The Glory River Khwae
A small riverside hotel in Kanchanaburi with Kwai River balconies, a pool by the water and breakfast included.
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About The Glory River Khwae
This is a small hotel on the Kwai River in Tha Ma Kham, close to the bridge and the riverside restaurants. The rooms are big and the balconies face the river, which is the reason most people pick it.
Breakfast is included and there's a pool beside the water. Guests mention strong air conditioning and comfortable beds, though one waited almost an hour for a room to cool and another found the Wi-Fi slow. There's no restaurant beyond breakfast and no gym.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of The Glory River Khwae, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
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- 3 minBARRUB KanchanaburiNightlife & Bars · 220 m · 4.4★
- 4 minRaintree BoutiqueHotels & Resorts · 280 m · 4.7★
- 4 minSchluck Restaurant KanchanaburiRestaurants & Food · 330 m · 4.5★
- 4 minGood Times RestaurantRestaurants & Food · 360 m · 4.6★
- 5 minGood Times ResortHotels & Resorts · 360 m · 4.6★
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After The Glory River Khwae, round out your day in Kanchanaburi with contrasting stops nearby.
2GM7+M4J, Tha Ma Kham, Mueang Kanchanaburi District, Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand
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The Glory River Khwae: Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Glory River Khwae worth visiting?
The Glory River Khwae holds a 4.2★ rating from 328 Google reviews — a strong rating for hotels & resorts in Kanchanaburi.
When is the best time to visit The Glory River Khwae?
The best months to visit Kanchanaburi are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in November – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (extreme heat).
Where is The Glory River Khwae located?
The Glory River Khwae is at 2GM7+M4J, Tha Ma Kham, Mueang Kanchanaburi District, Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand, in Kanchanaburi. Getting around Kanchanaburi: Bicycle rental (town is flat); Motorbike rental.
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