I booked Buddy Lodge on recommendations from friends, who said it was nicer than what you usually stay in when backpacking in Thailand, but well needed after a long haul flight. We were told you feel jetlagged and exhausted and will need somewhere comfy and air-conditioned for a few days to get over jet lag and to get used to being in Thailand. They couldn't have been more right - It was lovely to have a comfortable, cool room to acclimatise in and it was definitely one of the nicer places we stayed in throughout our travels. However, this is why it was slightly more expensive than the usual backpacking haunts - it was £15 per person per night. It's really cheap compared to UK prices, but this is quite pricey if you're on a budget backpacking trip. But well worth it for a few days at the beginning in my opinion.

Inside
The reception desk is on the left. When I went I found the staff very friendly and welcoming, and I didn't have to wait long to get my keys. They take a copy of your passport for security reasons, but that happens in nearly all hotels. The only thing that could have been a little better was that they didn't show me to my room. I had to carry my luggage up to my room alone. After 14 hours travelling from the UK, it would have been nice to be shown to my room.

The beds were comfy and quite big for singles. There was a TV with a few English language channels, controlled air conditioning (a little noisy, but nothing that would bother you), a mini bar and a fridge with snacks. There were complimentary bottles of water which was a welcome relief! It's not advised to drink the water in Thailand.
The beds were comfy, but it was quite hard to relax at night as there's a lot of noise from the bustling Khoasan Road. This is to be expected however, as you are right in the middle of backpackers paradise. The road is packed with noisy bars, street vendors, food stalls and clubs. So if you're looking for a quieter few nights, ask for a room facing away from the road. We didn't try any of the food there as we wanted to get out and about and explore.

When checking out, the staff allowed us to store our luggage with them until our bus left that night. We were slightly worried about leaving them behind the desk, however there were lots of other bags as well. Just make sure you lock your backpack and take all your important bits with you. (A great piece of advice would be to make a copy of your passport, just in case the worst happens).