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The 7 Best Hotels in Bangkok

Famous for its chaotic streets, friendly people, cheap and delicious street food, and wild nightlife, Bangkok is one of my favorite cities in the world (I even spent two years living here). It just has a contagious energy that can’t be beat. I never ever ever get tired of coming here.

A city of eight million people, Thailand’s capital is huge. Choosing where to stay in Bangkok can be overwhelming, especially for first-time visitors, as there is a ton to see and do here and the city is very spread out (luckily with a much improved public transportation system).

I’ve been visiting the city since 2005 and have stayed in hundreds of hotels, guesthouses, and hostels. There’s thousands to choose from. To help you plan your trip, here’s my list of the best hotels in Bangkok:

1. Bangkok Hotel Lotus Sukhumvit 33

Hotel facilities include a rooftop pool, spa, and a decent fitness center with sauna. There’s also an on-site restaurant that serves Thai and international dishes as well as a breakfast. Overall, I really like this hotel and think it’s a solid value for such a convenient location.

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2. House of Phraya Jasaen

There’s also small spa on-site and a restaurant with a delicious breakfast too. They also offer a cool perk: after you’ve checked out, if you want to come back and shower before a late-night flight, you’re welcome to do so in a complimentary room. Overall, this is a comfortable and affordable place to stay in Sathorn, Bangkok’s busy central business district.

3. Prince Theatre Heritage Stay

The on-site restaurant, Box Office Bar & Cinema, serves breakfast, good cocktails, and Thai food. Every evening there is even a classic movie screening. This is a cool and unique place to stay in Silom, an area known for its vibrant nightlife and great restaurants.

4. D&D Inn Khaosan

There’s a bar downstairs and a pool on the rooftop (with its own bar) that gets packed with travelers. As for breakfast, you can get it right across the street at the “Greens and Cheese” restaurant associated with the hotel. This is a great place to stay if you want a private room in the heart of Khao San Road. Just know that this isn’t the quietest place to stay as the street’s partying goes all night.

5. The Quarter Bangkok Ratchathewi

Dorm beds all have privacy curtains, outlets, USB ports, and built-in lockers. There are plenty of common areas to hang out in, including a rooftop terrace with a pool, as well as a co-working space for up to 20 people. There’s a free continental breakfast each morning too.

Overall, this is a convenient place to stay in Pratunam as it’s just a one-minute walk to a BTS Skytrain station and a ten-minute walk to an Airport Rail Link station.

6. The Park Hyatt

The hotel has an amazing rooftop cocktail bar and restaurant, a sophisticated whisky bar, a stylish café for breakfast, and a Catalan restaurant recognized in the Michelin guide. There’s also a nice rooftop infinity pool surrounded by lush greenery (get there early as the sun is only hitting it until about 1pm).

If you’re a looking to use points on a hotel in Bangkok, the Park Hyatt offers excellent redemption options (25,000 points per night). This is where I stay whenever I want to splash out and cash in my hotel points.

7. Aloft Bangkok Sukhumvit 11

The fitness center is huge, but the real win is the rooftop pool with loungers and cabanas from which you can marvel at the panoramic views over the sprawling cityscape. Located near a lot of restaurants, bars, and activities, I almost always stay here when I’m in town.

Bangkok is a city with layers. While many travelers only spend a few days here before heading elsewhere in Thailand , I think the city deserves more time than that. Choose one of the hotels above and you’ll ensure a great place to stay while you explore this fascinatingly chaotic metropolis.

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Book Your Trip to Bangkok: Logistical Tips and Tricks

Book Your Flight Use Skyscanner to find a cheap flight. They are my two favorite search engines because they search websites and airlines around the globe so you always know no stone is left unturned!

Book Your Accommodation You can book your hostel with Hostelworld as they have the biggest inventory and best deals. If you want to stay somewhere other than a hostel, use Booking.com as they consistently return the cheapest rates for guesthouses and cheap hotels.

If you’re wondering what part of town to stay in, here’s my neighborhood breakdown of Bangkok .

If you’re looking for more places to stay, here are my favorite hostels in Bangkok .

Don’t Forget Travel Insurance Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It’s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I’ve had to use it many times in the past. My favorite companies that offer the best service and value are:

• Safety Wing (best for everyone)
• Insure My Trip (for those over 70)
• Medjet (for additional evacuation coverage)

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