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The River Life Resort

3.0 star property
Savor local flavors and relax with a rejuvenating spa treatment. Discover your peaceful retreat amidst lush gardens.

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Escape to The River Life Resort, where you can indulge in local cuisine at the on-site restaurant or unwind with a Thai massage. Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi, and self parking while taking in breathtaking views from the garden and terrace.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
The current price is ฿1,529
฿1,800 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

Room options

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Raft Zone | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Raft Zone

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • River view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Loft, 2 Single Beds, Garden View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Loft, 2 Single Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Cable channels
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Sai Yok is home to The River Life Resort. Erawan National Park and Sai Yok National Park Entrance reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pae Nuntana and Wat PA Luang Ta Bua Yansampanno. Visit our Sai Yok travel guide
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34/5 Moo 6, Wang Kra Jae, Sai Yok, Kanchanaburi, 71150

What's nearby

  • During World War 2, the Japanese used Allied prisoners of war to build a railway from Thailand to Burma so they could supply their army without the dangers of sending supplies by sea. Many prisoners died under appalling conditions during its construction, and the line became known as the 'Death Railway'. It was immortalised in David Lean's 1957 film 'The Bridge on the River Kwai' which centres around one of the line's main engineering feats, the bridge across the Kwae Yai river just north of Kanchanaburi. Although the film was shot in Sri Lanka, the Bridge on the River Kwai really exists, and still carries regular passenger trains from Bangkok as far as Nam Tok. For anyone interested in 20th century history, a visit to Kanchanaburi and the infamous Death Railway is a must. This page gives all the necessary information for train travel from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, the Bridge on the River Kwai & Nam Tok, along with an overview of what there is to see in the area, including the Bridge Over the River Kwai, the Wampo (Wang Po) Viaduct and the museum at Hellfire Pass (Konyu Cutting). You can see the Bridge on the River Kwai as a day trip from Bangkok using the morning train out and afternoon train back, but it's better to make it a 2 or 3 day trip as there's a lot more to see than just the Bridge. For example, you could take the morning passenger train from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi on day 1, stay a night or two in Kanchanaburi, then take the afternoon train back on day 2 or 3, so you can visit Hellfire Pass (less well known than the Bridge, but not be missed) and travel the Death Railway through fantastic scenery over the dramatic Wampo Viaduct as far as its current terminus at Nam Tok.
    Khwae Noi River
    1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Waterfall Sai Yok Noi, Thailand
    Sai Yok Noi Waterfall
    17 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Erawan National Park showing a river or creek as well as a couple
    Erawan National Park
    18 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Mahawangchang Elephant Camp
    5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Sai Yok National Park Entrance
    19 min drive - 12.6 km

Restaurants

  • Ice Restaurant
    18 min drive
  • ร้านอาหารสมหมาย ไทรโยคน้อย
    15 min drive
  • coffee station
    20 min drive
  • Monte Cielo
    18 min drive
  • ห้องอาหาร เรณู | Raenu Restaurant
    19 min drive

About this property

The River Life Resort

Property highlights
You can look forward to free breakfast (local cuisine), a corner/local shop and a terrace at The River Life Resort. Treat yourself to a Thai massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a garden are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, wedding services and a porter/bellboy
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at The River Life Resort boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, fridges and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Sports massages
  • Thai massages

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: THB 300 for check-in between 9 PM and 11 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: THB 300 for check-in between 9 PM and 11 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

River Life Resort Sai Yok
River Life Resort
River Life Sai Yok
The River Life Resort Hotel
The River Life Resort Sai Yok
The River Life Resort Hotel Sai Yok

Frequently asked questions

Is The River Life Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The River Life Resort?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The River Life Resort on 23 Mar 2026 start from ฿1,529, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The River Life Resort?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The River Life Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. Late check-in is available from 9 PM to 11 PM for a fee of THB 300.

What time is check-out at The River Life Resort?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The River Life Resort located?

Situated in Sai Yok, this hotel is steps from Khwae Noi River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kaeng Lawa Cave and Sai Yok National Park Entrance. Erawan National Park and Sai Yok Noi Waterfall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

The River Life Resort Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
RAFT ZONEへ行くとき、通路が非常に危ない。 部屋の入口ドアが途中で引っかかって開けづらく、閉りづらい。 夜、部屋の中に小さなハエの様な物がたくさん入り込みつぶすのに大変だった。 シャワー室とトイレの仕切りがカーテンだけで水がトイレまで漏れる。 夕食は、タイ料理だけのデリバリー、朝食もブッフェでなく目玉焼き、ソーセージ、タイおかゆ、パン、飲み物と質素で残念。 ツインルームだと＋500バーツ必要。 夕食別（約2200円）で合計約11000円は、ロケーションは良かったが、設備、食事などを見ると、同じ料金でもっと良いホテルがある。 タイ政府観光局主催のYoutubeで紹介されていたので宿泊したが、大きく期待外れでした。
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

2/10 Terrible

Denis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rundown place with dishonest people

Terrible stay in my life experience. The electricity went out around 5pm and the hotel had no attendant after many attempts to contact them. Finally, decided to leave as it presented unsafe issue under 35 degree in temperature. Finally, a guy came in around 7:30pm with an emergency light and we gave the key back but could not get THB500 deposit back as the office was locked. On the following day, we contacted the hotel again and again while hotel.com also tried to contact them but without luck. We still could not get our money back as hotel.com claimed that it could not reach the hotel due to language issue. But in fact, it's not the language as we speak Thai. It's simple no one there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

ช่วงวันธรรมดา / low season ควรแจ้งรายการอาหารเช้าให้ลูกค้าทราบก่อนเข้าพัก หรือมี option ให้ลูกค้าเลือกขณะ check-in ค่อนข้างผิดหวังกับผัดมาม่าสำหรับอาหารเช้า
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

自然の中のおしゃれなホテル

タイ人の友人と宿泊利用しました。河に面した大自然の中のホテルです。車じゃないと来れない場所ですが、バンコクの喧騒を忘れて、静かな自然の中で、友人と語らうには理想のホテルですね。 一旦ホテルの敷地外に出ると畑以外に何も無いので、お菓子やお酒やオードブルは、予め外で購入して持ち込む事をお勧めします。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Almosthere, australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tranquil setting, amazing dinner, the best view

After reading some of the reviews, I would like to share our experience.We were there on a Monday, had the river rafts. It was very quite, I was told that on weekends it gets busy, so if you look for tranquillity probably avoid weekend . Dinner was excellent, good flavours and plenty for all of us .Congratulations!!, I read that in many resorts the food is average. The owner and staff will help you at any moment, and take your bags up and down but there are a lot of steps because of the terrain. If you have difficulties walking it is better to book one of the rooms in the building, not the rafts. It was a while ago, after the rainy season and because of that, the rafts were a little bit in need of a repaint, which they were doing when we stayed . Also the bathroom, because it is wood ,needed a bit of maintenance, just a bit of wood stain or paint I. suppose it is done by now. The rooms were clean, beds were confortable and fridge was a plus. All in all for us was a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

HUA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ห้อง Raft บรรยากาศดีมากเปิดไปเจอแม่น้ำเลย

ห้อง Raft บรรยากาศดีมากเปิดไปเจอแม่น้ำเลย เก็บเสียงดีไม่มีเสียงรบกวน ไม่สั่น ภาย Resort น่ารัก ตกแต่งสวยงาม อาหารเย็น คือดีมาก อร่อย และ พรีเมี่ยม กิจกรรมล่องแพจ่ายเพิ่ม 150 แต่สนุก คุ้ม พนักงาน และ คุณเจ้าของน่ารัก รวมๆแล้วดีมากครับ PS: ห้องแอบมีแมลงนิดหน่อยแต่เข้าใจได้เพราะอยู่ติดแม่น้ำเลย
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

ทราย, สมุทรปราการ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

บรรยากาศดี อาหารอร่อย

ได้ห้องสุดท้าย วิวสวยมาก ไปวันธรรมดาดีสุดๆเพราะเงียบสงบ (แต่ไม่เหงานะ) ติตรงห้องน้ำ น้ำฝักบัวไหลเบาไปหน่อย และน่าจะมีพัดลมหรือช่องระบายอากาศ (แอบชื้นๆเพราะไม้อมน้ำ) แต่โดยรวมชอบค่ะ นอนเล่นชิวๆได้ทั้งวัน
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Nuchjaree

Liked: Cleanliness

พักสองคืนค่ะ ไม่มีคำแนะนำต้องรู้ด้วยตัวเอง

ทางเข้าลึกค่ะ ออกไปเที่ยวถ้ากลับช้ากลางคืนค่อนข้างเปลี่ยว อาหารพอใช้ได้แต่เหมือนซ้ำทุกวันแตกต่างเล็กน้อยห้องพักสะอาด ที่นอนสบาย เล่นน้ำไม่ได้ น้ำแรง ถ้าแวะพักแล้วไปต่อน่าจะดีกว่าค่ะ
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Thitirat, Bangkok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

บรรยากาศดี เงียบ สงบ เป็นส่วนตัว

อาหารดี พักคืนเดียว มีอาหารบริการถึง 2 มื้อ รสชาติอร่อยด้วย
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Ju, bangkok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

สวย บรรยากาศดี

บรรยากาศดี ติดแม่น้ำสวย พนักงานบริการดี อาหารอร่อย แต่บ้านแพที่พัก เครื่องทำน้ำอุ่นน่าจะมีปัญหา ไม่มีความร้อนเลย เท่าน้ำปกติ และประตูห้องน้ำปิดไม่ค่อยได้ ฝาชักโครกพัง , ผ้าห่มมีแต่กลิ่นน้ำยาซักผ้าขาว
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Resort in the World!

I have been traveling for decades and have Never stayed in a more Charming resort. On a River( hence the name) the view from my room was Extraordinary! The room was beautiful~ the mattress extremely comfortable. And Immaculate! Aside from that, the owner and the staff treated me like family! I am a female and was traveling alone. They not only made sure that I was well rested and fed~ they escorted me to a waterfall and made sure that I had a safe ride to the airport. The owner gave me her private number to call her if I needed anything on my way to the airport. Staying at this Beautiful hotel with their amazing staff was the best part of my trip to Thailand!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

สัมผัสธรรมชาติอย่างใกล้ชิด สบายๆ กับวันพักผ่อน

ไม่นึกว่าเดินทางเข้ามาไกลจะมีที่พัก มี่ใกล้ชิดธรรมชาติ และการต้อนรับที่น่ารักมาก อากาศดี ห้องพักกว้างขวาง อาหารอร่อย… ที่นอนเล่นชานระเบียง แสนสบาย จะมาเที่ยวอีก

8/10 Good

Kei

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kei

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chutimon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017