I took the family to Surin to look at a rice farm that was for sale. I can tell that Surin can be a rip off if you are not careful If you are going there, i recommend that you just walk into the Surin Majestic Hotel. My friend booked a room there without asking on an internet site and paid 2000 baht for the same room. There is a local farang watering hole that will book hotels and train tickets for you, but they also tak on a healthy piece as well. I am okay with businesses making money, but if you are looking to cut costs, then follow my advice.
Here is a guy getting the same room as me for 2000 Baht. He showed me his bill.......
I paid 800 baht as a walk in.