BEAT. Warii Hostel @ Chaophraya River

Overall, the stay was pleasant. The environment was comfortable, and basic facilities were all available. It offered great value for money, perfect for a short stay.

The cleanliness of the room and the service from the staff were excellent. The facilities were also good. Honestly, I was very satisfied with the entire hostel's environment, facilities, cleanliness, service, location, and the view from the balcony. However, if you're a light sleeper and easily woken by noise, I wouldn't really recommend staying here. This is because from 1:30 AM to 5 AM, people constantly return, making a lot of noise every hour – some stomping loudly up the stairs, some talking loudly, and some slamming doors. In short, if you're a light sleeper, it's not ideal. But if you have no issues with sleep, I highly recommend this guesthouse.

Clean, great views, with a cafe and common areas overlooking the Chao Phraya River. The evening and nighttime atmosphere is amazing.

I want to write this review based on my personal experience during my stay, without intending to accuse any guest or staff member. I have already filed a police report, and there is no conclusion yet as to who committed the act. During my stay, my personal camera went missing from inside the shared dormitory room. I admit that I was partly negligent, as I put the camera in a bag and placed it on the inner side of my upper bunk bed, thinking it was my own space and no one would interfere with items not on someone else's bed. However, this incident made me realize that in a shared room, we cannot anticipate that our belongings will be safe just because they are on an upper bunk. Therefore, what I want to suggest to the accommodation is not just about "preventing loss of items," but about the overall security system for guests. I would like to see consideration for installing CCTV cameras inside the dormitory rooms at appropriate locations, or at least in areas where incidents can be monitored. This must be designed in accordance with the law and respect guests' privacy rights, for example, by positioning cameras appropriately, clearly informing guests, limiting access to footage, and setting appropriate data retention periods. For me, CCTV cameras are not only useful in cases of lost property or theft, but can also be used to monitor other security incidents when they occur, such as accidents, altercations, emergencies, or situations where guests request an investigation of facts. Another point I want to convey to the accommodation is that when an incident occurred, I fully understand that the accommodation must be careful about the rights and privacy of other guests and should not disclose personal information or conduct searches without proper criteria. But at the same time, I would like there to be clear guidelines on how the accommodation can cooperate with victims and the police when an incident that may involve the safety or property of guests occurs, without having to choose between "respecting guests' rights" and "assisting victims." My own incident caused me great concern, because when I reported it to the police, the officers asked if the accommodation had checked the room or related areas. But at the same time, the accommodation itself was concerned about guests' rights. So I felt burdened to request further investigation, as I did not want this matter to infringe on anyone else's rights. Ultimately, I could only file a police report, and there was no room inspection in the way I had hoped would help uncover further evidence. I am not writing this review to say who is at fault or who is the thief, because I do not have enough evidence to accuse anyone, and I do not want other guests to suffer from unconfirmed accusations. But as a guest, I admit I feel somewhat let down because my belongings went missing despite being on an upper bunk, and it made me realize that the security system of shared dormitory rooms should be developed to be more robust. I will take this incident as a lesson and will be more careful with my personal belongings in the future. Regarding the accommodation, I would like to leave this as a suggestion: if there were a clear security system, with appropriate camera recording in suitable areas, and clear procedures for handling incidents that can involve coordination with the police or relevant authorities under the law, it would likely make both guests and the accommodation feel safer and more at ease. I hope this experience will be beneficial for the development of the accommodation and help future guests feel more secure and confident. The accommodation is very pleasant, and overall, I am very happy with the environment. The view is beautiful, it's by the river, and the price is affordable.

The location near the Asian-themed area and night market was great! However, it was right in front of the harbor, so there was a fishy smell. Inside the hostel, it was comfortable!

Ten times better than I expected! First off, shoes aren't allowed upstairs, which keeps the environment super clean. For the price, it's incredible value. Towels and toiletries are all provided and very clean. The bathroom is right by the entrance, which is super convenient. There's even a lounge area and a balcony with a river view. It's so much better than places back home. I regret not booking more nights, haha!