Pop-In Aonang, Ao Nang

Pop-In Aonang - A 1-star hostel with a funky design, PADI 5-star dive resort, and mountain views

Pop-In Aonang features a communal area designed for socializing, with dormitory and private rooms offering air conditioning, free WiFi, and mountain views. The air-conditioned dormitory rooms include oversized beds, personal reading lights, curtains, lockers, and shared bathrooms, while private rooms add flat-screen TVs with streaming services, tea and coffee makers, and wardrobes. Guests can book diving trips through the on-site PADI 5-star dive resort, and the hostel provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, an ATM, and a tour desk. Nearby attractions include Noppharat Thara Beach (2 km), Ao Nang Krabi Thai Boxing Stadium (2 km), and Walking Street for shopping. Longtail boats from West Beach and taxis (600-700 THB) offer transport options, with Krabi International Airport 23 km away.

Pros

The hostel is a registered PADI 5-star dive resort, offering organized diving trips.

The communal area provides a social space for meeting fellow travelers.

Free WiFi and airport transfer services are available for convenience.

Rooms include oversized beds and personal reading lights for comfort.

Cons

The hostel is 200 km from Phuket, requiring additional travel for visitors.

Some rooms have shared bathrooms, which may not suit all guests.