The Canal Garden Resort  

Tucked into the Cha-am / Tha Yang area of Phetchaburi, The Canal Garden Resort sits by canals and gardens for a low-key Thai escape. Use it as a base for day trips to Klai Kangwon Palace, Kaeng Krachan Country Club, Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand and Wat Song Phi Nong.

Fifty air-conditioned rooms blend warm, homey décor with modern touches like LCD TVs, refrigerators and private balconies or patios. Some rooms are non-smoking and come with essentials such as complimentary toiletries and slippers. Expect simple comfort and garden views from many rooms.

Switch between an outdoor pool and an indoor pool, unwind at the spa and massage room, or rent bicycles to explore the neighborhood. There’s a bar and two restaurants on-site, plus a BBQ area and picnic spots. Complimentary Wi‑Fi and free self-parking are available; the resort also offers airport transfers (surcharge), lift access, laundry/dry-cleaning, a safe-deposit box and luggage storage.

Dine at The Canal Cafe or the resort’s second restaurant for international dishes and casual fare. Buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00–10:30 AM for a fee, and limited room service is available. Wrap up evenings with a drink at the bar/lounge.