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Axel’s take

A strong budget base for exploring Phi Phi, with friendly hosts and dated rooms.

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Axel’s rating: 8.4/10 · A simple budget guesthouse in central Tonsai village

PP Insula is a simple budget guesthouse, not a resort, and it's a strong pick for travelers spending their days exploring. The pier, food stalls and beaches are a short walk away. Recent Tripadvisor, Expedia and Trip.com guests repeatedly praise the helpful owners, clean rooms and convenient setting. For its class, it delivers the essentials well rather than trying to impress with facilities.

The compromises are an aging building, basic furnishings and stairs rather than an elevator. Many guests find it surprisingly quiet for the location, but walkway chatter can carry, and some report uneven air-conditioning performance. We'd choose it for a practical island stay, not polished interiors or guaranteed silence. Expedia lists limited reception hours and no after-hours check-in, so plan your arrival carefully.

Rooms
Basic, aging rooms; comfort is generally praised, though some guests report weak air-conditioning.
Cleanliness
Consistently praised across sites, despite occasional exceptions.
Service
Friendly, helpful owners and staff are a recurring strength; reception is not staffed around the clock.
Amenities
Free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, refrigerators and tour assistance cover the practical basics.
Fees and surprises
Expedia lists a cash deposit, check-in ending at 7 p.m. and no after-hours check-in; confirm before arrival.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

The location

194 Moo.7, Ko Phi Phi Don

Central Tonsai village, a few minutes' walk from the pier, beaches and plentiful food options.

Amenities and check-in

Free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, refrigerators and tour assistance cover the practical basics.

Check-in

after 2:00 PM

Check-out

before 11:00 AM

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Pets Not Allowed
  • Laundry (extra charge)
  • Accessibility features
  • Free Wi-Fi
Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Deposit: ฿1,000 per room per stay
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PP Insula: from $39 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $39 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at PP Insula on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 1, 2026.

PP Insula is a simple budget guesthouse in central Tonsai village in Phi Phi Don, Krabi, Thailand.

Address: 194 Moo.7, Ko Phi Phi Don. Property ID: 1435318. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/phi-phi-don-krabi/pp-insula-1435318

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/phi-phi-don-krabi/pp-insula-1435318/2026-11-21/2-adults

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1 night

Total price: $39 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $78 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-23 · 2 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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3 nights

Total price: $117 USD

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4 nights

Total price: $156 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-25 · 4 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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5 nights

Total price: $195 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-26 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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6 nights

Total price: $234 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-27 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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7 nights

Total price: $273 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-28 · 7 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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8 nights

Total price: $312 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-29 · 8 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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9 nights

Total price: $351 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-30 · 9 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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10 nights

Total price: $390 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-01 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2026-11-21 to 2026-12-02 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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Axel's take: 8.4/10

A strong budget base for exploring Phi Phi, with friendly hosts and dated rooms. A simple budget guesthouse in central Tonsai village, scored for what it is.

PP Insula is a simple budget guesthouse, not a resort, and it's a strong pick for travelers spending their days exploring. The pier, food stalls and beaches are a short walk away. Recent Tripadvisor, Expedia and Trip.com guests repeatedly praise the helpful owners, clean rooms and convenient setting. For its class, it delivers the essentials well rather than trying to impress with facilities.

The compromises are an aging building, basic furnishings and stairs rather than an elevator. Many guests find it surprisingly quiet for the location, but walkway chatter can carry, and some report uneven air-conditioning performance. We'd choose it for a practical island stay, not polished interiors or guaranteed silence. Expedia lists limited reception hours and no after-hours check-in, so plan your arrival carefully.

  • Best for: Budget-minded couples and solo travelers; Boat trips and short island stays; Travelers who prioritize walkability

  • Watch out for: Stairs only; no elevator; Dated rooms and occasional street chatter; Limited check-in hours

  • Location: Central Tonsai village, a few minutes' walk from the pier, beaches and plentiful food options.

  • Rooms: Basic, aging rooms; comfort is generally praised, though some guests report weak air-conditioning.

  • Cleanliness: Consistently praised across sites, despite occasional exceptions.

  • Service: Friendly, helpful owners and staff are a recurring strength; reception is not staffed around the clock.

  • Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, refrigerators and tour assistance cover the practical basics.

  • Fees and surprises: Expedia lists a cash deposit, check-in ending at 7 p.m. and no after-hours check-in; confirm before arrival.

Axel's opinion of PP Insula, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About PP Insula

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 3-star hotel
  • 194 Moo.7, Ko Phi Phi Don
  • Hotel policies: Deposit: ฿1,000 per room per stay
  • Amenities: Restaurant, Bar, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Accessibility features, Free Wi-Fi, Kitchen
  • Check-in from: 14:00
  • Check-out by: 11:00
  • City page: Hotels in Phi Phi Don, Krabi

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  • Beds: full double bed

Standard room

Standard Single room

Standard Single room (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with balcony (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Twin room with balcony (twin beds)

Standard Quadruple room

Deluxe room

Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds

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