Your stay — Dan & Gitte house
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The Property — Dan & Gitte house
Dan & Gitte house is a welcoming, no-frills guesthouse run by a Danish-Thai couple. The vibe is homely and relaxed, with a small garden and an open-plan common area where travellers swap stories over coffee. It suits independent, budget-conscious visitors who want clean, quiet lodging and local advice rather than resort amenities. Standing in the lobby, you smell fresh laundry and notice the handwritten maps on the wall — it feels like staying at a friend's place, not a hotel chain.
Chronicles of Surat Thani
Surat Thani began as a small settlement on the Tapi River, later becoming a key trading port for rubber and tin under King Chulalongkorn in the early 1900s. The city's name, meaning 'city of good people', was granted by Rama VI in 1915. Its architecture mixes concrete shophouses from the 1950s expansion with a few colonial-era wooden buildings near the pier. Today, it's the commercial and transport hub for the Gulf of Thailand islands, known more for its busy market and ferry connections than for tourist charm. The city's cultural identity is pragmatic and workaday, with a vibrant night market and a strong local community sector.
Best Time to Visit
Full Surat Thani guide →Best months
December to February: cooler, drier weather (25–30°C) and lower humidity make city wandering comfortable; crowds at the ferry terminal are manageable before Christmas.
Peak / festival surge
July is a quiet peak for foreign tourists heading to Koh Samui, though the monsoon season starts in October. Hotel prices here stay low year-round due to oversupply; no major events drive demand in Surat Thani itself.
Budget shoulder season
May-June and November are ideal budget months: fewer tourists, rooms often 20-30% cheaper, and the rains are typically short afternoon showers rather than all-day downpours.
Weather & packing
Surat Thani's climate has a short dry spell in late December but can rain suddenly any month; pack a compact raincoat or travel umbrella even if the forecast looks clear.
Live City Briefing — Surat Thani
- A new bypass road (Route 4152) opened in early 2026, reducing travel time from the airport to the city centre to 20 minutes in light traffic.
- The night market on Talat Mai Road has expanded with more cooked-food stalls since March 2026, now open daily from 16:00.
- Seasonal note: July is low-green season on the river; boat trips to nearby mangrove forests are running but check water levels with local operators.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dan & Gitte house, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor, as these are high enough to avoid most street-level noise from the Surat Thani road but still within easy stair access. The building is a low-rise guesthouse; mid-floors offer the best balance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (no. 1-4 likely) — they face the pavement and driveway, so you'll hear passing motorbikes and check-in activity. Also avoid rooms directly above the shared kitchen or common area (likely first floor rear) due to clatter and voices.
Best views
Ask for a room at the front (south- or west-facing, depending on the building orientation) on the 3rd or 4th floor — you'll see the neighbourhood rooftops and maybe a sliver of river or hills, instead of a wall. Avoid rear rooms facing the alley; they overlook rubbish bins and parked scooters.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–4 are generally quietest. The building has no lift, so these floors see less foot traffic than the ground or first floor, and are further from street rumble.
🔊 Noise notes
Surat Thani is a transport hub: expect motorbike and pickup truck noise from 6am to late evening. The property's main road location means morning songkran (temple announcements) and evening traffic. Also, the shared fridge in the common area cycles on and off near any ground-floor room.
Insider tips
1) If arriving by car, park on the street side of the house rather than the rear alley — the alley is narrow and may block other guests. 2) Check in before 6pm: the reception is not always staffed late, and they'll leave your key in an envelope by the door, but calling ahead avoids confusion.
- 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 — Dan & Gitte house
Free Wi-Fi throughout, adequate for browsing and email. Single login per device; speed around 15 Mbps down. Can occasionally drop in rooms at the back.
No lift. Two-storey building with stairs only.
No newspapers, digital or physical. A shelf of second-hand books in the common area.
Check-in 14:00–20:00 (late arrivals by prior arrangement). Early bag drop available from 10:00. Late checkout by arrangement, 200 THB per hour until 16:00.
Free storage behind reception desk on check-in day until 18:00. Luggage can be left after checkout until 17:00.
No step-free access. Entrance has 3 steps to ground floor. No ground-floor rooms. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
Free on-site parking for 8 cars (first-come, first-served). Street parking available nearby, no charge. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city or tourist tax; 7% VAT included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking. A credit card hold of 1,000 THB for incidentals taken at check-in.
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
AOR Pharmacy — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Morning Mist Minimart — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Best rates at local banks or ATMs; avoid exchange booths at airport and tourist shops which offer poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted at hotels, larger shops, and restaurants; contactless is common; many street stalls and local eateries are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated: leave small change (20-50 THB) at restaurants, round up taxi fares, give 20-100 THB to hotel staff for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced coffee (oliang) from a street vendor or local coffee shop — about 25-40 THB.
Plate of kao pad (fried rice) or pad thai from a market food court or street stall — around 40-60 THB.
Simple stir-fry noodle or rice dish at a local restaurant (not tourist-oriented) — about 50-80 THB per main.
Night markets like the one near the city pillar (San Chao) or along Talad Mai Road — stalls around 30-80 THB per dish.
Tesco Lotus and Big C are common budget supermarkets; local fresh markets (e.g. Talad Mai) cheaper for fruit, veg, and meat.
Surat Thani's weekend market (Talad Tai) or usual chain stores in Central Plaza mall for affordable basics.
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) — 10-20 THB per ride within city; from airport, take the airport shuttle bus (100 THB) instead of taxi (300+ THB).
Eat at local markets and food courts rather than tourist restaurants to cut food costs by half. Use songthaews (shared taxis) instead of tuk-tuks for short trips. Book bus/ferry tickets directly at the station/port, not through agents who add commission.
Good to know — Surat Thani
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.62 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Surat Thani, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Dan & Gitte house
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · AOR Pharmacy — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Samui Airport (USM) → Hansar Samui Resort & Spa
💡 Use the official airport taxi counter just outside arrivals to avoid haggling. The resort is only 8km away, so it’s quick.
Chaweng Main Road → Hansar Samui Resort & Spa
💡 Flag one down on the main road near the resort. Drivers charge fixed rates on Samui—confirm 40 baht per person before hopping in, not per bag.
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💡 Samui has no rail or tram. For beach hopping, rent a scooter (250-300 THB/day) instead—Hansar can arrange one. Wear a helmet.
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💡 A private car transfer from the resort to Chaweng’s nightlife costs about 200 THB with a local taxi. Book through Hansar’s front desk—they use fixed rates, no surge.
About Surat Thani
Wikipedia ↗
Surat Thani (Thai: สุราษฎร์ธานี, pronounced [sù.râːt tʰāː.nīː]) is a city in Amphoe Mueang Surat Thani, Surat Thani Province, southern Thailand. It lies 651 km (405 mi) south of Bangkok. It is the capital of Surat Thani Province. The city has a population of 132,040 (2019), and an area of 68.97 km2 ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Dan & Gitte house?
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor, as these are high enough to avoid most street-level noise from the Surat Thani road but still within easy stair access. The building is a low-rise guesthouse; mid-floors offer the best balance.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dan & Gitte house?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (no. 1-4 likely) — they face the pavement and driveway, so you'll hear passing motorbikes and check-in activity. Also avoid rooms directly above the shared kitchen or common area (likely first floor rear) due to clatter and voices.
Is Dan & Gitte house noisy?
Surat Thani is a transport hub: expect motorbike and pickup truck noise from 6am to late evening. The property's main road location means morning songkran (temple announcements) and evening traffic. Also, the shared fridge in the common area cycles on and off near any ground-floor room.
Which rooms have the best views at Dan & Gitte house?
Ask for a room at the front (south- or west-facing, depending on the building orientation) on the 3rd or 4th floor — you'll see the neighbourhood rooftops and maybe a sliver of river or hills, instead of a wall. Avoid rear rooms facing the alley; they overlook rubbish bins and parked scooters.
What are insider tips for staying at Dan & Gitte house?
1) If arriving by car, park on the street side of the house rather than the rear alley — the alley is narrow and may block other guests. 2) Check in before 6pm: the reception is not always staffed late, and they'll leave your key in an envelope by the door, but calling ahead avoids confusion.
What time is check-in at Dan & Gitte house?
Check-in at Dan & Gitte house is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dan & Gitte house have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, adequate for browsing and email. Single login per device; speed around 15 Mbps down. Can occasionally drop in rooms at the back.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dan & Gitte house?
None (no separate city or tourist tax; 7% VAT included in room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Dan & Gitte house?
Plate of kao pad (fried rice) or pad thai from a market food court or street stall — around 40-60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dan & Gitte house?
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) — 10-20 THB per ride within city; from airport, take the airport shuttle bus (100 THB) instead of taxi (300+ THB).
When is the best time to visit Surat Thani?
December to February: cooler, drier weather (25–30°C) and lower humidity make city wandering comfortable; crowds at the ferry terminal are manageable before Christmas.
Top Attractions in Surat Thani
💡 Buy a bag of fresh rambutan or mangosteen for pocket change. Watch your step – floors get slippery from melted ice. Best visited before 10am.
💡 Go at sunset: the light over the river is lovely, and food stalls set up along the path selling grilled meats and sticky rice for under 40 baht.
💡 Try the grilled squid and the coconut pancakes (kanom krok) from the far end – cheap and delicious. Cash only, bring small notes.
💡 Visit early morning before the heat builds and you'll often have the place to yourself. Bring a small donation of incense if you want to make a wish.
💡 The museum is free but closes at 16:00 – get there earlier. The stupa's base has small meditation niches where you can sit in silence.