These are incredibly tough times for everyone in the tourist business in Thailand, due to the pandemic. Both international and domestic tourist arrivals have been decimated right now. Sripakpra are struggling through, but have kept much of the resort open to help the staff and try to get what little business is available. We were the only guests the first couple of nights, although some walk-ins arrived later, and we really appreciate that effort by the owners and management.
The resort is magically located on the estuary of the Pak Pra river where it enters the huge lake system of Phatthalung and Songkhla. You can take longtail boat trips right from the resort itself, whether for general sightseeing or birdwatching, and the staff can organise for you at reasonable rates.
The understandably limited staff on duty were perfectly lovely and very helpful. Although the resort restaurant was closed for obvious reasons, we had beautiful breakfasts delivered to the room each morning, exactly at the time requested. And they could organise dinners to be delivered from a nearby restaurant.
The room we had, a Sri Villa Seaview, was nicely located with a bird's eye view of the fishing activities and out into the lake. Some things in the room / bathroom could do with a bit of maintenance, but it was comfortable and sleep-friendly.
I want to return to Phatthalung province to explore more of the lakes and do some serious birdwatching. I will for sure stay at Sripakpra again.
