Weekend trip heading towards Chanthaburi

[andyrichards]

Can anyone recommend anywhere to stay for the weekend heading towards Chanthaburi, can be on the beach or not just want to see something different from where I am in Bangkok. Thanks.

[Rimmer]

Best to move this to the Eastern Forum for some local input

[rsokolowski]

We stayed at a resort in the city (about $50 USD per night), but I forget the name (sorry not very helpful). I would definitely check out the beach areas, there are plenty of places to stay. Very relaxing.

[Chao Lao Beach]

Andy, do you have your own car or are you relying on public transport?

Are you after much night life?

[dinga]

Thoroughly recommend Laem Mae Phim - provided you're looking for peace and quiet, great seafood and plenty of accommodation options (take a google tour). Within easy reach of Bangkok (3 hours or so, depending on traffic). If you are not driving, catch a mini-bus at Victory Monument: leaving daily on the hour from 6am - 7pm: and it will drop you (and pick you up again on the return journey) at the door of your digs.

[andyrichards]

Andy, do you have your own car or are you relying on public transport?

Are you after much night life?

Yes I will be driving.

[snottgoblin]

Chao Lao, Lam Ma Phimosis and Laem Sadet are all nice spots IMO

[andyrichards]

Chao Lao, Lam Ma Phimosis and Laem Sadet are all nice spots IMO

Thanks for the locations, any hotel or resort recommendations?

[kuma]

Laem Mae phim

[stubuzz]

Head for the Rayong Resort and stay on the beach road. You will see many places to stay.