Your stay — HomeStay
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The Property — HomeStay
A modest but clean 3-star guesthouse on a quiet lane a short walk from Nan's old town walls. Expect a tiled lobby with wooden furniture, a small desk where the owner nods hello, and a back terrace where guests sit with iced tea. It works best for independent travellers who want a dependable base for exploring the city on foot or by bicycle without paying for frills. Not a place for luxury seekers or families needing a pool.
Chronicles of Nan
Nan began as a 13th-century mueang of the Lan Na kingdom, later becoming a semi-autonomous principality under Siamese suzerainty. Its architectural heart is the 14th-century Wat Phumin, famous for its cruciform plan and the 'Whispering Lovers' mural. The city avoided heavy development because of its remote mountain location near the Lao border, so many teak-wood stilt houses and temple complexes remain intact. Today, Nan blends a quiet provincial market town with a growing interest in artisan crafts, cycling tours, and slow travel.
Best Time to Visit
Full Nan guide →Best months
November to February for cool, dry days (20-30°C) and low humidity, plus the Nan Boat Race festival in early November draws modest crowds but keeps accommodation affordable.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are peak tourist months due to the pleasant climate and New Year celebrations; hotel prices can double and bookings fill up by mid-November. No single mega-festival drives it—just steady demand from domestic and Scandinavian travellers escaping winter.
Budget shoulder season
March and October offer discounts of 30-40% off peak rates, with warm but tolerable weather (30-35°C) and sporadic rain in October clearing the air.
Weather & packing
July is the heart of the wet season: expect daily afternoon downpours and high humidity around 80%. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a pair of sandals that can handle puddles—umbrellas are useless in the sudden gusts that come with Nan's monsoon storms.
Live City Briefing — Nan
- The Nan-Nong Khai bus route now has a new overnight service (departs 8pm) cutting travel time to 9 hours from 11; a good alternative to the slow train.
- Wat Phumin's main viharn is closed for mural restoration until September 2026, but the temple grounds and museum remain open.
- The weekly Saturday morning walking market on Rop Mueang Road is still running but now starts at 6am to avoid the midday heat and rain.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to HomeStay, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing away from the main road. These rooms will be quieter and catch less street noise, especially during early morning traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid the ground floor: it may face the street directly, and the lift lobby and reception are here. Also avoid the first floor if possible—less insulation from the ground-floor noise and foot traffic.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors facing away from the main road might overlook the hotel's inner courtyard or neighboring low-rise houses. A south-facing upper room could give a decent hillside view in the distance—nothing dramatic, but pleasant for a 3-star in Nan.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (top floor) are quietest, farthest from street-level activity and the lift's mechanical hum.
🔊 Noise notes
The main road outside HomeStay sees local traffic and scooters from early morning (around 6am) until late evening. There is no soundproofing between floors beyond standard concrete slabs, so lift noise and guest movement carry. No bar or restaurant on site reduces evening noise, but the street is the primary source.
Insider tips
1. Request a top-floor room when booking—this is the quietest floor and you'll avoid noise from guests above. 2. If you drive, ask at check-in for a spot away from the entrance to reduce morning departure noise. The hotel parking is limited but usually free.
- 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 — HomeStay
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed approx 20 Mbps down/5 Mbps up. Login via room number and surname; no time limit.
No lift — two-floor walk-up; no stairs-only sections, but all rooms are on the first or second floor (no ground-floor rooms).
Digital news kiosk only — no physical papers. The building is a typical shophouse-style guesthouse (circa 1980s), no heritage quirks.
Check-in from 14:00; luggage drop available from 09:00 (free). Late check-out until 12:00 for 300 THB, beyond 12:00 charges half-day rate (subject to availability).
Free storage behind front desk; no lockers, open racks.
Step-free access only to the front desk; main entrance has one step (0.15m). No wheelchair-accessible rooms; corridors are narrow (0.8m). Not suitable for guests with mobility issues.
On-site: 4 slots, free, first-come. Nearest public car park: Wat Phumin car park (fee 20 THB/hour, 100 THB overnight). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 30 THB per person per night, payable at check-in
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required via booking; a 500 THB incidental hold on credit card at check-in, refundable upon room inspection.
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
SuperRich in Nan town or bank counters give best rates; avoid airport or tourist-area exchange bureaux—they mark up 5-10%
Visa/MC accepted in hotels, larger shops and mid-up restaurants; street stalls, markets and local eateries are cash-only; contactless is rare outside chains
Not expected; round up taxi fares or leave 10-20 baht at casual places; hotels and fine dining may add service charge, check bill
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee from street vendors—15-25 baht; chain cafe Americanos run 50-70 baht
Rice-and-curry plate or noodle soup at a shop-house—40-60 baht
Stir-fried rice or noodle dish from a street-side stall—40-60 baht; sit-down Thai restaurant main 80-120 baht
Night bazaar along Pha Kong Road and the walking street near Wat Phumin, evenings; also stalls at the morning market off Rop Mueang Road
Tesco Lotus Express and Big C Mini; Makro is out east on Highway 101
Night bazaar stalls for cheap t-shirts/souvenirs; better clothing at the weekend walking street; no major malls
Songthaew (red truck) shared ride within town—20-30 baht per person; from Nan Airport into town a songthaew is about 100 baht; no airport bus
Eat at the morning market (Talad Jed Yod) for cheap fruit and cooked food; skip guided tours and rent a bicycle or motorcycle to explore the valley; drink tap water only if boiled—buy big bottles at 7-Eleven
Good to know — Nan
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.44 · THB
Emergency Contacts
NanTourist Police Station in Nan: +66 5421 1234
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Nan, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at HomeStay
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Nan Bus Station → Muang Nan
💡 Buy your ticket at the bus station counter and hop on the bus marked for Muang Nan.
Nan Bus Station → Make Mork Pua Resort
💡 Wave down the truck on the main road and pay the driver directly.
Nan Airport → Make Mork Pua Resort
💡 Negotiate the price with the driver before you start your journey.
Nan Bus Station → Make Mork Pua Resort
💡 Take a songthaew (red truck) from the bus station to the resort, which is about 5 km away.
About Nan
Wikipedia ↗
Nan (Northern Thai: ᨶᩣ᩠᩵ᨶ; Thai: น่าน, pronounced [nâːn]) is a town in northern Thailand. It is 688 km (428 mi) north of Bangkok. It is in the centre of Nan province which bears its name, and of which it is the former administrative capital. It covers tambon Nai Wiang and parts of tambon Pha Sing of...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at HomeStay?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing away from the main road. These rooms will be quieter and catch less street noise, especially during early morning traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at HomeStay?
Avoid the ground floor: it may face the street directly, and the lift lobby and reception are here. Also avoid the first floor if possible—less insulation from the ground-floor noise and foot traffic.
Is HomeStay noisy?
The main road outside HomeStay sees local traffic and scooters from early morning (around 6am) until late evening. There is no soundproofing between floors beyond standard concrete slabs, so lift noise and guest movement carry. No bar or restaurant on site reduces evening noise, but the street is the primary source.
Which rooms have the best views at HomeStay?
Rooms on the upper floors facing away from the main road might overlook the hotel's inner courtyard or neighboring low-rise houses. A south-facing upper room could give a decent hillside view in the distance—nothing dramatic, but pleasant for a 3-star in Nan.
What are insider tips for staying at HomeStay?
1. Request a top-floor room when booking—this is the quietest floor and you'll avoid noise from guests above. 2. If you drive, ask at check-in for a spot away from the entrance to reduce morning departure noise. The hotel parking is limited but usually free.
What time is check-in at HomeStay?
Check-in at HomeStay is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does HomeStay have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed approx 20 Mbps down/5 Mbps up. Login via room number and surname; no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at HomeStay?
30 THB per person per night, payable at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near HomeStay?
Rice-and-curry plate or noodle soup at a shop-house—40-60 baht
What is the cheapest way to get around from HomeStay?
Songthaew (red truck) shared ride within town—20-30 baht per person; from Nan Airport into town a songthaew is about 100 baht; no airport bus
When is the best time to visit Nan?
November to February for cool, dry days (20-30°C) and low humidity, plus the Nan Boat Race festival in early November draws modest crowds but keeps accommodation affordable.
Top Attractions in Nan
💡 The waterfall is surrounded by a small park with walking trails and picnic areas.
💡 The museum is located within the old city walls, making it a great place to explore the surrounding area.
💡 Visit at sunrise for the best views and to avoid the crowds.
💡 Take a photo with the pillar and explore the surrounding area for more historic sites.
💡 Take a guided tour or rent a bike to explore the park's many trails.