Sand Sea Resort

We’re returning guests. This hotel isn’t perfect (breakfast is poor and rooms a little rustic) but we returned as it’s a fab location with three lovely pools within walking distance of all railays best bits. However this year a coffee shop has opened on the front and it’s relentless. Hoards of people outside it / taking selfies / walking round pool to shower off before going inside. It needs roping off somehow as they keep coming into the pool area to nose around and literally have no shame posing for photos with their drinks right next to your sun lounger. It no longer feels like the hidden slice of peace in the midst of the day trippers as they all come traipsing round the pool! There’s a token sign but it’s ignored. Not sure yet if we’d come back again a 3rd time

The hotel has a prime position. The reception is on the East Coast so if you're coming from a ferry then hotel is next to the floating pier. The hotel then runs from east to west with 3 pools, the main one being on the west side where the stunning beach is. When we arrived late afternoon we were excited to see sunbeds overlooking the beach. This soon disappeared when we went to breakfast the next morning as every sunbed around the main pool and overlooking the beach had a towel on them though only a handful had a body sat on them. Management really should do something about this. All the staff we met were friendly and courteous though as it is such a huge hotel we didn't get to know any of them. Breakfast was good, only disappointment was that fresh fruit was limited. We chose the cheapest level of room which was near the reception. It was fairly clean but needed some attention. Air-conditioning vent was dirty, fridge unsightly and water in the shower didn't drain away. It was also very dated. We stayed in 3 places in Thailand, this hotel, despite booking the cheapest room, was the most expensive and the worst. If they can sort out the sunbed hoggers and update/maintain the rooms I'd recommend the hotel for it's position plus the choice in Railay is limited.

The most incredible service and accommodations we’ve ever had. This is special island and you should stay here to make it the best experience. Make sure you go out of your way to find Pot, his smile and personality are infectious. The entire staff was amazing and the rooms and breakfast were equally beautiful. We thank you for having us and hope to be back. Brian and Nicole from Califonia

We're just checking out now from the Sand Sea Resort, and we had an absolutely amazing time, both at the Resort, and at the whole area of Railay Beach. This is one of the most beautiful places on earth, no question. Highly recommended!

We loved our stay at Sand Sea. The key — believe it or not — was the wonderful bellhop Saman who advised us on good rooms and opportunities, all with a great smile and much kindness. He literally made our stay as lovely as it was. The rooms are very nice — but overtime they will need some updating with better bathroom lighting and electrical plugs on both sides of the bed. The free breakfast is great but the dinner was so-so. We ended up eating at two fabulous restaurants in the “downtown.” So I would give those matters four stars. The hotel does not serve alcohol but you’re five steps away from places that do. This actually is nice because there are fewer late night noisy neighbors. The view by the main beach and pool is simply stunning — the best you’ll see. Other areas are over-developed but you do not feel like you’re in a tourist crush here at SandSea. And the sunset is simply spectacular.

The hotel was in an excellent location. Right on the beach The staff were friendly and helpful. Our room was behind reception and staff would take us in a golf trolley to the beach. The rooms were clean and has a air-conditioning. The bed was comfortable. The pool was nice for an early morning swim with great views over the beach, it was nice laying on the sunbeds looking at the amazing rocks and the longtail boats bringing in the day trippers. Breakfast was a buffet style and delicious, the hotel did do evening meals at a good price however we did not eat there. The restaurant does not sell alcohol which was a shame as you could not have a cocktail while on your sunbed however you could buy alcohol to have with your evening meal. There was a nice bar next door where we would go and have a drink throughout the day. If I was staying in this area again, I would go back to the same hotel. Great place to watch the sunset.

This resort is fabulous! Service is quick and efficient and everything is very clean. The Green Curry dish at the dinner restaurant is the best I have ever had, simply delicious! It is right on the beach, with 3 lovely swimming pools. We loved our week there and will definitely go back there again. Five stars from me!

Sand Sea Resort is perched on Railay beach. You get to enjoy views of a quiet and beautiful beach before the crowds arrive around 10 / 11. The resort is very large indeed, with several pools. It’s an amalgam of 2 / 3 resorts which have been combined. For this reason the quality of the accommodation varies significantly. Initially we were put in a “deluxe villa”. It was spacious and perfectly ‘ok’ but dated and far from deluxe. The bedroom , shower room and toilet areas were all on different levels with slippery tiles between each. I am not an old man but I slipped and injured myself (and broke the toilet!). The staff were lovely and we were placed in a brand new room which was absolutely lovely. WHAT a difference. So, in short, good resort but be careful about the rooms. My photos show the modern room.

A very large complex/resort covering both sunset & sunrise beaches. The sunrise side where our bungalow was based has a small pool adjacent to the reception. You can’t really call it a beach as it’s where the main pier is based and when the tide is out it’s more mud than sand. The sunset side is a different story. Stunning view on a lovely beach. Get up early to really enjoy the sight. After 9am the day trippers start arriving and by midday it’s packed. There is another beautiful beach just a short walk away along from the pier through a walk way which I would recommend visiting. It’s the best beach at of them all. The bungalows are large with a big bed and good AC. The bathroom needs a little TLC but it’s ok. The staff were great, friendly & helpful. They arranged both pick from Khoa Lak and departure to Krabi airport. Both longboats and taxis were all on time (we had a 6am departure by boat in the dark). At checkout we were given breakfast bags as breakfast started at 7am. On the subject of breakfast, it was the standard buffet offering, maybe not best we had seen while in Thailand however it’s was fine. Lovely view as the breakfast area is directly in front of the beach. The resort is alcohol free but don’t let that put you off as they are happy to let you bring it in from outside. The main negative hence the 4/5 is there are not enough sun beds around the main pool and they do nothing to stop the classic ‘sun bed towel gang’ who seem to rise before most have gone to bed to save a spot with their towels. I so wish hotels would simply remove the towels if left unattended for more than 60 mins. Many say they will but never do. The beaches are great but a little pool time is nice. The town is busy with many bars and restaurants. Quite a few offer drugs so take that into account. All in all a great visit.

Great location walkable to beach has pool gets crowded. Beautiful beach view. staff are friendly and helpful. Our room is small Noise level good and place is clean great valie for money