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The FloatHouse River Kwai

The FloatHouse River Kwai

Kanchanaburi & The River Kwai, Thailand
The FloatHouse River Kwai

The FloatHouse River Kwai

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Surrounded by jungle and developed with the eco-conscious traveller in mind, The FloatHouse is built from local materials and staffed mainly by the ethnic Mon community. The 20 boutique floating villas are tastefully decorated with tailor-made teakwood furnishings and feature a private balcony and pier to enjoy the panoramic river views.

Each room is equipped with a 32" LCD TV, hot water rain shower and air conditioning and is connected by a spacious common area. The resort serves international cuisine in the Pontoon Restaurant and features the Moon Lounge and bar on an open-air wooden deck, an ideal place to unwind after a day of sightseeing. With a host of activities to enjoy such as kayaking, bamboo rafting, hiking and birdwatching to name a few. The FloatHouse is the perfect base to relax and experience the history and culture of the Kanchanaburi area.

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Photos of The FloatHouse River Kwai

  • The Float House and surrounds
    The Float House and surrounds
  • Outside deck from above
    Outside deck from above
  • The Float House at dusk
    The Float House at dusk
  • The Float House from above
    The Float House from above
  • Looking out to the river, The Float House
    Looking out to the river, The Float House
  • The Float House
    The Float House
  • The Float House Restaurant, Kanchanaburi
    The Float House Restaurant, Kanchanaburi
  • Bedroom, The Float House
    Bedroom, The Float House

Tour ideas in Kanchanaburi & The River Kwai

Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at The FloatHouse River Kwai as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.

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    Alternative places to stay nearby

    Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favourite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can’t be bettered.

    Experiences while staying here

    The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you’re staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident’s eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area’s inhabitants.

    • Cruise the River Kwai on a Colonial style cruise boat
      RV River Kwai, Bangkok

      Cruise the River Kwai on a Colonial style cruise boat

      Cruise the River Kwai on a Colonial style cruise boat

      The RV River Kwai combines the grandest luxuries of the colonial era with ten wood-lined, deluxe air-conditioned cabins, with a window looking out over the river.

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    • Explore the infamous Bridge on the River Kwai
      RV River Kwai, Bangkok

      Explore the infamous Bridge on the River Kwai

      Explore the infamous Bridge on the River Kwai

      Visit the JEATH War Museum, which houses a replica of the bamboo huts used to accommodate allied prisoners of war (POWs) during the occupation. You also visit the nearby war cemetery before you reach the infamous Bridge on the River Kwai.

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    Kanchanaburi & The River Kwai and nearby places