Overlooking the famous River Kwai, Pongphen Guest house offers rooms and bungalows with a terrace and free Wi-Fi access in the public areas. Surrounded by gardens, it also has an outdoor pool. The guest house is a 10-minute walk from the Bridge on the River Kwai. It is a 5-minute drive from Kanchanaburi War Cemetery, which houses the historical remains of prisoners who lost their lives during the construction of the Death Railway. Fitted with tiled flooring, rooms and Thai-style bungalows feature garden views. They include air conditioning and a TV with satellite channels. Private bathrooms come with hot and cold shower facilities. Pongphen’s restaurant serves local Thai specialties and Western favorites such as sandwiches and salads. Guests can make travel arrangements at the tour desk or rent a motorbike explore the surrounding areas. The 24-hour front desk provides laundry and ironing services. On-site parking is free.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Kanchanaburi City, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.0

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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1 full bed
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3 twin beds
1 full bed
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Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
8.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michael
    Canada Canada
    I liked the location and the staff were super friendly and helpful.
  • Anne
    Germany Germany
    The pool was amazing and the staff was super friendly and gave us Tips about activities in the area. The breakfast was also super delicious and fresh.
  • Gerry
    Ireland Ireland
    Really nice guesthouse. We enjoyed the pool and bar /restaurant area . The place has a nice sociable vibe to it. Highly recommend a stay here if you're in Kanchanaburi.
  • Catherine
    United States United States
    Pool for the kids, nice breakfast, kind and helpful employees
  • Richard
    Thailand Thailand
    My favorite place in kanchanaburi When I come here
  • Leigh
    Greece Greece
    Good size room by the pool. Staff are great. Close to the town.
  • Schubbel
    Thailand Thailand
    Friendly staff, clean room, comfortable bed, good food, Middleton of the city close to the bridge and bars
  • Richard
    United States United States
    This guesthouse was a good find. Great staff. Good restaurant. I'll definitely go back there. Nice long pool for swimming laps I recommend staying in the bungalows.
  • Awadallah
    Palestinian Territory Palestinian Territory
    Good location. The staff was sweet and the room was good.
  • Jim
    Thailand Thailand
    Always nice to stay at this place. Super friendly staff who were both approachable and attentive. Location is perfect and with a carpark, it makes the hotel very convienient.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • ห้องอาหาร/ภัตตาคาร #1
    • Cuisine
      American • Asian

Amenities of Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Media & Technology

  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Valet parking

Services

  • Wake-up service
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Safe

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Spa

  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Thai

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
THB 300 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

The property will be going through renovation works from 2024-07-31 until 2025-04-30. During this period, guests may experience some noise or light disturbances, and some hotel facilities and services may not be available.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

A negative coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result is mandatory to check in to this property.

Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.

FAQs about Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified

  • Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified has 1 restaurant:

    • ห้องอาหาร/ภัตตาคาร #1
  • Yes, Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • À la carte
  • Room options at Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified include:

    • Double
    • Bungalow
    • Triple
    • Studio
  • Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming pool
  • Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified is 1.3 miles from the center of Kanchanaburi City. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.