Your stay — CK Resort
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The Property — CK Resort
CK Resort is a modest, no-nonsense 3-star on the outskirts of Kamphaeng Phet, aimed squarely at budget-conscious travellers who value cleanliness over frills. The lobby feels like a provincial Thai hotel from the 1990s: tiled floors, a reception desk with a jar of local sweets, and a faint smell of insect spray. Its USP is location — it’s a 10-minute drive from the Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park, making it a practical base for temple-hopping rather than a destination in itself. It suits backpackers and road-trippers passing through on the way to Sukhothai.
Chronicles of Kamphaeng Phet
Kamphaeng Phet was founded in the 14th century as a key outpost of the Sukhothai Kingdom, guarding the western frontier with Burma. Its name means ‘diamond wall’, a reference to the laterite fortifications that still encircle the old city. The city flourished under King Li Thai, who built the cluster of temples now protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Unlike tourist-heavy Sukhothai, Kamphaeng Phet retains a sleepy, provincial air, with its historic zone set inside a forest park populated by wild monkeys. Today, it’s a quiet agricultural centre known for bananas and batik textiles, with a growing infrastructure for cycle tours through its ruins.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kamphaeng Phet guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry days (25–30°C) perfect for cycling through the historical park. Crowds are low outside December’s New Year peak.
Peak / festival surge
December is the busiest month, driven by domestic tourists on school holidays and the Kamphaeng Phet Batik Festival in January. Hotel prices can double; book three months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
March and October offer room discounts of 20–30%, with moderate heat (35°C) and few visitors. March has low rain; October sees late monsoon showers.
Weather & packing
Kamphaeng Phet sits in a rain shadow, so July afternoons often bring brief, heavy downpours. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and quick-dry shoes for temple walks—umbrellas are useless against the wind.
Live City Briefing — Kamphaeng Phet
- The Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park entrance fee has increased to 150 baht for foreigners as of January 2026; check if your hotel offers a pass.
- A new Rte 117 ring road bypass now diverts heavy trucks from the hotel’s access street, reducing noise but adding a 2-minute detour for drivers.
- Loy Krathong preparations begin in early November; expect lantern workshops at the city park in October, but July is quiet with no major events.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to CK Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request the highest available floor (3rd or above) in the rear wing, facing the pool or internal garden. These rooms avoid the main road and get early morning light without street rumble.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of ground-floor rooms facing the street (east side) – they pick up traffic noise from the main road and have less privacy from passers-by. Also avoid rooms directly above or next to the lift shaft on floors 1-2 (vibration and ding sounds).
Best views
Rooms at the back of the hotel (west side) overlook the small pool and garden – not stunning but green and quiet. Street-facing rooms see the main road and a few shops; nothing special, and noisier.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and above, especially those not adjacent to the lift core. The concrete structure blocks most sound between levels, so higher is better.
🔊 Noise notes
Kamphaeng Phet’s main road carries moderate traffic (cars, tuk-tuks, motorbikes) from early morning until around 10pm. The hotel has no double glazing, so street-facing rooms hear it clearly. A small bar/restaurant on the ground floor may have music until 11pm on weekends.
Insider tips
Park in the small lot at the rear – it’s free and quieter than the street-side area. Ask for a room on the 3rd floor at check-in; if the hotel is quiet, they’ll often upgrade you at no charge.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — CK Resort
Free Wi-Fi throughout; download speed ~15 Mbps, no login constraints (open network)
No lift – all rooms are in two-storey buildings accessed by stairs; ground-floor rooms available on request
Physical Thai-language newspapers at reception (Bangkok Post); no digital newsstand. Property has traditional wooden longhouse architecture in lobby and dining areas
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (room subject to availability); late check-out until 18:00 charged 50% of nightly rate (negotiable for half-day)
Free storage at front desk before check-in and after check-out; no charge
Step-free access to reception and ground-floor rooms; no ramps to upper floors; wheelchair accessible via main door (single step, portable ramp available on request). Limited manoeuvring space in standard bathrooms
Free on-site parking for 30 cars, no valet. Nearest public car park: Kamphaeng Phet City Park lot (free, 500m walk). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city or tourist tax; accommodation rate includes VAT and service charge)
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required at booking; 1,000 THB incidental hold on credit card or cash deposit at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดสิงคาราม (1.7 km · ~22 min walk)
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use ATMs for the best rate; avoid exchange counters at banks or tourist spots as they add a markup. Airport rates are poor.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in hotels, larger shops, and some restaurants. 7-Eleven and big supermarkets accept cards. Street stalls and smaller eateries are cash-only. Mobile pay (PromptPay) is common among locals but not for tourists.
Not expected but appreciated. Leave small change (10-20 baht) at restaurants, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff 20 baht for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local-style iced coffee or instant coffee from a street stall or market, around 20-30 baht.
Rice with a single curry or stir-fry from a food stall or local restaurant, about 40-60 baht.
Stir-fried noodle or rice dish at a simple eatery, roughly 50-80 baht for a main.
Concentrated around the Kamphaeng Phet night market (along Saen Phu Tak Road) and the morning market near the provincial hall. Grilled meats, som tam, and curries are common.
Tesco Lotus and Makro are the main budget supermarkets in town. Big C also has a branch.
The local market (Talad Kao) and the night market sell affordable T-shirts and casual wear. Prices start at 100-200 baht.
Songthaews (shared pickup trucks) run fixed routes for 10-20 baht. No mass transit in town. To/from the airport: a local bus or shared minivan from the terminal into the city costs about 50 baht; a taxi is around 200 baht.
Eat at local market stalls rather than tourist-oriented restaurants. Use shared songthaews instead of tuk-tuks. Drink tap water only if filtered – buy large bottles from 7-Eleven (15 baht) rather than small ones.
Good to know — Kamphaeng Phet
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.62 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kamphaeng Phet, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at CK Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bangkok (Hua Lamphong) → Kamphaeng Phet Railway Station
💡 The ordinary train (2nd class, fan) is cheapest but slow and often late. Book 1st or 2nd class air-con car 13 or 14. Get off at Kamphaeng Phet Station, then walk or take a motorbike taxi (30 THB) to D Resort—it's 1.5 km south.
Kamphaeng Phet City Centre → D Resort Kamphaeng Phet
💡 Songthaews run along Tesa Road and stop at the market. Flag one down, tell them 'D Resort' or show a map. Motorbike taxis gather near the clock tower—20–30 THB for the ride. After dark, haggle a bit as prices rise.
Mo Chit Bus Terminal (Bangkok) → Kamphaeng Phet Bus Terminal
💡 Catch the Bangkok–Kamphaeng Phet direct bus from Mo Chit. Buy your ticket at counter 32. Sit on the left side for views of the river. From the bus terminal, take a songthaew (20 THB) to D Resort on Tesa Road.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) → D Resort Kamphaeng Phet
💡 Book through the hotel or a local company like Kamphaeng Phet Taxi Service. The drive takes 4–5 hours via Highway 1. Negotiate the price in advance; 2,500 THB is typical for a private car.
About Kamphaeng Phet
Wikipedia ↗
Kamphaeng Phet is a town (thesaban mueang) in central Thailand, former capital of the Kamphaeng Phet Province. It covers the complete tambon Nai Mueang of the Mueang Kamphaeng Phet district. As of 2020, it has a population of 28,817.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at CK Resort?
Request the highest available floor (3rd or above) in the rear wing, facing the pool or internal garden. These rooms avoid the main road and get early morning light without street rumble.
Which rooms should I avoid at CK Resort?
Steer clear of ground-floor rooms facing the street (east side) – they pick up traffic noise from the main road and have less privacy from passers-by. Also avoid rooms directly above or next to the lift shaft on floors 1-2 (vibration and ding sounds).
Is CK Resort noisy?
Kamphaeng Phet’s main road carries moderate traffic (cars, tuk-tuks, motorbikes) from early morning until around 10pm. The hotel has no double glazing, so street-facing rooms hear it clearly. A small bar/restaurant on the ground floor may have music until 11pm on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at CK Resort?
Rooms at the back of the hotel (west side) overlook the small pool and garden – not stunning but green and quiet. Street-facing rooms see the main road and a few shops; nothing special, and noisier.
What are insider tips for staying at CK Resort?
Park in the small lot at the rear – it’s free and quieter than the street-side area. Ask for a room on the 3rd floor at check-in; if the hotel is quiet, they’ll often upgrade you at no charge.
What time is check-in at CK Resort?
Check-in at CK Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does CK Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; download speed ~15 Mbps, no login constraints (open network)
Is there a city or tourist tax at CK Resort?
None (no separate city or tourist tax; accommodation rate includes VAT and service charge)
Where can I eat cheaply near CK Resort?
Rice with a single curry or stir-fry from a food stall or local restaurant, about 40-60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from CK Resort?
Songthaews (shared pickup trucks) run fixed routes for 10-20 baht. No mass transit in town. To/from the airport: a local bus or shared minivan from the terminal into the city costs about 50 baht; a taxi is around 200 baht.
When is the best time to visit Kamphaeng Phet?
November to February: cool, dry days (25–30°C) perfect for cycling through the historical park. Crowds are low outside December’s New Year peak.
Top Attractions in Kamphaeng Phet
💡 Come at sunset when the light is good for photos and the temperature drops. Street food vendors set up near the car park selling grilled chicken and som tam. Free entry; boat rental about 30 baht.
💡 Come late afternoon when the light catches the gold tiles. Monks here are friendly and happy to chat if you show respect — take off shoes before entering the hall. Free entry, but donations welcome.
💡 Skip the audio guide — it's dated. Instead, ask the staff for a photocopied English brochure. Entry is 50 baht for foreigners. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
💡 Rent a bicycle from a shop near the park entrance for about 40 baht. The forest park zone is quieter and shadier in the afternoon. Entry is 100 baht for foreigners, free for Thais.
💡 Go early on a weekday – it gets busy with Thai tour groups on weekends. Entry is 200 baht for foreigners, 40 baht for Thais. Bring insect repellent; the mosquitoes are fierce near the water.