Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Surat Thani
Sleeping
B2
Eating
A3
B1
Transport
4
Ko Tao Night Ferry Pier
B2
(see 6)
5
Night Boat to Ko Pha-Ngan
B2
B2
C2
(see 6)
8
Talat Kaset 1 Bus Terminal
C2
9
Talat Kaset 2 Bus Terminal
D2
Sleeping
Staying in central Surat puts you in a bustling Thai city that can be refreshing after days in
the primped-for-tourists gulf islands. Between the late-running markets, karaoke bars and
frequent festivals, nights up to around midnight can be noisy and it's hard to escape the
sounds of revelry even in high-rise hotels. Prices, however, are very low and you get a lot
for relatively few baht.
For a quieter night and more modern amenities, escape the city centre and hop on a
sŏrng·tăa·ou
heading towards the Phang-Nga district. When you climb aboard, tell the
driver 'Tesco-Lotus', and you'll be taken about 2km to 3km out of town to a large, box-
like shopping centre. A handful of hotel options orbit the mall.
If you're on a very tight budget, consider zipping straight through town and taking the
night ferry to reach your island destination.
My Place @ Surat Hotel
HOTEL
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