Bangkok can be a relatively affordable place to visit because there are so many hotels. And more of them open each year! To help sort through the clutter of too many options, I’m sharing my recommendations. All of these hotels I’ve either stayed at or have had friends stay at, so I can vouch that they are clean, safe, and reasonably well-located.
These listings are arranged roughly in order of quality/price from high end to low end. In general, avoid hotels that are near Nana and Sala Daeng BTS Skytrain Stations and Silom MRTA Station as these are more of the “adult entertainment” areas of the city. Also, I would recommend against staying in the Khao San Road backpacker area, as you will not really experience anything of Thailand by staying there.
The best areas to stay (in my opinion) are along the Sukhumvit BTS line near Phrom Phong, Thong Lo, Asok, Ploenchit, Chidlom, Siam, or Phayathai stations or the Silom BTS line near Chong Nonsi or Surasak stations. If you want to be located close to the Grand Palace, there are some interesting boutique hotels near the MRTA Sanam Chai station and Maha Rat Road.
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Higher End
Located on the bank of the Chao Phraya River, this is one of the city’s most elegant hotels. Service is impeccable and their own private fleet of ferries will take you to the Taksin Skytrain Station.
If you’re looking for luxury in a great location, the Grand Hyatt is it. Located right in the midst of the city’s shopping district, the hotel is a relaxing oasis.
An upscale, pet-friendly hotel located in the green oasis of the Sindhorn development, right in the midst of the city. Close to the BTS Chidlom and MRTA Silom stations.
Mid-Priced
Marriott Bangkok Hotel Sukhumvit
A combination hotel and serviced apartment located in the Thong Lor neighborhood, a short walk from the BTS Thong Lo Skytrain station. This hotel has good service, a nice rooftop bar, and is convenient to the Thong Lor neighborhood.
A serviced apartment in the middle of the Thong Lor neighborhood, units are well-furnished and ideal for people staying more than just a few nights. Free shuttle service to the nearby BTS Thong Lo station and located near many great restaurant and nightlife options.
Four Points by Sheraton Bangkok Ploenchit
This modern hotel is located immediately adjacent to the BTS Ploenchit Skytrain station and is in more of the business and shopping district. Although not a lot of “touristy” sites to see immediately around the hotel, it is a short walk to many good restaurants and the Central Embassy and Central Chidlom shopping malls.
More of a boutique hotel, located a short walk from the Grand Palace and Wat Po. It offers a great view from the rooftop restaurant and is perfect if you are doing a short getaway and want to be in the old city close to the touristy sights. A short walk to MRTA Sanam Chai station.
Lower Priced
La Petit Salil Hotel Thong Lor
A charming but cramped boutique hotel with a tiny swimming pool, located in the fashionable Thong Lor neighborhood. Tucked away on a side street, it is just a three-minute walk from the BTS Thong Lo station. Decent although limited buffet breakfast. This local hotel group also offers a few other locations.
Ibis Hotels – Budget chain owned by Accor Group is clean and recently remodeled. Three locations:
Ibis Hotel Siam Bangkok is adjacent to the National Stadium Skytrain station, across the street from the MBK Shopping Center, and within an easy walk of the Siam Square shopping district.
Ibis Bangkok Sukhumvit 24 location is less than 5 minutes from the BTS Phrom Phong station, Emporium and EmQuartier malls.
Ibis Bangkok Sathorn is a 10 minute walk from the MRTA Lumphini station. While a bit “tucked away” there are a number of intersting restaurants nearby and it is a decent value option.
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