Is Ao Nang Expensive?

Is Ao Nang expensive to visit?

Ao Nang is a popular destination that is also moderately priced. It falls in the middle range of travel cost prices globaly with a daily average travel cost of $125. If we compare it to the rest of Asia, it is a somewhat more expensive place to visit. It ranks in the top 25% of cities in Asia for its overall travel costs. Its travel costs are comparable with places such as Hualien and Okinawa.

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How expensive is Ao Nang?

Travelers spend an average of $125 per day when visiting Ao Nang (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. You can stay fairly close to this average if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Ao Nang here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Ao Nang?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a weekend trip to Ao Nang costs around $376 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $752.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Ao Nang?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a one week trip to Ao Nang will cost around $877 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a one week trip would cost $1,754.

Is it expensive to backpack in Ao Nang?

Ao Nang has a very limited selection of hostels and budget accommodation, so it's not the first place that comes to mind for backpackers looking for social and cheap accommodations. This makes it hard at times to travel here as a backpacker, so you'll have to be resourceful to travel on a tight budget here. Low-cost hotels are always an option, as are guesthouses or couch surfing options. The difficulties in finding budget accommodation are especially tough for solo travelers who might need to pay for the full price of a hotel room on their own. Otherwise, you can save money here by finding free activities, eating at low-cost restaurants or cooking your own food, and using public transportation when available.

Are hotels expensive in Ao Nang?

When we look at our analysis of hotel prices in Ao Nang, we find them to be very economical in comparison to the rest of the world. The average nightly cost for a hotel room here is approximately $23. The area boasts about 1 five-star hotels with an average rate of $109 per night. For those seeking a balance between comfort and affordability, three-star hotels offer an average rate of $26 per night, while two-star hotels provide an even more budget-friendly option at $18 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Ao Nang?

In Ao Nang, the cost of activities and things to do can vary by the type of activity, its length, and the location. To provide an estimate of what to expect during your visit, below are several popular activities that are common in the area. On average, previous travelers have spent around $12 per day on sightseeing and entertainment, which is less than the country's average of $20.

• Krabi: South Kayak Klong Root Kayaking Tour: $17
• Krabi: Saitai Mountain Tail ATV Adventure: $27
• Kayaking klongroot and atv adventure: $42
• ATV adventure 1hour drive: $42
• Krabi: Zipline, ATV & Top Rope Climbing Experience: $59
• Krabi Zipline adventure: $67
• Krabi Tiger cave temple and ATV adventure private tour: $72
• Ao Nang: Horse Riding Tour and kayaking clongrood: $75

Is food expensive in Ao Nang?

In Ao Nang, the cost of food can vary by the type of restaurant and food options available. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible. On average, previous travelers have spent around $45 per day on food, which is more than the country's average of $29.

• Railay: Hands-On Thai Cooking Class at Railay Beach: $54
• Krabi: Morning/Afternoon Thai Cooking Class at Ya's Cookery: $51
• Krabi: Daily Thai Cooking Class with Smart Cook: $43
• Ao Nang: Half-Day Thai Cooking Class Krabi Province: $50
• Krabi : Authentic Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour: $60
• Krabi: Ya's Cookery Late Afternoon Thai Cooking Class: $47

Is transportation expensive in Ao Nang?

Exploring local transportation in Ao Nang shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $59 per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $13. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.