River Kwai Jungle Rafts Floating Hotel เเพ จังเกิ้ลราฟท์ รีสอร์ท กาญจนบุรี
8.8
Excellent(1028 reviews)
Baan Tahsao, Sai Yok, Kanchanaburi 71150, Thailand
+66 2 642 5497
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Hotel Description
River Kwai Jungle Rafts Resort
Nestled on the serene waters of the River Kwai Noi, the River Kwai Jungle Rafts Floating Hotel (เเพ จังเกิ้ลราฟท์ รีสอร์ท กาญจนบุรี) offers a unique escape into nature, located at Baan Tahsao, Sai Yok, Kanchanaburi 71150, Thailand. This floating jungle lodge can be reached with a picturesque 20-minute boat ride from Phutakien Pier, making it an ideal spot for those seeking tranquility away from the hustle and bustle. Surrounded by lush greenery, the hotel provides a perfect backdrop for relaxation and exploration, with nearby attractions such as the Hell Fire Pass Memorial Museum just 7 km away and the majestic LAWA Cave 40 km distant. The lodge features rustic floating cabins designed with thatched roofs and woven-bamboo walls, each offering a cozy ambiance that invites relaxation. Every cabin boasts a balcony equipped with hammocks, mosquito nets, and hand-held fans, ensuring a comfortable stay amid nature's embrace. The open-air restaurant serves delectable international cuisine, allowing guests to enjoy meals with stunning views. Additionally, a riverfront sundeck and massage services are available, enhancing the overall experience of serenity. Although the hotel operates without electricity, it offers a unique opportunity to disconnect from daily life. Guests can also rent boats for adventurous river tours, making the experience truly memorable.
When it comes to room features, each accommodation is thoughtfully designed to ensure comfort and space, making it an ideal retreat for couples, families, or solo travelers. The inviting ambiance contributes to a restful night’s sleep, helping guests recharge for the day ahead. The hotel’s special amenities include high-speed internet, a fully equipped kitchen, and unique offerings like massages that provide a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. Accessibility is seamless, with convenient public transport options nearby. For guests traveling from major airports, such as Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang International Airport, taxis are readily available, with approximate travel times of 3 hours and 12 to 26 minutes, respectively. This makes reaching the hotel a breeze, allowing guests to dive straight into their jungle adventure.
Health and safety are paramount at River Kwai Jungle Rafts. The hotel has implemented comprehensive measures to ensure guest well-being throughout their stay. Regular cleaning protocols and safety guidelines are in place, demonstrating the hotel's commitment to providing a safe environment. With an array of activities and experiences available, guests can engage with the local culture. From nature hikes to boat rides, the hotel serves as a gateway to authentic experiences that highlight the beauty of the surrounding area.
Nearby, several attractions beckon visitors. Top sights include Erawan National Park, renowned for its stunning tiered waterfalls and scenic hiking trails, just an hour and nine minutes away, and the Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre, a poignant museum located only 11 minutes from the hotel. Guests can also explore Erawan Falls, the stunning Sai Yok Noi Waterfall, and the captivating Tham Lawa Cave, each offering unique natural beauty and adventure opportunities.
Dining options around the hotel are abundant. Guests can enjoy a meal at Baan-Aaya Coffee and Restaurant, just a 7-minute taxi ride away, or savor local flavors at Khrua Off Road Restaurant, 7 minutes from the hotel. Other nearby dining establishments include ครัวกิ่งไผ่ (9 minutes away) and Renu Restaurant (19 minutes away), offering a variety of culinary delights. Each restaurant presents a unique experience, showcasing local Thai cuisine and international dishes.
In conclusion, the River Kwai Jungle Rafts Floating Hotel invites guests to immerse themselves in a tranquil paradise where nature and comfort coalesce. Whether seeking adventure, relaxation, or a cultural experience, this floating lodge offers a warm welcome to all who visit, encouraging everyone to indulge in its unique offerings and stunning surroundings.
When it comes to room features, each accommodation is thoughtfully designed to ensure comfort and space, making it an ideal retreat for couples, families, or solo travelers. The inviting ambiance contributes to a restful night’s sleep, helping guests recharge for the day ahead. The hotel’s special amenities include high-speed internet, a fully equipped kitchen, and unique offerings like massages that provide a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. Accessibility is seamless, with convenient public transport options nearby. For guests traveling from major airports, such as Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang International Airport, taxis are readily available, with approximate travel times of 3 hours and 12 to 26 minutes, respectively. This makes reaching the hotel a breeze, allowing guests to dive straight into their jungle adventure.
Health and safety are paramount at River Kwai Jungle Rafts. The hotel has implemented comprehensive measures to ensure guest well-being throughout their stay. Regular cleaning protocols and safety guidelines are in place, demonstrating the hotel's commitment to providing a safe environment. With an array of activities and experiences available, guests can engage with the local culture. From nature hikes to boat rides, the hotel serves as a gateway to authentic experiences that highlight the beauty of the surrounding area.
Nearby, several attractions beckon visitors. Top sights include Erawan National Park, renowned for its stunning tiered waterfalls and scenic hiking trails, just an hour and nine minutes away, and the Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre, a poignant museum located only 11 minutes from the hotel. Guests can also explore Erawan Falls, the stunning Sai Yok Noi Waterfall, and the captivating Tham Lawa Cave, each offering unique natural beauty and adventure opportunities.
Dining options around the hotel are abundant. Guests can enjoy a meal at Baan-Aaya Coffee and Restaurant, just a 7-minute taxi ride away, or savor local flavors at Khrua Off Road Restaurant, 7 minutes from the hotel. Other nearby dining establishments include ครัวกิ่งไผ่ (9 minutes away) and Renu Restaurant (19 minutes away), offering a variety of culinary delights. Each restaurant presents a unique experience, showcasing local Thai cuisine and international dishes.
In conclusion, the River Kwai Jungle Rafts Floating Hotel invites guests to immerse themselves in a tranquil paradise where nature and comfort coalesce. Whether seeking adventure, relaxation, or a cultural experience, this floating lodge offers a warm welcome to all who visit, encouraging everyone to indulge in its unique offerings and stunning surroundings.
The Most Outstanding Trait
1. Featured in 10 Best Floating Hotels In The World For A Unique Holiday
2. Guests praised the breakfast buffet for its variety and quality
3. Open-air restaurant offering a diverse international menu
4. Unique experience of staying in floating cabins without electricity
5. Located near significant historical and natural attractions
6. Complimentary boat rentals and river tours available for guests
6.6 Good
Location rating
Top sights
Erawan National Park
1 hr 9 min
Hellfire Pass Interpretive Centre11 min
Erawan Falls1 hr 13 min
Sai Yok Noi Waterfall (Khao Pang Waterfall)18 min
Tham Lawa Cave46 min
Nearest locations
ร้านอาหารบ้านเอญ่า (Baan-Aaya Coffee and Restaurant)
7 min
Khrua Off Road Restaurant7 min
ร้านอาหารริมทาง8 min
ครัวกิ่งไผ่9 min
Renu Restaurant19 min
Lakeview Cafe and Restaurant48 min
Bann Ton Nam1 hr 1 min
Ruaen Thara Restaurant1 hr 9 min
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Good to know
| Check-in | 14:00 |
| Check-out | 12:00 |
| Location rating | 6.6 |
| Nearest airport | Don Mueang International Airport |
| Travel time to airport | 3 hr 12 min |
Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)
Check-in: Sat, Nov 02
Check-out: Sun, Nov 03
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Location
Baan Tahsao, Sai Yok, Kanchanaburi 71150, Thailand
Airports:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Taxi: 3 hr 26 min
Don Mueang International Airport
Taxi: 3 hr 12 min
Nearby locations
6.6
Good Location
A 20-minute boat ride from Phutakien Pier on the River Kwai Noi, this floating, low-key jungle lodge is 7 km from the Hell Fire Pass Memorial Museum and 40 km from the LAWA Cave.
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Amenities and Facilities
Pets
No pets
Parking & transportation
Parking
Self parking
Airport shuttle
Services
Front desk
Baggage storage
Concierge
Housekeeping
Languages spoken
English
Accessibility
Not accessible
Policies & payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
Cash
Food & drink
Restaurant
Bar
Buffet dinner
Breakfast
Breakfast buffet
Bathrooms
Private bathroom
Shower
Wellness
No fitness center
Massage
Spa
Children
Kid-friendly
Activities for kids
Internet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi in public areas
Pools
No pools
No hot tub
Rooms
No air conditioning
Reviews
100% reviews from partners and customers booking on Dinogo
8.8
392 reviews
Wonderful
245
Excellent
103
Good
24
Below Average
5
Not Good
9
vincent wu
1/5
The experience of this hotel is very, very, very bad. After living in Thailand for ten years, this is the worst hotel experience I have ever had. The room rate is also very expensive, about 3,500 baht/night, including ferry transfer, dinner and breakfast. Breakfast is very simple. Dinner consists of vegetables except for one rib. The pick-up service only costs about 200 baht per trip. The biggest problem is that the hotel has no breakfast, no water heater, no way to take a shower, and no hot water to drink. I couldn't navigate directly to the hotel through GPS, so I couldn't find the hotel in the middle of the night in the wilderness. In fact, I needed to go to a pier first, and then take a ferry to the hotel. However, such important information was not stated on the Agoda order. I just sent it. Please note that not every customer will read text messages! ! ! Moreover, we were fined 1,000 baht for ferrying to the hotel after 18:00, which is equivalent to a total cost of nearly 5,000 baht for us to stay in a hotel with no electricity and no hot shower. Moreover, the hotel facilities and sanitation are very poor, the staff are not professional, they do not say hello when meeting, and they are rude. The staff are all nearby villagers and there is no standard training. In short, everything is very bad. This is what happened during my 7-day trip. , the worst experience, I really wish I had not booked this hotel, it was like a nightmare, my friend who was traveling with me complained about it all the way, it was terrible.This hotel experience is very, very, very bad. I have lived in Thailand for ten years, and this is the worst hotel I have ever experienced. The room rate is very expensive, about 3,500 baht per night, including ferry transfer, dinner and breakfast. The breakfast is very simple. Dinner is all vegetables except for one rib. The transfer service costs about 200 baht per trip. There is no electricity in the hotel , this is the biggest problem. so we can't take a warm shower or drink hot water. I can't navigate directly to the hotel through GPS, which made me unable to find the hotel in the wilderness in the middle of the night. In fact, I need to go to a pier first and then take a ferry to the hotel, but such important information is not indicated on the Agoda order, but only a text message is sent. You know, not every guest will read the text message! ! ! And after 18:00, I was fined 1,000 baht for taking the ferry to the hotel, which is equivalent to spending nearly 5,000 baht in total for staying in this hotel without electricity and hot water. Moreover, the hotel facilities and hygiene are very poor, the staff are also unprofessional, they don't say hello when we meet them, they are impolite, the staff are all villagers from nearby, they are not properly trained, in short, everything is terrible, it is the worst experience I had in this 7-day trip, I really wish I hadn't booked this hotel, it was like a nightmare, my friends who were traveling with me complained about it all the way, it was terrible.
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Beckyh21
5/5
Had one night at the rafts whilst visiting Kanchanburi and loved our stay. We had two double rooms for our family of 4 and found them to be as described. …
Matthias Wiels
4/5
The Jungle rafts are located in a beautiful place. The views are incredible. Sleeping was a bit difficult for the kids with the noice of the river underneath your floating house. Take into account there is no electricity/airco in the houses. The people working here are very friendly and the food at the restaurant is very good!I would recommend a stay here (for 1 night).
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melanie c
3/5
Unique experience but very spartan in comfort.||We spent 2 nights there, difficult to sleep the first night due to the noise late in the evening from other customers and early in the morning from the teams coming and …
patrick lejeune
5/5
Very beautiful lodge. Very nice experience. I highly recommend it.
Sanne van den Doel
5/5
Yes, a great experience. Completely offline, no WiFi and just enjoying each other and especially the surroundings. The sloshing water around you and the rich oxygen you can breathe. Only the petroleum smells of the oil lamps can be forgiven. What a gift this is to experience. And if you are lucky, OneDee will also come by in the morning, an elephant, very special now 55 years old.
KENAN KAPLAN (BARATHUR)
5/5
no electricity no network, for a 1-2 nights, perfect
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Eli Willaert
5/5
Lovely atmosphere and fun place to be overall.
Room 5
Service 5
Location5
Theerayut Bumrungrat
5/5
This simple floating lodge in the middle of the jungle is a 20-minute boat ride from Phutakian Pier on the Kwai Noi River.
Hans Peter Rauer
5/5
Admittedly, the stay is a bit rustic, but we had one of the best stays in a hotel in our entire lives. Really unique and recommended if you can handle the floating lots well. You should definitely jump into the river, although it is very fast, you can handle it well, a life jacket is also mandatory.
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Fabrice S
3/5
The 15-minute longtail transfer from the dock to the hotel is quite magical, especially at the end of the day. …
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FRANCK972
4/5
A truly exotic and enchanting three-day family stay. It begins with river access by long tail boat which allows you to admire the wild setting of the place. …
Céline “Céline_Lag” Lagasse
5/5
What an experience!Nestled in the middle of nowhere, the small floating houses exude a very special atmosphere.It seems to me that there are few places where one can have such an experience.Well maintained but basic, you will have no electricity or shower cubicle but there are kerosene lamps and a rather cold water pipe in the tiny bathroom (but when it's hot it's perfect). So when we take a shower we soak everything but it doesn't matter!Charming riverside restaurant.Very good cocktails.Possibility of jumping into the water with life jackets and letting the current carry you (children love it).So yes there is a roped elephant that we can go and feed in the morning, he doesn't seem mistreated but it's true that it's not a great situation. We can't climb on it, that's already it.It was the first time for me that I was able to have physical contact with this animal so it was still pleasant.The river current is strong, the water makes a lot of noise at night, sensitive people bring earplugs.I wouldn't stay there several nights but for the experience, in a circuit, I validate.A little upstream there is another resort with luxury floating houses if you are afraid of the concept ;-)
Jaysan Kyingyuen
5/5
Simply the best💚 Think of the smell of lanterns, the smell of the river, the trees.
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Martine G
4/5
We spent two nights here during a group trip from Sawadee. Unfortunately we were unlucky and it rained a lot during our stay. …
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lotte v
2/5
We had a lot of expectations from the hotel. You arrive and have to take a boat for 15 minutes to your hotel. ||The general feeling I have is: a nice place but a degoutant, unfriendly staff. …
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Nicole B
2/5
Unique, the floating rooms. A raft in front of everyone to chill out. The oil lamps conjure up a very special atmosphere. Unfortunately we had floods. The raft terraces are a bit rotten. …
Nathan Grusenmeyer
1/5
Nice location, but that's all. Dirty cold water for showering, etc... Far too expensive for the accommodation you get.No electricity.
Femke GE
3/5
The prices are exorbitant for what you get. It's really remote and back to basics. Very noisy. But be honest about that and adjust the price accordingly. Really not 4 stars or worth the price. Food great and people very nice. Boat trip there impressive!No air conditioning and no decent shower. Desirable with heat. The hotel in front looks much better and is in the same price category.And the river is brown and full of dirt.We left after 1 day even though we had booked 2 nights. Daughter got sick. It is not without reason that you pay everything in advance and do not get a refund...
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Paula V
4/5
The good stuff...... as idealic as it sounds, comfy beds, mozzy nets, basic but functioning bathrooms, a unique way to stay, you can hear the jungle at night, the food is great for dinner and the staff are lovely. …