In the past years I have stayed many times in Phayao. I always try to stay along the lake and I try to stay every time in a new hotel. So this time we stayed at Phuglong Hotel, what is located right along the lake. It is a 7 storey new hotel, with private parking and fitness room. When booking a room here be aware that the standard rooms are on the backside but facing to the left. The Deluxe rooms are more at the front side of the hotel but also facing to the left. Only the suite rooms are really at front and facing the lake. The rooms are comfortable and modern decorated. And all rooms have a private balcony, TV, fridge, free water, air-conditioning and private bathroom. The suite rooms have bathtub. The hotel offers breakfast buffet, what was a bit basic but had a good fruit selection. Prices are good and I love it that the walk-in rate is the same as on example Agoda or Booking. Staff was friendly and service minded (except the girl at the breakfast). Great place to stay when in Phayao (also for small groups). For more information see Phuglong Hotel. Be aware that the photos on their website are a bit glamorous. This hotel has private parking for cars & motorbikes.
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