Your stay — Mata Guest House
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The Property — Mata Guest House
Mata Guest House is a clean, no-frills three-star in central Trat — not flashy, but reliable. The lobby feels like a functional waypoint: tiled floors, a small desk, a fan turning overhead, and a polite owner who can arrange a bus to the islands. It suits independent travellers who want a cheap, decent sleep before crossing to Koh Chang or Koh Mak.
Chronicles of Trat
Trat began as a small trading port under the Ayutthaya kingdom, later contested by the French in the 19th century before Siam traded it back for borders. Its old wooden shophouses along the canal date from that era, mixing Chinese and Thai styles. Today it’s the mainland gateway to the eastern island archipelago, with a quiet market-town feel and little tourism beyond its transport role.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trat guide →Best months
December to February — dry, cool mornings (22–30°C), low rain, and calm seas for island ferries.
Peak / festival surge
April (Songkran) and late December/early January: Thai New Year floods streets with water fights and locals return home. Hotel prices jump 30–50%, and Trat fills with transit passengers. Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) also brings a bump.
Budget shoulder season
March and November: still dry (March) or drying out (November), hotels drop to low-season rates, fewer queues for tickets, and the heat is manageable with a hat and water.
Weather & packing
July is the heart of the southwest monsoon — expect sudden heavy downpours most afternoons, but also sunny patches. Pack a quick-dry travel towel and a light rain shell you can shove in your daypack.
Live City Briefing — Trat
- Trat’s main bus terminal got a new roof and better ticketing booths in early 2025 – still chaotic but less dusty.
- The Koh Chang ferry pier in Laem Ngop upgraded its departure screen system – check your boat’s dock number on arrival.
- Several local restaurants on Thanon Tha Reua Jang closed in 2024; the night market near the clock tower is your best bet for cheap seafood now.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mata Guest House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request an upper-floor room, preferably on the 3rd floor or above, as these offer more quiet and a slight street view. Rooms at the back of the building (away from the main road) are quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially those near the reception or the lift, due to foot traffic and potential noise from the street. Also avoid rooms facing the main road at the front of the hotel.
Best views
Upper floors facing the street offer the best view of Trat's townscape and the surrounding greenery, but the view is limited by the three-star setting. Back rooms overlook quieter, more local areas.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest at this hotel, as they are away from street-level noise and above the busy ground floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the main road (likely Trat's central thoroughfare) can be noticeable, especially in front-facing rooms on lower floors. The lift and reception area generate intermittent sounds on the ground and first floors.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher at booking to minimise noise. 2. If you have a motorbike or car, utilise the free on-site parking — it's limited, so arrive early to secure a spot.
- 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 — Mata Guest House
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and all rooms; typical speed 10–20 Mbps download; no login required—just select network SSID.
No lift; all rooms on first and second floors accessed by stairs.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; no building heritage quirks—modern low-rise guesthouse.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 at reception; late check-out until 12:00 for 300 THB (if available).
Free for same-day storage at reception before check-in or after checkout; overnight storage not offered.
No step-free access; entrance has three steps; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or toilets. Not suitable for guests with mobility restrictions.
Free on-site parking for up to six cars (first come, first served, no reservation). Nearest public car park is Trat Market Plaza at 150 THB per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night via bank transfer or credit card; 500 THB incidental hold on card at check-in.
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Speedboat pier — 2.7 km · ~34 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange counters at airports or tourist bureaux due to poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in larger shops and hotels but cash is needed for markets, street food, and local transport.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 20-50 THB in restaurants for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee from market stalls or street vendors, around 30-40 THB.
Pad Thai or fried rice from a street-side stall, about 50-60 THB.
Tom yum or stir-fry with rice at a local eatery, roughly 80-100 THB for a main.
Along Sukhumvit Road near the market or the night bazaar, where stalls serve grilled meats, som tam, and noodle dishes.
Big C or Tesco Lotus for budget groceries and household items.
Trat Market (Talad Trat) for affordable clothing and local goods.
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) around town for 10-20 THB per ride; from Trat airport, the cheapest way is the shared minibus to town for about 50-100 THB.
Eat at local food stalls rather than restaurants. Use songthaews instead of tuk-tuks. Avoid buying bottled water from tourist shops; get large bottles at 7-Eleven for 15 THB.
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 Mata Guest House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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 Mata Guest House?
Request an upper-floor room, preferably on the 3rd floor or above, as these offer more quiet and a slight street view. Rooms at the back of the building (away from the main road) are quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mata Guest House?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor, especially those near the reception or the lift, due to foot traffic and potential noise from the street. Also avoid rooms facing the main road at the front of the hotel.
Is Mata Guest House noisy?
Street noise from the main road (likely Trat's central thoroughfare) can be noticeable, especially in front-facing rooms on lower floors. The lift and reception area generate intermittent sounds on the ground and first floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Mata Guest House?
Upper floors facing the street offer the best view of Trat's townscape and the surrounding greenery, but the view is limited by the three-star setting. Back rooms overlook quieter, more local areas.
What are insider tips for staying at Mata Guest House?
1. Request a room on the 3rd floor or higher at booking to minimise noise. 2. If you have a motorbike or car, utilise the free on-site parking — it's limited, so arrive early to secure a spot.
What time is check-in at Mata Guest House?
Check-in at Mata Guest House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mata Guest House have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and all rooms; typical speed 10–20 Mbps download; no login required—just select network SSID.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mata Guest House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Mata Guest House?
Pad Thai or fried rice from a street-side stall, about 50-60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mata Guest House?
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) around town for 10-20 THB per ride; from Trat airport, the cheapest way is the shared minibus to town for about 50-100 THB.
When is the best time to visit Trat?
December to February — dry, cool mornings (22–30°C), low rain, and calm seas for island ferries.
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.