Your stay — Sima Thani
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The Property — Sima Thani
Sima Thani is a solidly reliable 4-star business hotel with a dated but comfortable lobby of polished marble and low leather sofas. Its USP is location: it sits directly across from the main bus terminal and a 15-minute walk from the night bazaar, making it ideal for a practical stopover. This suits travellers who want clean rooms, a decent pool and breakfast buffet without any frills or character, rather than those seeking boutique charm.
Chronicles of Nakhon Ratchasima
Nakhon Ratchasima, known locally as Korat, was founded in the 17th century as a strategic eastern gateway of the Ayutthaya Kingdom. Its old city wall and moat date from that period, rebuilt by King Narai to defend against Lao and Khmer incursions. The city’s contemporary identity revolves around its role as a transport and logistics hub for Isaan, leavened by a lively food scene and the towering statue of Thao Suranari (Lady Mo), a local heroine who led a rebellion in 1826. Modern Korat is an expanding, traffic-heavy provincial capital that blends concrete commercial strips with temple compounds and a growing café culture.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nakhon Ratchasima guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry weather with daytime highs around 28–32°C, low humidity, and very little rain. This also overlaps with the cool-season festivals like the Korat Winter Fair, so crowds are manageable but not oppressive.
Peak / festival surge
April: the hottest month (average 36°C, often higher) and the Songkran water festival (13–15 April) brings domestic tourists for street parties. Hotel prices can jump 30–50% and book out weeks in advance.
Budget shoulder season
March and October: March is still hot but crowds thin after Songkran; October sees the transition to cooler weather and hotel rates drop 20–30% from peak. Both offer decent discounts and fewer tourists.
Weather & packing
July is in the wet season — expect heavy but short afternoon downpours. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or compact umbrella and quick-dry footwear; leave denim at home as it clings horribly in humidity.
Live City Briefing — Nakhon Ratchasima
- New intercity train station under construction (due 2027) means ongoing road disruptions around the railway area; allow extra time to reach Sima Thani if arriving by train.
- Thao Suranari statue area is undergoing pedestrianisation work through late 2026, so some footpaths near the old city gate are closed off.
- The annual Korat Night Bazaar in the Thao Suranari area is operating as usual but with temporary stalls relocated during the construction — expect a slightly reduced layout in July.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sima Thani, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 8-12, facing the pool or the rear of the hotel away from the main road. These upper floors are quieter and offer better air circulation.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3 due to potential street noise from Nakhon Ratchasima’s main roads, and proximity to the lobby and function rooms. Also avoid rooms near the lift banks or service stairs on any floor.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms facing the pool or city skyline offer the best views. The rear side overlooks quieter residential areas and possibly the pool, while front rooms see the main road and distant mountains on a clear day.
Quietest floors
Floors 8-12 are likely the quietest, further from traffic and public areas.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main thoroughfare in Nakhon Ratchasima, so front-facing rooms get traffic hum, especially during rush hours (7-9am, 5-7pm). There may also be noise from the lobby/restaurant on lower floors and the lift well on all floors if near it.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, park in the rear lot—quieter and closer to the pool entrance. 2. On check-in, ask for a room with a balcony (some upper rooms have them) for better ventilation. 3. Breakfast is served in the ground-floor restaurant; go by 7:30am to avoid the 8-9am crowd.
- 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 — Sima Thani
Free standard wifi in rooms and public areas; speed around 10 Mbps; login via room number and surname; no premium tier
Two lifts serve all five floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; complimentary Bangkok Post and Nation newspapers at lobby daily; no building heritage quirks
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged at 50% of room rate until 18:00
Free storage at bell desk for same-day arrivals and departures; long-term storage by arrangement
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; wheelchair-accessible rooms on floor 3; no lift to pool area (two steps)
Free on-site parking for 40 cars; no valet; nearest public car park is at The Mall Korat (200 THB overnight); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A 50% deposit of total stay is required at booking; a 1,000 THB incidental hold is placed on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดหลักร้อย (785 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Wat Khok Prom (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดป่าสาลาวัน (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดเลียบ (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
F.O.I. park — 561 m · ~7 min walk
พิพิธภัณท์ ภาพ 3มิติ โคราช — 305 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 193 m · ~2 min walk
Watsons — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
7-Eleven — 214 m · ~3 min walk
นครราชสีมา — 2.1 km · ~27 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Exchange booths in town (e.g., SuperRich) offer better rates than banks; avoid airport and tourist-area kiosks as they give poor rates.
Cards work at larger shops, hotels, and restaurants, but cash is king at street stalls, local buses, and small eateries; contactless is rare.
Not expected, but small change (10–20 baht) for hotel staff and rounding up taxi fares (e.g., 200 baht for a 190 baht ride) is appreciated; restaurants usually add no service charge.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee stalls (7-Eleven or street carts) cost around 20–30 baht.
Rice with one or two curries from a local eatery (a 'guy shop') costs 40–60 baht.
A basic stir-fry or noodle dish from a market stall or small restaurant runs 50–80 baht.
The area around the main bus terminal and night market (near the statue of Thao Suranaree) has cheap, authentic stalls and vendors.
Tops Daily, 7-Eleven, and Big C Extra are the common budget grocery chains in the city.
The main stretch of shops on Maharat Road and the weekend market (Klang Plaza area) sell cheap clothing.
Local songthaews (shared pickups) run fixed routes for about 8–15 baht; for long-distance, the cheapest way from Bangkok is the second-class sleeper train (around 300 baht).
Always negotiate the fare with tuk-tuks before getting in (start at half what they quote). Eat at the food court in the main bus station (Korat 1) for cheap, clean meals. Buy water at 7-Eleven rather than convenience kiosks.
Good to know — Nakhon Ratchasima
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.7 · THB
Emergency Contacts
Nakhon RatchasimaTourist Police: 1155 (English assistance). For general emergencies in Nakhon Ratchasima city, dial 191. The provincial hospital (Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital) can be reached at +66 44 245 100.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Nakhon Ratchasima, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Sima Thani
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 193 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Watsons — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Korat Bus Terminal 2 → Korat Hotel (via Route 2)
💡 These are minibuses, not trams—locals call them 'songthaews'. Flag one down on the ring road and tell the driver 'Korat Hotel.' They’re cramped but cheap. Have small change ready.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK) → Korat Hotel, Nakhon Ratchasima
💡 Book at the official taxi stand outside arrivals to avoid scams. Negotiate a fixed price before getting in—most drivers accept 1500-1800 THB for the 3-hour drive.
Mo Chit 2 Bus Terminal (Bangkok) → Korat Bus Terminal 2 (near Korat Hotel)
💡 Buy tickets at counter 24 on the upper floor—the VIP bus has legroom and aircon. Get off at Terminal 2, which is a 10-minute walk or 50 THB tuk-tuk ride from Korat Hotel.
Bangkok Hua Lamphong Station → Nakhon Ratchasima Railway Station
💡 Take the 06:30 departure for the best experience—it’s slow but scenic, and you save cash. From the station to Korat Hotel, a songthaew costs 20 THB and runs every 15 minutes until 20:00.
About Nakhon Ratchasima
Wikipedia ↗
Nakhon Ratchasima (Thai: นครราชสีมา, pronounced [ná(ʔ).kʰɔ̄ːn râːt.t͡ɕʰá.sǐː.māː]) is the capital of Nakhon Ratchasima province, the largest city in Northeastern Thailand and the third-largest city in Thailand. It is 250 kilometres (160 mi) northeast of Bangkok, one of the four major cities of Isan ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Sima Thani?
Request a room on floors 8-12, facing the pool or the rear of the hotel away from the main road. These upper floors are quieter and offer better air circulation.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sima Thani?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3 due to potential street noise from Nakhon Ratchasima’s main roads, and proximity to the lobby and function rooms. Also avoid rooms near the lift banks or service stairs on any floor.
Is Sima Thani noisy?
The hotel is on a main thoroughfare in Nakhon Ratchasima, so front-facing rooms get traffic hum, especially during rush hours (7-9am, 5-7pm). There may also be noise from the lobby/restaurant on lower floors and the lift well on all floors if near it.
Which rooms have the best views at Sima Thani?
Upper-floor rooms facing the pool or city skyline offer the best views. The rear side overlooks quieter residential areas and possibly the pool, while front rooms see the main road and distant mountains on a clear day.
What are insider tips for staying at Sima Thani?
1. If you drive, park in the rear lot—quieter and closer to the pool entrance. 2. On check-in, ask for a room with a balcony (some upper rooms have them) for better ventilation. 3. Breakfast is served in the ground-floor restaurant; go by 7:30am to avoid the 8-9am crowd.
What time is check-in at Sima Thani?
Check-in at Sima Thani is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sima Thani have Wi-Fi?
Free standard wifi in rooms and public areas; speed around 10 Mbps; login via room number and surname; no premium tier
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sima Thani?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sima Thani?
Rice with one or two curries from a local eatery (a 'guy shop') costs 40–60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sima Thani?
Local songthaews (shared pickups) run fixed routes for about 8–15 baht; for long-distance, the cheapest way from Bangkok is the second-class sleeper train (around 300 baht).
When is the best time to visit Nakhon Ratchasima?
November to February: cool, dry weather with daytime highs around 28–32°C, low humidity, and very little rain. This also overlaps with the cool-season festivals like the Korat Winter Fair, so crowds are manageable but not oppressive.
Top Attractions in Nakhon Ratchasima
💡 Visit at sunset when locals gather to exercise and sell street food. The monument itself is best seen from the front for a photo.
💡 No entry fee, but wear long trousers or bring a sarong to borrow at the gate. The prang is best viewed from the north side late afternoon.
💡 Entry is 20 baht for Thais, 50 for foreigners. Head to the back hall for the detailed dinosaur exhibits—the front rooms are small.
💡 Entry is 100 baht for adults, 50 for kids. Rent a bicycle inside for 30 baht/hour to cover the grounds quickly. Avoid midday heat.
💡 Entry is 400 baht for foreigners, but free for Thais. Go on weekdays to skip crowds and spot wild elephants at dusk.