Sunrise Tropical Reviews

After arriving at Krabi Airport from Bangkok, there is no other way of getting to the accommodation other than a local taxi, we were charged a fixed rate of B600 to Ao Nang. We had decided to stay on Railay Beach which also meant a longboat ride from Ao Nang beach B60 per person. Note, this does mean you will get your feet wet at both ends.

The approach to Railay is fantastic with sheer cliffs above golden sandy beaches, the trip only takes around 10 minutes. Once on Railay it is no problem finding the hotel as nowhere is more than a 5 minute walk. Sunrise Tropical is located on Railay East which is more of a working beach with longtails pulling in and out frequently, but Railey West and Ao Phra Nang are only a 5 minute walk away. It is a very good property with huge bungalows nicely situated in well kept gardens. The restaurant is also very good although a little expensive compared to most places, but breakfast was fine but nothing too special with omelettes and other Western food available along with a couple of Thai dishes. All of the staff were very friendly and were there whenever we needed anything or had any queries. The only problem I had was that I felt a little claustrophobic on Railay, especially after dark as the longtails stopped running, there were plenty of places to eat but nowhere stood out as somewhere to go back to. With hindsight I'd probably have prefered to stay in Ao Nang and visit Railay for the day.

One day we took a longtail to Krabi Town which was great, everything was so cheap but beware, the last longtail returns to Railay at dusk and they charge you for the priveledge of taking it. You are okay if there a few people waiting as they want to charge B1000 for the trip but the day we went was quite rainy and dull overhead and there were only 3 of us there, we eventually got it for B150 each as having been in Thailand for a while we were quite good a haggling by this stage but they were pretty good too!!! Would recommend a visit to Krabi Town just to get a feel for real Thailand but go a little earlier in the day and don't get the last longtail back.

Also took a trip sea kayaking to Ao Thalin (not sure of the spelling). This was a good trip and not too tough on the arms as it was around mangroves with just a little bit actually in the open sea. One tip here is to wear plenty of insect repellant, obvious I know but we forgot...and paid the price that evening!!!