NOMAD Hostel Krabi — Krabi, Thailand

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About the NOMAD Hostel Krabi

NOMAD Hostel is located on Krabi Road in Pak Nam, Muang Krabi, and is a budget-friendly accommodation option for travelers seeking a clean and comfortable base for exploring the Krabi region. The hostel is open 24/7, making it ideal for guests arriving or departing at unusual hours.

Particularly noteworthy are the well-maintained dormitories with privacy curtains, individual reading lamps, and power outlets at each bed – details that experienced hostel travelers appreciate. Bathrooms and showers are separate, and towels are provided free of charge, which is not always the case in this price range. The reception area also serves as a cozy common room where guests can chat over a cup of coffee. The cleanliness of the accommodation is consistently praised by visitors. However, guests should be aware that some rooms may be affected by street noise. Noise-sensitive individuals should therefore bring earplugs or request a quieter room.

The NOMAD Hostel is ideal for solo travelers and backpackers who value good value for money and cleanliness, rather than a lively party atmosphere. Thanks to its location in Krabi Town, rather than directly on the beach, it's a great base for day trips to Railay Beach, the Phi Phi Islands, and other nearby attractions. Early booking is recommended during the high season, which runs roughly from November to April.

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Google reviews

I personally had a fantastic time in Krabi, and I'm sure that wouldn't have been the case without my stay at Nomad Hostel. The large and cozy reception area is perfect for grabbing a coffee in the morning, having a nice chat, or simply relaxing. The rooms are spacious, and the beds with curtains are very comfortable – so you have privacy even in the dorm rooms. The showers are spotless, and there's always hot water. The family who runs the hostel is incredibly kind and helpful. Jay, the daughter, speaks fluent English, so communication is never a problem. Because it's a family-run business, there's a homey atmosphere that you often miss when traveling. I will definitely stay at Nomad again when I'm back in Krabi.

This hostel is nice and clean. The beds have privacy curtains, which is always a plus, and towels are provided free of charge. Each bedroom has a shared bathroom, which was also clean and tidy. I'm only giving it four stars because I had some difficulty communicating with the staff when I asked about the laundry service and the bus connection to Ao Nang. However, I was still able to get my laundry done. Laundry is charged by weight, and 60 baht per kilo for washing, drying, and folding is a good price. I also tried to point out a puddle of water under the bathroom sink, caused by a leak. The woman obviously didn't understand me; she just smiled and waved me off. Despite these minor communication issues, I had a pleasant stay.

Absolutely not recommended. The atmosphere was very strange, I felt unsafe, and the rooms were extremely noisy due to the street noise. A good hotel or hostel offers not only a clean bed and bathroom but also a common room where you can feel comfortable. You won't find that at Nomad Hostel. The atmosphere is strange, gloomy, and oppressive, and I should have left immediately (though I only realized this later). This hostel seems to be stuck in the past; a few years ago it was probably better, more comfortable, and more vibrant. Apparently, there were no other guests; I seemed to be the only one—this seems to happen quite often, as you can read in other reviews. I completely underestimated the impact of this. When I arrived at the agreed-upon check-in time, there was no one at reception, everything was dark—but the front door was open. I had to wait in the sweltering reception area until the owner arrived. There was no one there in the evening, and no one there the next morning either. The atmosphere was eerie. The lobby/common room is messy, hot, and uninviting. There was no refrigerator and no drinking water. The room itself only had a single chair, no shelves or clothes hooks. The bathroom door wouldn't close, which was especially problematic when the room was full, as you could hear everything. The bathroom fixtures were adequate, but the shower desperately needed a thorough cleaning. The shampoo was diluted and unusable; luckily, I had my own. The water pressure in the shower was inadequate; only a trickle came out, and you had to contort yourself to get under the stream, but at least the water was warm. The room faced an extremely noisy street, so it was very noisy at night as well. I slept very poorly. The pillows were extremely high, thick, and firm, and very uncomfortable. I had to pay a 500 baht deposit for the room key. I cannot recommend this hostel. The negative aspects of this place outweigh the positive ones, but at least the bed and mattress were good, the towel was clean, the air conditioning in the room worked, and there was a large locker under the bed.

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46/18 Krabi Road, Pak Nam, Muang Krabi, Krabi 81000, Thailand

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Location is more important than the stars

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Questions about NOMAD Hostel Krabi

The NOMAD Hostel Krabi has a rating of 4.6★ based on 58 Google reviews.

NOMAD Hostel Krabi is open 24 hours a day. You can find the full daily schedule in the location information on this page. Opening hours may vary on Thai public holidays, so please check before your visit on a public holiday.

The best time to visit Krabi is from November to April, as the weather is most stable then. Peak season is from December to February; arriving early in the day generally means fewer visitors. From May to October, travel dates should be carefully considered (rough seas in the Andaman Sea).

The NOMAD Hostel Krabi is located at Krabi Road 46/18, Pak Nam, Muang Krabi, Krabi 81000, Thailand. In Krabi, people usually get around by longtail boat (to the islands and Railay Beach) and songthaews in Ao Nang.

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