Travel Reference
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Iudia on the River
( 0 3532 3208;
www.iudia.com
;
11-12 Th U Thong; s 1550B, d 2750-5550B; )
Superbly de-
signed rooms that fuse traditional Thai furnishings with modern finishes make this a fab-
ulous spot. Clever touches include naming the rooms after Ayuthaya's leading erstwhile
figures.
HOTEL
$$$
Baan Thai House
( 0 35245 555;
www.baanthaihouse.com
; off Th Dusit; r 2400-2800B; )
The dozen Thai-
style villas, each with their own theme, and well-kept grounds ensure a zenlike stay. The
on-site spa is worth a look. A túk-túk (pronounced
'đúk đúk';
motorised transport) to the
old city costs 80B.
BOUTIQUE HOTEL
$$$
Krungsri River Hotel
HOTEL
$$$
( 0 3524 4333;
www.krungsririver.com
; 27/2 Th Rotchana; d/ste 1800/5738B; )
Splendid
river views and more than 200 stylish rooms make this four-star hotel the best spot in
town.
Classic Kameo Hotel
( 0 3521 2535;
www.kameocollection.com
; 148 Moo 5, Th Rotchana; r 2100-3100B; )
Cool white
tones throughout this luxury hotel make it a great post-temple place to relax. Facilities in-
clude shuttle bus to the island, gym and pool.
HOTEL
$$$
Eating
Centuries of mingling with foreign traders has resulted in a rich tapestry of food options.
Muslim snacks, fresh seafood and Dutch coffee can all be found here. As well as Western-
friendly restaurants on Soi 2, Th Naresuan, try the excellent riverfront restaurants along
the southern section of Th U Thong.
Sai Thong
THAI
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