Your stay — Vgfh
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The Property — Vgfh
The Vgfh is a straightforward 3-star hotel on the edge of Tak town, just off Route 12. The lobby feels like a practical stopover: tiled floors, a reception desk with a kettle of tea, and a small seating area. It suits budget travellers or road-trippers needing a clean, no-fuss room for one night between Chiang Mai and Bangkok. The USP is convenience — easy parking and no surprises.
Chronicles of Tak
Tak dates back to a Mon settlement called Mueang Rahang, later absorbed by the Sukhothai Kingdom in the 13th century. It grew as a teak-trading post on the Ping River and a staging post for Burmese campaigns. Today it's a quiet provincial capital, known for its hill-tribe markets, the Bhumibol Dam, and the annual Loy Krathong festival with floating lanterns. Its identity is shaped by the surrounding mountains and border trade with Myanmar at Mae Sot, 80 km west.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tak guide →Best months
November and December bring cool, dry weather (25-30°C) with clear skies and low humidity, ideal for exploring Tak's markets and waterfalls. January is also excellent but slightly cooler.
Peak / festival surge
November's Loy Krathong festival (dates vary, usually November) sees hotel occupancy spike, with prices rising 20-30% for the event. Tak also sees a slight uptick in December for the King's Birthday celebrations (5 December).
Budget shoulder season
February and March offer good value: still dry and warm (28-34°C), but fewer tourists and lower hotel rates — expect 10-15% discounts on peak prices. April is the hottest month (35-40°C), but Songkran (mid-April) can be fun.
Weather & packing
Tak is one of Thailand's hottest provinces, and July 2026 will be the wet season: expect daily brief but heavy downpours. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and quick-dry clothes — skip an umbrella, a hooded raincoat is easier.
Live City Briefing — Tak
- Tak's main fresh market, Talat Rim Ping, reopened in March 2026 after a fire — the noodle and grilled-meat stalls are back but some sections remain boarded up.
- The Tha Song Yang border crossing (north of Mae Sot) remains closed for regular tourist access as of early 2026; stick to the Mae Sot checkpoint if you plan a Myanmar day trip.
- July is peak monsoon season on the Mae Klong River — the Bhumibol Dam water-release schedule is posted daily at the dam's visitor centre; check it if you're planning rafting or fishing.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Vgfh, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the back courtyard or the Mae Ping River side. These offer better views and less street noise than the front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and breakfast area, can get morning noise) and any room facing the main road (Tak-Phitsanulok Highway) – traffic noise is a problem at all hours.
Best views
From floors 4 and 5, rooms at the back overlook the river and the far hills – worth the request. Front rooms see the busy highway and a 7-Eleven.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 through 5 are generally quietest, especially end-of-corridor rooms away from the lift.
🔊 Noise notes
Main street (Route 12) gets heavy truck and bus traffic from 6am to midnight. The hotel’s own restaurant has live music some nights until 10pm.
Insider tips
1) Free parking is in a small lot behind the hotel – it fills by 8pm; arrive early or use the street. 2) The breakfast buffet is basic but the khao tom and fresh fruit are decent; skip the instant coffee and walk 50m south to a local café.
- 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 — Vgfh
Free WiFi is provided throughout the property with a typical speed of 15 Mbps. A login screen appears; no password is needed.
A single lift serves all three floors of the main building. The small garden wing (2 rooms) is only accessible via stairs.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The lobby TV shows Thai news channels. The building was originally a 1960s provincial government guesthouse.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop is free of charge if rooms are not ready. Late check-out is available until 13:00 for 300 THB, and until 18:00 for 500 THB, subject to availability.
Free storage is offered at reception on the day of check-in and check-out.
One ground-floor room is step-free with a wide door. The main entrance has a small ramp, but the lift is narrow and cannot fit a wheeled mobility device over 70 cm wide.
Free on-site parking for about 20 cars in an open lot behind the hotel. No valet or EV charging. The nearest public car park is the Tak Municipality lot, 200 metres away, charging 20 THB per night.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A deposit of 50% of the total booking amount is required to secure the reservation. At check-in, a card hold of 500 THB for incidentals is taken.
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ธนาคารออมสิน — 393 m · ~5 min walk
7-Eleven — 476 m · ~6 min walk
Bus stop and market — 298 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Exchange at SuperRich branches in larger towns for best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area bureaux which take a big cut.
Cards accepted at major hotels, 7-Eleven, and chain restaurants; street stalls and local markets are cash-only; mobile pay like PromptPay works for locals but not tourists.
Tipping not expected; round up taxi fares or leave small change for good service; hotel staff don't need extra unless carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced coffee from a street cart or local coffee shop (e.g. กาแฟโบราณ) runs 20–30 baht.
A plate of khao pad (fried rice) or pad Thai from a food stall – 40–60 baht.
A bowl of noodle soup or a curry dish at a local restaurant – 50–80 baht.
Walk along the main road near the clock tower or around the Tak Municipality market for grilled meats, som tam, and sticky rice.
Tesco Lotus and 7-Eleven are common; Makro is a good budget bulk option.
Weekend market (Talad Lang Klong) sells cheap basics and secondhand clothes; avoid tourist rows.
Songthaews (shared pickup trucks) cost 10–20 baht per ride within town; from Bangkok's Mo Chit bus terminal, a VIP bus to Tak is 300–400 baht (4-5 hours).
Eat at stalls or local restaurants instead of hotels; buy bottled water in bulk from 7-Eleven; use local buses/songthaews rather than taxis.
Good to know — Tak
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.31 · 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 Vgfh
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ธนาคารออมสิน — 393 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Vgfh?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing the back courtyard or the Mae Ping River side. These offer better views and less street noise than the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Vgfh?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and breakfast area, can get morning noise) and any room facing the main road (Tak-Phitsanulok Highway) – traffic noise is a problem at all hours.
Is Vgfh noisy?
Main street (Route 12) gets heavy truck and bus traffic from 6am to midnight. The hotel’s own restaurant has live music some nights until 10pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Vgfh?
From floors 4 and 5, rooms at the back overlook the river and the far hills – worth the request. Front rooms see the busy highway and a 7-Eleven.
What are insider tips for staying at Vgfh?
1) Free parking is in a small lot behind the hotel – it fills by 8pm; arrive early or use the street. 2) The breakfast buffet is basic but the khao tom and fresh fruit are decent; skip the instant coffee and walk 50m south to a local café.
What time is check-in at Vgfh?
Check-in at Vgfh is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Vgfh have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi is provided throughout the property with a typical speed of 15 Mbps. A login screen appears; no password is needed.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Vgfh?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Vgfh?
A plate of khao pad (fried rice) or pad Thai from a food stall – 40–60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Vgfh?
Songthaews (shared pickup trucks) cost 10–20 baht per ride within town; from Bangkok's Mo Chit bus terminal, a VIP bus to Tak is 300–400 baht (4-5 hours).
When is the best time to visit Tak?
November and December bring cool, dry weather (25-30°C) with clear skies and low humidity, ideal for exploring Tak's markets and waterfalls. January is also excellent but slightly cooler.
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.