7 Best Money Exchange in Krabi: Best Rates, Locations

Krabi's money exchange scene spans licensed banks, dedicated exchange counters, and international transfer services across both Ao Nang and Krabi Town, with rate differences between them generally described as minor. Here are 7 real options, each with its address and a Google Maps link.

1Super Rich Thailand (Ao Nang)

Rated among the better exchange rates found in Krabi, quoting 1 USD = 31.30 THB with no commission fee. A trusted, well-known Thai exchange brand with a physical storefront presence.

Address: Ao Nang, Krabi
Map: Google Maps

2Vasu Exchange (Krabi Town)

Quoting 1 USD = 31.20 THB with no commission fee, a solid Krabi Town option if you're based there rather than in Ao Nang.

Address: Krabi Town, Krabi
Map: Google Maps

3MoneyGram (Ao Nang)

Quoting 1 USD = 31.10 THB, with commission fees that vary by location. A recognisable international brand if you want the reassurance of a well-known name, though check the specific commission before committing.

Address: Ao Nang, Krabi
Map: Google Maps

4Western Union (Krabi Town)

Located on Uttarakrit Road in Tambon Pak Nam, central Krabi Town. A well-established international money service, useful if you also need to send or receive a wire transfer alongside currency exchange.

Address: 190 Uttarakrit Road, Tambon Pak Nam, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Krabi 81000
Map: Google Maps

5SMART EXCHANGE (Krabi Town)

Located on Khongkha Road in Tambon Pak Nam, another established option in central Krabi Town for travellers based near the pier area.

Address: 7 Khongkha Road, Tambon Pak Nam, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Krabi 81000
Map: Google Maps

6Krabi Resort Money Exchange (Ao Nang)

Located directly in Tambon Ao Nang, a convenient option if you're staying at or near Krabi Resort itself and want to avoid a separate trip into town.

Address: Tambon Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Krabi 81000
Map: Google Maps

7Best Rate Exchange (Ao Nang)

Located in Moo 2, Tambon Ao Nang, another dedicated exchange counter worth checking, particularly if you're comparing rates across a few nearby options before committing.

Address: 834 Moo 2, Tambon Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Krabi 81000
Map: Google Maps

Sourced from tripjive.com's currency exchange rate in Krabi guide, wise.com's best places to exchange money in Krabi Town guide, and Tripadvisor's Krabi money exchange forum discussions.

An honest note on rate differences

Practical tips

Compare 2 to 3 nearby exchange counters if you're exchanging a large amount, small percentage differences add up more noticeably on bigger sums.

Check bank opening hours specifically if you're relying on a bank rather than a dedicated exchange counter, some banks in Krabi Town close as early as 4pm, while exchange booths often stay open until 8pm or later.

Avoid unlicensed street changers entirely, stick to storefronts with a fixed address and posted rates, like the ones listed here.

Bring larger denomination notes if exchanging foreign cash, larger bills typically get a marginally better rate than smaller ones at most Thai exchange counters.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Spending excessive time walking between exchange booths chasing a marginally better rate, real traveller accounts specifically describe the savings from doing this as minor relative to the time spent.
• Assuming Krabi airport, Ao Nang, and Krabi Town all offer dramatically different rates, multiple sources confirm the differences are typically small.
• Using an unlicensed street money changer instead of an established storefront, this is specifically flagged as a fraud and scam risk worth avoiding.
• Forgetting to check a bank's closing time before relying on it for a same-day exchange, several close well before typical exchange booths do.