In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 70 guest reviews of Nakamanda Resort and Spa. Guests in the sample highlight Service & staff, Location and The rooms. The most common complaints: Many feel the resort and rooms are dated and need renovating. Several guests found the breakfast sparse or bland for a hotel of this class.
Overlooking the mountain landscapes of Khao Phanom Bencha, the luxurious Nakamanda Resort and Spa is located directly on Klong Muang Beach. Offering an outdoor pool and fitness centre, it also has spacious villas with free Wi-Fi.
Surrounded by mangrove forests and plantations, villas are decorated in a tropical Thai style. Featuring a balcony or terrace, all come with a day bed, satellite TV and tea/coffee maker. Large bathrooms have a plunge bathtub and separate showers.
Nakamanda Resort is a 20-minute drive from Ao Nang Beach and a 40-minute drive from Krabi International Airport. Via speedboat, it is 15 minutes from Hong Island and 1 hour, 45 minutes from Phi Phi Island.
The Naga Spa has beautiful views of the Andaman Sea, and provides rejuvenating beauty treatments. Guests can read a book in the library, arrange day trips at the tour desk, or enjoy scenic strolls by the beach.
The beachfront Kitchen Restaurant serves Thai and Western dishes. English high tea and refreshing cocktails are offered at The Living Bar.
Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 10 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Nakamanda Resort and Spa is a resort for slowing down. It sits right on Klong Muang Beach, with the pool, the bar and the breakfast tables all a few steps from the sand, and the villas are large and comfortable, with deep bathtubs and a balcony or terrace each. Guests describe the mood as peaceful and romantic, and they speak most warmly about the staff, who often add personal touches for special occasions. The Naga Spa and the sea views complete the picture. The setting has its limits. Ao Nang is a 20-minute drive, so evenings tend to be spent at the resort. The site slopes, and reception and the garden villas sit above the pool, which means a fair number of stairs. Some guests also found litter washed up on the beach and a few rooms a little dated. Couples who want quiet days by the sea will feel well looked after; travellers who need nightlife or easy, level access should look elsewhere.
Guests score it 9.2 out of 10 — the average across the 10 hotels we list in Krabi is 9.3.
What Guests Loved
- The resort sits directly on Klong Muang Beach, and guests love having the pool, the bar and well-placed sun loungers all a few metres from the sand. Sea-view rooms are described as stunning.
- The staff are named again and again as a highlight for their friendliness, effort and attention. Several guests mention special touches, such as a room decorated for a wedding anniversary.
Things to Consider
- Several guests found the beach in front of the resort less clean than they expected, with debris washed in by the sea. One guest noted that it drifts in from elsewhere and is not the hotel's doing, but it still affects the view and the swim.
- Reception, the garden villas and the fitness centre are on the upper part of the site, and some guests found the stairs down to the pool and beach tiring.
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Should you book it?
Nakamanda Resort and Spa is worth booking for couples looking for a calm, romantic beach stay — but pick somewhere else if you want to walk to Ao Nang's restaurants and bars, a 20-minute drive away.
Book it if you want
- Couples looking for a calm, romantic beach stay
- Travellers who want a quiet base for boat trips to Hong Island and Phi Phi
Pick somewhere else if
- You want to walk to Ao Nang's restaurants and bars, a 20-minute drive away
- Steps and slopes are difficult for you
What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 70 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +A varied breakfast with plenty of fruit and fresh juice you press yourself
- +Breakfast is served by the beach with a view of the sea
- +Guests enjoyed both the local and the Western dishes
- –Several guests found the breakfast sparse or bland for a hotel of this class
- –Few choices for vegetarians
- –Nothing to eat or drink late in the evening, room service included
”The breakfast was very varied, with something for every taste. Lovely that you could eat it right on the beach.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Friendly, smiling staff from reception to the pool and restaurant
- +Requests such as extra pillows or beach towels are handled gladly
- +Thoughtful touches, like a decorated room for an anniversary
- +Staff take dietary restrictions seriously
- –Little flexibility over an earlier check-in or a change of dates
- –Some found the front desk unhelpful
”The staff are really exceptional, from the front desk to the pool and the restaurant, always smiling and helpful.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +A large pool just above the sea, with loungers looking out over the beach
- +Direct beach access and free kayaks
- +A beautiful stretch of beach right below the resort
- –The tide and stones make the beach less suited to swimming at times
- –Little shade by the pool and loungers set close together
- –Rubbish washes up on the beach and is not always cleared quickly
”A huge, beautiful swimming pool and sun loungers raised above the beach for a relaxing view.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Spacious rooms and villas with generous bathrooms and terraces
- +Big, comfortable beds and views over the sea or the greenery
- +Rooms are kept clean
- –Some rooms feel dated and quite dark
- –Worn mattresses, hard beds and uncomfortable pillows came up
- –Bathrooms showing wear, such as weak water pressure
”Rooms were very spacious and clean.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +Clean, tidy rooms
- +Housekeeping is good, even where the resort shows its age
- –Many feel the resort and rooms are dated and need renovating
- –Maintenance falls short in places, such as the garden, pool area and gym
- –A few guests reported hygiene lapses in their room
”The hotel is worn, old and poorly maintained. The cleaning is good, though.” — guest, translated
Location
- +A beachfront setting with views over the bay and the sunsets
- +Lush, green grounds with plenty of character
- +Small beach restaurants within easy reach
- –The resort is built on a slope with lots of steps between rooms, lobby and beach
- –Quite a way from the town centre
”Ideal location, very beautiful architecture and a view over the bay.” — guest, translated
Noise levels
- +A quiet, peaceful atmosphere
- +A calm place to unwind, also with family
- –A noisy air conditioner in one room
”The whole place feels like a quiet retreat.” — guest, translated
Value for money
- +Some felt the facilities were good for the price
- +Extra pillows and towels came at no extra charge
- –Many felt it was overpriced for its current standard
- –An extra charge for late check-out
- –Wine and extras such as laundry are seen as expensive
”Nice place but expensive for what you get.” — guest, translated
Frequently asked questions
How far is Nakamanda Resort and Spa from the airport?
Nakamanda Resort and Spa is 26 km from Krabi International Airport (KBV).
How far is Nakamanda Resort and Spa from the centre of Krabi?
Nakamanda Resort and Spa is 3.3 km from the centre of Krabi.
How do guests rate Nakamanda Resort and Spa?
On Booking.com it scores 9.2/10 from 779 guest reviews.
How many stars does Nakamanda Resort and Spa have?
Nakamanda Resort and Spa is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Nakamanda Resort and Spa offer?
Nakamanda Resort and Spa offers beachfront, outdoor Swimming Pool, free Wifi, spa, restaurant and bar.
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126 Moo. 3, Tambon Nongtalay, Amphur Muang , 81000 Klong Muang Beach, Thailand