Your stay — Vu Place
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The Property — Vu Place
Vu Place is a no-nonsense 3-star hotel on Nakhon Ratchasima's ring road, aimed squarely at travellers who want a clean, quiet room for the night. The lobby is a modest, tiled space with a reception desk and a coffee machine — nothing flashy, but efficient. Its USP is location: five minutes by taxi from the main bus terminal and the city's night market, making it a practical base for a one-night stopover between Bangkok and Isaan.
Chronicles of Nakhon Ratchasima
Nakhon Ratchasima, often called Korat, was founded in the 17th century by King Narai as a strategic eastern frontier fortress, with a moat and walls that still partly remain. The city was a key staging post on the ancient trade routes connecting Ayutthaya to Laos and Cambodia. In the 20th century, it expanded rapidly as a rail and road hub, and today it's a busy provincial capital where modern concrete high-rises stand alongside restored shophouses and the Thao Suranari monument – a focus of local pride and annual festivals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nakhon Ratchasima guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry weather with daytime highs around 30°C, little rain, and fewer tourists than Bangkok.
Peak / festival surge
December: high season for cool weather and the annual Thao Suranari Festival (late Mar/early Apr). Hotels in this bracket typically raise rates 20-30%.
Budget shoulder season
March and October: still warm but drier, with hotel discounts of 15-25% and noticeably fewer crowds at sites like Phimai Historical Park.
Weather & packing
Korat has a distinct 'cool season' from Nov-Feb where early mornings can drop to 15°C, even if afternoons hit 30°C. Pack a light jacket or sweater for evenings and dawn – not just for the AC.
Live City Briefing — Nakhon Ratchasima
- The new Korat–Bangkok high-speed rail line (part of the Eastern Economic Corridor) is expected to begin test runs in late 2026, reducing travel time from 4 hours to under 2 hours.
- The city's main fresh market, Talat Mae Kim, has reopened after a major renovation, with better drainage and more food stalls.
- Heavy rain in June caused localised flooding on the ring road near the hotel; check conditions before heading out, though July is usually drier.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Vu Place, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the quieter side away from the main road (likely the rear or side of the building). These middle floors avoid street-level noise and lift traffic but still have decent light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise, lobby footfall, and possible service noise) and any room directly above the main entrance or facing the front street — expect motorbike and tuk-tuk noise from the city's busy streets.
Best views
Side or rear rooms on floors 3-4 have views over local residential rooftops or small streets, which is about as good as it gets at a 3-star in the city centre — avoid the front which looks onto traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — they're high enough to escape ground-level racket but not near any rooftop equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Main road outside is a steady stream of scooters, songthaews, and trucks especially from 7am–9pm. The lift (if present) is audible from adjacent rooms — avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Insider tips
If you're driving, ask about free on-site parking on arrival — spaces are limited. Check-in can be slow during local holidays so arrive early.
- 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 — Vu Place
Free for all guests; single-device login (reusable); speed around 30 Mbps typical; no paid upgrade
One lift serves all 6 floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; no printed papers; no notable heritage features – a practical 1990s mid-rise
Standard check-in 14:00, checkout 12:00; early bag drop always free; late checkout till 18:00 costs 50% of room rate, subject to availability
Free for same-day before check-in or after checkout
Step-free main entrance; lift to all floors; wide corridors but no dedicated accessible room adaptations
Free on-site parking for about 20 cars (first-come, first-served); no valet; no EV charging; nearest public parking is at Terminal 21 Korat mall, 1 km away, 20 THB per hour
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 500 THB incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
เซ็นทรัล โคราช — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
พิพิธภัณฑ์เมืองนครราชสีมา — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 860 m · ~11 min walk
Max Mart — 328 m · ~4 min walk
สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสาร จังหวัดนครราชสีมา แห่งที่ 2 — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use official bank exchange booths or ATMs (accepting international cards) for decent rates; avoid airport or tourist-area bureaux that charge high fees or poor rates.
Cards widely accepted at hotels, mid-range to upmarket restaurants, and larger shops; smaller street stalls and local eateries are cash-only. Contactless is common in big chains.
Tipping not expected but appreciated – leave spare change (like 20-50 baht) for good service in restaurants; taxi drivers usually don't expect a tip; hotel staff can take 20 baht for luggage help.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee (gafae yen) from street stalls or market kiosks – around 20-30 baht.
Khao man gai (chicken rice) or pad thai from a market stall – about 40-60 baht.
A basic Thai stir-fry or noodle dish from a local restaurant – roughly 60-80 baht for a main.
Saveur-filled night markets and the Korat Walking Street weekend market are the main cheap-eats hubs, with grilled meats, som tam, and noodle bowls.
Budget supermarket chains like Tesco Lotus and Big C are common in this area.
Main shopping streets and the Klang Plaza area offer affordable high-street fashion and local brands; market stalls sell very cheap casualwear.
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 10-20 baht per ride around town; from the airport, the cheapest way is the airport bus (around 50 baht) to the city centre.
Eat where locals queue – street food is cheapest and authentic; use songthaews over taxis for short hops; buy drinking water in bulk from 7-Eleven not hotel minibars.
Good to know — Nakhon Ratchasima
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.34 · 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 Vu Place
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 860 m · ~11 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 Vu Place?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the quieter side away from the main road (likely the rear or side of the building). These middle floors avoid street-level noise and lift traffic but still have decent light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Vu Place?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (street-level noise, lobby footfall, and possible service noise) and any room directly above the main entrance or facing the front street — expect motorbike and tuk-tuk noise from the city's busy streets.
Is Vu Place noisy?
Main road outside is a steady stream of scooters, songthaews, and trucks especially from 7am–9pm. The lift (if present) is audible from adjacent rooms — avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor.
Which rooms have the best views at Vu Place?
Side or rear rooms on floors 3-4 have views over local residential rooftops or small streets, which is about as good as it gets at a 3-star in the city centre — avoid the front which looks onto traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Vu Place?
If you're driving, ask about free on-site parking on arrival — spaces are limited. Check-in can be slow during local holidays so arrive early.
What time is check-in at Vu Place?
Check-in at Vu Place is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Vu Place have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; single-device login (reusable); speed around 30 Mbps typical; no paid upgrade
Is there a city or tourist tax at Vu Place?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Vu Place?
Khao man gai (chicken rice) or pad thai from a market stall – about 40-60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Vu Place?
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 10-20 baht per ride around town; from the airport, the cheapest way is the airport bus (around 50 baht) to the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Nakhon Ratchasima?
November to February: cool, dry weather with daytime highs around 30°C, little rain, and fewer tourists than Bangkok.
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.