Cathay Guesthouse
the traveller's centre in Hat Yai
What we say: 
Promoting itself as the traveller's centre in Hat Yai, the long-running Cathay Guesthouse could really do with a hosing out and a coat of paint, yet it remains the most popular backpacker's spot in Hat Yai. Loaded with traveller info and noticeboards, this is a good place to meet other travellers and be sure to spend some time looking through the guestbooks for some tips. The staff are very friendly and can give you loads of information on the area. There is a common area and cafe. The rooms are large but basic with fan and squat toilet bathrooms. Louise Guesthouse is better value, but if you want to meet and/or hang out with other travellers, this is the place.
Contact details:
93/1 Niphat Uthit 2 Rd, Hat Yai. T: (074) 243 815 F: (074) 354 104
What we were quoted
| Type of room | Low season | High season | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dbl fan private b'room | 200 THB | 200 THB | |
| Triple fan private b'room | 250 THB | 250 THB |
Added to Travelfish on: 22nd June, 2005
Last visited or updated on: 22nd June, 2005
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Read Cathay Guesthouse reviews
Rated 1.5 out of 5
Based on 2 ratings and 2 reviews
a real scary dump
Sorry to say I thought this place was a scary dump. The whites staying here, well, what can I say. Not good value and the van rates to the border are a rip off. Better to take the train.
Cathay Guesthouse reviewed by jamesspignesi (Total reviews: 20) on
Close your eyes and just sleep
I stayed here for a night. At 200 Baht it is about the cheapest place one can get in Hatyai (I was shown a shack at the bus terminal and quoted 300 Baht). Having said that, I don't think I will ever return - the wall of my room was filthy, and the bed sheet did not seem to have been changed. Air circulation was also quite bad. The staff were friendly enough though.
Cathay Guesthouse reviewed by tfkhang (Total reviews: 8) on