Your stay — Sunset Resort and Bar
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The Property — Sunset Resort and Bar
The Sunset Resort and Bar is a straightforward, budget-friendly base on the outskirts of Phetchabun, with views of the Khao Kho mountains if the haze lifts. The lobby is a modest open-sided sala with rattan furniture and a fan, where you check in while a small bar serves cold Singha. It suits independent travellers or couples who want a clean room and a pool without frills, and who plan to spend their days exploring Phu Tab Berk or the city's night market rather than lounging at the resort.
Chronicles of Phetchabun
Phetchabun was established as a frontier outpost during the Sukhothai period (13th–15th centuries), guarding the kingdom’s eastern border against the Khmer. It grew slowly as an agricultural centre — rice, tamarind, and later tobacco — and is now the commercial hub of the province, with a scattered, low-rise layout along the Pa Sak River. The city’s cultural identity remains distinctly central Thai, with a strong Buddhist presence of wat and a weekly walking street market that draws locals and tourists. Unlike the nearby hill-tribe town of Khao Kho, Phetchabun city has kept its small-town feel, with no gentrified coffee scene or international hotels.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phetchabun guide →Best months
November to February: cool season with clear skies, temperatures 20–30°C, and low humidity. Ideal for hill walks and night markets without rain.
Peak / festival surge
December and January are peak for domestic tourists escaping Bangkok’s heat; hotel prices at resorts like Sunset can double. The Phu Tab Berk morning fog phenomenon draws crowds for sunrise trips.
Budget shoulder season
March and October offer discounts of 30–40%, with still-comfortable weather (mornings cool, afternoons hot). Fewer crowds on the mountain viewpoints.
Weather & packing
Phetchabun has a surprise cool season: before sunrise, temperatures in July can drop to 18–20°C in the hills. Pack a light fleece or sweater for early-morning trips to Phu Tab Berk, even in summer.
Live City Briefing — Phetchabun
- The Phetchabun-Pa Sak River floodwall project is ongoing; expect some detours near the city centre during July’s rainy afternoons.
- The weekly Saturday Walking Street Market now opens at 4pm instead of 5pm, with new food stalls focused on local grilled chicken (kai yang Phetchabun).
- The new Khao Kho–Phetchabun bypass road (Route 2252) opened in 2025, cutting travel time to Phu Tab Berk by 20 minutes — but watch for unpaved sections after heavy rain.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sunset Resort and Bar, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear garden/rice paddies — these are above the bar's peak noise yet still get the hill views across Phetchabun valley.
Rooms to avoid
Do not accept ground-floor rooms near the bar or pool — these get drunken chatter until midnight and the karaoke machine. Also skip rooms 101-104 which share a wall with the service stairs.
Best views
East-facing rooms (rear of the building) overlook the resort's banana grove and the Khao Kho mountain range at dawn. West-facing rooms get the setting sun straight in the window — hot and bright from 15:00–18:00.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are quietest: the bar crowd disperses by 23:00, and the street-front rooms on these floors lose the road rumble after 22:00.
🔊 Noise notes
The bar crew does soundcheck at 17:00 daily. Friday nights feature a live northern Thai band until midnight —request a room far from the pool if you arrive Thursday–Sunday.
Insider tips
1. Parking is loose gravel behind the building: request a ground-floor room if you have heavy luggage, but sacrifice quiet. 2. The mini-mart across the street sells ice and Chang beer at 7/11 prices, half the resort's bar markup. 3. Room 302 and 303 have the best afternoon shade and mountain views.
- 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 — Sunset Resort and Bar
Free WiFi throughout, speed averages 15 Mbps; login via room number and surname
Lift serves all three floors of main building; no stairs-only wings
Complimentary digital PressReader access via QR code in lobby; no physical newspapers
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00; early bag drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 16:00 charged 500 THB
Free baggage storage for day guests and after check-out
Step-free entrance and lift; no dedicated wheelchair-accessible rooms but ground-floor rooms available on request
Free on-site parking for up to 50 cars; no valet; nearest public car park is 5 km away in Khao Kho town (free, uncovered); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full advance deposit required at booking; 1,000 THB incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดซับสมอทอด (วัดเหนือ) (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Place of worship: ศาลเจ้าพ่อเจ้าแม่บึงสามพัน (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Exchange cash at banks or yellow money changers in town; avoid the airport or tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard accepted in hotels and larger shops; smaller stalls and street food are cash-only. Contactless is rare.
Not expected; round up taxi fares or leave 20-50 baht for good service at restaurants. Hotel staff appreciate 20 baht for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or black iced coffee from local stalls: 20-30 THB.
Rice or noodle dish from a market stall: 40-60 THB.
Simple Thai main dish at a local restaurant: 60-100 THB.
Night market around the central clock tower or along Thanon Seree Thai for grilled meats, som tam (papaya salad), and khao phat (fried rice).
Tesco Lotus and Makro are the main budget supermarkets in Phetchabun town.
Phetchabun walking street market (Friday evening) for cheap T-shirts and casual wear.
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) routes around town: 10-20 THB per ride. From the nearest airport (Phitsanulok), take a minivan to Phetchabun bus station for about 150 THB.
Eat at the night market for the cheapest meals. Use local songthaews instead of tuk-tuks. Buy water and snacks at 7-Eleven rather than tourist stalls.
Good to know — Phetchabun
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.65 · THB
Emergency Contacts
PhetchabunWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Phetchabun, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Sunset Resort and Bar
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bangkok Hua Lamphong Station → Bua Yai Junction (Nakhon Ratchasima)
💡 Not direct—you'll need a connecting bus or taxi from Bua Yai to Phetchabun (another 2 hours). Cheapest option, but slow. The train gives good scenery through Isaan farmlands.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) → Phuam Gawtpi Resort, Phetchabun
💡 Book with a local driver via the resort or apps like Grab. The road from Bangkok to Phetchabun is mostly highway, but the final 10km to the resort is winding mountain road; a larger sedan or SUV handles it better.
Bangkok Mo Chit Bus Terminal → Phetchabun Bus Station
💡 Take a VIP bus (24 seats) for legroom; they run to Phetchabun town. From the bus station, hire a songthaew (shared pickup truck) to the resort for 200-300 THB total, but negotiate first.
Phetchabun town centre → Phuam Gawtpi Resort
💡 Songthaews follow fixed routes but rarely go up to the resort without a special hire. Flag one on Si Thep Road in town; expect 100-200 THB for a private run. Motorbike taxis are faster but carry you up the steep hill—hold on tight.
About Phetchabun
Wikipedia ↗
Phetchabun (Thai: เพชรบูรณ์, pronounced [pʰét.tɕʰā.būːn]) is one of Thailand's seventy-six provinces (changwat) and lies in lower northern Thailand. Neighbouring provinces are (from north clockwise) Loei, Khon Kaen, Chaiyaphum, Lopburi, Nakhon Sawan, Phichit and Phitsanulok.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Sunset Resort and Bar?
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear garden/rice paddies — these are above the bar's peak noise yet still get the hill views across Phetchabun valley.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sunset Resort and Bar?
Do not accept ground-floor rooms near the bar or pool — these get drunken chatter until midnight and the karaoke machine. Also skip rooms 101-104 which share a wall with the service stairs.
Is Sunset Resort and Bar noisy?
The bar crew does soundcheck at 17:00 daily. Friday nights feature a live northern Thai band until midnight —request a room far from the pool if you arrive Thursday–Sunday.
Which rooms have the best views at Sunset Resort and Bar?
East-facing rooms (rear of the building) overlook the resort's banana grove and the Khao Kho mountain range at dawn. West-facing rooms get the setting sun straight in the window — hot and bright from 15:00–18:00.
What are insider tips for staying at Sunset Resort and Bar?
1. Parking is loose gravel behind the building: request a ground-floor room if you have heavy luggage, but sacrifice quiet. 2. The mini-mart across the street sells ice and Chang beer at 7/11 prices, half the resort's bar markup. 3. Room 302 and 303 have the best afternoon shade and mountain views.
What time is check-in at Sunset Resort and Bar?
Check-in at Sunset Resort and Bar is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sunset Resort and Bar have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speed averages 15 Mbps; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sunset Resort and Bar?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sunset Resort and Bar?
Rice or noodle dish from a market stall: 40-60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sunset Resort and Bar?
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) routes around town: 10-20 THB per ride. From the nearest airport (Phitsanulok), take a minivan to Phetchabun bus station for about 150 THB.
When is the best time to visit Phetchabun?
November to February: cool season with clear skies, temperatures 20–30°C, and low humidity. Ideal for hill walks and night markets without rain.
Top Attractions in Phetchabun
💡 Arrive around 6pm for the best selection; the grilled chicken sticky rice combo is a steal at 50 baht.
💡 Visit on a weekday afternoon when it's quiet; you can walk here from the main market in 10 minutes.
💡 Combine with the nearby city pillar shrine—both are a 15-minute walk from the bus station. No entrance fee.
💡 Go early morning to avoid crowds and the heat; the light is best for photos before 9am. Entry is 50 baht for foreigners.
💡 Rent a motorbike from Phetchabun town for the day; the road up is winding but scenic. Bring a jacket as it gets cold in the morning.