Stay in Laplae vs Stay in Uttaradit City — Which Is Better?
A full comparison of the two zones · Helps you decide before you book
Coming to Uttaradit — should you stay in Laplae or in the city centre? The two zones offer clearly different experiences. This article compares them fairly, point by point — transport, atmosphere, proximity to sights, price, and who each suits — so you can choose the one that matches your travel style before you hit "book".
How Do Laplae and Uttaradit City Differ?
Laplae is a small town in the valley to the west of the province, about 8 kilometres from the city centre. It's quiet, shaded, and close to nature — Wat Phra Thaen Sila At, the Laplae town gate, Mae Phun waterfall, and the durian orchards and Hua Dong fruit market. It suits merit-makers, nature lovers, and anyone who wants to relax at a slow pace. Hua Dum Resort sits in this zone, in the heart of Chai Chumphon subdistrict.
Uttaradit city is the province's hub for government, business, and transport, with the northern railway's Uttaradit station, the bus terminal, shops, restaurants, and city-style nighttime convenience. It suits people coming for business, official errands, or arriving by train without their own car, or anyone who wants food and shops within easy reach — in exchange for a busier, more urban feel than the Laplae zone.
Laplae's advantage is that it sits "right in the middle" — closest to the nature and temple sights, yet still about a 15-minute drive into the city. The city wins on public transport and nighttime amenities. Room prices in both zones are similar at the budget level. Hua Dum Resort in Laplae offers clean air-conditioned rooms at ฿450–600 per night, including breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking — a great pick for the nature-and-merit traveller who still wants easy access to town.
Laplae zone
Quiet · near temples & fruit orchards
City zone
Convenient · near station & malls
Laplae↔city
~8–12 km (~15 min)
Room prices
Similar, from ฿450–600
Comparing the Two Zones, Point by Point
Getting around
The city wins if you don't have your own car, since it's close to the train and bus stations and you can walk to shops. Laplae suits those with a car or who'll use local rides/rentals, in exchange for a nicer setting. Arriving by train with no car? Read our guide to staying in Uttaradit without a car.
Atmosphere
Laplae wins hands down for calm, shade, and a natural setting — perfect for relaxing and sleeping well. The city is lively in an urban way, with lights and nighttime convenience, but more noise and traffic.
Proximity to sights
If your targets are Wat Phra Thaen Sila At, the Laplae town gate, Mae Phun waterfall, or the durian orchards, the Laplae zone is much closer — Hua Dum Resort is only about 3 km from the temple. The city is closer to the Phraya Phichai Dap Hak monument and in-town eats.
Price
Both zones have budget options, with similar per-night rates. Hua Dum Resort in Laplae starts at ฿450–600, including breakfast and parking. See how to pick the best-value option in our guide to budget Laplae–Uttaradit stays.
Amenities & nightlife
The city has malls, convenience stores, late-night restaurants, and more dinner options — handy if you like convenience. Laplae is simpler and shops close earlier, but Hua Dum Resort offers breakfast and a free coffee corner on-site.
Who it suits
Choose the city if you're here on business, arriving by train without a car, or wanting nighttime convenience — see our guide to staying in Uttaradit near the city and train station. Choose Laplae if you're here to make merit, enjoy nature, eat seasonal fruit, and relax in peace — start with our guide to staying near Wat Phra Thaen Sila At.
If You're a Merit-and-Nature Traveller, Choose Laplae — Stay at Hua Dum Resort
In short — coming for business, arriving by train without a car, or wanting nighttime convenience? Stay in the city. But if you're here to make merit at Wat Phra Thaen, explore Laplae, eat durian in season, and relax in peace, Hua Dum Resort in the heart of Laplae is your answer. Clean air-conditioned rooms at ฿450–600 per night, about 3 km from the temple. Message us on LINE or call 099-5029339, 095-8684714 to check availability right away.