Districts of Bangkok – where are the best places for tourists to stay?
4 (80%) 1 votesIf the trip to the capital of Thailand takes several days, it is important to resolve the issue of accommodation. Bangkok has a huge selection of rental housing, and good rooms for 1000-1300 baht can be found in various parts of the city. At the same time, as elsewhere, “star” hotels are more expensive, and hostels, guest houses and small hotels offer more budget rooms. Which areas of Bangkok are worth paying attention to?
How to choose a hotel
Those who live in Bangkok permanently do not focus too much on popular tourist attractions and try to have housing close to work. For one, an apartment near a metro or bus stop is important, and for another, it is near a park.
- Bangkok is worth a stay within walking distance from the metro . At first glance, this is not logical, because there are a great many inexpensive taxis running around the city. However, the reality is that all ground transport freezes in large and small traffic jams several times a day. It was Bangkok's notorious traffic jams that made us fall in love with the Thai metro. Now we only take taxis or buses when absolutely necessary.
The Bangkok metro is very convenient. The elevated or skytrain (BTS), underground (MRT) and airport (ARL) metro lines cross the entire central part of the city. They accept passengers from 6.00 to 00.00. The carriages are air-conditioned, so they become a haven from the heat. To save money on the metro, there are subscriptions, for example, a one-day One-Day Pass.
- It’s good if there is a big one within walking distance from the hotel shopping center, market or at least store "7- eleven » . Their presence guarantees that tourists will not go hungry, and will also find the right bank or pharmacy.
- You can spend daytime in any part of the city, but it’s better to relax where it's quiet . Because of this, hotels that are located away from entertainment centers and traffic-clogged streets are in greater demand.
- Rooms in Bangkok hotels and guest houses cost book in advance . At the reception they always quote a higher price, and it can be difficult to bring it down by haggling.
Ekkamai
The area is very convenient for anyone traveling on buses that depart from the eastern bus station. The main attractions are concentrated along Sukhumvit Street, where the skytrain line is located. Ekkamai Station is located next to the bus station and provides easy access to the city center.
In addition to many restaurants, tourists can dine at the large Gateway Ekamai shopping center or the Sukhumvit Ekkamai shopping complex, located on the opposite side of the street. A pleasant place is the Dog in Town cafe (16/1 Ekkamai 6). It serves excellent coffee and visitors enjoy the company of dogs named after Bangkok subway stations.
Gateway Ekamai has a popular attraction for children - Snow Town, and adjacent to the bus station is a science museum and Thailand's oldest planetarium. A 10-minute walk from the Ekkamai metro station is the photo gallery “House of Lucie” (1 Ekkamai 8 Alley). It constantly hosts free exhibitions of the world's best photographers. The gallery is open from Tuesday to Friday from 11.00 to 18.00, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 12.00 to 18.00. Entry here is free.
Where to stay . Hotel "Lodge 61" more modern and "63 Bangkok Boutique" looks older. Both of them have excellent service and offer good breakfasts.
Pratunam and shopping centers Siam – MBTO
The shopping heart of Bangkok will not leave shoppers and connoisseurs of modern urban design indifferent. There are almost no green spaces in this area, but there are metro lines in all directions, and in less than half an hour you can reach Chatuchak Park in the north or Benjasairi Park in the east.
There is plenty of entertainment in this part of Bangkok. Museums of dolls and labor. Suan Pakkad Palace, which houses a unique collection of Asian art.
It is worth visiting the observation deck at Baiyoke Sky and taking a tour of the small but very pleasant Jim Thompson House Museum. It is also home to the huge BACC Arts Centre, which hosts art, design and photography exhibitions throughout the year, as well as art salons and pleasant cafés.
Where to stay . The hotels left a good impression Ideal Hotel Pratunam And "Muangphol Mansion".
Ahok
The area around the Asok and Nana BTS stations is centrally located and convenient to reach from the East Bus Terminal and Suvarnabhumi Airport. The Sims Society is located 0.5 km from the metro line, and there is a wonderful museum - Kamthieng House Museum. Here you can see two teak houses over 160 years old, traditional Siamese utensils, dishes and furniture. Entrance to the museum costs 100 baht. It is noteworthy that, unlike most tourist places in Bangkok, there are few people in the museum on Asok.
A 10-minute walk from the metro is the green Bendjakiti Park. Its center is occupied by a large elongated lake, around which there are walking paths for pedestrians and cyclists. The park was opened in 2004 and was dedicated to the birthday of Queen Sirikit.
Where to stay . We liked the hotel "White House Asoke Sukhumvit 18". The rooms are small, but it is conveniently located and the helpful staff are commendable.
Khao San Road
Although the most popular tourist street in Bangkok lies away from the metro, many try to stay on it or in the neighborhoods adjacent to Khao San. The reason is simple - from here it is convenient to get to Wat Pho and the Royal Palace, the piers at Chao Phraya and the famous Sanam Luang Square. Staying on Khaosan Road, you can walk to the Democracy Monument, go to the National Gallery and the Buddhist temple Wat Chanasongkhram.
Where to stay . We tried to spend the night on Khao San Road twice, and both times we were happy with the price, but suffered from noise at night. In the end, we decided that it was impossible to find a guest house or hotel in this area where the screams of revelers could not be heard. This may not be the case, but for a relaxing holiday, as well as for parents with children, we advise you to choose other places to stay.
Dusit
One of the oldest districts of the city is very beloved by Bangkokians. While other parts of the metropolis are constantly growing upward and modernizing, Dusit remains faithful to the old traditions. Here is a national treasure - the palace where the royal family lives, as well as the famous Marble Palace.
It’s worth coming to Dusit to take a walk through Thailand’s oldest zoo, visit the majestic Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall, the National Elephant Museum and the large teak Vimanmek Palace. This area of the city has a lot of advantages, for example, an abundance of 24-hour markets and good restaurants serving European cuisine, but there is only one drawback - the lack of a metro.
Where to stay . The tiny hotel left a good impression "The Tepa House"– a traditional wooden Thai house converted into a hotel. It was interesting to stay in rooms with Thai decor and have breakfast with delicious food, which the friendly hosts cooked in the morning on a hot wog.
Chinatown
The large Chinatown is located southeast of the Royal Palace, near Bangkok's main railway station - Hua Lamphong. Chinatown is enchanting! Walking along its streets, you can endlessly find new interesting places.
It's interesting to walk along the platforms of Hua Lamphong and stand next to the small and old-fashioned Thai trains. It is interesting to see the huge golden Buddha statue at Wat Traimit. It was made in the 13th century and weighs 5.5 tons. Song Vat Road, which runs along the river, leaves a great impression, where dozens of ancient houses built during the reign of Rama V are preserved.
Where to stay . Opposite the train station, behind the khlong, stands a hotel "Krungkasem Srikrung". This is an old, but clean and tidy hotel where they serve good breakfasts. Another guest we liked "Sampheng Apartment" stands in the central part of Chinatown. It is suitable for those who are not afraid of slum-like facades and narrow streets lined with counters.
Chatuchak
Tourists who fly into Don Mueang Airport or arrive at Mo Chit North Bus Terminal can conveniently stay in the Chatuchak area. There are large green parks here - Chatuchak, Rotfay and Queen Sirikit Park. This means that after walking around the city, tired travelers can stroll along quiet paths and admire exotic flowers and tropical birds.
One of the largest Asian markets, Chatuchak Weekend Market, is located on Chatuchak - a real city of trade, which even the most avid shopaholic would not have the strength to get around in a day. Well, and if that’s not enough, on weekends in the evenings the vintage market JJ Green Market opens nearby.
Where to stay . We liked the guest "Mansion Sarasinee", located 5 minutes walk from the metro station Saphan Khwai. It is popular for its large rooms with a hotel area, so it is worth booking rooms in advance.
Silom
The business and financial center of the city is filled with modern skyscrapers. This area is where the above-ground and underground metro lines intersect, making it easy to get to other parts of Bangkok.
Nightlife seekers, shopping fans and those who need to get to the Russian Embassy in the morning like to stay in Silom. The area's streets are lined with bars, massage parlors and spas, and Patpong hosts a cheap night market in the evenings.
Adjacent to the skyscraper district is an excellent place to relax - the spacious Lumpini Park. It is especially interesting to visit it in the early morning hours, when many elderly Thais go out on the treadmills. Fans of morning exercises are supported by an ambulance team, which is on duty near the entrance to the park. There is usually a queue to see doctors because grandparents really like to measure their blood pressure for free.
It is interesting to go to the house-museum of the country's former Prime Minister Pramot Kukrit. The modern houses surround a small picturesque garden, where several beautiful teak buildings stand and a collection of Thai masks, carvings, pottery and antique furniture are stored. The museum is open daily from 10.00 to 16.00.
Where to stay . There are many inexpensive accommodations in Silom, such as a hostel "Good One". Exotic lovers should pay attention to "The Cube Hostel"– a modern hotel where guests can enjoy capsule rooms, a good breakfast and even a small swimming pool.
What we especially like in Bangkok are the buses with open windows (or rather, no windows at all) and with tickets that the conductor gives and you can check them for “luck”. 🙂 You drive, leaning out the window, and look at Bangkok flying past. Ticket prices are up to 16 baht, and some buses are free.
Traffic in Bangkok is quite busy, traffic jams are common. Therefore, if someone is in a hurry to get somewhere, there are metro and river buses for this.
Bangkok Metro
The metro in Bangkok is underground (MRT Subway) and above ground (BTS Skytrain). There are only three branches, one underground and two above the ground. Convenient navigation system, and tickets cost 15, 20, 25, 30, 40, etc. - depending on how many stations you go. This type of transport is less expensive than the bus.
When leaving the metro, passing through the turnstile, you return your ticket. We really liked this, good care for the paper! By the way, the metro is terribly cold because the air conditioners are on; after two stations you begin to remember what winter is... :)
Fortunately, this doesn’t last long, you get out of the metro and warm up :)
Water buses
We also like the water buses, ticket prices start from 12 baht. You float along the muddy yellow Chao Phraya River, passing various temples, parks, and high-rise buildings. You observe the serious and preoccupied, calm and cheerful, in general, different faces of the local residents. Without artificial smiles, everything is real, alive. After a pleasant journey, you also arrive where you need to go. For example, in or
They say there are crocodiles in Chao Phraya, we once walked past a river and argued whether there were crocodiles there or not. I claimed that these were all stories and looked into the muddy waters of the river. And suddenly I see something floating right on the surface, greenish-yellow, covered in pimples, with a tail. We followed this creature with our eyes for a long time, and after that we did not raise this topic again. 🙂
Afterwards we figured out that Chao Phraya and the canals of Bangkok are simply teeming with monitor lizards, there are a great many of them here. They can often be seen somewhere on floating logs, warming up their barrels and tails in the sun.
Taxi and tuk-tuk
What else can you use to get around in Bangkok? Of course, these are taxis and tuk-tuks. I’ll say right away that a taxi is preferable, cheaper and more comfortable. Choose a metered taxi and try not to ride during heavy traffic when ground transportation is simply standing still. At this time, it is better to choose the metro and river buses.
Traffic jams in Bangkok. Taxi and other transport are “costly”.
Tuk-tuk is a popular transport among tourists. It costs more than a metered taxi. But you can and should bargain with a tuk-tuker. Considering that a car is safer and also cheaper, a metered taxi is the best choice. And on a tuk-tuk, you can take a ride just for the sake of the feeling itself. 🙂
Where to stay in Bangkok?
Budget option:
In Bangkok, we constantly stay in the area of a noisy, tourist street (Khaosan Road). The first time we lived on the cozy Rambuttri street at the Green House BKK hotel. The second time we stayed in the colorful Bamboo Guest House on Samsen Road, and the third time we only needed to spend 3 days in Bangkok, so we chose the Green House again for live music in the evenings. 🙂
The entire Khaosan area consists of guest houses, hotels, restaurants, cafes, ticket offices, and travel agencies. On this street you can meet travelers from all over the world, a very international place. 🙂
It is not necessary to book a hotel in advance, unless you want to get into a specific one and for sure. Check-out is usually at 12. Things, if the train and plane are in the evening, can be left at the reception, no one minds. A little closer to the embankment there is a quiet street, Samsen Road, with a bunch of alleys, where you can find very inexpensive housing.
(!) In the center of Khao San Street itself it is loud and noisy until late at night - a party place. You won’t be able to relax and sleep in a hotel there, so we recommend living on the neighboring streets. 🙂
We lived on Rambuttri Street - this is a street running parallel to Khao San. Unlike Khao San, it is relatively quiet, cozy and positive. In the evenings, they play live rock everywhere - music, mainly the Beatles and Nirvana.
We lived in Bangkok in different places.
More than fifty million people pass through the passenger terminal of Bangkok's main airport every year, almost every one of them stayed in this city at least overnight. In this article we will tell you what areas of Bangkok become objects of attraction for this human flow and why, which ones are worth staying in (see), and which ones are worth shopping in.
For Thailand, which is often smaller in area than other Russian regions, a capital with a population of more than ten million people is an unusually large number. In fact, Bangkok is not only a metropolis, but also a regional center, successfully competing with such giants as Singapore and Hong Kong. This is the largest crossroads in Southeast Asia, and the teeming passions on its streets and squares are quite serious. Not everywhere farangs, as foreigners are called by the indigenous inhabitants of the kingdom of Siam, can be comfortable, interesting and safe. Therefore the question is Which area of Bangkok is best to stay in? far from idle.
Best areas for foreigners to visit and live
You should not think that the best areas of Bangkok, where foreigners can satisfy their curiosity and experience the colorful culture of Southeast Asia, alluring with forbidden entertainment, are located in the city center, as it can be if you follow the European historical tradition. This opinion is true, but only partly.
For the Thais themselves, the Rattanokosin district (really the geographical center of the city), where most of the city's historical architectural attractions are located, is the sacred center of the country. The rest of the places of interest to tourists, where you can go shopping, have a blast at the full night program, or find forbidden entertainment of a sexual nature (read more about), are scattered throughout the metropolis in picturesque disorder. This fully reflects the essence of the mentality of the inhabitants of Southeast Asia, who, unquestioningly submitting to a single administrative will, nevertheless constantly maintain a desire for anarchy and personal freedom.
Administratively, the Thai capital is divided into 50 districts called khets, and more than one and a half hundred khwengs, which in our manner can be called municipal districts.
Ko Rattanakosin
The Ko Rattanakosin area in Bangkok is truly central. Both geographically and spiritually. It is located on a man-made island, separated from the rest of the city and by a canal that straightens its bend. There is a complex and adjacent temples - Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Pho. The mound on which these religious buildings are located also plays a role. The capital's main tourist center, but you won't be able to stay in it - you won't be able to find a hotel near the royal residence.
Riverside
The Riverside district in Bangkok is located on the embankment of the Chao Phraya River, in its most comfortable and picturesque part. There is a whole constellation of luxury hotels there. For example, "Penisula", "Sheraton", "Sofitel", "Oriental". From the windows of the rooms there is a wonderful river panorama of the city (see). The area is full of souvenir shops and ancient (no older than the mid-19th century) buildings. The area is unattractive for shopping fans.
Banglamphu
The Banglamphu area in Bangkok is better known for Taosan Road, which attracts a lot of tourists. Among backpackers (fans), it is considered the Gateway to Asia. Noisy and disorderly in an oriental way, it is full of small shops, cafes, restaurants and establishments of dubious character. Lots of cheap guest houses, no pretentious hotels. Mainly nocturnal. To the east of the Democracy Monument there is a wide range of local attractions: the Golden Mount Sanctuary, the Museum of King Prajahipok...
Chinatown
Siam Square
If you are a shopaholic, then this is the place for you. The Siam Square area in Bangkok is home to a huge number of large chain and shopping centers. There are even more small shops there. Shopping here is less expensive than in Shiloh. Prices are an order of magnitude lower. A shopping run can be alternated with a visit to the Wax Museum, Suan Pakad Palace, and the local cultural and arts center.
Ploenchit
Another center of attraction for shop lovers. The Ploenchit area in Bangkok is not the cheapest place to live, the price of rooms is the same as in the Silom area.
Pratunam
The Pratunam area in Bangkok is a place where you can meet many of your compatriots. They are attracted by affordable prices for accommodation and very good conditions. There is little entertainment, but there is the capital's most famous observation deck - the Ratchadapisek District in Bangkok - the main competitor of Silom, a new business district, not yet marked on all maps. There is everything for a good time: large supermarkets, nightclubs and pubs, cabarets. The Thailand Cultural Center is the capital's main cultural venue. Prices for hotel rooms are quite high; you won’t find a cheap guest house here.
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▣ Bangkok consists of several districts.
Bangkok is the capital and also the largest city of Thailand, with a population of 15 million people. The city is a regional center of Southeast Asia and can easily compete with such giants as Hong Kong and Singapore.
Bangkok is extremely attractive to travelers from all over the world: every year, crowds of tourists flock here to get to know the colorful local culture and admire the many attractions.
What is the best area to stay in Bangkok?
This question probably worries many, and in this article we will answer it, and at the same time we will look in detail at the main areas of Bangkok. It is worth noting that there are 50 districts (khets) in Bangkok, which are in turn divided into 154 subdistricts.
Bangkok districts on the map
Bangkok's neighborhoods have their own unique characteristics. Don't try to find a single urban center - there simply isn't one in Bangkok. We can only highlight a few main and most important ones, in which the main economic, tourist and cultural life of the metropolis is concentrated.
Ko Rattanakosin
This is the historical center of Bangkok, located on an island of the same name (by the way, Rattanakosin translates as “highest jewel”). This area is very popular among travelers and is the main tourist center.
Here you can visit the Temples of Wat Pho and Wat Phra Kaew, and the luxurious Royal Palace is also noteworthy. But it is unlikely that you will be able to settle in Rattanakosin - there are almost no hotels here.
Riverside
It is one of the most picturesque areas of the city. There are a large number of luxury hotels here, which offer wonderful views of the waterfront (among them Sofitel, Sheraton, Oriental and Peninsula).
▣ Riverside. In Riverside, travelers can find many small souvenir shops located in ancient buildings. There are no large shopping centers or famous attractions here.
Banglamphu
The popularity of the area was brought by Tao San Road, which is a real tourist Mecca. You will find local attractions if you go southeast of the Democracy Monument.
▣ Banglamphu. There are numerous temples here: Wat Chana Songgram Temple, Wat Indra Viharn Temple, the King Prajahipok Museum, the October 14 Monument, the Democracy Monument, Phra Athit Street, and the Golden Mountain are also notable. In Banlampu you can easily find a place to stay, but, unfortunately, it is not always of high quality.
Chinatown
It is the Chinese district of Bangkok. Chinatown is located in one of the oldest and also busiest parts of the city. It is famous for a bunch of jewelry shops and pawn shops where jewelry is made according to traditions that have not changed for centuries.
▣ Chinatown. Chinatown is a shopping area; you can buy here the same things as in all Chinese markets, plus local Thai souvenirs are sold. There are not many hotels here, but it is quite difficult to move around in this area - crowds of people constantly create traffic jams that interfere with traffic.
Local attractions include the temples Wat Mangkon Kamalawat and Wat Traimit. The latter houses the famous Buddha statue made of pure gold.
Silom
It is one of the commercial (not to be confused with shopping) areas of the city. Silom is the modern center of Bangkok, where the offices of large companies, the city's tallest skyscrapers, and the most elite hotels are located.
When choosing a place to stay, be sure to take into account the fact that Silom Soi 2 is a street with many gay bars and clubs for other dubious entertainment. Basically, all such establishments begin to work at night, but during the day it is quite calm here.
▣ Silom. Silom is not very rich in tourist attractions, there is only a colorful Hindu temple called Wat Kek Silom. You can pass the time by shopping, since there are more than enough different shops and shopping centers for this.
If you get hungry, welcome to the French Quarter (it got its name because of the large number of restaurants and bistros serving French cuisine). You can end a hard day by pampering yourself with a foot massage, which is offered to travelers in many salons.
Lumpini
This is a “neighbor” of the previous area, which is not too different from it. was named after a park with the same name, which is a real oasis of greenery and peace.
▣ Lumpini. There is also the Lumpini Stadium, where fights regularly take place (a cult place for fans of the martial art Muay Thai).
Siam Square
It is the shopping center of Bangkok, where most of the large supermarkets are located, as well as an innumerable number of small shops. Shopping here is very profitable, because goods are much cheaper than in tourist areas and much less than in Silom. A real paradise for shopaholics.
▣ Siam Square. If you decide to come to this area of Bangkok, be sure to visit the following places: the Wax Museum, Jim Thompson's House, Suan Pakad Palace, visit the Pathum Wanaram Temple, the Bangkok Culture and Arts Center. Lovers of the underwater world should definitely visit the Siam Ocean World Aquarium.
Ploenchit road
The area is also rich in all kinds of shopping centers (Central Chidlom, Siam Paragon, MBK, Central World, Terminal 21). Tourists mostly go to Ploenchit Road for shopping.
▣ Ploenchit road. There are a large number of hotels, but they, like in the Silom area, are expensive. You can get here from the city center in 8 minutes if you use a car.
Pratunam
It is very popular among travelers. Tourists from the CIS countries like to stay here. Accommodation prices in Pratunam are quite affordable, and the conditions are quite good.
▣ Pratunam. There are not many attractions in this area, however, you can visit the Bangkok Doll Museum and the Thailand Labor Museum, stroll through the palaces - Phaya Thai, Suan Pakad, visit the observatory and see the rotating roof of the Bayok Tower II building.
In addition, Pratunam has many shops and markets where you can make various purchases.
Sukhumvit road
It is a rather disadvantaged part of the city. This is where the red light streets of Bangkok are located. There are also go-go bars and other hot spots here.
▣ Sukhumvit road/ Questionable entertainment is very popular both among the local population and among some categories of tourists.
It is a new commercial district of Bangkok (a kind of analogue of Silom). As a rule, it is not indicated on the map. Ratchadapisek Road is located just north of Sukhumvit.
Numerous hotels located along the entire street are open 24/7 for travelers. Accommodation prices are in the middle and high price categories.
Of note, the Thai Cultural Center is located in this area; there are also many popular cabarets, nightclubs and pubs, huge massage parlors and department stores.
- this is the best place in the capital of the Kingdom of Thailand, where you can simply relax from the noise of a huge metropolis, swim in the rooftop pool and gain strength before a tour of the sights of Siam, spend the night before a long trip to seaside resorts by bus or before flying to the islands by plane, and It’s also good to prepare for an interesting trip to Thailand and neighboring countries. But how to choose a good hotel in Bangkok? Answering this question, as well as deciding which area is best to stay in and which hotel in Bangkok is the most convenient for exploring the city, is quite difficult. In this article I’ll tell you the easiest way to do this and recommend hotels with good reviews and high ratings.
It is important to know that hotels in Bangkok are easiest and most profitable to choose based on rating, price, photos and reviews on booking.com, and then book yourself, as we did more than once during our numerous visits to Bangkok at the beginning of our vacation and before returning from Bangkok to Moscow.
Sala Arun is one of the best hotels in Bangkok near the Royal Palace in Rattanakosin.
3. A relaxing holiday in Bangkok in silence in the middle of the old city next to the Royal Palace
On the left bank of the Chao Phraya River there is a prestigious area of Bangkok called Rattanakosin, where with the onset of darkness life literally comes to a standstill. On this island of silence you can relax and enjoy life in the middle of a noisy metropolis. Bangkok hotels in this area are best suited for travelers who want to simply spend time in Bangkok and leisurely see the city.
Right on the river bank there are several boutique hotels offering stunning views of the Temple of the Dawn, rising on the opposite bank, whose prang towers are beautifully illuminated at night. The three most important attractions of Bangkok are conveniently located literally nearby - the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the Temple of the Reclining Buddha and the National Museum. And if you want to see other areas of the city, you can take the river bus.
The best Bangkok hotels for visiting attractions in the Rattanakosin area are:
- 4* hotel on the river bank with stunning views from the window of the Hindu temple Wat Arun - Sala Arun.
- A secluded 5* hotel in a former royal residence on the Chao Phraya River - Chakrabongse Villas.
- Inexpensive but very nice guesthouse literally across the street from Wat Pho - Chetuphon Gate.
4. See the sights in the center of Bangkok (Old City)
The Banglamphu area is also located on Rattanakosin Island and continues the old city, being the quintessence of what is called "Bangkok". This is where the Monument to Democracy is located. In the past, this area was exclusively home to backpackers who preferred to live in the heart of Bangkok, close to all the city's attractions such as. Today, gilded chedis coexist with antique shops and a floating market, and the cheapest hostels with plywood walls and shared toilets for several rooms can still be found here.
However, the modernization of the city was not in vain. Stylish hotels with rooftop pools, clean guesthouses and luxury apartments have also appeared. The streets are filled with people, everyone is going somewhere or busy with their own business, selling fashionable trinkets or selling excursions and tours. Trendy bars and nightclubs attract Bangkok's youth and travelers from all over the world. Among other things, there is a large area of old-school restaurants and shops just south of the Democracy Monument.
- A clean hostel with a fresh renovation in the old city on a quiet street - Siri Poshtel Bangkok.
- A small hotel with good reviews and lots of antique furnishings is The Bhuthorn.
5. For lovers of urbanism and those who want to experience the everyday atmosphere of Bangkok
Hotels in Chinatown Bangkok provide the opportunity to fulfill your Asian dream, despite some chaos and constant noise from trains and the Bangkok metro in the area of Hua Lamphong station. I found this area of endlessly winding narrow streets and alleys with many shops, Chinese and Vietnamese temples and markets incredibly authentic and picturesque.
In Chinese restaurants you can try unusual food, for example, a rather specific shark soup. And everything in the world is sold here - from fabrics of all colors and shades to Chinese delicacies and ginseng root. And although the choice of hotels here is not as large as in other areas of Bangkok, staying here will be interesting from an educational point of view for all unassuming travelers.
Royal Bangkok Chinatown - hotel in Bangkok with a rooftop pool
Bangkok hotels in Chinatown:
- New and clean hotel 500 m from the train station, with a rooftop pool - Royal Bangkok Chinatown.
- A boutique hotel with a sophisticated atmosphere of Shanghai of the 30s of the XX century - Shanghai Mansion.
- See all hotels in Chinatown on the map of Bangkok.
6. Relax and hang out in the sky bar in a skyscraper hotel like in the movie “Bachelor Party - From Vegas to Bangkok”
7. The tallest hotel in Bangkok is Baiyok Sky (84 floors)
Centara Grand Central World 5* - this Bangkok hotel is a good place to spend time with your family
10. Hotels in Bangkok, where to spend time with family and children + where to go with a child in Bangkok
When choosing a hotel in Bangkok, if you come on a family holiday to Thailand with children, it is important to know in advance about the most interesting places in the city where you can go with your child. I’ll tell you about the most famous and popular of them and recommend good hotels nearby so that you don’t have to spend a long time on transport or stand in traffic jams.
- Oceanarium in Bangkok Sea Life Bangkok Ocean World(site) is located at Siam metro station. This area is a great place for shopping and relaxation with the whole family. There is also a children's playground for children aged 4 to 14 years old. KidZania(KidZania) with educational activities and role-playing games. There is a hotel right next door where you can stay in Bangkok with children:
- Centara Grand Central World (right above the Central World Mall) is a premier 5-star family-friendly skyscraper hotel with a 26th floor pool and rooftop restaurant offering 360° panoramic views of the city and Bayoke Sky. The hotel building has literally everything - restaurants, shops, banks, currency exchange, beauty salons, cinemas and playgrounds. There are also very cozy family rooms for those who come to Bangkok with a child. Centara Hotel is easily accessible or within walking distance of Bangkok's other shopping malls - MBK, Siam Paragon and Siam Square.
- Siam Kempinski is another luxury 5* hotel for families, with spacious rooms with balconies (a rarity in central Bangkok) and fast wireless internet access. From the Siam Kempinski Hotel there is a direct passage without going outside to the Siam Paragon shopping center. The picture is complemented by wonderful restaurants, an internal garden with a large outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers, the presence of Russian TV channels on TV and a convenient transfer to the airport.
- Dinosaur Planet(Dinosaur Planet) is another one of the most interesting places in Bangkok where you can go with a small child. Moreover, not only children, but also adults will like it here. The park itself is quite small, so you can see it quite quickly without having to spend the whole day. Like the aquarium, the park with dinosaur skeletons and life-size replicas is located on Sukhumvit Road, just a little further from the center, next to the Phrom Phong station of the Bangkok metro, so getting there is very convenient. It is best to stay at the Centara Grand or Siam Kempinski hotel, which I described above, or choose a closer accommodation option in Bangkok - Marriott Marquis Queen's Park .
- Dream World(Dream World) is the best amusement park in Bangkok. This is the Thai equivalent of Disneyland, which has everything for a family holiday with children - attractions (including water ones), playgrounds, game rooms and even an ice slide! The park is located in the northeast of Bangkok in the Rangsit district. The closest hotel to Dream World is the quite decent Tara Park Resotel.
- Siam Park City(Siam Park City) is a children's amusement park with all kinds of rides, carousels and roller coasters, a themed walk through Africa, a Jurassic Park with dinosaurs and a water park with water slides. It is located in the Khan Na Yao area in the eastern part of Bangkok, which can be easily reached by buses 60, 71, 96, 115, 168, 519 or by metered taxi (about 300 baht from the center , without traffic jams it takes about half an hour). There are no good hotels nearby that I could recommend, but there is a nice condo with a pool, fitness center, kitchen and washing machine - Esta-Bliss Condominium.
- Waterpark Laguna Fantasia(Fantasia Lagoon) is a fairly large water park with several themed areas and many water slides, which is well suited for younger children. It is located in the west of Bangkok in the Bang Khae area, at the intersection of Phet Kasem Road and Route 9. Unfortunately, there are no normal places nearby where you can stay with children, so it is better to choose one of the hotels in Bangkok in the center, and take a taxi to the water park or rent a car, pre-booking it at the best price on the website Rentalcars.com .
View from the window of the best hotel in Bangkok - Mandarin Oriental 5 stars
11. The best 5* hotels in Bangkok in the Bangrak and Riverside areas
For travelers accustomed to luxury and expensive hotels with the highest level of service, it is best to stay in Bangkok in the prestigious Bangrak area. This area is located south of Rama IV Street and is one of the best not only in Bangkok, but throughout our planet.
Here are two of the best 5-star hotels in Bangkok, included in the top 10 hotels in the world - the unrivaled Mandarin Oriental and the luxurious Peninsula. Each hotel has its own boats, on which you can take an unforgettable walk along the Chao Phraya and admire amazing views of skyscrapers and ancient temples from the river. In addition to the flower and floating markets, the area on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River is home to a large number of expensive Bangkok hotels and prestigious apartments.
- A luxurious hotel with Thai-style rooms, a spa and excellent restaurants - Shangri-La.
- One of the best 5* hotels in Bangkok with spacious rooms and river views is the Millennium Hilton.
- An oasis with a spa in a bustling metropolis, exquisite room design - Anantara Riverside Resort & Spa .
12. Tourist area with skyscrapers, delicious food and entertainment
If for some reason the Bangkok hotels that I described above are not suitable for you, then I recommend looking at accommodation options in the area Sukhumvit. This is the most elite area in Bangkok, hotels in which are chosen by a huge number of tourists because of their convenience for living and great variety (there are more than 500 of them). The Sukhumvit area houses the embassies of Sweden, Norway, Israel, India and the Philippines. From here begins the Sukhumvit Road, which stretches from the city center to the east, all the way to the Cambodian border. The streets adjacent to it are very quiet and calm; here you can find many good restaurants of all cuisines of the world and concept bars, as well as nightclubs for any audience. In general, it definitely won’t be boring!
There are quite a few good hotels in the Sukhumvit Road area, but nevertheless I recommend the following:
- The best luxury 5* hotel with a rooftop bar and excellent views is Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit.
- An excellent 4* option for exploring Bangkok, close to the metro, cozy park, quiet - Bangkok Hotel Lotus.
- A charming 3* hotel with beautifully decorated rooms with a balcony, a great location is Seven.
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1. Prioritize according to your budget and don't miss out on good opportunities
Undoubtedly, every tourist dreams of staying in one of the best 5-star hotels in Bangkok. And before you abandon this idea, think about whether you can afford it! I hasten to please you with the news that luxury hotels in Bangkok are cheaper than in the rest of the world (compare with). So this may be your only chance to live like a true superstar! So don't miss the opportunity to afford more than just going to a cheap hotel on Khao San Road.
2. Choosing a hotel in Bangkok - the most expensive accommodation options
When we were choosing a hotel in Bangkok, we unfortunately had to immediately sift out the most expensive 5-star hotels, such as the Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, which is an amazing historical hotel on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, famous for the fact that the writer Somerset Maugham worked here on a travel book essays "The Gentleman in the Drawing Room" while he was undergoing treatment and recovering from malaria. The incredibly expensive The Siam with luxurious villas and the halal hotel Al Meroz Hotel Bangkok, combining Arabic motifs, were not suitable for the price.
3. Check out hotels with a pool for a nice break on a hot day
Of course, if you come to Bangkok to sightsee all day, and in the evening to walk around the markets or go to a club, then you do not need this option, since you will only sleep in the hotel. But this is not the first time we have come to Bangkok, and we wanted to combine a short walk around the city with a good rest after a long flight. For this, a spa hotel with a pool and a beautiful garden with shady trees, such as the Royal Orchid Sheraton with relatively affordable prices, spacious rooms and the highest service, located in a quiet area right on the river bank, would be perfect for us.
4. Determine which area of Bangkok is best to choose a hotel in
First, choose an area, and then a hotel - this rule applies in Bangkok, and nothing else. After all, the city itself is very large, and the transport in it is not the most convenient and quite exhausting, especially if you settle somewhere on the outskirts inexpensively and then try to travel to the center every day.
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