Modern hostel with stylish design overlooking Krabi River. Rooftop terrace with views, clean facilities, and helpful staff organizing tours to islands and beaches make it excellent value.
The Pier Hostel is a riverfront hostel on Maharat Road in the Pak Nam area of Mueang Krabi district, on the eastern bank of the Krabi River close to the commercial centre of Krabi Town. The location is intentionally different from Ao Nang's beach-resort strip: Krabi Town is the administrative and transportation hub of the province, home to the night market on Khong Kha Road, sea kayak tour operators, and long-tail boat departures for Koh Lanta and Tiger Cave Temple excursions. The hostel's riverfront position provides views of the dramatic limestone karst outcroppings rising above the mangroves on the far bank — a scenically distinctive backdrop for a budget property. The building is a converted shophouse with whitewashed renders and modern timber finishes, opened in the mid-2010s as part of a wave of design-led hostel development in Thai secondary cities. Accommodation includes mixed dorms in four and six-bed configurations, as well as private double and twin rooms. A rooftop terrace serves as the main communal space, with hammocks, beanbags, and wide views across the Krabi River to the jungle beyond. A small café serves breakfast and coffee. Staff are consistently praised for knowledge of local transport connections: ferry schedules to Koh Lanta, minibus connections to Surat Thani and Phuket, and which Ao Nang tour operators are most reliable for independent travellers.
Amenities
- rooftop terrace
- river views
- free WiFi
- tours
- lockers
- common area
Location
71/1-2 Maharat Road, Pak Nam, Mueang Krabi 81000
8.0608, 98.9178 View on map
Highlights
- Riverfront hostel overlooking the dramatic limestone karst cliffs above the Krabi River mangroves
- Rooftop terrace with hammocks and panoramic views across the river and jungle
- Located in Krabi Town for authentic local market and street food access
- Staff expertise in local transport connections and independent travel logistics across the province
- Short walk to Krabi Town's Khong Kha Road Night Market for fresh seafood and local produce
Tips for visiting
- The Khong Kha Night Market runs Friday to Sunday evenings — plan arrival around these days for the best Krabi Town food experience
- Long-tail boats to Railay Beach depart from the Chao Fah pier, about 800 metres south — the hostel can advise on shared departures
- The Tiger Cave Temple viewpoint (Wat Tham Suea) involves a 1,237-step climb and should be attempted in early morning or late afternoon before heat peaks
- Ao Nang is 20 minutes by songthaew from Krabi Town — the hostel team will direct guests to the departure point on the main road
- A rooftop sunset over the limestone karsts directly across the river is memorable; take the stairs to the terrace around 6pm
Accessibility
The hostel is housed in a multi-storey converted shophouse with no elevator; all upper floors including the rooftop terrace are accessed by stairs. The property is not suitable for wheelchair users. Guests with mobility limitations are advised to confirm ground-floor private room availability directly with the hostel before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is The Pier Hostel from Ao Nang Beach?
Ao Nang is approximately 18 kilometres from Krabi Town, reachable by songthaew or minibus in about 20-25 minutes. The hostel can direct guests to the departure point.
Is the hostel close to the ferry pier for Koh Lanta?
Passenger ferries for Koh Lanta depart from the Klong Jilad pier in Krabi Town, approximately 1 kilometre from the hostel. The journey to Koh Lanta takes around 2 hours.
Does the hostel organise tours?
Yes, the front desk team books tours to Railay Beach, the Four Islands, and sea canoe mangrove kayaking programmes. Independent travellers also receive advice on arranging trips directly.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in is from 2pm and check-out is at noon. The hostel stores luggage for early arrivals and late departures.
Is there a laundry service?
A self-service laundry is available in the building. The front desk can also arrange drop-off laundry with a local service for same-day or next-day return.