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East of the Old City
While it isn't as quaint as the old city, Th Tha Phae is just as convenient for sightseeing and
nightlife and is even closer to the night bazaar. Corporate hotels with business centres and
conference capacity occupy the area near the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.
Baan Kaew Guest House
GUESTHOUSE
$
( 0 5327 1606;
www.baankaew-guesthouse.com
;
142 Th Charoen Prathet; r 680-800B; )
This two-storey,
apartment-style place is a good honest deal in a quiet part of town. Rooms have all the ba-
sics plus small balconies to enjoy the spacious garden. The setting, away from the road and
slightly removed from the touristy night bazaar, will make you feel like a local instead of a
visitor.
HOSTEL
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Soho Hostel
( 0 5320 6360; 64/2 Th Loi Kroh; dm 200-300B, r 1000-1800; )
Loi Kroh is better known for girly
bars than backpacker bunks, but that hasn't prevented this huge hostel from winning fans.
It has six- to 12-bed dorms and private rooms.
Daret's House
( 0 5323 5440; 4/5 Th Chaiyaphum; s/d 170/220B)
Dependable Daret's has stacks of basic, well-
worn but clean rooms at a smidge more than what dorms charge for herd sleeping. You can
even splurge for hot-water showers.
GUESTHOUSE
$
Roong Ruang Hotel
( 0 5323 4746;
www.roongruang.com
; 398 Th Tha Phae; r 600-900B; )
With a prime location near
Pratu Tha Phae, Roong Ruang is a great deal for an older-style hotel.
Rooms are dated but still adequate for the price. Cheaper rooms are fine to crash, just a
bit cell-like and dark.
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Stay With Me Guesthouse
GUESTHOUSE
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