FAQs
Yes. Central Korat is right next door, with a wide range of restaurants and cafés. The city's night markets and street food stalls are also a short drive away.
Guests can explore Korat's heritage, food and natural attractions, from the Thao Suranari Monument and lively night markets to Khmer temples, a UNESCO Global Geopark and nearby Khao Yai National Park.
It is Korat's most beloved landmark, honouring Thao Suranari, the local heroine who led her people to freedom in 1826. The monument stands beside Chumphon Gate in the old city and is a short drive from the hotel.
The festival takes place each year from late March to early April, with processions, cultural performances and food stalls around the monument.
Yes. Phimai is one of Thailand's most important Khmer temple complexes and makes an easy day trip from Korat.
Khorat Geopark was named a UNESCO Global Geopark in 2023. It covers five districts and is known for its dinosaur fossils, ancient elephant fossils and petrified wood.
The Khorat Fossil Museum, about 15 kilometres from the city centre, features halls dedicated to petrified wood, ancient elephants and life-sized dinosaur replicas. It is usually closed on Mondays.
Popular options include the Korat Night Bazaar on Manat Road near the Thao Suranari Monument, Wat Boon Night Market on Chumphon Road and the busy SaveOne Night Market.
Don't miss pad mee Korat, the city's signature stir-fried rice noodles. Isan favourites such as som tam, gai yang, larb and sai krok Isan are also widely available.
Dan Kwian is a traditional pottery village known for its distinctive rust-coloured clay ceramics. It is a great stop for handmade souvenirs.
The cool season, from November to February, offers the most comfortable weather for sightseeing. Late March to early April is ideal for the Thao Suranari Festival.