Nakhon Pathom province is located in Thailand, northwest of the Bangkok city limits. Known as a weekend escape from the bustling, humid streets of Bangkok, this area is ideal for those whose priority is peace and quiet. Visitors to this area can explore area highlights that include Sanam Chan Palace and the Don Whai market. Also worth mentioning is the Buddhist temple Wat Song Thammakanlayani, the only monastery in Thailand where females can be ordained.
The Rose Garden Riverside is a contemporary hotel and resort blending Thai and western design elements. This 166-room hotel offers the suite-filled Ta Chine wing, standard rooms in the Pet Kasem wing and six fully restored Thai houses constructed largely of teak wood and over 100 years old. The Rose Garden Riverside is located in the town of Sampran and is nestled in the midst of 70 acres of mostly manicured botanical gardens. These gardens are available for guests to explore and include flora such as the orchid lawn, varieties of banana palm and Pikul trees. Other features include an 18-hole golf course, boutique spa and five different dining options that include Thai, Japanese and international cuisine. Additionally, the hotel offers a cultural center where Thai traditions like silk weaving, martial arts and fruit carving can be experienced. This hotel is a 30-minute drive from Bangkok.
Rose Garden Riverside
Km 32 Pet Kasem Rd.
Sampran
Nakhon Pathom, 73110
Thailand
011-66-34-322-544
Rosegardenriverside.com
The Royal Gems Golf Resort is a contemporary hotel and resort designed with pseudo European elements. This 76-room hotel offers standard rooms and suites. Standard rooms are also available as part of a package involving a single round of golf. Facilities include a pool with spiraling water slide, karaoke lounge and beauty salon. The Royal Gems Golf Resort is located in the town of Putthamonthon and sits alongside the grounds of the Royal Gems Golf and Sports Club. This facility is largely composed of a challenging 18-hole golf course. A driving range, putting green and chipping area, squash and tennis courts are also available. This hotel is a 38-minute drive from Bangkok.
Royal Gems Golf Resort
170/148 Moo 3
Salaya-Bangpasi Rd.
A. Phuthamonthon
Nakhon Pathom, 73170
Thailand
011-66-24-298-1514
Royalgemsgolf.com
The Hidden Holiday House is a guest house designed with traditional and modern Thai elements. Of particular note is the exterior architecture which mimics a traditional Thai stilt house. This hotel offers six rooms for guests to choose from, two of which are suites. Additionally, a floating raft house is available for rent. Largely constructed of teak, furnishings at the Hidden Holiday House incorporate antiques such as old, wooden wagon wheels that have been refinished and used as chair sidings. Other features include traditional Thai massage and a karaoke room. Located in Watsamrong, the Hidden Holiday House is set along the shore of the Ta Jin river in a pastoral community. For visitors seeking to mingle with locals this hotel is a fine choice. This hotel is a 55-minute drive from Bangkok.
Hidden Holiday House
14/4 Moo 4
Watsamrong
Nakhon Chaisri
Nakhon Pathom, 73120
Thailand
011-66-34-239-822
Hiddenholidayhouse.com
