Was in an area where the locals sell their wears in stores.
We were dead tired, having concluded a 12 hour train ride to get to Surat Thani .. 2 am or so
The lovely fellow left us a note .. and after calling, he readily let us in.
The room was beautiful, cement built ins . Comfy bed .. I was amazed. From the street you would never know, you were staying in such a well taken care of modern design room.