Siri Sothorn Apartment Chachoengsao — In-Town Apartment, an Easy Drive to Wat Sothon, Easy on the Budget but an Older Building to Keep in Mind
If you're after a budget-friendly stay in central Paet Riu that's only a few minutes' drive to pay respects to Luang Pho Sothon — Siri Sothorn Apartment is a name that comes up often on booking platforms · it's an apartment-style rental stay on Chachoengsao-Bang Pakong Road in Na Mueang sub-district, just about 1.3 kilometres from the town centre, with Wat Sothon Wararam Worawihan roughly a 6-minute drive away · what guests rate highly is the in-town location, the price starting at about THB 590/night, rooms that often come with a balcony, a fridge, and free parking · but to be straight with you, this is a fairly old building, and some real reviews mention the rooms are dated and could use an update · in this review we'll lay out both the good points and the things to watch, so you can decide whether it fits your trip
Overview and who it's for — to put it as simply as possible, Siri Sothorn Apartment is an apartment-style rental stay in central Chachoengsao that sells itself mainly on "location and price" rather than luxury or newness · it isn't a riverside resort you come to for relaxing photo getaways, and it isn't a brand-new boutique hotel · it's a roadside building on Chachoengsao-Bang Pakong Road that focuses on giving you a room that's clean enough to use, a good night's sleep, parking, and easy access to everything in Paet Riu town · from real reviews across several platforms, the people this place suits best are temple-goers who've come to make merit at Luang Pho Sothon, drivers handling errands or business in town, and budget travellers who want a one- or two-night stay without burning through cash · another group that chooses to stay are those looking for a monthly or long-stay option, because the apartment format comes with a fridge and living space you can live in longer than a typical hotel room · the people it may not suit are those expecting a flawless new room, a resort vibe, or the full amenities of a big hotel, which is not what this place was built for · put simply, if you set your expectations to match "a budget in-town stay with a good location," you'll be satisfied, but if you set them higher than the price, you may end up disappointed
Location and getting around — this is the clearest strength of Siri Sothorn Apartment · the stay sits at 672/5 on Chachoengsao-Bang Pakong Road in Na Mueang sub-district, the main route linking Paet Riu town with Bang Pakong district · the highlight is that it's only about 1.3 kilometres from the centre of Chachoengsao, with Wat Sothon Wararam Worawihan roughly a 6-minute drive away — the number-one stop for anyone visiting Paet Riu · it's also close to Chachoengsao train station at about 2.8 kilometres, handy if you take the train from Bangkok and just need a short hop to the stay · for longer distances, Suvarnabhumi Airport is roughly 38-48 kilometres away depending on the route, or about 45 minutes to an hour by car · within a short drive of the stay there are restaurants, markets, convenience stores, and important temples, making it easy to head out for food or sightseeing · anyone wanting to continue on to Wat Saman Rattanaram (the giant reclining Ganesha) or the Ban Mai 100-Year-Old Market can use this as a base · one small note: because it's on a main road, rooms facing the street may catch some traffic noise at times, so light sleepers should ask for an inside room
"Great location — a quick drive to pay respects to Luang Pho Sothon, and close to the town too. The staff were friendly and clear, and at this price it's worth it for coming to handle errands in town."
Room types and decor — Siri Sothorn Apartment is an apartment-style building with several room types to choose from, ranging from a Double room to a Twin room with two single beds · standard rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, an electric kettle, a desk, a clothes rail, and an en-suite shower bathroom with basic toiletries · what sets this apart from a small guesthouse is that many rooms have a private balcony or terrace to step out for some air or hang laundry, which is handy for long stays · the decor is simple and practical, function over looks, suited to people who want a room to sleep and store things in rather than one to photograph · to be honest, because it's a fairly old building, some of the furniture and decor look dated with age · some real reviews note that the furniture and carpet in certain rooms show signs of wear, and some rooms feel a little stuffy, especially ones that have been shut up for a while · the best move is, if you check in and don't like the room you get, ask to switch, since each room is in different condition, and running the air-con and airing it out for a bit before settling in helps a lot
Facilities and the gym — for a budget in-town stay, Siri Sothorn Apartment's facilities are decent · one thing many people don't expect to find is a gym for those who want to work out during their stay, which isn't common at this price · there's also free private parking on site, which puts drivers at ease without worrying about finding a spot in town · there's laundry service, a luggage storage service, and a 24-hour front desk, so a late check-in or off-schedule arrival can still be sorted out · there's Wi-Fi in the common areas and a shuttle service (for a fee) for those without a car · what it doesn't have, and worth knowing, is that there's no breakfast service and no on-site restaurant, so breakfast means heading out or bringing your own, which isn't much trouble since you're in town · overall the facilities here cover a practical stay — nothing luxurious, but the essentials are there for a short- to mid-length stay
Food and the area around it — since the stay has no breakfast and no on-site restaurant, meals take a bit of planning, but the good news is the in-town location helps a lot · within a short drive of the stay there are made-to-order eateries, noodle shops, cafes, convenience stores, and markets in Paet Riu town · food lovers can drive over for good eats around the Ban Mai 100-Year-Old Market, known for old-school dishes, or find a riverside spot on the Bang Pakong with a nice atmosphere not far off · for breakfast, many people swing by a convenience store or a nearby cafe before heading out to the temple in the morning · because there's a fridge in the room, it's easy to buy food or drinks to keep on hand, which suits people staying several nights or wanting to save on food · in short, food isn't this stay's selling point, but the in-town location means finding a meal is no problem at all if you have a car or are willing to walk or grab a short ride
Service and care — service is another point that earns praise in real reviews · some voices agree that the staff communicate well, are clear and friendly, and help out with various things, whether it's check-in, giving directions to Wat Sothon, or sorting out parking · for an apartment-style stay where the team isn't as large as a big hotel's, earning praise for friendliness and care is a plus that puts many people at ease right from check-in · the 24-hour front desk also makes it easy for those arriving late or leaving early · that said, as a budget stay, some extras like room service or the kind of service you'd get at a luxury hotel aren't available, and how often rooms are cleaned mid-stay may not match a big hotel · but overall, on the "people who look after you" front, it's a plus that helps offset the older building condition reasonably well
What real reviews say (both praise and gripes) — pulling together Agoda, Booking.com, Trip.com, and TripAdvisor, the picture is fairly two-sided, so it's worth telling in full · On the praise side: the in-town location with a quick drive to Wat Sothon and into town, the budget-friendly price, staff who communicate well and are friendly, free parking that's convenient for drivers, and the fridge plus balcony that make longer stays more comfortable than a typical hotel room · many sum it up as "worth the price" for handling errands or visiting the temple without focusing on luxury · On the things-to-watch side: the most commonly mentioned point is the building and rooms being old and in need of an update · some reviews note rooms feel stuffy, with stains or signs of wear on the carpet and furniture in certain rooms · next is the lack of breakfast, meaning you have to find your own morning meal, and the traffic noise in rooms facing the street · overall platform scores are therefore fairly spread out — some give a good score in the low 8s while others land middling, reflecting that the experience depends mainly on which room you get and the expectations you set
"Cheap, with easy access into town, but you have to accept it's an old building. The room I got this time felt a little stuffy and some things looked well-used · I asked to switch rooms and it was better — the staff were very helpful."
Price comparison and value — Siri Sothorn Apartment's starting price is about THB 590/night for a standard room (around 16-18 dollars on international platforms) at normal rates, climbing to roughly THB 650-800 depending on the time, room type, and long weekends · compared with other budget stays in central Chachoengsao, such as Kesorn Boutique starting around THB 550 or BB House starting around THB 500, Siri Sothorn's price is in a similar range · what makes it good value in one sense is the in-town location with a 6-minute drive to Wat Sothon, free parking, rooms with a fridge and balcony, and a gym, which together give you more than the price suggests · but on the other hand, the trade-off is a building that's older than some rivals that have just renovated or opened · so the value here depends on what you weight most — if you weight location and price, this is good value, but if you weight newness and room condition, there may be other options in town that fit better at a similar budget · the advice is to always compare prices across several platforms and check the latest room photos before you book
What to know before you book — a few things help make the stay go smoother · one, because each room is in different condition, if you check in and get a room that's stuffy or looks older than expected, don't hesitate to ask to see a room or to switch, since many reviews say switching made it better · two, the stay has no breakfast, so plan your morning meal — swing by a convenience store, a nearby cafe, or buy food to keep in the fridge · three, if you're a light sleeper, ask for a room that doesn't face the street when booking or at check-in, since it's on a main road · four, if you're driving, ask about parking at check-in, since it's a convenient selling point · five, run the air-con and air the room out for a bit before settling in to cut down on stuffiness · six, pick a free-cancellation option if your plans aren't set, and read the latest reviews alongside, since the condition of this type of stay can change with how it's maintained at different times
The bottom line — from all the real reviews, Siri Sothorn Apartment is best suited to budget travellers who want a location in central Chachoengsao, a few-minute drive to pay respects to Luang Pho Sothon, free parking, and a room with a fridge and balcony for a short- to mid-length stay · the clear strengths are the location, the price, and the staff who look after you well · but the trade-off to keep in mind is a building that's old for its age, with some rooms feeling stuffy and showing wear, and no breakfast · if you set your expectations to match "a budget in-town stay, good location, not focused on newness" and are ready to ask for a room change when needed, this place does its job well and is worth the price · but if you're after a brand-new room, a resort vibe, or the full service of a big hotel, you should look at a recently renovated stay or a Bang Pakong riverside resort at a higher budget instead · in short, Siri Sothorn Apartment is a "straightforward" choice — you get location and price in exchange for a condition you have to accept, and it suits people who know what they want from a budget in-town stay
Summary from Booking & Agoda
- ✓ In-town location, a quick drive to Wat Sothon and into town
- ✓ Budget-friendly price, worth it for errands or temple visits
- ✓ Free private parking, easy for those driving in
- ✓ Staff communicate well and are friendly, 24-hour front desk
- ! Building and rooms are old for their age, some spots need an update
- ! Some rooms feel stuffy and show signs of wear
- ! No breakfast and no on-site restaurant
- ✓ In-town location near Wat Sothon, easy to get around
- ✓ Rooms have a fridge, kettle, and some have a balcony
- ✓ Free parking and a gym
- ✓ Good value among budget in-town stays
- ! Room condition and furniture are older than recently renovated stays
- ! Rooms facing the street catch some traffic noise
- ! Prices climb noticeably over long weekends
- 💡If you expect a flawless new room — this is an older building, some rooms are dated and stuffy with signs of wear on the furniture → ask to see a room or to switch at check-in, and run the air-con to air it out for a bit before settling in
- 💡If you must have breakfast — the stay has no breakfast and no on-site restaurant → plan your morning meal, swing by a convenience store/nearby cafe, or buy food to keep in the in-room fridge
- 💡If you're a light sleeper — it's on a main road, and rooms facing the street catch some traffic noise → ask for an inside room that doesn't face the street when booking or at check-in