Baan Bangrak Residence

Baan Bangrak Residence is an aparthotel on Kantang Road in Bang Rak, Trang — four room layouts, each around 36 square metres, giving more floor space than a standard hotel room even though they’re open-plan rather than separate apartments.

Superior Double rooms have a king bed, Superior Twin rooms two singles, and the two triple layouts split between a king-plus-single and three singles. Expect a seating and dining area, a sink and some tableware in each — not a hob, microwave or full kitchen, so factor in the on-site restaurant or somewhere to eat out.

A fitness centre, sauna, steam room, massage chairs and a garden round out the wellness side, alongside Wi-Fi, parking and daily housekeeping. Car hire and a paid airport shuttle can both be arranged, and cycling is an easy way to get around once you’re settled in.

Insider Tip: Ask exactly what cooking equipment is in your room before you buy groceries — a sink and a dining table don’t add up to a kitchen without an actual appliance.

Trang Railway Station sits about 4.4 kilometres away and the airport further still, so don’t count on an easy walk into town — budget for a taxi or arranged transport instead. Check-in runs 14:00 to 22:00, checkout from 06:30 to noon; flag an evening flight or late train arrival ahead of time.