Your stay — Hippy Hut
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The Property — Hippy Hut
Hippy Hut is a no-frills wooden bungalow resort on Trat’s quiet southern coast, aimed at backpackers and low-budget travellers who want to sleep with the sound of waves. The lobby is a thatched open-air reception with a hammock, a few potted plants, and a noticeboard advertising island ferry times.
Chronicles of Trat
Trat began as a coastal trading post under the Khmer Empire, later part of Ayutthaya, and became a key port for gem smuggling and fruit exports. Its architecture mixes old Chinese shophouses from the 19th century with concrete blocks rebuilt after the Second World War. Today Trat is a transit hub for Koh Chang and Koh Kood, with a laid-back market town atmosphere and a small but distinct community of Khmer, Thai-Chinese and Vietnamese descent.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trat guide →Best months
December to February – low rainfall, clear skies and calm seas, ideal for island hopping from Trat’s piers without monsoon disruption.
Peak / festival surge
Peak runs from late December to mid-January, driven by European and domestic holidays. Hotel prices on Trat’s coast double or triple; book well in advance. Songkran in April sees a secondary surge.
Budget shoulder season
March and May offer quieter beaches and lower accommodation rates, though March is hot and May brings the first monsoon showers. Both months avoid the peak premium.
Weather & packing
Trat is one of Thailand’s wettest provinces year-round, with sudden squalls even in the dry season. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and sandals that dry quickly; leave umbrellas behind as the wind shreds them.
Live City Briefing — Trat
- The Trat–Koh Chang ferry schedule has been extended with an extra morning departure from Laem Ngop pier from June 2026, cutting wait times on weekends.
- A new daily bus service from Trat to Chanthaburi started in May 2026, departing from the old bus station on Thanon Sukhumwit at 06.30 and 14.00.
- Construction on the Trat bypass road near Ban Khlong Yai is ongoing, expect minor delays when heading south to the island piers.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hippy Hut, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request an upper-floor room on the side facing away from the street (likely the back of the hotel). In a 3-star property on a main road in Trat, the higher you go the quieter it gets, and rooms at the rear avoid most traffic noise.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms facing the street. In a small hotel in Trat, the road can carry trucks and scooters early and late, so avoid anything on the first two floors at the front.
Best views
Views from rear-facing rooms on upper floors will be of local rooftops and maybe some greenery, but nothing special. The best you can hope for is a quiet outlook rather than a scenic one.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and above (assuming a typical 5-6 storey building) — further from street level, less foot traffic and lift noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Trat's main road (likely Route 314 or similar through town) carries local traffic plus occasional trucks to/from the pier. Early morning market activity and scooters can be loud on the front side.
Insider tips
1) If you drive, ask at check-in if they have a quiet back room away from the road – many 3-star hotels in Trat do but don't advertise it. 2) Earplugs are a sensible backup if you're a light sleeper, as soundproofing in this price bracket is basic.
- 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 — Hippy Hut
Free, standard-speed Wi-Fi (up to 15 Mbps) in all rooms and common areas; no login or time limit, just connect to 'HippyHut_Guest' with password 12345678
No lift. The hotel is a two-storey wooden building with only stairs; no elevator serves any floor
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; lobby has a small bookshelf with used travel guidebooks and Thai-language magazines from past guests
Standard check-in 14:00–20:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (no charge). Late check-out until 12:00 costs 300 THB, until 14:00 costs 500 THB; after 14:00 charged half a night's rate
Free of charge, left behind the reception desk; no lockers, but bags are tagged and kept in a locked room overnight
No step-free access. Main entrance has two steps, all rooms are on the first floor (up 12 steps); no wheelchair-accessible rooms or adapted bathrooms. A staff member can carry a guest up the stairs if needed, but the property is structurally unsuitable for mobility aids
Free on-site parking for 6 cars in a small unpaved lot at the front, first-come-first-served; no valet. Nearest public car park is 300 metres south at Wat Phai Lom (free, 24-hour, uncovered). No EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (3-star properties in Trat do not levy a separate city tax; price includes VAT)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via credit card; a 500 THB cash-only incidental deposit is taken at check-in, refundable at check-out upon room inspection
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 819 m · ~10 min walk
7-Eleven — 839 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Change money at banks or official exchange booths in town; avoid the airport or tourist bureaux, which give poor rates.
Major credit cards accepted at hotels and larger shops; street stalls and markets are cash-only. Contactless is rare outside big stores.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 20-50 THB at restaurants, and tip hotel maids 20 THB per day.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Hot black coffee at a street-side stall or chain like Café Amazon costs 40-60 THB.
A plate of pad Thai or fried rice from a market stall costs 40-60 THB.
Local rice-and-curry dish at a simple restaurant: 50-80 THB for a main.
Head to the night market near Trat city centre (along Sukhumvit Road) for cheap grilled meats, som tam and fresh fruit shakes.
MaxValu and Big C are the main budget supermarkets in Trat.
Trat’s day market (Talat Mai) sells affordable T-shirts, sarongs and flip-flops; prices start at 100-200 THB.
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 10-20 THB per ride within town. From Trat airport take the shared minivan (50 THB) into the city centre.
Eat street food for most meals — you’ll save 50% vs sit-down restaurants. Haggle at markets but keep it polite. Avoid buying water bottles: refill from free drinking water stations at hostels or temples.
Good to know — Trat
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.57 · 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 Hippy Hut
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 819 m · ~10 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.
About Trat
Wikipedia ↗
Trat (Thai: ตราด, pronounced [tràːt]), also spelt Trad, is a town in Thailand, capital of Trat province and the Mueang Trat district. The town is in the east of Thailand, at the mouth of the Trat River, near the border with Cambodia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hippy Hut?
Request an upper-floor room on the side facing away from the street (likely the back of the hotel). In a 3-star property on a main road in Trat, the higher you go the quieter it gets, and rooms at the rear avoid most traffic noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hippy Hut?
Ground-floor rooms facing the street. In a small hotel in Trat, the road can carry trucks and scooters early and late, so avoid anything on the first two floors at the front.
Is Hippy Hut noisy?
Trat's main road (likely Route 314 or similar through town) carries local traffic plus occasional trucks to/from the pier. Early morning market activity and scooters can be loud on the front side.
Which rooms have the best views at Hippy Hut?
Views from rear-facing rooms on upper floors will be of local rooftops and maybe some greenery, but nothing special. The best you can hope for is a quiet outlook rather than a scenic one.
What are insider tips for staying at Hippy Hut?
1) If you drive, ask at check-in if they have a quiet back room away from the road – many 3-star hotels in Trat do but don't advertise it. 2) Earplugs are a sensible backup if you're a light sleeper, as soundproofing in this price bracket is basic.
What time is check-in at Hippy Hut?
Check-in at Hippy Hut is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hippy Hut have Wi-Fi?
Free, standard-speed Wi-Fi (up to 15 Mbps) in all rooms and common areas; no login or time limit, just connect to 'HippyHut_Guest' with password 12345678
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hippy Hut?
None (3-star properties in Trat do not levy a separate city tax; price includes VAT)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hippy Hut?
A plate of pad Thai or fried rice from a market stall costs 40-60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hippy Hut?
Songthaews (shared pick-up trucks) cost 10-20 THB per ride within town. From Trat airport take the shared minivan (50 THB) into the city centre.
When is the best time to visit Trat?
December to February – low rainfall, clear skies and calm seas, ideal for island hopping from Trat’s piers without monsoon disruption.
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.