Your stay — Ao Noi Beach Resort
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The Property — Ao Noi Beach Resort
Ao Noi Beach Resort is a low-key, three-star beachfront property on a quiet strip of sand south of Trat town. The lobby is open-air with a tiled floor, ceiling fans, and a reception desk stacked with brochures for the nearby islands. Its USP is straightforward: clean rooms, a pool facing the sea, and direct access to a beach that's never crowded. It suits travellers who want a calm base to explore Trat province and the Koh Chang archipelago without paying resort prices.
Chronicles of Trat
Trat's history has been shaped by its role as a gateway to Cambodia and the Gulf islands. The town was a key port in the 19th century, trading timber, gems, and later rubber. Much of its old shophouse architecture in the centre dates from the 1900s, a colonial-era mix of Thai and Sino-Portuguese styles. Today Trat retains a quiet, border-town feel, with a working port and a market that still handles cross-border goods. Its cultural identity remains firmly provincial, with little of the tourist gloss of Pattaya or Phuket.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trat guide →Best months
December to February: cooler, drier air with temperatures around 28°C and low humidity. The sea is calm, and island ferries run reliably.
Peak / festival surge
Peak season runs from mid-December to January, driven by European winter holidays and ideal weather. Hotel prices then rise 30–50% above low-season rates; Ao Noi Beach Resort doubles its rates. The Trat Food Festival in January also draws visitors.
Budget shoulder season
March and November: still dry enough for beach days, but hotel prices drop 20–30% versus peak. You get manageable crowds and milder midday heat (around 32°C) without the heavy rain of the wet months.
Weather & packing
Trat is one of Thailand's wettest provinces — even in the dry season, a sudden downpour can appear. Pack a light waterproof jacket or travel umbrella, plus sandals that can handle wet pavement.
Live City Briefing — Trat
- The new motorway (Route 3140) linking Trat to the Klong Yai border checkpoint at Hat Lek opened fully in late 2025, cutting drive time from town to the Koh Chang ferry pier by about 20 minutes.
- Trat's main fresh market (Talat Pla) is undergoing a slow renovation through mid-2026; some seafood stalls have temporarily relocated to the market's eastern edge.
- The annual Trat Fruit Festival runs in early June, so by early July, local mangosteen and durian supplies are still abundant at lower prices.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ao Noi Beach Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the pool (likely quieter, better breeze). Higher floors may have less road noise from Trat town but check if lift noise is an issue near the shaft.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or lobby area—potential for foot traffic and staff noise. Also skip rooms near the lift bank on any floor.
Best views
Pool view rooms are the standout option—likely the only real view given the inland address. Garden or town views will be mundane.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 are best—away from street-level bustle and above the public areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Trat town has moderate street noise from motorbikes and trucks on main roads. The resort's interior-facing rooms should be quieter. Also factor in early-morning staff activity near the kitchen if it's close to guest wings.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room on the pool-facing side when booking—this resort has limited exterior views. 2) If you have a car, park near the entrance to avoid late-night noise from returning guests.
- 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 — Ao Noi Beach Resort
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the property; speed is around 10 Mbps download. No login required – you just select the network.
No lift; the resort is single-storey, all rooms are on ground level, no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The lobby has a small shelf of travel magazines.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag-drop allowed from 11:00 (free if room ready, otherwise luggage can be stored). Late check-out until 16:00 costs 800 THB (subject to availability).
Free storage is available at the reception for guests who arrive before check-in or after check-out.
Step-free access to reception and most rooms via flat pathways. Two wheelchair-accessible rooms available; no lift or stairs needed. Some garden paths are sandy, which may be tricky with wheelchairs.
Free on-site parking for around 20 cars. No valet. No EV charging. Nearest public car park is at Hat Khlong Yai, 2 km away, free but unlit.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit is required to confirm the booking. At check-in, a refundable credit card hold of 1,000 THB is taken for incidentals.
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 938 m · ~12 min walk
Dan — 804 m · ~10 min walk
Speedboat pier — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Exchange money at banks or gold shops in town; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux where rates are poor.
Credit cards accepted in larger hotels and shops, but many local places are cash-only; contactless is rare.
Not expected, but rounding up taxi fares or leaving small change (10-20 baht) for good service in restaurants is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee from street stalls; about 25-35 baht.
Rice or noodle dish from a simple local restaurant; 40-60 baht.
Stir-fried or grilled dish with rice at a market stall; 50-80 baht for a main.
Head to the Trat morning market or the evening food stalls near the clock tower for inexpensive eats.
Big C and Tesco Lotus are the common budget supermarkets in the area.
Trat’s day market (Talad Ya) for budget clothes, sandals, and local fabrics.
Songthaews (shared pickups) cost 10-20 baht per ride around town; from Trat Airport, a shared minibus into town is about 50 baht.
Drink from refillable water bottles to avoid buying bottled water. Eat at local food stalls rather than tourist-oriented restaurants. Use songthaews instead of private taxis.
Good to know — Trat
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.47 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Trat, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ao Noi Beach Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 938 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Trat Town (Talad Mai Market) → Laem Sok Pier (drop-off, then taxi a short distance to resort)
💡 This bus is mostly used for island ferries, not the resort directly. Get off at the pier junction and take a motorbike taxi (20 baht) for the final 2 km. Ask locals to point 'Siam Beach' – it's a well-known bungalow strip.
Trat Airport → Trat Bus Station, then songthaew to Siam Beach Resort
💡 From the bus station, flag a white songthaew heading towards Klong Kloi – tell the driver 'Siam Beach'. Share the fare group-style; don't pay more than 40 baht per person.
Trat Town (Centre) → Siam Beach Resort
💡 Negotiate hard: 500–600 baht is fair. If you’re coming from the ferry pier (e.g. Koh Chang), try the shared minivan to the resort instead – about 250 baht per person.
Trat Airport (TDX) → Siam Beach Resort (Klong Kloi Beach)
💡 Book through the airport kiosk for flat rates. Avoid touts outside; meters are not used on this route. Shared vans cost half but wait for 6–8 passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Ao Noi Beach Resort?
Request a room on floors 2 or 3 facing the pool (likely quieter, better breeze). Higher floors may have less road noise from Trat town but check if lift noise is an issue near the shaft.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ao Noi Beach Resort?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the reception or lobby area—potential for foot traffic and staff noise. Also skip rooms near the lift bank on any floor.
Is Ao Noi Beach Resort noisy?
Trat town has moderate street noise from motorbikes and trucks on main roads. The resort's interior-facing rooms should be quieter. Also factor in early-morning staff activity near the kitchen if it's close to guest wings.
Which rooms have the best views at Ao Noi Beach Resort?
Pool view rooms are the standout option—likely the only real view given the inland address. Garden or town views will be mundane.
What are insider tips for staying at Ao Noi Beach Resort?
1) Ask for a room on the pool-facing side when booking—this resort has limited exterior views. 2) If you have a car, park near the entrance to avoid late-night noise from returning guests.
What time is check-in at Ao Noi Beach Resort?
Check-in at Ao Noi Beach Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ao Noi Beach Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the property; speed is around 10 Mbps download. No login required – you just select the network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ao Noi Beach Resort?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Ao Noi Beach Resort?
Rice or noodle dish from a simple local restaurant; 40-60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ao Noi Beach Resort?
Songthaews (shared pickups) cost 10-20 baht per ride around town; from Trat Airport, a shared minibus into town is about 50 baht.
When is the best time to visit Trat?
December to February: cooler, drier air with temperatures around 28°C and low humidity. The sea is calm, and island ferries run reliably.
Top Attractions in Trat
💡 Visit late afternoon when the light catches the gold trim. No entry fee, but polite to leave a small donation (20-40 baht) for incense.
💡 Bring insect repellent after dusk – mosquitoes are active. Stop at the floating noodle boat (50 baht) near the end of the promenade.
💡 Go before 7am for the best dried squid and durian chips. Bring small change – stallholders rarely accept cards.
💡 Ring the bell once for luck – locals say it brings safe travel. Temple dogs are friendly but ignore them if they bark.
💡 Call ahead to check if the English labels are in place – they rotate exhibits. The garden has a free map of local waterfalls.