🇹🇭 Chumphon, Thailand
Chalicha Resort
📍 185, Moo.9 Tambon Takdad Muang, Chumphon, 86000
Your stay — Chalicha Resort
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Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
SuperRich or local exchange booths in Chumphon town give fair rates; avoid airport counters and tourist-area bureaux that take a cut.
Cards accepted in mid-range hotels and bigger shops, but cash is king at markets, street stalls, and local eateries — contactless rare outside 7-Eleven.
Not expected; locals round up or leave small change (10-20 THB) for good service in restaurants; taxi drivers and hotel staff don't need a tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or local iced coffee from a street stall, about 20-30 THB.
A plate of rice with a curry or stir-fry from a local food stall, around 40-60 THB.
Simple Thai noodle soup or fried rice from a night market, main dish about 50-70 THB.
Night market near the bus station or along Krom Luang Chumphon Road; cheap grilled meats, som tam, and fresh fruit.
Tesco Lotus Express and Big C Mini are common budget supermarkets in Chumphon town.
Local markets (like the morning market) for cheap T-shirts, shorts, and sandals; no dedicated high-street fashion chain here.
Songthaew (shared pick-up taxi) in town for 20-30 THB per ride; from Chumphon airport, the airport shuttle bus into town is around 80-100 THB.
Eat at local rice-and-curry stalls (40 THB) instead of tourist cafes; buy fruit and snacks from fresh markets; use songthaew over private taxis for short trips.
Good to know — Chumphon
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.31 · THB
Emergency Contacts
ChumphonWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chumphon, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Chalicha Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Chumphon Railway Station → Sirtip Hotel
💡 Take a motorbike taxi from the station – it’s quicker and cheaper than a tuk-tuk. Just show the driver the hotel name.
Chumphon city centre → Sirtip Hotel
💡 Flag down any red songthaew heading south on Thanon Krom Luang. Tell the driver 'Sirtip' and they’ll drop you at the front gate.
Chumphon Airport (CJM) → Sirtip Hotel
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in; official airport counter is cheaper than online booking.
Chumphon Airport (CJM) → Chumphon Bus Terminal
💡 From the terminal, take a songthaew (20 baht) to Sirtip Hotel. Avoid rush hours as the bus can be packed with locals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Chalicha Resort?
Check-in at Chalicha Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Chalicha Resort?
A plate of rice with a curry or stir-fry from a local food stall, around 40-60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Chalicha Resort?
Songthaew (shared pick-up taxi) in town for 20-30 THB per ride; from Chumphon airport, the airport shuttle bus into town is around 80-100 THB.
Top Attractions in Chumphon
💡 Go between 06:00 and 08:00 for the best selection and least crowds. Try the grilled pork skewers (mu yang) and fresh coconut juice. No entry fee, but bring small change for purchases.
💡 Dress modestly (cover shoulders and knees). Best visited early morning before the heat peaks. No entrance fee, but a small offering of 10–20 baht for incense and flowers is customary.
💡 Closed Mondays and public holidays. Allow 40 minutes to see everything; the dioramas are in Thai but the placards have English summaries.
💡 Go at sunrise to beat the heat and get the best light for photos. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes – the path is unshaded and can be slippery after rain.
💡 Come late afternoon when the local food stalls set up along the roadside. No entry fee, but parking is 20 baht for motorbikes. Swim only at the flagged section – currents stronger further out.