, which for these reasons I would not stay here again or recommend anyone to stay there. The hotel is far from the port, which means you need to take a water taxi which is ..."

Reviewed on Feb. 11, 2024

Villa 360
Andakiri Pool Villa Panoramic Sea View
Andakiri Pool Villa Panoramic Sea View
4 out of 5
233 Soi Thanon Klong Hang, Moo 3, Aonang Sub-district, Muang District, Krabi, Krabi
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly villa in Krabi. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ao Nang Beach and Nopparat ...
9/10 Wonderful! (183 reviews)
"We spent our honeymoon at Andakiri and it was an amazing experience! Amazing service, wonderful views, and it was my pleasure getting to know the employees as they are the most friendly! I absolutely loved everything! They booked the motorcycle for us. They got our laundry done! It was the best decision ..."

Reviewed on Feb. 22, 2024

Andakiri Pool Villa Panoramic Sea View
Pimann Buri Pool Villas Ao Nang Krabi - SHA Plus
Pimann Buri Pool Villas Ao Nang Krabi - SHA Plus
4 out of 5
618 Moo 2, Ao Nang Sub-District, Krabi, Krabi
Stay at this 4-star villa in Krabi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Ao Nang Beach and West Railay Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
Boutique villa in Krabi
"We stayed for 3 nights in a 2 bedroom villa with pool. The villa was clean and large. There is complimentary snacks and water which get re-stocked every day. The villas are situated away from the main drag but the complimentary shuttle which is available anytime is only a 10 minute ride away. The ..."

Reviewed on Feb. 7, 2024

Pimann Buri Pool Villas Ao Nang Krabi - SHA Plus
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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