South islands - late january hotels

[steelyRon]

I've read in the Lonely Planet, that rooms amy be hard to get in January.... I'll be looking for $30 per day or so.

1. Should I book in advance?

2. Will finding a room without reservation be a problem?

3. Would I be able to get the same rate at the counter as I can from the internet?  ( Probably NOT!!  )

4. Any tips appreciated..

[kwiz117]

It is advisable to book.

For the rate you are looking at, I can think of one hotel.

It’s name is “Atlas Dive Resort”. Located in Rawai Beach Phuket.

It has bungalows for this price range. Obviously you can not expect 5 star standards.

It also has a good swimming pool, very professional diving team and Sauna/Massage etc.

European Guy runs it.

If you are interested, you can PM me, so I can send you the Telephone Number to contact them.

Good Luck..

[george]

Yes, you should book in advance. Why not use this site hotel booking service, and you are supporting this forum as well

http://hotels.thaivisa.com  is the URL.

[Mackerel]

Talking of Phuket.. Vichit Bungalows on the road between Rawai and Chalong has great bungalows with air. Good setting too, looking out over the sea. Very quiet. I stayed 1 month there, very happy with it. Fits well within your budget and you get a free breakfast every day too.