Set in a garden setting, Pongphen Guesthouse serves international cuisine at its restaurant. Guests appreciate the outdoor pool, coffee shop, and free WiFi throughout the property. The staff receives consistent praise for their helpful service and local knowledge.
Kanchanaburi is home to Pongphen Guesthouse. Bridge Over the River Kwai and Lak Meuang are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Ploy River Kwai Park Market and Kanchanaburi Walking Street. Thailand-Burma Railway Centre and Kanchanaburi Skywalk are also worth visiting. Visit our Kanchanaburi travel guide
Soi Bangladesh, River Kwai, Kanchanaburi, 71000
What's nearby
Thailand-Burma Railway Centre
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Kanchanaburi Walking Street
3 min drive - 2.7 km
Kanchanaburi Skywalk
4 min drive - 2.7 km
Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
14 min walk - 1.2 km
JEATH War Museum
3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Bangkok (DMK-Don Mueang Intl.)
155 min drive
Restaurants
Punthai Coffee
1 min walk
Main St.
2 min walk
Ave Thai Food&Good Beer
2 min walk
Easy Bar
3 min walk
กิ๋นข้าวลำ Kin Khao Lam
5 min walk
About this property
Pongphen Guesthouse
Hotel near Bridge Over the River Kwai
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Pongphen Guesthouse. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Pongphen, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Additional perks include:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
English breakfast (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge) and tour/ticket information
Scooter hire, free newspapers and a front desk safe
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Pongphen Guesthouse boast thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as safes and free bottled water.
24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Daily English breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Pongphen
Things to do
Children's pool
Outdoor pool
Scooter/moped rentals
Family friendly
Children's pool
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Pool loungers
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
Room amenities
Bedroom
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This is a certified Thailand SHA Plus property. Thailand SHA Plus is a health and safety certification (an additional level to the SHA standard), for properties that are open to vaccinated travelers and have at least 70% of staff vaccinated, issued by the Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for THB 300.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: THB 2600 per vehicle (one way)
Rollaway bed fee: THB 300.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Pong Phen Guesthouse House Kanchanaburi
Pong Phen Guesthouse House
Pong Phen Guesthouse Kanchanaburi
Pong Phen Guesthouse And Bungalows Hotel Kanchanaburi
Pongphen Guesthouse Hotel Kanchanaburi
Pongphen Guesthouse Hotel
Pongphen Guesthouse Kanchanaburi
Pong Phen Guesthouse
Pongphen Guesthouse Hotel
Pongphen Guesthouse SHA Plus
Pongphen Guesthouse Kanchanaburi
Pongphen Guesthouse Hotel Kanchanaburi
Frequently asked questions
Does Pongphen Guesthouse have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Pongphen Guesthouse?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pongphen Guesthouse on 17 Mar 2026 start from HK$195, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Pongphen Guesthouse pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Pongphen Guesthouse?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Pongphen Guesthouse?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM.
What time is check-out at Pongphen Guesthouse?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Does Pongphen Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of THB 2600 per vehicle applies.
Where is Pongphen Guesthouse located?
Situated in Kanchanaburi, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Thailand-Burma Railway Centre and Bridge Over the River Kwai. Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and JEATH War Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Reviews
Pongphen Guesthouse Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.More informationOpens in a new window
Staff friendly and helpful.
Room was really nice overlooking the river. Also very well cleaned.
Food was fantastic. Some of the best pappaya salad i have tasted.
Parking good for larger motorbikes as well.
Good location bear to a few bars.
I will certainly be going back there again.
The staff was really kind and helpful.
The bungalow room was very nice.
The area is superb since it’s close to the busy street but away from the noise.
Morning breakfast by the river bank were a highlight
Friendly and attentive staff. Great breakfast in the morning, and rooms are great. Swimming pool great refresher.
robert
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Madison
18 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff and stay was amazing. The location was close and walkable to everything and we had a great time eating inside and outside our accommodation. Exactly what I wanted and needed.
Pongphen guest house is amazing it sits right along the river so try to get a room with a river view as it's amazing the staff were friendly and it was in a good location to visit places and a 30 second walk and you are in the town where's there's bars and restaurants for stuff to do in the evening
We really enjoyed our time there. The stab was so nice and serviceminded. The food was very good and it was easy to come around. We were very sorry when we had to leave from there.
Fantastic place to stay - very good value! I stayed in one of the bungalows which had a nice, small balcony. Location is excellent - off the Main Street, but still quiet. Breakfast, which was included, was very tasty! I liked it so much, I extended my stay by two days.
Amazing place, very clean and friendly and quiet. A lot of freedom. Other clients seem to be mostly older gents and their local wives, but no trouble or noise. Favourite place to stay and will be back. Pool is amazing
We loved our stay at Pongphen Guesthouse. Great location. Easy walk to many restaurants, convenience stores, etc. 15 minute walk from Kanchanburi train station (where you board the Death Railway) and the Death Railway Museum and War Cemetary. Staff was super friendly and very helpful in booking tours and telling us what to see. Located along river, we had some beautiful sunset views! They were doing some construction by the pool which was a bit noisy during the day but otherwise it was fabulous!
We had a wonderfull stay at Pongphen. Everybody was super friendly and our 4 year old daughter also loved the place. Very good breakfast, very good food in the evening, quiet, fantastic staff, nice swimming pool and walking distance from the bridge, the night market and restaurants. If we ever come Jack to Kanchanaburi we will definately stay here again. Thank you!!!
Ines
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
6/10 Okay
Kate
16 Dec 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok room. Nice breakfast included. The place is a building site, not shown on pictures. This needs to be made clear when booking. Looks like it will go for a longtime.
Kate
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
James
10 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location wonderful staff
The staff was amazing and wonderful location. The breakfast was good, standard, but good. Room was large.
Had to have the key in the slot to use the AC. No issue since most rooms seemed to have a secondary padlock style latch and we used our luggage lock to lock our room when not there.
Bed was rock hard. I like a hard bed but these were plywood hard.
James
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Dietmar
25 Jan 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Pong Phen Kanchanaburi- Jan 2024
Cute and quirky place in a great location. Loved late afternoon beer overlooking the river. Very tranquil.
Just one thing....some travellers are not considerate enough on their own in terms of their smoking habit around others. I wish they would ask guests to not smoke on the restaurant area, certainly not during breakfast hours.
Dietmar
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
6/10 Okay
Anja
3 Oct 2024
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our hotel room was big and clean but the door didn’t close completely so that geckos or cockroaches could enter the room. The pool was ok but right next to a construction site. The work started at 8 o’clock in the morning…
The breakfast was ok but we like buffet more than a la carte. The staff was friendly and helpful. And it was nice that you could reach the river kwai bridge with a nice long walk.