Overlooking the famous River Kwai, Pongphen Guesthouse 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 guesthouse 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 specialities and Western favourites 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.

This is our guests' favourite part of Kanchanaburi, according to independent reviews.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 19 Aug 2011.

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kanchanaburi, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.7

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Asian, American

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Sleeps
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.
Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days
  • Hello, I need good wifi as I need to teach online in my room on in the evening. Do you have good wifi?
    We have wifi
    Answered on 2 October 2020
  • Can I park there?
    Yes of course. How may I help you?
    Answered on 28 October 2022
  • Hi, can I book interconnected rooms? We are a family of 5. Two adults and 3 kids aged 11,11 & 13. Thanks Jc
    Hello, Sir. We so sorry the room type in the guesthouse don't have connecting room, Sir.
    Answered on 6 August 2022
  • เช็คอิน เช็คเอ้า กี่โมงค่ะ เลทได้กี่ชั่วโมงค่ะ
    สวัสดีค่ะ เวลาเช็คอินน์ 14.00 น. - 22.00 น. ค่ะ เวลาเช็คเอ้าท์ 12.00 น. ค่ะ คุณลูกค้า
    Answered on 6 August 2022
  • says need negative pcr covid test? If full vaccinated is this needed?
    no need pleses
    Answered on 10 December 2021
Hotel surroundings *
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      American • Asian
Facilities of Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified
Most popular facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
  • 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 possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
Services
  • Wake-up service
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Thai
Sustainable initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

House rules

Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:30

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

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

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa JCB Cash Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

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

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

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

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

Swimming pool #1 is closed from Fri 20 Mar 2020 until Wed 15 Apr 2020

FAQs about Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified

  • Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified is 1.3 miles from the centre of Kanchanaburi.

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

    • Double
    • Bungalow
    • Triple
    • Studio

  • The prices at Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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

  • Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

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

    • Swimming Pool

  • Guests staying at Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Asian
    • American

  • Check-in at Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, Pongphen Guesthouse - SHA Plus Certified is popular with guests booking family stays.