i think the popularity of the englishmans retreat is culturally and personality based.  a few places we have been to, on our travels, were like that.  its basically what i would describe as a 'blokey' place, lots of falang guys with thai partners.  the onsite restuarant menu reflects that too.  meaty western stuff for the men and thai food for... More

i was collected from the airport for free the guest house was clean the staff friendly 400 baht with air con small pool a walkin closet that locks for a guest house it is first class some peopl pay 400 / 500baht and expect a 5 star hotel i will be going back and i my wife and i may... More

The Englishman's Retreat is a cold, stark establishment which lacks character. Although It has a pool and gym, the manager sees fit to ban their use should anyone violating even the simplist of his rules. The common area has little to offer in comfort...a few cheap folding chairs near the pool and hardly a place to walk around, Private parties... More

well another visit to THE ENGLISHMANS RETREAT and yet another big smile on my face.A very clean ,tidy place with great staff,nice pool and a good restaurant.The owner Glyn is making improvements and all looks good.A very great place,and really good value for money,thanks to everyone there especially the staff,A very secure looking place,I would still be willing to pay... More

Just spent 4 nights in the above,2 couples. We had booked Deluxe rooms at 500 Bahts a night Not sure where deluxe comes in but our 1st room for the night was OK ish Clean with very small ensuite max 3m by 1 m for shower,toilet and wash basin.Hot water was warm at the most.Very poor lighting 1 centre light... More

The prebooked airport pickup was punctual and friendly and this is a clean, well appointed and economical guest house run by a British guy and his Thai wife. Check in was quick and courteous and the room was fine. The bar and swimming pool area was pleasant although it was the wrong season for swimming. I ate thai food there... More

hi Glynn nice reading , pity you always have the falang Morons, I always found you most curtious, I hope you are well and I am now on the mend after my big operation and hope to be back to see my wife and all of my friends in december all being well, good luck , Regards TOM scotland

After being refered by friends I was booked a room at the last minute and checked in without any hassels at all. The rooms are very clean and excellent value for the money, the swimming pool also a nice way to relax after a round of golf inthe Isan heat. The staff at the hotel were very friendly and helpful... More

I found the guesthouse quite easily after never travelling to Udon Thani before. The pool is great... the meals available are also very good... if, like me you just want to kick back and relax then this place is for you. They have karaoke on a Saturday night which is very friendly and everyone has a good time. The staff... More