Your stay — Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach
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The Property — Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach
Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach is a no-frills, social backpacker spot on Koh Chang’s west coast, a five-minute walk from the sand. The lobby is a bare-bones concrete space with a few sofas, a notice board full of trip shares, and a front desk that rents out scooters and books snorkelling tours. It suits budget travellers who want a bed, a fan, and a crowd to go to the Full Moon pre-parties with — not those after quiet or comfort.
Chronicles of Trat
Trat city itself grew as a trading port during the Ayutthaya period, handling goods between Siam and Cambodia via the Trat River. It briefly fell under French colonial control in the early 1900s before being returned to Siam in a 1907 treaty. Modern Trat is a low-rise provincial hub of shophouses and markets, with little architectural drama, but serves as the main gateway to the Koh Chang archipelago. Its cultural identity is shaped by a mix of Thai, Chinese, and Khmer influences, and by a resilient local economy propped up by rubber, fruit, and tourism.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trat guide →Best months
December to February: dry, sunny, and cool (27-30°C), with full-moon parties and island events pulling crowds, but still manageable outside peak weeks.
Peak / festival surge
December–January and April (Songkran): Christmas/New Year and the Thai water festival fill Koh Chang’s bungalows, and room rates at Bee Sleep can double from 350 to 700 THB. Music events like the Koh Chang Marathon (early Feb) also spike demand.
Budget shoulder season
November and March: November sees the monsoon tailing off and prices dropping 30%, while March stays hot but dry and quiet. Both offer decent weather with fewer tourists and lower dorm rates.
Weather & packing
Trat and Koh Chang get heavy rain even in ‘dry’ season — afternoon downpours hit from May to October. Pack a light waterproof jacket and seal your electronics; mosquito repellent with DEET is non-negotiable year-round.
Live City Briefing — Trat
- The main ferry pier at Laem Ngop reopened after storm repairs in late 2025; check the speedboat timetable as services are still reduced in low season.
- Koh Chang’s national park entrance fee for foreigners rose to 400 THB in 2025 — keep cash for that.
- A new 24-hour convenience store opened at Lonely Beach in March 2026, saving the walk to White Sands for basics.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third floor (the top floor) facing the garden or pool, away from the road. These rooms are quieter and catch the breeze.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the front desk or common areas — they get foot traffic and chatter. Also steer clear of rooms facing the main road, as Beach Road carries motorbikes and songthaews.
Best views
Rooms on the third floor with a sea-facing orientation offer partial views over the treeline towards the beach.
Quietest floors
Third floor only — there’s no lift, so it’s dead quiet up there.
🔊 Noise notes
This is a budget backpacker spot on the main strip of Lonely Beach: bars and restaurants run late. Road noise and music carry from nearby venues, especially on weekend nights.
Insider tips
1. Check in early to bag a top-floor room (no lift, but worth the stairs). 2. Bring earplugs — the hostel’s central location puts you close to the nightlife, and thin walls don’t help.
- 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 — Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach
Free Wi-Fi in all areas, typical speed 10-15 Mbps, no login required
No lift – dormitory and rooms are on first floor accessible only by stairs
No newspapers or digital newsstands; communal TV lounge with basic cable
Standard check-in from 14:00 to 20:00; early bag-drop allowed from 06:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs 200 THB (subject to availability)
Free for guests before check-in and after check-out; locked room available
No step-free access – entrance has two steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms
Free on-site parking for scooters and bicycles; nearest public car park is 100 m down the road (free public lot, no fees). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a 500 THB refundable cash deposit for room key and towel at check-in
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 337 m · ~4 min walk
Buddy Drugstore — 335 m · ~4 min walk
Sea Mini Markt — 339 m · ~4 min walk
Funicular Station 4 — 2.5 km · ~31 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other money changers in town for better rates; avoid airport or hotel exchange desks which take a big cut.
Major credit cards accepted in larger hotels, supermarkets and some restaurants, but many small shops and street stalls are cash-only; contactless is rare outside chains.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares or leave 20-50 THB for good service in restaurants; 20 THB for hotel staff who carry bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced black coffee from a street vendor or local cafe for around 30-50 THB.
A bowl of boat noodles or khao man gai at a simple shop for 40-60 THB.
Stir-fried rice or pad Thai from a market stall for 40-60 THB.
The night market along Sukhumvit Road in Trat town has affordable grilled meats, som tam, and fresh fruit shakes.
Tesco Lotus and Big C mini are the usual budget supermarkets in Trat town.
The morning market (Talat Chao) sells cheap T-shirts and sarongs; also check the shops near the bus station.
Songthaews (shared pickup trucks) run fixed routes in town for 10-20 THB; from Trat airport, a shared minibus to town costs about 100 THB.
Eat at local markets or street stalls instead of tourist restaurants; take songthaews rather than tuk-tuks; buy drinking water in bulk at 7-Eleven (7-10 THB per large bottle).
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 Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 337 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Buddy Drugstore — 335 m · ~4 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 Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach?
Request a room on the third floor (the top floor) facing the garden or pool, away from the road. These rooms are quieter and catch the breeze.
Which rooms should I avoid at Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the front desk or common areas — they get foot traffic and chatter. Also steer clear of rooms facing the main road, as Beach Road carries motorbikes and songthaews.
Is Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach noisy?
This is a budget backpacker spot on the main strip of Lonely Beach: bars and restaurants run late. Road noise and music carry from nearby venues, especially on weekend nights.
Which rooms have the best views at Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach?
Rooms on the third floor with a sea-facing orientation offer partial views over the treeline towards the beach.
What are insider tips for staying at Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach?
1. Check in early to bag a top-floor room (no lift, but worth the stairs). 2. Bring earplugs — the hostel’s central location puts you close to the nightlife, and thin walls don’t help.
What time is check-in at Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach?
Check-in at Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in all areas, typical speed 10-15 Mbps, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach?
A bowl of boat noodles or khao man gai at a simple shop for 40-60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Bee Sleep Hostel Lonely Beach?
Songthaews (shared pickup trucks) run fixed routes in town for 10-20 THB; from Trat airport, a shared minibus to town costs about 100 THB.
When is the best time to visit Trat?
December to February: dry, sunny, and cool (27-30°C), with full-moon parties and island events pulling crowds, but still manageable outside peak weeks.
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.