Last month saw the opening of Krabi’s brand new night plaza, an event which was christened with five nights of live music, cultural acts, shopping and socialising. Spirits were high and the tone of the party signalled much hope for the forthcoming high season.
The neat little bamboo retail village is the first stage of a plan to regenerate an area of wasteland close to the town centre. Project developer and ex-Mayor, Chuan Phukaoluan, recognised the site’s potential and enlisted the help of innovative architect and popular musician, P Choy, to create a new heart for Krabi’s social scene.
Chuan explains, “This location is so close to the town’s most popular attractions, it makes sense to offer visitors a more extensive range of amenities.” He also revealed that future plans include the development of a tower hotel, overlooking Krabi’s iconic twin peaks, Khao Khanab Nam.
A good percentage of the shop units have been snapped up by retailers who have cottoned on to the need to offer shoppers something fresh and organic. Finally business owners in Krabi are beginning to ditch the copycat mentality and trust their own imagination. Edgy fashion boutiques and retro coffee shops might be new kids on the Krabi block, but locals were keen to acquaint.
After a round of retail therapy, a slinky cocktail at Amata Bar is the perfect chaser. This little gem of a bar has not only revived Krabi’s live music scene, but dug out a cosy watering hole for Krabi’s expat community. Laidback weeknights play to the sound of acoustic folk songs, while weekends feature classic rock mixed with more upbeat ensembles.
The space has been designed to accommodate concerts, exhibitions and other events. The on-site spa is in the final stages of completion and will soon add an additional dash of luxury to the experience. Krabi Night Plaza is open every evening from 17:00 until late.
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