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Your stay — Monkey Island Resort
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The Property — Monkey Island Resort
Monkey Island Resort is a low-key 3-star on a small island off Trat's coast, reached by a short boat ride. Rooms are simple wooden bungalows set among tropical gardens, with direct beach access. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want total quiet rather than nightlife or luxury. The lobby is an open-air deck where you check in to the sound of water lapping and birds in the canopy.
Chronicles of Trat
Trat has long been a border trading post with Cambodia, shaped by its role in the gem trade and later as a transit hub for the islands. Architecture is mostly low-rise and functional, with a few remaining wooden shophouses from the early 20th century. The city was largely rebuilt after a devastating fire in the 1970s, so the historic core is modest. Today Trat is known as the mainland gateway to Ko Chang and other islands, with a mix of Khmer and Thai influences in its food and markets.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trat guide →Best months
December and March stand out for dry, sunny weather and calm seas, with temperatures around 28-32°C and low rainfall. Avoid the mid-year monsoon if you want reliable beach time.
Peak / festival surge
January is peak season, driven by European holidays and cool dry weather. Hotel prices can double, and the resort often sells out weeks ahead. Christmas and New Year are the busiest.
Budget shoulder season
November and February are excellent shoulder months: weather is still good, rain is light, and prices drop 20-30% after the New Year rush. Crowds thin out noticeably.
Weather & packing
Trat's climate is dominated by the southwest monsoon from June to October, bringing heavy downpours and high humidity. Pack a light rain jacket and waterproof sandals regardless of the forecast; a dry bag for electronics is essential for the boat transfer.
Live City Briefing — Trat
- The new Trat Pier ferry terminal opened in early 2026, cutting transfer times to Monkey Island by about 15 minutes, with a more reliable schedule.
- A direct bus service from Bangkok's Ekkamai terminal to Trat started in May 2026, offering a cheaper alternative to minivans, with departures every two hours.
- The annual Trat Fruit Festival runs from late June to early July, so expect market stalls and food fairs in town, but also busier roads.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Monkey Island Resort, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building, away from the road. These upper floors reduce street-level noise and offer a calmer stay.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or facing the main road at this Trat address. Ground-floor rooms pick up footfall and road noise; street-facing rooms get traffic sounds from morning until night.
Best views
Given the address is simply 'Trat', the best view is likely from upper rear rooms overlooking the garden or local greenery, not the main road. Avoid street-facing rooms for a peaceful outlook.
Quietest floors
Floors 3-4 are the quietest, assuming a low-rise building with a lift. Upper floors buffer street noise and minimize disturbance from the lobby.
🔊 Noise notes
Main road noise from Trat’s traffic is the primary source. Nighttime can bring occasional motorbikes and trucks. If near a lift, mid-building rooms on upper floors might hear shaft hum. No bar or major service entrance indicated, but street activity is the key issue.
Insider tips
1. Park off-road if you have a car — roadside parking picks up dust and noise from passing traffic. 2. Check in early to secure a rear upper-floor room; the front desk may upgrade you if you ask politely during quiet hours.
- 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 — Monkey Island Resort
Free Wi‑Fi throughout, enough for email and browsing. Login via voucher handed at reception; single device, speed around 5–10 Mbps.
No lift. All rooms on ground or first floor via stairs. Older teak buildings have steps only.
No print newspapers or digital newsstand. Resort has a small library of travel magazines.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 12:00 (no charge). Late check-out until 16:00 costs 50% of daily rate (subject to availability).
Free for same-day arrival/departure; overnight storage unavailable.
No step‑free access. All bungalows have at least one step at entrance; pathways are sandy/uneven. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
On‑site unpaved parking for 10 cars, free. Nearest main public car park is 2 km away in Trat town (THB 50 per 24h). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full amount charged at booking; a refundable THB 1,000 incidental hold per room at check-in (cash or card).
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Olive — 213 m · ~3 min walk
X Minimart — 503 m · ~6 min walk
ท่าเรืออ่าวสวนใหญ่ — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Withdraw from ATMs (SCB, Krungsri) for best rates; avoid exchange booths at Trat Airport and tourist centres like the bus station.
Visa/Mastercard accepted at mid-range hotels and supermarkets; cash essential for markets, street stalls, and most local restaurants.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave small change (20-50 baht) for good service in restaurants, tip 20-100 baht per bag for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local-style iced coffee or instant coffee at street stalls or market coffeeshops for 20-30 baht.
Rice or noodle bowl at a local market or street stall for 40-60 baht.
Simple Thai curry or stir-fry at a family-run restaurant for 60-100 baht per main.
Trat's night market along Sukhumvit Road (near the clock tower) and the day market near the bus station are the main cheap-eats areas.
Tesco Lotus Express, 7-Eleven, and local minimarkets are common for everyday items; there are no big supermarkets in central Trat.
Trat's day market (Talad Saeng Siam) sells cheap T-shirts, casual wear, and sarongs; no proper high street chain stores in the area.
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) costs 10-20 baht per ride within town. From Trat Airport, the cheapest way is a shared minibus (80-100 baht).
Eat at the day or night markets for cheapest food. Use ATMs inside bank branches to avoid extra fees. Bargain at markets but keep it polite and small (10-20% off).
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 Monkey Island Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk — pharmacy · Olive — 213 m · ~3 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 Monkey Island Resort?
Request rooms on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building, away from the road. These upper floors reduce street-level noise and offer a calmer stay.
Which rooms should I avoid at Monkey Island Resort?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or facing the main road at this Trat address. Ground-floor rooms pick up footfall and road noise; street-facing rooms get traffic sounds from morning until night.
Is Monkey Island Resort noisy?
Main road noise from Trat’s traffic is the primary source. Nighttime can bring occasional motorbikes and trucks. If near a lift, mid-building rooms on upper floors might hear shaft hum. No bar or major service entrance indicated, but street activity is the key issue.
Which rooms have the best views at Monkey Island Resort?
Given the address is simply 'Trat', the best view is likely from upper rear rooms overlooking the garden or local greenery, not the main road. Avoid street-facing rooms for a peaceful outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at Monkey Island Resort?
1. Park off-road if you have a car — roadside parking picks up dust and noise from passing traffic. 2. Check in early to secure a rear upper-floor room; the front desk may upgrade you if you ask politely during quiet hours.
What time is check-in at Monkey Island Resort?
Check-in at Monkey Island Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Monkey Island Resort have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi‑Fi throughout, enough for email and browsing. Login via voucher handed at reception; single device, speed around 5–10 Mbps.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Monkey Island Resort?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Monkey Island Resort?
Rice or noodle bowl at a local market or street stall for 40-60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Monkey Island Resort?
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) costs 10-20 baht per ride within town. From Trat Airport, the cheapest way is a shared minibus (80-100 baht).
When is the best time to visit Trat?
December and March stand out for dry, sunny weather and calm seas, with temperatures around 28-32°C and low rainfall. Avoid the mid-year monsoon if you want reliable beach time.
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.