Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi, Pai Plong Bay

Far East
Thailand
Krabi
Pai Plong Bay

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Hayes & Jarvis Rating

Average: 5 (1 vote)

TripAdvisor Review

4735 Reviews

Guide Price £1,549 per person

Based on 10 January 19 departure from London Heathrow flying with Qatar, staying for 7 nights bed and breakfast in a Deluxe Garden View Room (2 adults sharing) including return transfers.

Our guide price gives you an idea of how much to budget for a stay at this hotel. The price will vary based on exchange rates, and your choice of room type, departure date, airline and cabin class, and any additional extras you’d like to add to your holiday.

Luxurious resort overlooking limestone formations and crystal clear waters

Sitting in a secluded bay, the Centara Grand Beach Resort Krabi has a fantastic location complete with views of limestone formations and an extensive expanse of pristine white sands lapped by crystal clear waters. This luxury resort is accessed by a fifteen minute boat and a free shuttle service to Nopparatthara Pier throughout the day.

From the moment you arrive, this aptly named grand resort impresses with it's low rise, Thai style buildings set in lush rainforests and 192 luxuriously appointed rooms and villas. Ideally suited to both couples and families, there is an extensive range of facilities and services available. Here you have access to the resort’s expansive multi-level swimming pool, four restaurants and the Deep BLU Bar & Lounge, the only aquarium bar in the region which is open till late and the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail or nightcap. For those that enjoy activities the hotel’s scuba diving centre allows you to experience the beautiful reefs whilst water lovers will also love kayaking, sailing, windsurfing and snorkelling. After a day of activities, sunbathing or swimming, the Centara Grand Beach Resort Krabi offers you the opportunity to relax at the Spa Cevaree where you can enjoy a host of pampering and relaxing treatments.

For a carefree option, each room gives you the opportunity to upgrade to the Club Benefits Package for a supplement where you will enjoy a variety of benefits including exclusive access to the Club Lounge, afternoon snacks, evening cocktails with canapés' and hors d'oeuvre, private check-in and further discounts on spa treatments within the resort, amongst other benefits.

Hotel Features

Hotel Category

Luxury

Location Type

Beach

General Information

Check-in Time:
15:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
192 rooms

Main Facilities

Fitness facilities
Outdoor pool
Spa facilities
Watersports
Wifi

Accommodation Type

H&J Recommended
Luxury Collection

Board Basis Options

Full Board
Half Board

For Families

Babysitting
Kid's Club
Kid's Pool

Main Facilities

Fitness facilities
Outdoor pool
Spa facilities
Watersports
Wifi

Accommodation Type

H&J Recommended
Luxury Collection

Board Basis Options

Full Board
Half Board

For Families

Babysitting
Kid's Club
Kid's Pool

Location Highlights

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Beach
40 minutes from Krabi airport

4735 Reviews

77% of travellers recommended this hotel

Traveller ratings

Excellent 2554
Very Good 1259
Average 506
Poor 233
Terrible 183

What to Expect

Location
Sleep Quality
Rooms
Service
Value
Cleanliness

Reviews

Feb 19, 2019

Excellent stay on a unique resort

Excellent stay on a unique Beach Resort. Beautiful clean beach, good location for relaxing and enjoying a wide variety of food, drinks and cocktails. Access to resort with speedboat is nice experience. We love this resort and will surely come back!

Feb 13, 2019

Great location, views and food but definitely NOT 5 star!

After reading the fantastic reviews about this resort we booked the Centara for the last 5 days of our honeymoon, expecting a 5 star experience as we had in our previous resorts in Koh Samui and Bangkok, but we have been quite disappointed so far. Whilst our deluxe ocean facing spa pool room has a fabulous view from the balcony, the room is tired and not particularly clean. The spa pool on the balcony is just an empty (un-cleaned) jacuzzi bath that you have to fill yourself as and when you want to use it. I thought it might have been at least pre filled before we arrived... The breakfast is fantastic, huge choice and good food but the service of the staff is poor. None of the staff look happy or seem like they want to help you. Our first night we went to Coast bar for some drinks and waited nearly half an hour for someone to take our order, we had to get up and find someone. We also ate here one night and the service was very slow again. We had great service when we ate in The Grill restaurant though, very attentive and happy, if all the staff were like this it would make such a huge difference! The Monkey Trail into Ao Nang is great to hop over to Ao Nang beach where you can eat and drink for half the price. It is much easier to do this than get the shuttle boat to Nopparat Pier. I would recommend the four island boat tour put on by the hotel, takes you to some beautiful beaches with crystal clear water (the water at Ao Nang beach is not so clear) and the staff that ran this were great. This could be a really amazing resort with its beautiful location, great food and nice pool etc but rooms need updating, the staff service is poor and the 5 star element is certainly missing.

Feb 11, 2019

Great resort, poised on the edge of Paradise!

Sydney, Australia

Having read lots of reviews prior to arriving at Centara Grand Resort and Villas Krabi (CBRK), I was expecting a good hotel, but with a few disappointments along the way. In fact, this is a fantastic hotel, and we had a wonderful 9 days. We were a party of 5; 2 parents, with 3 between 18 and 20. Kate and Pooh were a great help as we finalized our reservations and transfers, and provided me with lots of info about the hotel and restaurants. Firstly, we "nailed" the room selection; we booked a two bedroom villa on the beachfront. It was perfectly appointed, with very comfortable beds, spacious, well appointed bathrooms, and a comfortable lounge/dining room. It was spotless, and Housekeeping kept it that way for the duration of our stay . We took advantage of the BahtBonus, where Centara subsidize your spending on food and beverage, and we found this went a long way to bringing relatively expensive restaurant prices back into line. The food in all outlets could be rated "good" to "outstanding", but we particularly enjoyed Suan Bua for delicious Thai, and COAST, the newly opened bistro located on the beachfront. Breakfast at Lotus was always good, if not great, and Muay and Pop deserve special thanks. I highly recommend you finish breakfast with 2 or 3 "Nuns Farts" with your coffee.... Our villa came with Club privileges, and all 5 of us used it daily. Pre-dinner drinks between 5.30 and 7 was a popular time, and Gabe and I often dropped in for tea or coffee in the afternoon. Again, food was delicious, and the team in the Club all went out of their way to ensure every guest was happy and enjoying their time at the resort. Special thanks to Geena, and Cha Cha for their wonderful care. Great service from Kelvin and JD ensured we were always well hydrated and fed around the pool. The pool itself was a highlight, and we used it many times during our stay. One major annoyance was that guests, many from Europe, seemed to be living back in the '80s, reserving sun lounges with towels at the crack of dawn, then not using them for hours! It does put pool staff under a lot of pressure, unnecessarily. Lots of activities are available, and we tried most! Kayaking was fun, but not enough wind for the hobie! Rak and Tick run the morning yoga, which is a great way to start the day. The day trip to Railay was fun, and very convenient. Diving with Kon-Tiki can only be described as sensational (dive Koh Haa!) Location is out of this world, and coming and going by transfer boat was fun, and no hassle at all. Ao Nang was fun, and similar to many Asian backpacker towns. Proper research will also identify some seriously good restaurants, like Ruan Mai and Jenna's. Tuk tuks are cheap, (but remember to duck as you get on and off; I scalped myself one night....) We walked the Monkey Trail, and found it more fun than scary. You can also walk around the headland in the water at low tide, and we did this too...very quick, and the coolest option. A final, and special thank you to Tangmo, who was always "popping up" to ensure everything was in order. Tangmo seemed to work 25 hours everyday, and her cheerful smile and mischievous personality made her a favorite of us all. Clearly a valued member of the hotel executive team, we owe her special thanks for her help sorting an issue as we were checking out. Would we come again? In a New York minute! If you are just a little bit active, and want good food, a picture postcard setting, and great service by a staff with beaming smiles, you should consider going too.

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Far East
Thailand
Krabi
Pai Plong Bay

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Facilities

Club Benefits

You may choose to add club benefits onto any room type where it is not automatically included. Club benefits include: Private check-in, exclusive access to the club lounge, free internet access at the club lounge, concierge services, an exquisitely plush mattress for a perfect sleep, upgraded in-room amenities, continental buffet breakfast, lunch time snacks, afternoon tea, evening cocktails and canapes and hors d’oeuvre, cordials tea and coffee served all day, complimentary laundry for two pieces per room per day, daily turn down service, complimentary daily newspapers, 10% discount on selected treatments at SPA Cenvaree, preferred reservation service at the hotels’ dining venues and designated facilities. Some benefits may be subject to change. Please call our Destination Specialists for up to date prices.

Swimming Pool and Jacuzzi®

The resort features a swimming pool with Jacuzzi and a separate childrens' swimming pool.

SPA Cenvaree & Beauty Salon

Set amidst natural gardens, surrounded by mountains and white sandy beach, the spa provides a tranquil sanctuary for total rejuvenation and wellness. With rooms overlooking out onto the Pai Pong bay, the decor is themed around water complemented by contemporary Thai design.

Fitness Centre

There is a fitness centre available for you to use at the resort, offering exercise and weight training equipment.

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Thailand
Krabi
Pai Plong Bay

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Room Types

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One Bedroom Beachfront Villa (Club Access)

One Bedroom Beachfront Villa’s come with 96 square meters of elegant separate living space and feature a living and dining area. There is only one of these Beachfront Villa’s available - so booking early is recommended. Enjoy the sweeping ocean views and the direct access to the main pool from your fully furnished terrace. In addition your One Bedroom Beachfront Villa features a luxurious bathroom fitted with a rainfall shower and separate bathtub, whilst choice of king-sized bed or two double beds is available. Access to the Club Lounge and respective benefits are included with this room type.

Club Benefits include:

- Private check-in
- Exclusive lounge access
- Continental buffet breakfast
- Lunch time snacks
- Afternoon tea
- Evening cocktails with canapés and hors d’oeuvre 5.30pm. to 7.00 pm
- Evening cordials
- All day tea and coffee service
- A comfortable luxurious mattress finish for your bed
- Upgrade in-room amenities
- Concierge service
- Complimentary unlimited internet usage in the lobby or library
- Daily turn down service
- Complimentary daily newspaper
- 10% discount at SPA Cenvaree

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Bath
Flatscreen TV
Hairdryer
In Room WiFi
Minibar
Safe
Satellite/Cable TV
Sea View
Separate Shower
Tea & Coffee Facilities
Telephone
Towels included
TV

Spa Deluxe Ocean Facing Room

Spa Deluxe Ocean Facing Room come with 77 square metres of elegant living space and feature a fully furnished balcony with private Jacuzzi® and SPA Cenvaree amenities. There are 50 of these rooms available within the resort and they all overlook the ocean. The bathroom comes with a rainfall shower and separate bathtub, while a choice of king-sized bed or two double beds is available.

For additional comfort, you can upgrade to receive club benefits.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Bath
Flatscreen TV
Hairdryer
In Room WiFi
Minibar
Safe
Satellite/Cable TV
Sea View
Separate Shower
Tea & Coffee Facilities
Telephone
Towels included
TV
Whirlpool in room

Spa Deluxe Garden View Room

Spa Deluxe Garden View Rooms come with 77 square metres of elegant living space and feature a fully furnished balcony with private Jacuzzi® and SPA Cenvaree amenities. There are only 9 of these rooms available within the resort which overlook the garden. The bathroom comes with a rainfall shower and separate bathtub, while a choice of king-sized bed or two double beds is available.

For additional comfort, you can upgrade to receive club benefits.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Bath
Flatscreen TV
Hairdryer
In Room WiFi
Minibar
Safe
Satellite/Cable TV
Separate Shower
Tea & Coffee Facilities
Telephone
Towels included
TV
Whirlpool in room

Premium Deluxe Ocean Facing Room

Premium Deluxe Ocean Facing Rooms come with 77 square metres of elegant living space and feature a fully furnished living and dining balcony overlooking the ocean. The bathroom comes with a rainfall shower and separate bathtub while a choice of king-sized bed or two double beds is available.

For additional comfort, you can upgrade to receive club benefits.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Bath
Flatscreen TV
Hairdryer
In Room WiFi
Minibar
Safe
Satellite/Cable TV
Sea View
Separate Shower
Tea & Coffee Facilities
Telephone
Towels included
TV

Deluxe Ocean Facing Room

Deluxe Ocean Facing Rooms come with 72 square metres of elegant living space and feature a living and dining balcony area with views of the ocean. There are only 26 of these rooms available within the resort and the bathroom comes with a rainfall shower and separate bathtub, while a choice of king-sized bed or two double beds is available.

For additional comfort, you can upgrade to receive club benefits.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Bath
Flatscreen TV
Hairdryer
In Room WiFi
Minibar
Safe
Satellite/Cable TV
Sea View
Separate Shower
Tea & Coffee Facilities
Telephone
Towels included
TV

Deluxe Garden View

Deluxe Garden View Rooms come with 72 square metres of elegant living space and feature a living and dining balcony area with views of the garden. There are only 28 of these rooms available within the resort and the bathroom comes with a rainfall shower, separate bathtub, while a choice of a king-sized bed or two double beds is available.

For additional comfort, you can upgrade to receive club benefits.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Bath
Flatscreen TV
Hairdryer
In Room WiFi
Minibar
Safe
Satellite/Cable TV
Separate Shower
Tea & Coffee Facilities
Telephone
Towels included
TV

Far East
Thailand
Krabi
Pai Plong Bay

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Food & Drink

On The Rocks

This casual bar and grill restaurant overlooks the beautiful ocean and is open throughout the day serving drinks, snacks and tasty meals.

Hagi Restaurant

Offering live cooking and fine Japanese cuisine, Hagi offers a wide selection of appetising Japanese delicacies such as sashimi, sushi, Teppanyaki and Sukiyaki hot pot. This is a small and intimate restaurant, so we would recommend booking in advance to secure a table.

Lotus Court Restaurant

The Lotus Court Restaurant is the resorts main restaurant. Here you can enjoy a sumptuous buffet breakfast, international and Asian delights throughout the day while being surrounded by lush greenery. Vegetarian options are readily offered, and stunning liquid nitrogen ice-creams are featured.

Suan Bua Restaurant

Overlooking the beautiful azure ocean and white sands, the Rim Saai Restaurant offers idyllic settings in which to enjoy mouth-watering Thai cuisine and sea-food dishes.

Deep BLU Bar & Lounge

Deep BLU Bar & Lounge is the only aquarium themed bar in the region, open till late it is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail or a nightcap.

Board Basis Options

Full Board:

Lunch and dinner may be taken in the Lotus Court (international) or On the Rocks (Beach Club). Dinner is also available in Suan Bua (Thai restaurant).

Half Board:

Dinner may be taken in Lotus Court Restaurant (international), On the Rocks (Beach Club) and Suan Bua (Thai).

Half Board Plus:

Dinner may be taken in Lotus Court Restaurant (international), On the Rocks (Beach Club) and Suan Bua (Thai). This package will also include local beers, whiskey ( Ballentine brand), house wine and soft drinks and 3 hours during your meal.

Far East
Thailand
Krabi
Pai Plong Bay

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Family Friendly Facilities

Kids Club – Camp Safari & E-Zone

At Camp Safari, all kids aged four through to nine can participate in many activities.The E-Zone offers the latest entertainment in a separate environment for older children between 10 and 17 years of age to chill, play or relax.

Far East
Thailand
Krabi
Pai Plong Bay

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Special Offers

Exclusive commercial

Exclusive spa & dinner offer

Book before 28th February 2019 and receive one complimentary one hour spa treatment (off peak, Thai or Aroma) and one set dinner per person, during your stay.

When you stay seven nights or longer.

Travelling

Wednesday, May 1, 2019 to Friday, December 20, 2019

Offer ends in 9 days

Far East
Thailand
Krabi
Pai Plong Bay

TripAdvisor Reviews

4735 Reviews

77% of travellers recommended this hotel

Traveller ratings

Excellent 2554
Very Good 1259
Average 506
Poor 233
Terrible 183

What to Expect

Location
Sleep Quality
Rooms
Service
Value
Cleanliness

Reviews

Feb 19, 2019

Excellent stay on a unique resort

Feb 13, 2019

Great location, views and food but definitely NOT 5 star!

Feb 11, 2019

Great resort, poised on the edge of Paradise!

Sydney, Australia

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Hotel

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Hayes & Jarvis Rating

TripAdvisor Review

Luxurious resort overlooking limestone formations and crystal clear waters

Hotel Features

Hotel Category

Location Type

General Information

Main Facilities

Accommodation Type

Board Basis Options

For Families

Main Facilities

Main Facilities

Accommodation Type

Accommodation Type

Board Basis Options

Board Basis Options

For Families

For Families

Location Highlights

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Traveller ratings

What to Expect

Reviews

Excellent stay on a unique resort

Great location, views and food but definitely NOT 5 star!

Best resort ever

Great resort, poised on the edge of Paradise!

Lovely hotel

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Facilities

Club Benefits

Swimming Pool and Jacuzzi®

SPA Cenvaree & Beauty Salon

Fitness Centre

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Room Types

One Bedroom Beachfront Villa (Club Access)

Spa Deluxe Ocean Facing Room

Spa Deluxe Garden View Room

Premium Deluxe Ocean Facing Room

Deluxe Ocean Facing Room

Deluxe Garden View

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Food & Drink

On The Rocks

Hagi Restaurant

Lotus Court Restaurant

Suan Bua Restaurant

Deep BLU Bar & Lounge

Board Basis Options

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Family Friendly Facilities

Kids Club – Camp Safari & E-Zone

Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villas Krabi

Special Offers

Exclusive spa & dinner offer

TripAdvisor Reviews

Traveller ratings

What to Expect

Reviews

Excellent stay on a unique resort

Great location, views and food but definitely NOT 5 star!

Best resort ever

Great resort, poised on the edge of Paradise!

Lovely hotel

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