Your stay — the choize
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The Property — the choize
The Choize is a cheerful, no-frills 3-star on Maha Sarakham’s ring road, with a lime-green facade and a lobby that smells of fresh laundry and instant coffee. It’s spotless, efficient, and aimed at budget-conscious travellers who need a clean bed and strong Wi-Fi rather than character. The USP is location: a 10-minute walk from the university and the night market, and a short ride to the city’s few sights. It suits solo business visitors or backpackers breaking a journey between Khon Kaen and Ubon Ratchathani.
Maha Sarakham 연대기
Maha Sarakham was founded in 1865 as a settlement for Lao prisoners of war relocated after the Lao–Siamese conflicts, and its name means ‘great city of sands’ – a reference to the former riverbanks. For decades it was a quiet agricultural hub, until Maha Sarakham University opened in 1994, transforming the city into a young, student-driven town with a busy evening food scene. The architectural evolution is modest: old teak shophouses near the city pillar mix with concrete university buildings and 7-Elevens. Today the city’s cultural identity is lively but low-key, centred on Isan food, university festivals, and a relaxed pace far from the tourist trail.
Best Time to Visit
Maha Sarakham 완전 가이드 →Best months
November, December and January: cool, dry weather (20–30°C) with clear skies, perfect for exploring the nearby Phra That Na Dun temple and walking the night market. Crowds are light outside exam periods.
Peak / festival surge
April: the Songkran water festival fills hotels with visiting students and families. The Choize’s rates rise by 30–50% and rooms book out two weeks ahead. The city’s main water fights are on the university road.
Budget shoulder season
July and August: early-wet-season months with short downpours, lower room rates, and empty sights. The rain clears the heat (28–34°C) and the green Isan landscape is at its best.
Weather & packing
Maha Sarakham has a tropical wet-dry climate with a sharp rainy season from May to October – expect sudden, heavy afternoon thundershowers. Pack a compact umbrella and quick-dry footwear; leave cotton suits at home.
Live City Briefing — Maha Sarakham
- The city’s main Songkran event runs every 12–15 April; expect road closures around the university for water-throwing stages.
- Maha Sarakham’s night market on Ratchakarn Road has expanded with new food stalls serving Isan grilled chicken (kai yang) and tam mak hoong (papaya salad).
- Tuk-tuk drivers now run a flat 50 baht rate for any trip within the city loop – agree the fare before boarding.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to the choize, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high-floor room on the east side of the building, away from the main road. Floors 5-8 offer the best balance of quiet and lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on floors 1-3 near the front entrance and lift lobby, as they suffer from street noise from the main road and foot traffic. Avoid rooms directly above the lobby or near the service stairs.
Best views
East-facing rooms on floors 7-8 overlook the city skyline with less direct street noise; west-facing rooms see the sunset over low-rise buildings but are closer to the road.
Quietest floors
Floors 5-8, especially rooms at the end of corridors facing the interior courtyard or away from street-side windows.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a main road in Maha Sarakham, a provincial capital with moderate traffic. Early morning market noise and late-night tuk-tuk engines are common. Lift motor hum may be audible if your room is adjacent to the shaft.
Insider tips
Check in after 2pm to avoid queueing with tour groups, and request a room with a balcony – the 3-star rating means better airflow than relying solely on A/C. Parking is usually on the street or a small lot behind; ask reception to reserve a spot if you're driving.
- 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 — the choize
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed ~15 Mbps down, no login required.
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newsstand via PressReader on lobby tablet; no physical papers. Building is a modern low-rise (2022) with no notable heritage quirks.
Standard check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 (free); late check-out until 14:00 for 300 THB (subject to availability).
Free storage at front desk; no time limit but must collect before 22:00 same day.
Step-free entry at main entrance; single lift to all floors; no adapted rooms or grab bars in bathrooms.
On-site free parking for 20 cars, first-come-first-served. Nearest public car park is at Big C Maha Sarakham (200 m east), 20 THB/hour. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 50% of total stay via bank transfer or card; incidental hold of 500 THB at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดบ้านดินดำ (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
7-Eleven — 751 m · ~9 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Exchange cash at banks or gold shops in town; avoid the airport as rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in mid-range+ shops and hotels; cash needed for street food, local buses, and market stalls.
Not expected; round up taxi fares or leave small change at restaurants if happy with service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A hot black coffee from a street stall costs around 25–40 THB.
Pad Thai or rice with stir-fry from a market stall: 40–50 THB.
Grilled pork skewers or a simple curry dish: 50–80 THB for a main.
Night market along Ratchadaphisan Road or near the university for grilled meats, som tam, and noodle soups.
Tesco Lotus and Makro are the main budget supermarkets in Maha Sarakham.
Maha Sarakham Walking Street market on weekends for cheap T‑shirts and casual wear.
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) around town: 10–20 THB per ride; the nearest airport is Khon Kaen, then a 90‑minute bus (120–150 THB) or shared van (200–250 THB).
Eat at the university food court or the night market – massive savings over restaurants. Buy water in 1.5L bottles from 7‑Eleven (14 THB) rather than expensive mini bottles. Haggle gently at markets but not at shops with fixed prices.
Good to know — Maha Sarakham
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.62 · THB
Emergency Contacts
Maha SarakhamFor general emergencies, dial 191. For ambulance services, call 1669. Fire emergencies: 199. Tourist police: 1155 (English spoken). All numbers work nationwide, but response in rural areas like Maha Sarakham may be slower than in Bangkok.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Maha Sarakham, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at the choize
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Khon Kaen Airport → Stawan Hotel via Maha Sarakham Bus Station
💡 Take the airport bus to Khon Kaen Bus Terminal (30 baht), then a Bangkok-bound bus (120 baht, 1 hour) to Maha Sarakham. From the bus station, hop on a red songthaew (20 baht) to the hotel. Cheapest but slowest.
Roi Et Airport (ROI) → Green Park Hotel, Maha Sarakham
💡 Take the airport shuttle bus to Roi Et bus station (20 baht), then catch a yellow songthaew to Maha Sarakham. Get off at Pratu Phayom market and walk 10 mins to the hotel.
Maha Sarakham Bus Terminal → Green Park Hotel, Maha Sarakham
💡 Hop on the white songthaew with a blue stripe. Tell the driver 'Green Park' and he'll drop you at the corner of Soi 2. Hand the fare to the conductor, don't try to pay the driver.
Maha Sarakham City Centre → Stawan Hotel
💡 Flag down a red songthaew on the main roads—drivers know the hotel. Say 'Stawan' or 'Santi Nimit' (the soi name). No fixed route, so you might wait 5–10 mins. Best for short hops from the night market or university area.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Bangkok → Green Park Hotel, Maha Sarakham
💡 Only useful if you're coming directly from Bangkok. Book at the DMK limousine counter near Gate 5. The driver will take you door-to-door but it's cheaper to take the night bus from Mo Chit instead.
Khon Kaen Railway Station → Maha Sarakham Railway Station
💡 Trains are basic—no AC on cheap carriages. Bring water and snacks. From Khon Kaen Airport, take a taxi to the train station (200 baht). Then a tuk-tuk from Maha Sarakham station to the hotel (50 baht).
Roi Et Airport (ROI) → Green Park Hotel, Maha Sarakham
💡 Fix the fare before getting in. Ask for Nong, a reliable driver who waits outside arrivals. Better than the meter taxis that often overcharge.
Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) → Stawan Hotel & Convention Center, Maha Sarakham
💡 Book a taxi through the hotel or a local driver like Mr. Somchai (093-456-7890) in advance—airport taxis are rare. Negotiate the flat fare before leaving the airport.
Maha Sarakham 소개
Wikipedia ↗
Maha Sarakham (มหาสารคาม) is the capital city of Maha Sarakham province in Thailand's northeastern (Isan) region. Sarakham, as it is known to its inhabitants, is in a rice-growing area on the southern Khorat plain, straddling the Chi River. Mahasarakham is 475 km northeast of Bangkok and 73 km south...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at the choize?
Request a high-floor room on the east side of the building, away from the main road. Floors 5-8 offer the best balance of quiet and lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at the choize?
Rooms on floors 1-3 near the front entrance and lift lobby, as they suffer from street noise from the main road and foot traffic. Avoid rooms directly above the lobby or near the service stairs.
Is the choize noisy?
The hotel sits on a main road in Maha Sarakham, a provincial capital with moderate traffic. Early morning market noise and late-night tuk-tuk engines are common. Lift motor hum may be audible if your room is adjacent to the shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at the choize?
East-facing rooms on floors 7-8 overlook the city skyline with less direct street noise; west-facing rooms see the sunset over low-rise buildings but are closer to the road.
What are insider tips for staying at the choize?
Check in after 2pm to avoid queueing with tour groups, and request a room with a balcony – the 3-star rating means better airflow than relying solely on A/C. Parking is usually on the street or a small lot behind; ask reception to reserve a spot if you're driving.
What time is check-in at the choize?
Check-in at the choize is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does the choize have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed ~15 Mbps down, no login required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at the choize?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near the choize?
Pad Thai or rice with stir-fry from a market stall: 40–50 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from the choize?
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) around town: 10–20 THB per ride; the nearest airport is Khon Kaen, then a 90‑minute bus (120–150 THB) or shared van (200–250 THB).
When is the best time to visit Maha Sarakham?
November, December and January: cool, dry weather (20–30°C) with clear skies, perfect for exploring the nearby Phra That Na Dun temple and walking the night market. Crowds are light outside exam periods.
Maha Sarakham 주요 관광지
💡 Go early morning (before 8am) when the air is cool and you'll see monks receiving alms nearby. Dress modestly—cover shoulders and knees.
💡 Check the schedule—usually Friday or Saturday nights. Come hungry; the som tam (papaya salad) from the vendor near the main junction is excellent and costs about 30 baht.
💡 Sunset is the best time—bring a mat and buy grilled chicken skewers from the vendors on the east side from 4.30pm. Watch out for stray dogs after dark.
💡 Bring a small lotus flower or incense stick as an offering—sold cheaply at nearby stalls. Visit in the morning for a quieter experience.
💡 Peddalo boats cost 20 baht for 30 minutes—good for a laugh. The best time is just before sunset; the air cools and locals do group aerobics nearby.
💡 Photography inside is allowed but no flash. Pair this with a visit to the adjacent Wat Pa Yai temple. Allow 45 minutes.
💡 Ask the caretaker (usually around the donation box) to unlock the main hall—the murals inside are the real draw. Donation of 20 baht appreciated.
💡 Go late afternoon when the light hits the Buddha statue and the heat drops. Monks sometimes give blessings if you approach respectfully.