🇹🇭 Udon Thani, Thailand
Green Gecko
📍 134, Um Chan, Udon Thani, 41110
Your stay — Green Gecko
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Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht (THB)
Travellers can exchange currencies at local banks or money changers in the city centre, but be aware that airport rates are often poor and tourist bureaux may charge high commission fees. Consider using an ATM or a reputable currency exchange service for better rates.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Udon Thani, including at many street food stalls and local shops, but some smaller vendors may only accept cash. Mobile payment options like QR code payments are also becoming increasingly popular.
Tipping is not expected but is always appreciated, especially in restaurants and bars. 20-50 THB is sufficient for taxi drivers and hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of coffee costs around 40-60 THB from a street vendor or a small café.
A plate of pad thai or other street food can be found for around 100-150 THB.
A main course at a local restaurant can cost between 150-300 THB.
Street food is widely available in the city centre, especially along the main roads and in night markets.
Tesco Lotus and Big C are common supermarket chains in the area.
Affordable shopping can be found at local markets like the Udon Thani Walking Street Market.
A one-day public bus pass costs around 120 THB and can be purchased at the bus station. The cheapest way from the airport is by taxi (around 150 THB) or songthaew (around 100 THB).
Use public transport instead of taxis, eat at street food stalls, and shop at local markets to save money. Avoid exchanging money at airports or tourist bureaux and use ATMs instead.
Good to know — Udon Thani
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.31 · THB
Emergency Contacts
Udon ThaniWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Udon Thani, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Green Gecko
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) → Central Udon Thani (near Si Sawat Hotel)
💡 The orange minibus goes to the main bus terminal. From there, a tuk-tuk to Si Sawat costs about 50 baht. Avoid peak times—minibuses get crammed.
Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) → Si Sawat Hotel
💡 Ignore touts inside arrivals. Walk to the official taxi stand outside; fixed rate to central hotels is around 250 baht. Meter taxis often refuse the trip.
Nong Khai Railway Station → Udon Thani Railway Station
💡 If arriving from Laos, use this over a taxi. Third class is fine—fans, open windows. From Udon station, a tuk-tuk to Si Sawat is 50 baht. Buy tickets same day.
Si Sawat Hotel → Udon Thani Night Market / Central Plaza
💡 Agree price before hopping in. For short hops within town, 50 baht is standard. After 9pm, expect 100 baht. Drivers near the hotel are reliable.
About Udon Thani
Wikipedia ↗
Udon Thani (Thai: อุดรธานี, pronounced [ʔù.dɔ̄ːn tʰāː.nīː]) is a city in Isan (Northeast Thailand), the capital of Udon Thani Province and the sixth largest city in Thailand. The city municipality (thesaban nakhon / city proper) had a population of 130,531 people as of 2019, while Udon Thani's urban...
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Green Gecko?
Check-in at Green Gecko is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Green Gecko?
A plate of pad thai or other street food can be found for around 100-150 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Green Gecko?
A one-day public bus pass costs around 120 THB and can be purchased at the bus station. The cheapest way from the airport is by taxi (around 150 THB) or songthaew (around 100 THB).
Top Attractions in Udon Thani
💡 Walk through all three sections (clothes, then food, then general goods) before buying anything. For a proper meal, sit down at one of the shared tables in the food court area and point at what looks good. Try the 'khao lam' — sticky rice in bamboo. Cash only.
💡 Go just before sunset — the light over the lake is lovely and the paths are shaded. You can rent a bike for 20 baht per hour from the booth near the main entrance. Avoid weekends when it's crowded with families.
💡 Come around 5pm when the food stalls are in full swing. Bring small notes; vendors rarely have change for large bills. Try the 'sai krok Isaan' (sour Isaan sausage) from the stall near the main junction.
💡 Donations welcome but not expected. Wear long trousers and take your shoes off before entering the prayer hall. Best time is early morning for gentle light and fewer visitors. You can buy incense sticks here for 5 baht.
💡 Entry is 50 baht, but you can see the whole thing in under 45 minutes. Skip the audio guide — the English wall text is fine. Best visited early to avoid midday heat.