Your stay — Panasan Hotel
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The Property — Panasan Hotel
A functional budget stopover three kilometres north of Tak town centre, the Panasan Hotel offers clean, basic rooms and a small pool best used for a quick cool-down. Its look is mid-2000s provincial Thai hotel: tiled floors, wood-laminate furniture and a lobby with a faint scent of lemon polish. It suits drivers completing the Mae Sot–Bangkok haul who need a reliable, no-frills bed for one night.
Chronicles of Tak
Tak town traces its origins to a 13th-century Mon settlement and was later a key outpost of the Sukhothai and Ayutthaya kingdoms. Its strategic position on the Ping River made it a staging post for the Burmese wars, and King Naresuan stopped here to gather elephants. Today the city keeps an unhurried, old-Siamese feel, with a working riverfront market and a blend of wooden shophouses and concrete mid-rises. Contemporary identity is shaped by its role as the gateway to Mae Sot and the border with Myanmar, giving it a faint transit-hub edge.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tak guide →Best months
November to January: dry, cool mornings (15–25°C) and no rain, which makes exploring Tak’s riverside temple circuit comfortable and Loi Krathong festivities accessible without mud.
Peak / festival surge
The cool-season peak runs November–February, driven by escapees from Bangkok’s heat and long-weekend tourists. Hotel prices in Tak roughly double from the low-season baseline; no single festival spikes them, but the Tak Boat Race (late Sep/Oct) fills the few decent rooms.
Budget shoulder season
Late October and early March see quiet riverside walks, hotel discounts of 30–40% versus peak, and temperatures still pleasant (low 30s). You avoid both the deluge of September and the heat of April.
Weather & packing
Tak sits in a rain-shadow zone relative to Mae Sot, so July afternoons often produce a sudden 45-minute thunderstorm followed by clear skies. Pack a light, packable rain jacket plus a small towel for unexpected seat-wiping after a downpour.
Live City Briefing — Tak
- Construction on the Tak bypass (Route 12 extension) is ongoing; expect 10–15 minute delays on the highway just north of the Panasan Hotel through early 2027.
- The Tak Flower Festival has been moved to late December 2026 (normally January), which may nudge hotel prices up a notch in that week.
- Night-market stalls along Charoen Suk Road have been relocated to the Ping River park while the road is resurfaced—June 2026–March 2027.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Panasan Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building — away from the street side. These upper floors are served by the lift and will have less foot traffic noise from the ground-floor lobby and street.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the lift or facing the street. Street noise and early morning activity from the lobby or roadside will be noticeable here.
Best views
Upper rear-facing rooms (floors 3-4) look over the quieter backstreets or neighbouring low-rise buildings. Front-facing rooms give a view of Tak's main road — not picturesque, but okay if you like watching local traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — further from street level and lift traffic is less frequent above the second floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Tak is a small provincial capital with motorbike and truck traffic on main roads. The Panasan is on a through-road, so early-morning vehicles and late-night songthaews can be heard on the front side. Internal noise from the lift is minor on upper floors.
Insider tips
1. Parking is usually available at the front or side — ask for a space away from the main road if you have a vehicle, as street parking can be tight. 2. Check in after 2pm to allow housekeeping to finish; arriving earlier may mean waiting in the lobby, which is small and can get warm.
- 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 — Panasan Hotel
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed is adequate for browsing and email (approx. 10 Mbps). No login constraints, just a simple password from reception.
No lift; this is a three-storey walk-up building with stairs only. Ground-floor rooms are available on request.
No complimentary newspapers, digital or physical.
Check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop is free if a room is available. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 300 THB.
Free baggage storage at the front desk after check-out or before check-in.
No step-free entry; main entrance has two steps. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms. Narrow corridors.
Free on-site parking for about 15 cars, first-come first-served. No valet or EV charging. Nearest public car park is 200 metres away at Tak Railway Station, free overnight.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; at check-in they take a refundable card hold of 500 THB for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดมณีบรรพตวรวิหาร (537 m · ~7 min walk)
- Place of worship: วัดมะเขือแจ้ (786 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: วัดนักบุญฟรังซิส เซเวียร์ ตาก (839 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดไผ่ล้อม (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
สวนสาธารณะแม่ปิงตาก — 1.2 km · ~14 min walk
พิพิธภัณฑ์เมืองเฉลิมพระเกียรติ จังหวัดตาก — 676 m · ~8 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bangkok Bank — 400 m · ~5 min walk
Jiffy — 408 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Banks and gold shops in the city centre give decent rates; avoid exchange counters at the airport or tourist-heavy spots as they have poor rates.
Cards accepted in mid-range restaurants, hotels, and larger shops; but street stalls, small eateries, and local buses are cash-only. Contactless and mobile pay not widespread.
Not expected; round up taxi fares or leave small change (20-50 baht) for good service in restaurants, but not for street food. Hotel staff appreciate 20 baht for luggage help.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or simple local-style iced coffee (oliang) from a street stall: around 20-35 baht.
A bowl of boat noodles or khao man gai at a shophouse: around 40-60 baht.
A simple stir-fry or curry with rice at a local restaurant: about 60-80 baht per main dish.
The night market along Charoen Suk road (evenings) has cheap grilled meats, som tam, and papaya salad; also the Tak Walking Street market on weekends. Look for stalls with a queue of locals.
Tesco Lotus Express and 7-Eleven are common for basics; Big C is the main hypermarket for a full shop.
Tak's day market (Talad Tak) has cheap second-hand clothes and factory knock-offs; for new basics, try the stalls at the morning market.
Songthaews (shared pickups) cost 10-20 baht per ride around town; from the airport, the cheapest is the local public minibus (around 50 baht) into the city.
Eat at markets or food courts (e.g., near the market) instead of tourist-facing restaurants; buy water in bulk from 7-Eleven; use local songthaews instead of tuk-tuks.
Good to know — Tak
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.62 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tak, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Panasan Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bangkok Bank — 400 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Tak Bus Terminal → Per-Pron Resort (near Tak city centre)
💡 Flag it down on the main road; tell the driver 'Per-Pron'—they'll drop you near the entrance gate.
Tak Airport (TKT) → Per-Pron Resort
💡 Agree on the fare before getting in; drivers may try to quote 400-500 baht if you look unfamiliar.
Tak Bus Terminal → Per-Pron Resort (along Highway 105)
💡 Cheaper than a taxi and runs on the main road right past the resort; ask the conductor to stop there.
Tak Airport (TKT) → Per-Pron Resort
💡 Call the resort ahead—they sometimes arrange this for 400 baht, which undercuts the airport desk.
About Tak
Wikipedia ↗
Tak (Thai: ตาก, pronounced [tàːk]) is a town (thesaban mueang) in north-west Thailand, capital of the Tak Province and the Tak district. As of 2005 the town had a population of 19,900 and an area of 7.27 km2. It covers the tambon Rahaeng, Nong Luang, Chiang Ngoen, and Hua Diat. It is on the Ping Ri...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Panasan Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building — away from the street side. These upper floors are served by the lift and will have less foot traffic noise from the ground-floor lobby and street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Panasan Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those near the lift or facing the street. Street noise and early morning activity from the lobby or roadside will be noticeable here.
Is Panasan Hotel noisy?
Tak is a small provincial capital with motorbike and truck traffic on main roads. The Panasan is on a through-road, so early-morning vehicles and late-night songthaews can be heard on the front side. Internal noise from the lift is minor on upper floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Panasan Hotel?
Upper rear-facing rooms (floors 3-4) look over the quieter backstreets or neighbouring low-rise buildings. Front-facing rooms give a view of Tak's main road — not picturesque, but okay if you like watching local traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Panasan Hotel?
1. Parking is usually available at the front or side — ask for a space away from the main road if you have a vehicle, as street parking can be tight. 2. Check in after 2pm to allow housekeeping to finish; arriving earlier may mean waiting in the lobby, which is small and can get warm.
What time is check-in at Panasan Hotel?
Check-in at Panasan Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Panasan Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed is adequate for browsing and email (approx. 10 Mbps). No login constraints, just a simple password from reception.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Panasan Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Panasan Hotel?
A bowl of boat noodles or khao man gai at a shophouse: around 40-60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Panasan Hotel?
Songthaews (shared pickups) cost 10-20 baht per ride around town; from the airport, the cheapest is the local public minibus (around 50 baht) into the city.
When is the best time to visit Tak?
November to January: dry, cool mornings (15–25°C) and no rain, which makes exploring Tak’s riverside temple circuit comfortable and Loi Krathong festivities accessible without mud.
Top Attractions in Tak
💡 Visit early morning before 8am to see the morning prayers and avoid the midday heat. Small donations for incense are optional.
💡 Ask the caretaker to turn on the short documentary on Tak's role in WWII – it's in Thai but the visuals are strong. No photos allowed inside.
💡 Go at sunset when locals exercise in the park and the light turns the statue golden. Free parking nearby.
💡 Rent a bicycle from town (50 baht for half day) to ride the 2km loop. There's a small shaded pavilion perfect for a picnic.
💡 Take the left fork after the bridge – the 'hidden' pools there are less crowded. Bring water shoes; the rocks get slippery. Local noodle stall sells 30 baht khanom jeen.