The beauty of Khao Sok: you do not need to book a luxury package to sleep in the middle of nature. Around the village at the park entrance there are dozens of treehouses, riverside cottages and eco-lodges where for €25 to €80 per night you wake up to gibbons instead of an alarm clock. These are our 5 favorite affordable places to stay.
Tip: This article is part of our larger guide to Hotels in Khao Sok. Read that guide too to choose between the jungle and a floating hotel on the lake!
Compare the best mid-range and budget hotels in Khao Sok
| Hotel | Price range | Type | Strongest point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our Jungle House | Mid-range | Treehouses and bungalows | The classic Khao Sok treehouse beneath the cliff |
| The Cliff & River Jungle Resort | Upper mid-range | Cottages with pool | Most comfort on this list |
| Khao Sok Riverside Cottages | Mid-range | Riverside cottages | Terrace above the water, sharp prices |
| Our Jungle Camp | Budget/mid-range | Eco-bungalows | Affordable adventure near the village |
| Anurak Community Lodge | Mid-range | Eco-lodge | Sustainable and locally rooted |
Our Jungle House
The best-known treehouses in Khao Sok, in a stretch of forest by the river beneath a tall limestone cliff. The treehouses are simple but solid, with mosquito nets and a private bathroom, and the village is a few minutes away. Book the river side for the best view from your balcony.
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The Cliff & River Jungle Resort
If you want the most comfort in the mid-range, choose The Cliff & River: neat cottages between the river and a spectacular cliff face, with a swimming pool, just outside the village. After a sweaty trek, that pool is worth its weight in gold.
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Khao Sok Riverside Cottages
Wooden cottages with a terrace above the Sok River, hammock included. You are within walking distance of the village and the park entrance, and with a bit of luck you see macaques on the far side of the water from your terrace. The best value for money by the river.
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Our Jungle Camp
The little sister of Our Jungle House is the adventurous budget choice: eco-bungalows and simple treehouses near the village, with the same jungle setting at a lower price. Perfect for backpackers and anyone who would rather spend their budget on excursions.
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Anurak Community Lodge
Anurak combines a green valley setting with a sustainable, local approach: staff and guides from the region, its own vegetable garden and a repeatedly awarded eco policy. The bungalows are comfortable and the atmosphere is personal. For travelers who want their money to stay in the village.
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Frequently asked questions about affordable stays in Khao Sok
What do I get for €25 to €40 per night?
A neat bungalow or simple treehouse with a fan, mosquito net and private bathroom, usually including breakfast. Air conditioning is generally in the more expensive room categories; at night the jungle cools down nicely anyway.
Do I need to book in advance?
In high season (December through April) that is wise, especially for the well-known places such as Our Jungle House; they are full in the peak months. In the green season you can often choose on the spot and prices are even lower.
Can I also get to the lake from these hotels?
Yes, all the lodges and agencies in the village sell the day tour and the two-day trip to Cheow Lan Lake including transfer. If you want to sleep on the lake without a luxury price, book a two-day trip with an overnight stay in a basic raft house; read our guide to floating hotels on Cheow Lan Lake.
Conclusion
Khao Sok proves that the best experiences in Thailand do not have to be expensive: for the price of a standard city room, you sleep here in a treehouse by a river in the oldest rainforest in the world. Choose Our Jungle House for the classic picture, The Cliff & River for comfort with a pool, or Anurak to sleep sustainably. And save some budget for a night on the lake; that combination makes your Khao Sok stay complete.
