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Pongphen Guesthouse

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Bridge Over the River Kwai

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Bungalow with Breakfast | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds
Sundeck
Hallway
Bungalow with Breakfast | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Bungalow with Breakfast | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Bungalow with Breakfast

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Tripple Room | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Tripple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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River View | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

River View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View | In-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Soi Bangladesh, River Kwai, Kanchanaburi, 71000

What's nearby

  • Thailand-Burma Railway Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kanchanaburi War Cemetery - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kanchanaburi Walking Street - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Bridge Over the River Kwai - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Kanchanaburi Skywalk - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Don Mueang Intl. Airport (DMK) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monkey Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪กิ๋นข้าวลำ Kin Khao Lam - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ave Thaifood & Goodbeer - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Hut Bar & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cracker's Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Pongphen Guesthouse

Hotel near Bridge Over the River Kwai
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Pongphen Guesthouse. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Pongphen, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • Scooter rentals, free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Pongphen Guesthouse have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like safes and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Thai

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Pongphen

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scooter/moped rentals

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
This is a certified Thailand SHA Plus property. Thailand SHA Plus is a health and safety certification (an additional level to the SHA standard), for properties that are open to vaccinated travelers and have at least 70% of staff vaccinated, issued by the Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from August 1 2024 to April 30 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for THB 300.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: THB 2600 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: THB 300.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Pongphen Guesthouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Pongphen Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pongphen Guesthouse?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pongphen Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Pongphen Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Pongphen Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of THB 2600 per vehicle applies.

Where is Pongphen Guesthouse located?

Situated in Kanchanaburi, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Thailand-Burma Railway Centre and Bridge Over the River Kwai. Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and JEATH War Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Pongphen Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 184 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 184 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 184 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 184 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 184 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Glenn

Great staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really kind and helpful. The bungalow room was very nice. The area is superb since it’s close to the busy street but away from the noise. Morning breakfast by the river bank were a highlight
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel to stay at staff were so friendly and helpful food was excellent couldn't ask for more
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pongphen guest house is amazing it sits right along the river so try to get a room with a river view as it's amazing the staff were friendly and it was in a good location to visit places and a 30 second walk and you are in the town where's there's bars and restaurants for stuff to do in the evening
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

P.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place and not expensive
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Pongphen Guesthouse. Great location. Easy walk to many restaurants, convenience stores, etc. 15 minute walk from Kanchanburi train station (where you board the Death Railway) and the Death Railway Museum and War Cemetary. Staff was super friendly and very helpful in booking tours and telling us what to see. Located along river, we had some beautiful sunset views! They were doing some construction by the pool which was a bit noisy during the day but otherwise it was fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pool, bar and food was fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The swimming pool was a good size. The room was large.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice experience
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and friendly owner and staff, Good food simple and clean accommodation will go back.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

PHILIP

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An ok place to stay for the price.

6/10 Okay

Kate

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok room. Nice breakfast included. The place is a building site, not shown on pictures. This needs to be made clear when booking. Looks like it will go for a longtime.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and attentive staff. Great breakfast in the morning, and rooms are great. Swimming pool great refresher.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Renovation under way..loud
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff and stay was amazing. The location was close and walkable to everything and we had a great time eating inside and outside our accommodation. Exactly what I wanted and needed.

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value.

Excellent stay. Great value and friendly staff. Also had motorbike for rent right there. 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you needed was very convenient. The staff were super helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Yep stay here.

You get exactly what you pay for a good friendly clean basic accomodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pongphan

Very friendly helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay - very good value! I stayed in one of the bungalows which had a nice, small balcony. Location is excellent - off the Main Street, but still quiet. Breakfast, which was included, was very tasty! I liked it so much, I extended my stay by two days.

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Favourite place to stay in kanchaniburi

Amazing place, very clean and friendly and quiet. A lot of freedom. Other clients seem to be mostly older gents and their local wives, but no trouble or noise. Favourite place to stay and will be back. Pool is amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Anja

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our hotel room was big and clean but the door didn’t close completely so that geckos or cockroaches could enter the room. The pool was ok but right next to a construction site. The work started at 8 o’clock in the morning… The breakfast was ok but we like buffet more than a la carte. The staff was friendly and helpful. And it was nice that you could reach the river kwai bridge with a nice long walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderfull stay at Pongphen. Everybody was super friendly and our 4 year old daughter also loved the place. Very good breakfast, very good food in the evening, quiet, fantastic staff, nice swimming pool and walking distance from the bridge, the night market and restaurants. If we ever come Jack to Kanchanaburi we will definately stay here again. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Overpriced, but good location

We stayed one night at Pongphen and paid roughly 1000 BHT. We felt this was a little overpriced for a dated guesthouse, but it was well-located and breakfast was included. Staff were friendly enough but I think we would stay elsewhere if returning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023