Sam's House
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What we say: 
Sam's House has rows of log cabin-style rooms perched over a swamp. Though the reed-choked water is attractive, the half-sunken fountains that litter the grounds and the metal catwalk that leads between rooms spoil the scenery. With bamboo walls, lots of windows and small terraces, the cheapest huts are fairly pleasant and mostly clean, though bathrooms are on the grungy side. Larger wooden cabins are also available and while the family rooms represent solid value, the double is overpriced. Sam's also has a handful of newer concrete air-con rooms tightly packed around a garden out front near reception. Those in the concrete A-frames come with beds and nothing else, and are quite uninspiring. The others are a little better, but not worth the money. Pricier family rooms in the main building are similarly lacking in character and value. WiFi is free and the signal is strong throughout the grounds. Staff however are not too friendly.
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14/2 Moo 1, Maenam Kwai Rd, Kanchanaburi. T: (034) 515 956 F: (034) 624 231Email them at: sams_guesthouse@hotmail.com
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What we were quoted
| Type of room | Low season | High season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard - Double | 450 THB | 450 THB | A-frame bungalow |
| Family room | 900 THB | 900 THB | 1,000 baht with air-con |
| Bungalow fan private b'room | 500 THB | 500 THB | |
| Bungalow air-con private b'room | 600 THB | 600 THB | |
| Superior - Double | 600 THB | 600 THB | |
| Deluxe- Double | 700 THB | 700 THB |
Added to Travelfish on: 21st July, 2003
Last visited or updated on: 13th May, 2013
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Read Sam's House reviews
Rated 3.5 out of 5
Based on 2 ratings and 2 reviews
It's OK
Not overly friendly or welcoming, more of a tourist destination for those who do not seek the interpersonal experience. Rooms are clean and acceptable, bathrooms are difficult but achievable. Definitely an acceptable option if the first choices are not available.
Sam's House reviewed by Fishman (Total reviews: 39) on
OK, but nothing more
We stayed here 2 nights, and while the room was alright, the bathroom had fungal spots and wasn't very clean. We paid 600 BTH (during low season) for a double with aircon and private bathroom, kind of overpriced for what you get. The restaurant was ok, but nothing special. The staff seemed to be sleeping all the time, and we had to wake them up more or less to get some food or drinks. Maybe it different during the high season, but in june it was difficult to get some service here sometimes
Sam's House reviewed by kwintar (Total reviews: 3) on