There is nothing more fulfilling than travelling to an exotic location and soaking up the culture, the history and the sights of that place.
One of the more popular tourist destinations in Asia is Thailand. Despite having suffered from the devastating tsunami that hit the coastline of the country a couple of years ago, the tourist industry in Thailand has already bounced back and tourists are coming once again to experience Thai culture, visit the wonderful beaches in Thailand and generally immerse themselves in the wonderful milieu of Thai life.
Not everyone who travels necessarily has a lot of money to burn. There is actually a growing industry in budget tourism and budget travel and more and more people are doing this kind of travel as a way of seeing the world without necessarily breaking the bank.
For budget travelers the key to the success of their trip is by being constantly aware of their budget and looking for means to stretch that budget as much as possible without necessarily sacrificing safety or quality. Of course, one of the most important aspects of travelling in another country is looking for a good hotel to stay in. Because of the explosion of budget tourism all over the world, more and more establishments are also being constructed or put up that cater to budget travelers. These budget hotels promise good service and accommodations at prices that are a fraction of those being asked by more upscale hotels.
Not all budget hotels are created equal though. There are still those that can be considered as offering far more superior services or more attractive prices compared to their competitors. Below are some budget hotels that you should definitely check out when you visit Thailand:
If you are in Phuket (and chances are you will) one budget hotel that you can consider is The Patong Lodge Hotel. The rates are very affordable with standard rooms just starting at 1400 baht. The hotel is located near Patong Beach and boasts of impeccable service.
Another budget hotel of note in Phuket is the Karon Whale Resort located in Karon Beach, one of the most beautiful spots in the whole of Phuket island. The hotel is ideally situated near the beach and the shopping centers and is one of the most affordable budget hotels in the whole of Phuket.
For those who plan on spending their time shopping in Bangkok, a good place to stay in is The Tower Inn. Aside from affordability and accessibility, the place has full amenities, with a restaurant, a pool, gym facilities, a business center – practically all of the things that you would expect from more expensive hotels.
Another great to area in Thailand that one should visit is Koh Samui. And when you do visit this place check out Chaweng Villa Beach Resort. The hotel features all modern amenities and is ideally located near Chaweng Beach and the tourist center. The prices offered by this hotel is one of the most affordable in the area.