Your stay — Sanguanthai Hotel
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The Property — Sanguanthai Hotel
A no-fuss 3-star in central Tak, the Sanguanthai Hotel offers clean, functional rooms and a reliable breakfast buffet. It’s not showy — think practical tiled floors, dark wood furniture, and a small lobby with a receptionist who’s seen it all. The USP is location: you’re a short walk from the Bhumibol Dam viewpoint and Ping River promenade. Best for independent travellers who want a solid base, not a resort.
Chronicles of Tak
Tak dates back to the Sukhothai period as a strategic frontier outpost. It was later redeveloped by King Taksin the Great, who used it as a staging ground to reunify Siam. Today’s Tak is a modest provincial capital, famous for its Loi Krathong festival (when thousands of lanterns float down the Ping) and its role as a gateway to Mae Sot and the Myanmar border. The old town retains wooden shophouses, while newer concrete buildings line the main roads. Contemporary identity leans on border trade and nature tourism — raft houses and national parks are the draw.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tak guide →Best months
November to February: cool season with clear skies, low humidity (20-25°C), and minimal rain. Good for outdoor activities without heat stress.
Peak / festival surge
November (Loi Krathong) and December-January (cool season, New Year). Hotel prices can double; book weeks ahead. Loi Krathong draws domestic tourists for the river lantern release.
Budget shoulder season
March and June: hotter but far fewer tourists; hotel discounts of 20-30%. March is dry but 35°C+; June starts the rainy season — afternoons may have brief downpours, but mornings are fine.
Weather & packing
Tak’s climate quirk: July is deep in the southwest monsoon — expect daily heavy showers, often in late afternoon. Pack a waterproof jacket or poncho and quick-dry sandals; umbrella alone won’t cut it on market day.
Live City Briefing — Tak
- The Tak-Mae Sot highway (Route 105) has ongoing resurfacing near Kilometer 20-25; expect 30-minute delays through July 2026.
- Tak Municipality just opened a new riverside walkway along the Ping near the Chao Pho Phraya Tak statue — good for morning jogs but no lighting after 7pm.
- Bhumibol Dam water levels are high this July due to earlier storms — raft house tours on the reservoir are operating but check with operators for sudden closures.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sanguanthai Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor on the side facing away from the main road. Upper floors reduce street noise and are above the lobby and restaurant hum.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 2nd floor directly above the restaurant/kitchen area – you'll get cooking smells and kitchen clatter until late evening. Also skip any rooms facing the main road at ground or first floor.
Best views
Rooms at the rear (garden side) overlook the hotel's garden/parking area and maybe some treetops. Front-facing rooms look onto the main street – more lights and traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3, 4, 5 (top floor) – furthest from street level and common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on Tak's main road, which carries local traffic, motorbikes, and the occasional truck. Evenings quiet down by 10pm but mornings can be busy from 6am. The restaurant on the ground floor serves breakfast from 7am; some noise leaks upward.
Insider tips
1. The hotel has free on-site parking around the back – if you're driving, park there to avoid street-side scratches. 2. Check-in is usually quick, but if you need a late arrival (after 8pm), call ahead so they hold your room – reception isn't always staffed overnight.
- 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 — Sanguanthai Hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed around 10 Mbps download, no login required.
Single lift serves all guest floors (3 storeys); no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspaper or digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed if room ready; late check-out until 12:00 charged 50% of nightly rate.
Free storage at front desk on request, no time limit.
Step-free entrance via ramp; lift reaches all floors; no adapted rooms or grab rails in bathrooms.
Free on-site uncovered parking for about 20 cars; nearest public car park is Wat Si Thai parking (free) 200 m away; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดโบสถ์มณีศรีบุญเรือง (318 m · ~4 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดมณีบรรพตวรวิหาร (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Church: วัดนักบุญฟรังซิส เซเวียร์ ตาก (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
- Place of worship: วัดมะเขือแจ้ (2.0 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
สวนสาธารณะแม่ปิงตาก — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
พิพิธภัณฑ์เมืองเฉลิมพระเกียรติ จังหวัดตาก — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bangkok Bank — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
7-Eleven — 778 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Superrich and other private exchange booths in town give the best rates; avoid airport and bank counters for poorer rates.
Cards accepted in larger shops, hotels and some restaurants; cash still king for street food, transport and small bills.
Not expected but appreciated – round up the bill in restaurants, leave 20-50 baht for good service; hotel staff 20 baht for help with bags; no tipping in taxis.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Hot or iced black coffee from a street stall – about 25-35 baht.
A bowl of boat noodles or khao man gai from a local shop – roughly 40-60 baht.
Stir-fried rice or noodle dish with meat from a simple restaurant – around 50-80 baht.
Along the riverfront near Tak town and the morning market area have good stalls; also look for vendors near bus station.
Tesco Lotus and Big C are the main budget supermarkets; Makro for bulk staples.
Tak town's market (near the clock tower) has affordable clothes and local textiles; also weekend walking street market.
Local songthaews (red pick-up taxis) charge 20-30 baht per ride around town; from airport (if any buses) take a bus to town then songthaew – airport taxis cost much more.
Eat at local food stalls and markets for the best value meals; use songthaews instead of tuk-tuks or private taxis; buy water and snacks from 7-Eleven rather than tourist spots.
Good to know — Tak
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.65 · 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 Sanguanthai Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bangkok Bank — 1.3 km · ~16 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 Sanguanthai Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor on the side facing away from the main road. Upper floors reduce street noise and are above the lobby and restaurant hum.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sanguanthai Hotel?
Avoid rooms on the 2nd floor directly above the restaurant/kitchen area – you'll get cooking smells and kitchen clatter until late evening. Also skip any rooms facing the main road at ground or first floor.
Is Sanguanthai Hotel noisy?
The hotel is on Tak's main road, which carries local traffic, motorbikes, and the occasional truck. Evenings quiet down by 10pm but mornings can be busy from 6am. The restaurant on the ground floor serves breakfast from 7am; some noise leaks upward.
Which rooms have the best views at Sanguanthai Hotel?
Rooms at the rear (garden side) overlook the hotel's garden/parking area and maybe some treetops. Front-facing rooms look onto the main street – more lights and traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Sanguanthai Hotel?
1. The hotel has free on-site parking around the back – if you're driving, park there to avoid street-side scratches. 2. Check-in is usually quick, but if you need a late arrival (after 8pm), call ahead so they hold your room – reception isn't always staffed overnight.
What time is check-in at Sanguanthai Hotel?
Check-in at Sanguanthai Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sanguanthai Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, typical speed around 10 Mbps download, no login required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sanguanthai Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sanguanthai Hotel?
A bowl of boat noodles or khao man gai from a local shop – roughly 40-60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sanguanthai Hotel?
Local songthaews (red pick-up taxis) charge 20-30 baht per ride around town; from airport (if any buses) take a bus to town then songthaew – airport taxis cost much more.
When is the best time to visit Tak?
November to February: cool season with clear skies, low humidity (20-25°C), and minimal rain. Good for outdoor activities without heat stress.
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.