tu estancia — Big Boss
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La propiedad — Big Boss
Big Boss sits on Ruangrat Road, a five-minute walk from Ranong’s wet market and bus station. The lobby is tiled, cool, and functional: a wooden reception desk, a few plastic chairs, and a laminated sign with wifi codes. Rooms are clean and basic – tiled floors, firm beds, air-con that works hard in the humidity. It suits budget travellers, overland backpackers crossing into Myanmar, or divers passing through for the hot springs and southern islands.
Crónicas de Ranong
Ranong was established as a tin-mining hub in the 19th century, attracting Chinese and Burmese labourers whose shophouses still line Ruangrat Road. After tin collapsed in the 1980s, the town turned to fishing and – quietly – tourism, leaning on its natural hot springs and proximity to the Burmese border checkpoint at Kawthaung. Architecturally it’s a jumble: corrugated-iron roofs, weathered Sino-Portuguese façades, and concrete blocks built without much ornament. Today it’s a gateway town, not a resort – functional, gritty, and honest, with a strong coffee-shop culture and a daily flow of long-haul buses and ferry passengers.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Ranong →Los mejores meses
December and January: north-east monsoon brings cooler, drier air, especially at night. Minimal rain, manageable temperatures around 28–30°C, and the sea is calm for island trips.
Peak / Festival Surge
Late December to mid-January: Ranong sees domestic tourists during the New Year holiday and school break. Hotel prices rise 20–30% over these three weeks. The Ranong Hot Springs and Kawthaung border market are busiest then.
La temporada del hombro
February and November: both offer decent weather with lower prices and fewer visitors. February stays dry but locals start heading back to work; November has occasional showers but clears up fast.
Tiempo y embalaje
Ranong is one of Thailand’s wettest towns, with rain possible any month; a lightweight, packable waterproof jacket is essential even in the ‘dry’ season. Pack rubber sandals that can double as shower shoes – the rain can flood streets in minutes.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Ranong
- As of mid-2025, the Kawthaung border crossing is open to day trips (Thai ID or valid passport) but land-entry rules for foreigners can change with little notice; check the Burmese consulate website the week before travel.
- The new Ranong bus terminal at Pak Nam is now fully operational; local songthaews (pickup trucks) run regularly to Ruangrat Road for 20 baht, but the old town-centre stop has closed.
- The annual Ranong Hot Springs Festival is held in February, not July, so your stay falls in the low season for events – expect quiet streets and very few other tourists.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Big Boss, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, away from the main road. The higher floors reduce street noise from Ranong's traffic, and the hotel's three-storey building means the top floor is the quietest. Ask for a room at the rear (facing away from the street) if possible.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or street side — thin walls and opening doors will let in traffic and guest chatter. First-floor rooms directly above the entrance can also pick up noise from arrivals and taxis.
Best views
Rooms at the upper floors (4th–5th) facing the rear offer a quieter outlook over neighbouring buildings and maybe a sliver of hillside. Street-side rooms just see the road and parked cars — not worth it for the noise.
Quietest floors
4th and 5th floors (top of the building) are the quietest. These are furthest from the lobby, street, and any ground-floor services.
🔊 Noise notes
Ranong's main road has motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and trucks, especially from morning to evening. The hotel is on this road, so rear-facing rooms are key. Also, check if there's a bar or karaoke joint on the ground floor (common in 3-star Thai hotels) — if so, avoid rooms above it.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the top floor (5th) as far from the lift as possible — the lift mechanism can be noisy. 2. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs; some rooms may have thin windows. 3. Check-in early (before 3pm) to have your pick of rooms, as the hotel can be busy with local travellers.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Instalaciones hoteleras — Big Boss
Free W-Fi in rooms and lobby. Speed moderate (about 10 Mbps down). No login or time limit
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; TV has basic Thai cable channels
Standard check-in 14:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 free; after 12:00 charged at half daily rate until 18:00
Free, available at reception after check-out; no self-service lockers
Ground-floor entrance step-free. No wheelchair lift; lift interior fits a standard wheelchair but corridor width may be tight. No dedicated accessible rooms
Free on-site parking for about 15 cars; no valet. Nearest public car park is 500 m away at Ranong Bus Terminal (free). No EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None (no city or tourist tax in Ranong)
Deposit & card hold: Credit card imprint or cash 500 THB incidental hold at check-in; advance deposit not required for a single night
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Buddhist temple: วัดป่าเกาะช้าง (947 m · ~12 min walk)
5 minutos de radio esenciales
New Shop — 478 m · ~6 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
ATMs are the easiest way; they give a decent mid-market rate but charge a 220 THB fee per withdrawal. Avoid exchange counters at airports and tourist bureaux, which offer poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are accepted at mid-range hotels, supermarkets and larger restaurants. Cash is still king at local markets, street stalls and small guesthouses. Contactless is rare outside chain stores.
Not expected but appreciated. Round up taxi fares by 10–20 THB or leave small change. Restaurants: 5–10% if there's no service charge. Hotel porters: 20–50 THB per bag.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Black coffee from a local street vendor (30–40 THB) or a basic iced coffee at a small café (45–60 THB).
Rice or noodle dish at a local eatery (40–60 THB).
Simple pad thai, fried rice or green curry from basic restaurant – about 60–80 THB for a main.
The area around the main market (Talad Ranong) and along Tha Ruea Road has cheap grilled meats, noodle soups and fresh fruit stalls in the evenings.
Tesco Lotus Express and Big C Mini are common for basics. Fresh produce is cheapest at the local central market.
Ranong's daily market (near the bus station) sells basic T‑shirts, flip‑flops and local cotton trousers for 100–250 THB.
Sŏrngtăaou (shared pick‑up trucks) run fixed routes within town – 10–20 THB per ride. There's no airport in Ranong itself; the budget way from Ranong Airport is a shared minivan (~80–100 THB per person).
Bottle water and snacks at 7‑Eleven, not hotel minibars. Use the local songthaew instead of tuk‑tuks. Eat where locals queue for lunch – usually the cheapest, freshest food.
bueno saber — Ranong
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.34 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ranong, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Big Boss
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
Ranong Airport → Koh Payam Resort (Pier area)
💡 Shared minivans run from airport arrivals to the main pier (Tha Chalom). Tell the driver 'Tha Chalom Pier'. Buy your ferry ticket first at the pier counter; the resort is a 10-minute walk from the pier.
Tha Chalom Pier → Koh Payam Pier (near resort)
💡 The resort is a 5-minute walk from Koh Payam Pier. Catch the morning ferry to avoid afternoon chop. Bring motion sickness tablets if you're prone — the crossing is open sea.
Ranong Town Bus Terminal → Tha Chalom Pier
💡 Flag down a blue songthaew on Ruangrat Road. They go to the pier when full; wait time varies. Ask locals for the right truck — some run to other piers. Exact change helps.
Ranong Airport → Koh Payam Resort (Pier area)
💡 Book a Grab or local taxi via your hotel. Drivers often overcharge outside the airport; confirm the fare before getting in. Avoid unmetered taxis at the rank.
Sobre Ranong
Wikipedia ↗Ranong (Thai: ระนอง) is a town (thesaban mueang) in southern Thailand, capital of the Ranong Province and the Mueang Ranong District. The town covers completely the area of the tambon Khao Niwet (เขานิเวศน์). As of 2024, it had a population of 16,909. Ranong lies 586 kilometres (364 mi) south-southw...
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Big Boss?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, away from the main road. The higher floors reduce street noise from Ranong's traffic, and the hotel's three-storey building means the top floor is the quietest. Ask for a room at the rear (facing away from the street) if possible.
Which rooms should I avoid at Big Boss?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or street side — thin walls and opening doors will let in traffic and guest chatter. First-floor rooms directly above the entrance can also pick up noise from arrivals and taxis.
Is Big Boss noisy?
Ranong's main road has motorbikes, tuk-tuks, and trucks, especially from morning to evening. The hotel is on this road, so rear-facing rooms are key. Also, check if there's a bar or karaoke joint on the ground floor (common in 3-star Thai hotels) — if so, avoid rooms above it.
Which rooms have the best views at Big Boss?
Rooms at the upper floors (4th–5th) facing the rear offer a quieter outlook over neighbouring buildings and maybe a sliver of hillside. Street-side rooms just see the road and parked cars — not worth it for the noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Big Boss?
1. Request a room on the top floor (5th) as far from the lift as possible — the lift mechanism can be noisy. 2. If you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs; some rooms may have thin windows. 3. Check-in early (before 3pm) to have your pick of rooms, as the hotel can be busy with local travellers.
What time is check-in at Big Boss?
Check-in at Big Boss is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Big Boss have Wi-Fi?
Free W-Fi in rooms and lobby. Speed moderate (about 10 Mbps down). No login or time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Big Boss?
None (no city or tourist tax in Ranong)
Where can I eat cheaply near Big Boss?
Rice or noodle dish at a local eatery (40–60 THB).
What is the cheapest way to get around from Big Boss?
Sŏrngtăaou (shared pick‑up trucks) run fixed routes within town – 10–20 THB per ride. There's no airport in Ranong itself; the budget way from Ranong Airport is a shared minivan (~80–100 THB per person).
When is the best time to visit Ranong?
December and January: north-east monsoon brings cooler, drier air, especially at night. Minimal rain, manageable temperatures around 28–30°C, and the sea is calm for island trips.
Principales atracciones en Ranong
💡 Try the fresh roti from the stall at the south entrance. Come before 9am for the best selection.
💡 Check the opening hours before visiting—they sometimes close for maintenance. The English labels are brief but adequate.
💡 Go early (before 7am) for the clearest water and fewer people. Bring a towel and flip-flops; the concrete edges get slippery.
💡 Bring a good torch or headlamp—the cave is unlit. Wear shoes that can get wet if it's been raining. Entrance is free but donations welcome at the temple.
💡 Bring water and sun protection. The nearest shop is 2km back on the main road. Best visited at low tide when the sand is firmer.