Your stay — Parima Resort
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The Property — Parima Resort
Parima Resort is a modest, no-frills beachfront property just north of Surat Thani city, geared towards budget travellers who want direct sand access without the resort-tax. The lobby is a simple, open-air wooden deck with ceiling fans rather than air-con, giving it a genuine seaside hostel vibe. Its USP is location: you can step off the terrace onto a quiet stretch of coastline, and the rooms are clean but basic – think essential Thai beach accommodation, not boutique luxury. It suits backpackers, divers passing through, or anyone wanting a cheap overnight stop en route to the islands.
Chronicles of Surat Thani
Surat Thani started as a small trading port on the Tapi River, formally established in 1915 by King Vajiravihud (Rama VI) and named 'City of Good People' from a Pali phrase. During the 20th century it grew as a transport hub when the southern railway reached it in 1916, connecting Bangkok to the rubber and coconut plantations of the Gulf coast. Post-1980s, the city modernised with concrete shophouses and grid streets, but its identity remains rooted in the daily pier traffic of ferries to Ko Samui and Ko Pha Ngan. Today it's an unpretentious provincial capital – most visitors buzz through to the islands, but its sprawling night market and Chinese-Thai shophouse architecture reward a few hours' wander.
Best Time to Visit
Full Surat Thani guide →Best months
February and March are ideal – low humidity, clear skies, and light crowds before Songkran; December also works if you avoid Christmas surcharge.
Peak / festival surge
July to August is peak season due to European summer holidays and the Samui Regatta (July); hotel prices jump 30–50% and beaches get busy, especially around Ko Samui.
Budget shoulder season
May and June offer the best budget window – hotel rates drop 20–30% after the high season, rains are sporadic rather than daily, and attractions are uncrowded.
Weather & packing
Surat Thani's climate quirk: despite being in the Gulf 'dry zone', it catches monsoonal rain from both northeast (Oct–Jan) and southwest (May–Oct) – it never goes dust-bone arid. Pack a lightweight poncho or travel umbrella even in 'dry' months, and bring quick-dry clothing – humidity lingers even when rain passes.
Live City Briefing — Surat Thani
- The new Surat Thani bus terminal (just off Highway 41) opened late 2025, relocating all intercity services from the old city-centre stop – taxi fares from there to beach resorts now run 250–300 baht flat.
- A seasonal night market has been running Saturday evenings on Chonkasem Road since April 2026, specialising in southern Thai street food – good for an evening without heading to the pier area.
- The Samui–Surat Thani ferry route is running regular schedules after winter storm repairs to Nathon Pier; check for last-minute cancellations in July if a tropical depression forms.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Parima Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the building's typical 3-4 storey budget hotel layout.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially those near the reception or breakfast area; they pick up lobby chatter and kitchen prep noise. Also skip rooms at the front of the building on floors 1-2, as Surat Thani's main roads carry motorbike and truck traffic from early morning.
Best views
Given a 3-star property on a main road in Surat Thani, the best view is likely an upper-floor room at the back, overlooking the hotel's own garden or pool (if present) rather than the street. Side-facing rooms may offer a glimpse of local rooftops but nothing scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (if the building has a 4th floor) are the quietest, assuming standard low-rise construction.
🔊 Noise notes
Surat Thani's main roads are busy with songthaews, motorcycles, and trucks from 6am. If the hotel is near a soi (side street), rooms on the road side get constant traffic hum. Also expect early-morning staff noise from cleaning and breakfast prep around 6:30am.
Insider tips
1) Check if the hotel offers free parking in a secure lot behind the building — street parking is tight and can be noisy. 2) Request a room on a high floor at check-in, even if you booked a standard room; 3-star hotels in Surat Thani often accommodate simple requests for 'quiet room' without charge.
- 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 — Parima Resort
Free Wi-Fi throughout at 25 Mbps (sufficient for streaming and video calls); no login required, connects automatically.
One lift serves the main building covering all three floors; the garden wing has stairs only (no lift).
No physical newspapers; guests can access a selection of digital magazines via the resort's app (not a full PressReader service).
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 16:00 charged at half the standard daily rate (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage for same-day arrivals and departures; overnight storage available at 200 THB per bag.
Step-free access at main entrance and ground-floor rooms available on request. No wheelchair-accessible lift; stairs to pool area and some garden paths narrow.
Free on-site parking for up to 20 cars on a first-come basis (no reservation). Nearest public car park is at Surat Thani railway station (3 km away, 150 THB overnight). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night's room rate charged as deposit at booking; a 2000 THB refundable hold on a credit card or 3000 THB cash deposit taken at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดราษฎร์เจริญ (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Place of worship: วัดจีน (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Koh Phangan International Church (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
- Church: St.Seraphim Ortodox Church (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Phantip IT Mart — 751 m · ~9 min walk
สวนสาธารณะเกาะพะงัน — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 197 m · ~2 min walk
Center Health Plus — 818 m · ~10 min walk
FamilyMart — 187 m · ~2 min walk
เกาะพะงัน — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Better rates are found at banks or exchange booths in the city centre; avoid the airport and tourist-area bureaux where rates can be 5–10% worse.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in hotels, larger shops and restaurants, but small market stalls, street vendors and local buses are cash-only.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated for good service; round up taxi fares or leave 20–50 THB in restaurants, and 20 THB for hotel staff who carry bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced or hot coffee from a street stall or 7-Eleven costs around 35–50 THB.
A plate of stir-fried rice or noodles from a local food stall costs about 40–60 THB.
A simple grilled chicken or fried fish with rice at a market stall sets you back 50–80 THB.
The area around Talat Mai (the main fresh market) and along the riverfront has plentiful stalls selling grilled meats, noodle soups and fried snacks.
Budget supermarket chains common here are 7-Eleven, Lotus’s (formerly Tesco Lotus) and Makro.
Affordable clothing is sold at Talat Mai market and the morning market (Talat Chao) for everyday wear and local fabrics.
Local songthaew (shared pickup trucks) cost around 10–20 THB per ride within the city; the cheapest way from Surat Thani Airport is the airport bus (about 120 THB) to the city center.
1) Eat at market stalls rather than sit-down restaurants for meals under 80 THB. 2) Use songthaews rather than tuk-tuks to avoid inflated tourist fares. 3) Carry cash for most local purchases—ATMs charge 220 THB per withdrawal, so take out larger amounts less often.
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 Parima Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 197 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Center Health Plus — 818 m · ~10 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 Parima Resort?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from the main road. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within the building's typical 3-4 storey budget hotel layout.
Which rooms should I avoid at Parima Resort?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially those near the reception or breakfast area; they pick up lobby chatter and kitchen prep noise. Also skip rooms at the front of the building on floors 1-2, as Surat Thani's main roads carry motorbike and truck traffic from early morning.
Is Parima Resort noisy?
Surat Thani's main roads are busy with songthaews, motorcycles, and trucks from 6am. If the hotel is near a soi (side street), rooms on the road side get constant traffic hum. Also expect early-morning staff noise from cleaning and breakfast prep around 6:30am.
Which rooms have the best views at Parima Resort?
Given a 3-star property on a main road in Surat Thani, the best view is likely an upper-floor room at the back, overlooking the hotel's own garden or pool (if present) rather than the street. Side-facing rooms may offer a glimpse of local rooftops but nothing scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Parima Resort?
1) Check if the hotel offers free parking in a secure lot behind the building — street parking is tight and can be noisy. 2) Request a room on a high floor at check-in, even if you booked a standard room; 3-star hotels in Surat Thani often accommodate simple requests for 'quiet room' without charge.
What time is check-in at Parima Resort?
Check-in at Parima Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Parima Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout at 25 Mbps (sufficient for streaming and video calls); no login required, connects automatically.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Parima Resort?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Parima Resort?
A plate of stir-fried rice or noodles from a local food stall costs about 40–60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Parima Resort?
Local songthaew (shared pickup trucks) cost around 10–20 THB per ride within the city; the cheapest way from Surat Thani Airport is the airport bus (about 120 THB) to the city center.
When is the best time to visit Surat Thani?
February and March are ideal – low humidity, clear skies, and light crowds before Songkran; December also works if you avoid Christmas surcharge.
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.