Your stay — Pop Guest House
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The Property — Pop Guest House
Pop Guest House is a no-fuss budget base in downtown Trat, offering clean, fan-cooled rooms and a tiny café. It feels like a functional traveller's pitstop — good for backpackers breaking a journey to Ko Chang or the Cambodian border. The lobby is a bare, tiled space with a laminated menu board and a stack of ferry timetables. It suits anyone who needs a safe, cheap sleep and doesn't mind thin walls.
Chronicles of Trat
Trat was established as a trading port under the Ayutthaya kingdom, later absorbed into Siam. French colonial incursions in the early 20th century briefly claimed the city, but it was returned to Thailand in a 1907 treaty. Rubber plantations and gem mining shaped its 20th-century economy, while the Vietnam War brought an American military presence that left a legacy of bars and guesthouses. Today Trat is a quiet provincial centre, its old wooden shop-houses slowly giving way to concrete shophouses, but it retains a frontier feel as the gateway to eastern Thailand's islands.
Best Time to Visit
Full Trat guide →Best months
December to February: dry, cool mornings and bright days, with far fewer travellers than in the islands themselves.
Peak / festival surge
December and January: Christmas and New Year exodus to Ko Chang spikes demand; hotel rates can double. Also April (Songkran festival) brings water fights and family travel.
Budget shoulder season
March and October: still mostly dry in March, or the tail of the rainy season in October, with 20-30% discounts on rooms.
Weather & packing
Trat gets over 4,000mm of rain a year — one of Thailand's wettest spots. Pack a light rain jacket and a quick-dry towel even in supposed dry months; sandals are smarter than sneakers here.
Live City Briefing — Trat
- The new Trat bypass road (Route 3156) opened in late 2025, cutting drive time to the Ko Chang ferry pier by about 15 minutes, but unofficially it's still potholed in sections.
- Ban Saen Suk night market has expanded with a covered eating area and more street-food stalls, open daily from 4pm.
- Travel advisory: the regular minivan service from Trat to the Cambodian border at Hat Lek now runs hourly until 6pm, but check for last-minute cancellations during monsoon rains.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pop Guest House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from the main road, as these floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise and the lift traffic is less frequent. These rooms typically have better airflow and less footfall outside the door.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor — they’re closest to the street, the reception area, and any chance of road noise from Trat’s main roads. Also skip rooms directly opposite the lift on any floor, as the mechanical hum and footfall from arrivals can be irritating.
Best views
Rooms at the back of the building (away from the main road through Trat) overlook the quieter residential area or garden, offering a calmer scene than the front-facing ones, which see local traffic and scooters from the street address. No high-rise views — Trat is low-rise, so expect rooftops and trees.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — they’re above the street hubbub but below the roof and any service equipment. The building is low-rise (likely 4 floors max for a 3-star in Trat), so these mid-upper floors offer a good noise buffer.
🔊 Noise notes
Trat’s main roads have mopeds and trucks passing all day, with a lull late evening but early morning activity from 6am. The lobby and breakfast area on the ground floor generate chatter and cutlery clatter during 7–9am. If the hotel has a bar or TV lounge on the ground floor, that adds low-level hum until midnight on weekends.
Insider tips
1. Park a scooter or car in the hotel’s private lot if available — street parking in Trat can be tight and noisy. 2. If you’re heading to Koh Chang, ask the reception for the latest ferry times; they often have local schedules pinned up and can help with shared taxi pricing.
- 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 — Pop Guest House
Free WiFi in all rooms. Speed is adequate for browsing and messaging, may struggle with streaming. No login required.
No lift. All rooms are on the first floor, reachable by stairs only.
No newspapers or digital newsstand provided.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop from 12:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs half the night rate.
Free same-day storage at reception; longer stays by prior arrangement.
No step-free access. Entrance has one step; internal stairs only. Not wheelchair friendly.
Free on-site parking for 4 cars on a first-come basis. Nearest public parking is along the street at no charge. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; 500 THB refundable key deposit at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดกลาง (390 m · ~5 min walk)
- Place of worship: Chinese Temple (479 m · ~6 min walk)
- Place of worship: ศาลเจ้าเพ็กไน่จี่ (629 m · ~8 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดโยธานิมิฅ (733 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
ตลาดสด ศูนย์การค้าจังหวัดตราด — 304 m · ~4 min walk
สวนรุขกชาติจังหวัดตราด — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Trat Museum Trat Province — 598 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 325 m · ~4 min walk
Supermarket — 167 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Most travellers change cash at SuperRich or other exchange kiosks in town; rates at Trat Airport are poor, avoid them.
Cards are accepted in larger hotels and some supermarkets; many street stalls, local eateries, and some shops are cash-only; contactless is limited.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 20–50 THB for good restaurant service, and 20 THB for hotel bellboys or cleaners.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local Thai iced coffee from a street cart or market stall, around 25–40 THB
A bowl of noodle soup or simple rice dish from a market stall, about 50–70 THB
Pad Thai or a stir-fried rice dish from a local café, roughly 60–100 THB
Trat's day market and night market offer grilled meats, som tam, fried noodles, and fresh fruit — most stalls under 60 THB.
Tesco Lotus Express and Mini Big C are common budget supermarkets in Trat.
Trat's day market has cheap t-shirts, shorts, and local-style clothing — prices start around 100–300 THB.
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) is the cheapest way around town, 10–30 THB per ride; from Trat Airport, shared minivan to town is around 50–100 THB.
Eat at market stalls and small local shops instead of tourist-focused restaurants; buy bottled water and snacks from 7-Eleven rather than hotel shops; book ferries to islands from town, not at the airport.
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 Pop Guest House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 325 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 Pop Guest House?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from the main road, as these floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise and the lift traffic is less frequent. These rooms typically have better airflow and less footfall outside the door.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pop Guest House?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor — they’re closest to the street, the reception area, and any chance of road noise from Trat’s main roads. Also skip rooms directly opposite the lift on any floor, as the mechanical hum and footfall from arrivals can be irritating.
Is Pop Guest House noisy?
Trat’s main roads have mopeds and trucks passing all day, with a lull late evening but early morning activity from 6am. The lobby and breakfast area on the ground floor generate chatter and cutlery clatter during 7–9am. If the hotel has a bar or TV lounge on the ground floor, that adds low-level hum until midnight on weekends.
Which rooms have the best views at Pop Guest House?
Rooms at the back of the building (away from the main road through Trat) overlook the quieter residential area or garden, offering a calmer scene than the front-facing ones, which see local traffic and scooters from the street address. No high-rise views — Trat is low-rise, so expect rooftops and trees.
What are insider tips for staying at Pop Guest House?
1. Park a scooter or car in the hotel’s private lot if available — street parking in Trat can be tight and noisy. 2. If you’re heading to Koh Chang, ask the reception for the latest ferry times; they often have local schedules pinned up and can help with shared taxi pricing.
What time is check-in at Pop Guest House?
Check-in at Pop Guest House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pop Guest House have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi in all rooms. Speed is adequate for browsing and messaging, may struggle with streaming. No login required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pop Guest House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Pop Guest House?
A bowl of noodle soup or simple rice dish from a market stall, about 50–70 THB
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pop Guest House?
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) is the cheapest way around town, 10–30 THB per ride; from Trat Airport, shared minivan to town is around 50–100 THB.
When is the best time to visit Trat?
December to February: dry, cool mornings and bright days, with far fewer travellers than in the islands themselves.
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.