A Solo Traveler’s Outstanding Experience

Thailand | Mar 17 - Mar 25, 2026

Charming old world hotel in great location. The owner and staff could not be nicer.

The hotel is very tired. Apparently, there are renovated rooms, but I didn’t have one. The breakfast buffet was good enough. The restaurant was very basic, though I did have a good green curry there. The Kamala area, where the hotel is located, is about an hour from the Old Town and it was difficult to get a Grab to pick me up. A taxi would have cost about 700 baht each way. In truth, the hotel was fine, so let’s no as you don’t expect 4.5/5 stars as it is currently rated.

Very high end. The staff is extremely attentive and the amenities outstanding. Great location. You almost don’t want to leave to see the sites!

So interesting. I learned a lot about Thailand. The Reclining Buddha, Standing Buddha and Emerald Buddha are sights to check off your bucket list.

Interesting and an experience to observe. I am it an adventurous eater and did not feel comfortable eating any of the street food by that time in the evening.

A highlight of my visit to Thailand. The Save the Elephants reserve is the largest elephant rescue in Asia. It is an ethical reserve (be sure to check if you go elsewhere). It was amazing to be so close to these magnificent creatures, though you cannot touch them.

The shopping is meh, but seeing the train pass through the market and experiencing th floating market is definitely worth the hour and a half ride from Bangkok.

Do it!