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For an out-of-the-way Thai town, Phayao actually has a surprising number of very comfortable places to stay, though prices are a little high, leaving only one or two real budget options. However, most will find it easy to find a suitable place to stay, especially those who can afford a bit more flash.

  • Win Hotel

    Win Hotel

    The right price, with personality to spare

    38/7 Rachasamphan Rd
    T: (054) 480 333; F: (054) 482 886

    We found this new hotel tucked away on a back soi near the day market, and it ticked all the boxes when it comes to cheap (or moderately so) accommodation in Thailand. The decor is trendy and ... Read the full review of Win Hotel.

    4.5 stars Under 600B 1 vote Backpacker
  • Kwan Phayao Villa

    Kwan Phayao Villa

    Great for bigger groups, bigger budgets

    20/1 Prasat Rd
    T: (054) 481 585;

    Just off the Chai Kwan lakeside avenue, this very new, very attractive building houses an excellent coffee shop and a couple of huge rooms. The villa dedicates the entire space on the second and ... Read the full review of Kwan Phayao Villa.

    4 stars 600B to 1,500B 1 vote Flashpacker
  • Jumjai Homestay

    Jumjai Homestay

    Our pick of the homestay bunch

    37/5-6 Prasat Rd
    T: (054) 482 659;

    This beautifully constructed homestay, set just off the water's edge, is the best of the bunch when it comes to flashpacker accommodation in Phayao. The wooden-floored rooms and comfortable beds are ... Read the full review of Jumjai Homestay.

    4 stars Under 600B 1 vote Backpacker
  • Ruenchomkwan Home Stay

    Ruenchomkwan Home Stay

    Rooms with a view

    39 Chai Kwan Rd
    T: (054) 480 933;

    This lakeside home stay does not quite offer the same value as some of the others, but is located in a beautiful building in a beautiful location. The lobby and air-con rooms all have spotlessly ... Read the full review of Ruenchomkwan Home Stay.

    3.5 stars 600B to 1,500B 1 vote Flashpacker
  • Baan Arunothai Homestay

    Baan Arunothai Homestay

    Pretty close to the top

    Chai Kwano Rd
    T: (084) 047 7375;

    As a total package, Arunothai Coffee House & Homestay runs a close second to Jumjai a few blocks away in the race for best lakeside homestay award, and some might even prefer it. The wood-floored ... Read the full review of Baan Arunothai Homestay.

    3.5 stars 600B to 1,500B 1 vote Flashpacker
  • Phayao Northern Lake Hotel

    Phayao Northern Lake Hotel

    Perfectly adequate

    15/7 Robwiengpratuklong Road
    T: (054) 411 123;

    Away from the lake, but just a five-minute walk from the bus station, the Phayao Northern Lake Hotel has perfectly adequate, well-priced rooms, all with TV, air-con and hot water. The only issue we ... Read the full review of Phayao Northern Lake Hotel.

    3 stars Under 600B 1 vote Backpacker
  • Gateway Hotel

    Gateway Hotel

    Past its prime, but comfortable

    7/36 Pratuklong 2 Rd
    T: (054) 484 333; F: (054) 410519

    Located out near the bus station, the Gateway Hotel is the biggest and most expensive hotel in town. The building and rooms have obviously seen better years, but the prices reflect its decline, as ... Read the full review of Gateway Hotel.

    2.5 stars 600B to 1,500B 2 votes Flashpacker
  • Tharn Thong Hotel

    Tharn Thong Hotel

    Cheapest digs in town

    55-59 Don Sanam Rd
    T: (054) 431 302;

    The Tharn Thong is the cheapest budget hotel in Phayao, especially since the indefinite closing of the Wattana next door. Clean and spacious rooms all have TV and hot water, though the bathrooms are ... Read the full review of Tharn Thong Hotel.

    2.5 stars Under 600B 5 votes Backpacker


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