Your stay — Holatel
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The Property — Holatel
A clean, functional three-star in the commercial strip of Phitsanulok. The lobby is tiled and air-conditioned, with a small reception desk and a few armchairs by a TV; it feels efficient rather than cosy. It suits independent travellers and small groups who want a no-fuss base for exploring the city and a day trip to Sukhothai, with reliable WiFi, a decent breakfast spread, and off-street parking.
Chronicles of Phitsanulok
Phitsanulok has been a major administrative and trade centre since the Sukhothai period, and it served briefly as the capital of the Ayutthaya kingdom during the 16th century. The old city walls and several wats date from that era, though much of the modern centre was rebuilt after a devastating fire in the 1960s. Today it remains a transport hub for northern Thailand, with a lively night market and a strong noodle-culture identity, notably the local khao soi. The city’s contemporary identity balances provincial bureaucracy with tourism flows to the Sukhothai Historical Park, 60 km west.
Best Time to Visit
Full Phitsanulok guide →Best months
November, December – the rice harvest ends, the air is clear and dry, daytime temperatures stay below 33°C, and crowds are moderate outside festival weekends.
Peak / festival surge
April (Songkran water festival) – Phitsanulok gets very busy, hotel prices jump by 30-50%, and the city centre becomes a giant water fight. The heat is fierce, often reaching 40°C.
Budget shoulder season
February-March and October – still dry or just-dry, with cooler mornings and lower room rates than the November-January high season; you’ll find good deals midweek.
Weather & packing
Phitsanulok’s wet season (May–October) brings sudden, heavy downpours that flood low-lying streets within minutes. Pack a compact umbrella and quick-dry walking sandals, not leather shoes.
Live City Briefing — Phitsanulok
- The Phitsanulok–Sukhothai bus service now uses the new Terminal 2 next to CentralPlaza; the old bus station on Phra Ong Dam Road is closed. Buses to Sukhothai run every 30 minutes and cost 65 THB.
- Construction on the elevated railway bypass is ongoing east of the city centre; expect slight delays on Highway 12 towards Uttaradit, especially during morning rush hour.
- July is deep in the monsoon season – the Nan River is swollen and can flood riverside sections of the night market; check local advisories before heading to the waterfront wats.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Holatel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard rather than the street. The hotel has no lift, so upper floors (3-4) are naturally quieter from lobby and foot traffic, and the courtyard side reduces street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the reception or any street-facing rooms on floors 1-2. Ground floor picks up lobby noise and passing pedestrians; street-facing rooms on lower floors catch motorbike and truck rumble from Phitsanulok's main roads.
Best views
Best view is from higher courtyard-facing rooms (floors 3-4). You'll look over the hotel's inner space and rooftops, avoiding the dusty street view of Phitsanulok's main roads. No significant landmark view from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest at Holatel. The lack of a lift means less through-traffic, and being higher off the street cuts road noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: street traffic (motorbikes, trucks, songthaews) on Phitsanulok's main roads, especially during 07:00-09:00 and 16:00-18:00. No lift means potential clatter from stairs near rooms 1-2. Possible late-night guest chatter in ground-floor lobby.
Insider tips
1. If you're not carrying heavy luggage, ask for a top-floor courtyard room upon arrival — fewer guests pass by. 2. Check in after 14:00 when the midday check-out rush and street noise subsides.
- 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 — Holatel
Free basic Wi-Fi up to 5 Mbps per device; premium tier 15 Mbps costs 150 THB per 24h (no login constraints, simple portal).
One lift serves all guest floors (ground to 4th); no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to Bangkok Post via in-room tablet; no physical papers. No heritage quirks – building is modern (built 2018).
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed if room ready by 12:00; late check-out until 13:00 for 300 THB, until 15:00 for 600 THB (subject to availability).
Free storage at front desk for same-day arrivals/departures; overnight storage 100 THB per bag.
Step-free entry via ramp at main entrance; one accessible room on ground floor with widened doorways; no lift thresholds. Limited wheelchair access to rooftop terrace (one step).
Free on-site open-air parking for 30 cars (first-come, first-served); no EV charging. Nearest public car park is 500 m away at Wat Phra Sri Ratana Mahathat, 50 THB per 24h.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 100% of first night due at booking; incidental hold of 500 THB on check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Masjid Pakistan (283 m · ~4 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดนางพญา (420 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: คริสตจักรคุณานุกูล (425 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: พลับพลาหทัยนเรศวร์ 5พระองค์ วัดนางพญา (433 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
ท็อปแลนด์พลาซ่า — 46 m · ~1 min walk
สวนชมน่าน — 757 m · ~9 min walk
พิพิธภัณฑสถานแห่งชาติ พระพุทธชินราช — 504 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 310 m · ~4 min walk
สหภัณฑ์ เภสัช — 284 m · ~4 min walk
Lotus's go fresh — 40 m · ~1 min walk
พิษณุโลก — 997 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange counters at airports and tourist spots due to poor rates.
Credit cards accepted at malls and larger restaurants; small shops, street stalls, and local buses are cash-only.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants, leave 20-50 THB for hotel staff, taxis don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A 7-Eleven or local stall iced coffee is about 25-40 THB.
A bowl of noodle soup or rice dish at a market stall is around 40-60 THB.
A simple stir-fry or curry at a local restaurant runs about 60-100 THB.
Evening food stalls line the riverfront and near the main temple (Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat) for grilled meats, som tam, and khao man gai.
Big C and Lotus's are the main budget supermarkets; locals also use fresh markets for produce.
Phitsanulok's night market (walking street) and Talad Yod market for cheap clothing and souvenirs.
Songthaews (shared pickup taxis) cost around 10-20 THB per ride; from Phitsanulok airport, catch a bus or van into town for about 40-60 THB.
Eat at markets rather than restaurants; use the riverfront walking street for low-cost bites; buy bottled water from 7-Eleven not hotels.
Good to know — Phitsanulok
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.65 · THB
Emergency Contacts
PhitsanulokWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Phitsanulok, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Holatel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 310 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · สหภัณฑ์ เภสัช — 284 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Phitsanulok Railway Station → Wang Thong Station (nearest stop)
💡 Get off at Wang Thong—it's the closest station to the NP. From there, hire a motorbike taxi (200-300 THB) for the 15 km ride to the lodge. Trains run late, so don't rely on this after 4pm.
Phitsanulok Bus Terminal → Phusoidao NP Office (then hike/taxi to lodge)
💡 Wave one down on highway 12—the red trucks run to Ban Pak Tha. From the NP office, it's 3 km uphill; offer a motorbike taxi 100 THB to the lodge.
Phitsanulok city centre → Phusoidao NP Lodge
💡 Book via Grab app or ask your hotel. The road curves a lot—tell the driver you want the 'Phu Soi Dao' route, not the shortcut via Ban Wang Yen, which is unpaved after rain.
Phitsanulok Airport (PHS) → Phusoidao NP Lodge
💡 Fix the price before getting in—no meter to NP. Ask the driver to stop at Tesco Lotus on the way for supplies; the lodge has no shop.
About Phitsanulok
Wikipedia ↗
Phitsanulok (Thai: พิษณุโลก, pronounced [pʰít.sà.nú.lôːk]) is a city municipality in northern Thailand and the capital of Phitsanulok province. It had a city population of 60,827 and an urban population of approximately 200,000 in 2024, making it Thailand's 19th-most populous city proper and one of ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Holatel?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the inner courtyard rather than the street. The hotel has no lift, so upper floors (3-4) are naturally quieter from lobby and foot traffic, and the courtyard side reduces street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Holatel?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor near the reception or any street-facing rooms on floors 1-2. Ground floor picks up lobby noise and passing pedestrians; street-facing rooms on lower floors catch motorbike and truck rumble from Phitsanulok's main roads.
Is Holatel noisy?
Main noise sources: street traffic (motorbikes, trucks, songthaews) on Phitsanulok's main roads, especially during 07:00-09:00 and 16:00-18:00. No lift means potential clatter from stairs near rooms 1-2. Possible late-night guest chatter in ground-floor lobby.
Which rooms have the best views at Holatel?
Best view is from higher courtyard-facing rooms (floors 3-4). You'll look over the hotel's inner space and rooftops, avoiding the dusty street view of Phitsanulok's main roads. No significant landmark view from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Holatel?
1. If you're not carrying heavy luggage, ask for a top-floor courtyard room upon arrival — fewer guests pass by. 2. Check in after 14:00 when the midday check-out rush and street noise subsides.
What time is check-in at Holatel?
Check-in at Holatel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Holatel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi up to 5 Mbps per device; premium tier 15 Mbps costs 150 THB per 24h (no login constraints, simple portal).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Holatel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Holatel?
A bowl of noodle soup or rice dish at a market stall is around 40-60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Holatel?
Songthaews (shared pickup taxis) cost around 10-20 THB per ride; from Phitsanulok airport, catch a bus or van into town for about 40-60 THB.
When is the best time to visit Phitsanulok?
November, December – the rice harvest ends, the air is clear and dry, daytime temperatures stay below 33°C, and crowds are moderate outside festival weekends.
Top Attractions in Phitsanulok
💡 Come at 6am to catch the monks receiving alms along the canal. There's a tiny coffee stall nearby that sells excellent iced mocha for 15 baht.
💡 Arrive at 8am to avoid the heat and tour groups. The temple is free, but the museum charges 50 baht — worth it for the old Buddha heads.
💡 Free entry on National Museum Day (18 September), otherwise 50 baht for foreigners. The garden has a restored wooden stilt house you can walk through.
💡 Rent a paddleboat for 30 baht for 30 minutes — cheapest fun in town. Go on a weekday afternoon when it's quiet.
💡 Go on Saturday for the largest selection. Arrive hungry — try the moo ping (grilled pork skewers) from the stall near the 7-Eleven. No entry fee, but bring 200 baht for food.