Your stay — Chanthip Place
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The Property — Chanthip Place
Chanthip Place is a no-frills three-star just off Phalocon Road, serving business travellers and transit passengers more than holidaymakers. The lobby is compact, tiled, with a small reception desk and a few plastic chairs; the USP is its proximity to Ubon's bus terminal and airport, plus a simple breakfast included. It suits someone catching an early flight or passing through for a night, not a leisure stay.
Chronicles of Ubon Ratchathani
Ubon Ratchathani was established in the late 18th century as a settlement of Lao migrants under the Siamese kingdom, later becoming a key military outpost during the Indochina wars. Its architectural evolution mixes early wooden shophouses with modernist concrete blocks from the 1960s, when the US military built nearby air bases. The city's contemporary identity is rooted in Isan culture: vibrant street markets, a strong temple tradition (Wat Nong Bua), and the annual Candle Festival. Today it's a quiet provincial capital with a thriving university scene and growing expat-retiree community.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ubon Ratchathani guide →Best months
November to February: cool dry season with daytime highs around 30°C and low humidity, plus the Candle Festival (July) crowds are over. March and April are too hot; May to October is wet.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak due to the Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival (Asanha Bucha day). Hotels often sell out and prices jump 30-40%. July 2026 is also the first week of the festival period, so the city will be very busy.
Budget shoulder season
June and September are good shoulder months. You get lower room rates (20-30% off peak), fewer visitors, and still reasonable weather—though expect afternoon showers in June and heavier rain in September.
Weather & packing
Ubon has a strong monsoon with sudden torrential downpours, especially in July. Pack a lightweight rain jacket and waterproof sandals; an umbrella alone won't cut it.
Live City Briefing — Ubon Ratchathani
- Ubon's new bus terminal (located 5 km east of city centre) opened in 2024, so if arriving by bus from Bangkok, you'll need a taxi or songthaew to Chanthip Place.
- The annual Candle Festival is scheduled for 9-10 July 2026, with parades and temple fairs; expect road closures around Thung Si Muang park.
- Construction on the new Ubon Ratchathani Airport terminal is ongoing; check your airline for possible gate changes or delays.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Chanthip Place, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 2-4 facing the rear (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy. The rear side overlooks the hotel's own gardens or neighbouring properties, which is quieter than the front. Thanon Ratchathani is a main road with motorbike and truck traffic from early morning until late evening.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or lift lobby — they pick up footfall, luggage wheels and reception noise. Also avoid rooms at the front of the building on floors 1-2; they catch direct street noise from Thanon Ratchathani. The hotel's lift is a single car, so rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor may get mechanical hum and ding sounds.
Best views
Rooms at the rear (south or east side depending on building orientation) have a quiet view of local rooftops or a small garden. Front rooms look onto Thanon Ratchathani — busy but interesting if you like people-watching. No river or landmark view from this address.
Quietest floors
Floors 3-5 are the quietest. They're above street-level bustle but not high enough to get roof-level wind or lift machinery noise (common on top floors of older 3-star buildings with a lift motor room on the roof).
🔊 Noise notes
Thanon Ratchathani is a main arterial road with constant motorbikes, songthaews and trucks starting around 6am and tapering off after 10pm. There's no bar or nightclub attached, but nearby roadside food stalls and 7-Elevens generate chatter until 11pm. The lift door clunk is audible in adjacent rooms on all floors.
Insider tips
(1) If you arrive by car, the hotel has limited off-street parking at the rear — request a space when booking as it fills quickly. (2) The in-room mini-fridge works well but ask at check-in for a kettle if your room doesn't have one; they keep spares at reception.
- 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 — Chanthip Place
Complimentary Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; average speed 10 Mbps; no login required – just select network.
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; reception desk keeps a few local Thai newspapers (in Thai only) for reading in the lobby.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 08:00. Check-out by 12:00; late check-out fee of 200 THB applies until 18:00 (subject to availability).
Free baggage storage available at the front desk for same-day arrivals/departures.
Step-free access via ramp at the main entrance; lift serves all floors. No rooms specifically adapted for wheelchair users; bathrooms have raised thresholds.
Free on-site parking for about 20 cars (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park is the municipal car park on Sapphasit Road, 200 m away; costs about 30 THB per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of one night's room rate required to confirm booking; a 500 THB refundable incidental hold is placed at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดศรีประดู่ (184 m · ~2 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดบูรพา (775 m · ~10 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดมหาวนาราม (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Place of worship: Adventist Church (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 768 m · ~10 min walk
Save Drug — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
7-Eleven — 937 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use bank ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange counters at Ubon Ratchathani Airport or tourist offices.
Visa/Mastercard accepted at hotels and big shops; smaller vendors and markets need cash.
Not expected; leave small change at restaurants if service is good, round up taxi fares.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Strong black coffee from a street stall; 20-30 THB.
Rice and a stir-fry from a local food stall; 40-60 THB.
Grilled meat or a bowl of noodles at a night market; 50-80 THB per main.
Night market along Phadaeng Road or the area near Thung Si Mueang park.
Tesco Lotus and Big C are common supermarkets.
Weekend market at Thung Si Mueang or the daily market near the bus station.
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) 10-20 THB per ride; from the airport, take bus line 7 for 20 THB.
Eat at food stalls in markets instead of restaurants. Use songthaews over tuk-tuks. Buy bottled water from 7-Eleven (7 THB) rather than from tourist stalls.
Good to know — Ubon Ratchathani
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.44 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ubon Ratchathani, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Chanthip Place
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 768 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Save Drug — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Tommy Inn (any street corner) → Ubon city centre / markets
💡 Flag down any red or yellow songthaew on Phaeng Road. They run fixed routes but will stop anywhere. Pay 10 THB inside – driver gives change. For Tommy Inn, get off at the clock tower roundabout.
Ubon Ratchathani Airport (UBP) → Tommy Inn (city centre)
💡 Use the official taxi stand outside arrivals; fix the price before getting in. 200-250 THB is standard to Tommy Inn. No meter, so haggle firmly if they ask more.
Ubon Ratchathani Airport (UBP) → Tommy Inn (bus stop near clock tower)
💡 Look for the green minibus parked outside the terminal. It goes through the city centre; tell the driver Tommy Inn (on Phaeng Road). They'll drop you at the main road, a 5-min walk.
Tommy Inn (anywhere in city) → Ubon bus station or train station
💡 Grab works well here, but expect 5-10 min wait. Use the app to set pickup to Tommy Inn's exact location. Cash or card. For early morning buses to Pakse, pre-book the night before.
About Ubon Ratchathani
Wikipedia ↗
Ubon Ratchathani (Thai: อุบลราชธานี, pronounced [ʔubon râːt.tɕʰa.tʰaːniː]), commonly shortened to Ubon (อุบลฯ, meaning "royal lotus city"), is a city (เทศบาลนคร, thesaban nakhon) in northeastern Thailand and the administrative centre of Ubon Ratchathani Province. It is one of the four largest cities...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Chanthip Place?
Request a room on floors 2-4 facing the rear (away from the main road). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for quick stair access if the lift is busy. The rear side overlooks the hotel's own gardens or neighbouring properties, which is quieter than the front. Thanon Ratchathani is a main road with motorbike and truck traffic from early morning until late evening.
Which rooms should I avoid at Chanthip Place?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or lift lobby — they pick up footfall, luggage wheels and reception noise. Also avoid rooms at the front of the building on floors 1-2; they catch direct street noise from Thanon Ratchathani. The hotel's lift is a single car, so rooms adjacent to the lift shaft on any floor may get mechanical hum and ding sounds.
Is Chanthip Place noisy?
Thanon Ratchathani is a main arterial road with constant motorbikes, songthaews and trucks starting around 6am and tapering off after 10pm. There's no bar or nightclub attached, but nearby roadside food stalls and 7-Elevens generate chatter until 11pm. The lift door clunk is audible in adjacent rooms on all floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Chanthip Place?
Rooms at the rear (south or east side depending on building orientation) have a quiet view of local rooftops or a small garden. Front rooms look onto Thanon Ratchathani — busy but interesting if you like people-watching. No river or landmark view from this address.
What are insider tips for staying at Chanthip Place?
(1) If you arrive by car, the hotel has limited off-street parking at the rear — request a space when booking as it fills quickly. (2) The in-room mini-fridge works well but ask at check-in for a kettle if your room doesn't have one; they keep spares at reception.
What time is check-in at Chanthip Place?
Check-in at Chanthip Place is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Chanthip Place have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas; average speed 10 Mbps; no login required – just select network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Chanthip Place?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Chanthip Place?
Rice and a stir-fry from a local food stall; 40-60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Chanthip Place?
Songthaew (shared pickup truck) 10-20 THB per ride; from the airport, take bus line 7 for 20 THB.
When is the best time to visit Ubon Ratchathani?
November to February: cool dry season with daytime highs around 30°C and low humidity, plus the Candle Festival (July) crowds are over. March and April are too hot; May to October is wet.
Top Attractions in Ubon Ratchathani
💡 Come for the evening market from 5pm on Fridays and Saturdays - eat the grilled sausages (sai krok Isaan) from any stall, about 20 baht. The park itself is just grass and a pond during the day.
💡 Double-check opening hours as they vary seasonally. In low season it often closes for lunch 12-1pm. Allow 30-45 minutes.
💡 Go early morning before 8am to see monks receive alms and avoid the heat. The museum behind the temple is free but closes at 4pm.
💡 Visit at sunset when the white structure glows pink. The grounds are well-kept and quiet. Free to walk around anytime, but the main hall may be locked outside prayer hours.
💡 Entry is 200 baht for foreigners. Just bring your own water and snacks - the small shop there is overpriced. Wear sturdy shoes for the short walk down to the paintings.