Mid-Range Travel Guide: Hatyai

Accommodation

$25-70 per night

Private rooms in mid-range hotels, boutique guesthouses, 3-star properties with air conditioning

Food & Dining

$20-45 per day

Mix of local restaurants, hotel breakfast, tourist-friendly Thai restaurants, occasional international cuisine

Transportation

$10-30 per day

Grab rides, private songthaews, occasional taxi, mix of public and private transport

Activities

$25-70 per day

Guided tours, cultural attractions, shopping centers, day trips to nearby areas, spa treatments

Eat at local food courts and street stalls instead of tourist restaurants (typically 60-80% cheaper)

Use public songthaews and buses instead of private taxis (saves 70-85% on transportation costs)

Stay in neighborhoods away from main tourist areas for accommodation savings of 30-50%

Visit temples and public attractions which are often free or very low cost compared to private tours

Shop at local markets rather than tourist shopping centers for 40-70% savings on souvenirs

Book accommodation directly with properties during low season for potential 20-40% discounts

Eat your main meal at lunch when many restaurants offer cheaper set menus

Taking taxis everywhere instead of learning the public transport system (can triple your transport costs)

Eating only in hotel restaurants or tourist areas (typically 150-300% markup over local options)

Not researching free activities like temple visits and public markets before paying for expensive tours

Booking accommodation in peak tourist zones without comparing prices in local neighborhoods