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( 08 7266 6333, 0 7783 3377;
www.facebook.com/luangpojhostel
; 225 Th Ruangrat; r 500B; )
This new
and expanding place is a gorgeous remodel of a 1920s-era building that was Ranong's
first hotel. Rooms are windowless and share warm-water bathrooms, but each is spotless,
very comfy and decorated in a signature colour, with mod-meets-vintage flair: think Indi-
an art, birdcages, one-of-a-kind light fixtures and retro photography.
Thansila Hot Spring Resort
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( 08 1797 4674;
www.thansila-hotspring-resort.com
; 129/2 Th Petchkasem; r 700-900B)
A groovy new spot
downriver from the hot springs, the best digs are stone-wall lodge rooms with fantastic
river views, grotto-like baths with hot water, and flat screens with satellite TV. The hotel
rooms offer high ceilings and an artsy flair.
The hotel is owned by a Thai architect who renovated over two years. She recently ad-
ded a hip and homey cafe, serving Western breakfasts and simple Thai meals.
The B
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( 0 7782 3111;
www.thebranong.com
; 295/1-2 Th Ruangrat; superior/deluxe 1100/1300B)
This chunk of pol-
ished concrete modernism is proof of a new era in Ranong. Rooms have floating beds,
flat-screen TVs, rain showers, high ceilings and excellent service. There's also a billiards
and snooker bar, an open-air restaurant, and a rooftop infinity pool overlooking town and
the surrounding green hills.
Eating & Drinking
Ranong has a lively, young and very local drinking scene involving lots of karaoke.
On Th Kamlangsap, not far from Hwy 4, there is a night market that sells great Thai
dishes at low prices. The day market on Th Ruangrat offers inexpensive Thai and
Burmese meals.
Appreski Resort
( 08 7817 7033; 129/6 Moo 1, Th Petchkasem; sandwiches from 45B; 8am-8pm)
Built into Ranong
Canyon across the river from the hot springs, this eatery has cultivated a reputation for
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