The Yard Hostel is one of Bangkok's top budget options. The stylish property is located in a hip neighborhood filled with boutiques and coffee shops, far removed from frenetic Khaosan Road. It's rare to find a garden courtyard in central Bangkok, and the hostel makes the most of it, with hammocks and a little open-air bar that serves beer and cocktails. All of the hotel's 10 units have AC and free Wi-Fi, and some have direct access to the leafy common space. There's also an indoor communal lounge with a kitchenette, and free breakfast. Travelers looking for a larger hostel can compare rates with the industrial-chic Bed Station Hostel.
The Yard Hostel is one of Bangkok's top budget options. The stylish property is located in a hip neighborhood filled with boutiques and coffee shops, far removed from frenetic Khaosan Road. It's rare to find a garden courtyard in central Bangkok, and the hostel makes the most of it, with hammocks and a little open-air bar that serves beer and cocktails. All of the hotel's 10 units have AC and free Wi-Fi, and some have direct access to the leafy common space. There's also an indoor communal lounge with a kitchenette, and free breakfast. Travelers looking for a larger hostel can compare rates with the industrial-chic Bed Station Hostel.
LaRio Hotel Krabi is a 25-room value hotel located 20 minutes by foot from the beach in Ao Nang. Built in 2017, the hotel has a fresh and stylish coastal-inspired design (picture lots of blues and rattan accents) throughout its common areas and rooms. Guest rooms come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free safes, and larger units -- including two-bedroom suites with bunk beds -- are great options for families and groups. In the mornings, a simple breakfast is served in a small breakfast room alongside LaRio's narrow dipping pool. Guests generally love the hotel for its tidiness, modern design, and friendly staff. Nonetheless, it's worth comparing LaRio's rates to the ones at the across-the-street Centra by Centara Phu Pano Resort Krabi, which has a full-service restaurant and a proper swimming pool.
LaRio Hotel Krabi is a 25-room value hotel located 20 minutes by foot from the beach in Ao Nang. Built in 2017, the hotel has a fresh and stylish coastal-inspired design (picture lots of blues and rattan accents) throughout its common areas and rooms. Guest rooms come with flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free safes, and larger units -- including two-bedroom suites with bunk beds -- are great options for families and groups. In the mornings, a simple breakfast is served in a small breakfast room alongside LaRio's narrow dipping pool. Guests generally love the hotel for its tidiness, modern design, and friendly staff. Nonetheless, it's worth comparing LaRio's rates to the ones at the across-the-street Centra by Centara Phu Pano Resort Krabi, which has a full-service restaurant and a proper swimming pool.
This three-and-a-half pearl, 95-room hotel has a convenient location in the heart of Bangkok. It's a few minutes' walk from Asoke Train Station and Terminal 21 Shopping Mall, with plenty of trendy bars and restaurants within walking distance. The hotel has a fresh and modern feel, decorated with bold colors and quirky furnishings. Air-conditioned rooms are clean and contemporary, with flat-screen TVs, Segafredo coffeemakers, free welcome non-alcoholic minibars, and great city views -- though bathrooms are a tad cramped. The rooftop glass-bottom pool is a big hit, offering stunning city views and a poolside bar. There's also a stylish restaurant, plus a small fitness center. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. Alternatively, travelers might also like the Legacy Suites Bangkok, which adds a huge outdoor pool and rooftop sports field.
This three-and-a-half pearl, 95-room hotel has a convenient location in the heart of Bangkok. It's a few minutes' walk from Asoke Train Station and Terminal 21 Shopping Mall, with plenty of trendy bars and restaurants within walking distance. The hotel has a fresh and modern feel, decorated with bold colors and quirky furnishings. Air-conditioned rooms are clean and contemporary, with flat-screen TVs, Segafredo coffeemakers, free welcome non-alcoholic minibars, and great city views -- though bathrooms are a tad cramped. The rooftop glass-bottom pool is a big hit, offering stunning city views and a poolside bar. There's also a stylish restaurant, plus a small fitness center. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. Alternatively, travelers might also like the Legacy Suites Bangkok, which adds a huge outdoor pool and rooftop sports field.
The 79-room Citadines Sukhumvit 16 Bangkok is an upper-middle-range, apartment-style hotel that is aimed mostly at the corporate market and long-term guests. Studios and one-bedroom units feature fully furnished kitchens, spacious living quarters, work desks, and modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a small pool and fitness center up on the roof, along with a guest laundry, but there is no restaurant on-site -- though there is a small breakfast area. The hotel is within walking distance of the major Asok intersection, where guests can find both Skytrain and subway stations, along with the popular Terminal 21 shopping mall. Travelers might also want to consider Phachara Suites or the Legacy Suites Bangkok, both of which offer suites with kitchens/kitchenettes.
The 79-room Citadines Sukhumvit 16 Bangkok is an upper-middle-range, apartment-style hotel that is aimed mostly at the corporate market and long-term guests. Studios and one-bedroom units feature fully furnished kitchens, spacious living quarters, work desks, and modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a small pool and fitness center up on the roof, along with a guest laundry, but there is no restaurant on-site -- though there is a small breakfast area. The hotel is within walking distance of the major Asok intersection, where guests can find both Skytrain and subway stations, along with the popular Terminal 21 shopping mall. Travelers might also want to consider Phachara Suites or the Legacy Suites Bangkok, both of which offer suites with kitchens/kitchenettes.
V Villas Hua Hin is a luxury property located at the south end of Hua Hin, close to the main shopping mall, Cicada Weekend Market, and plenty of restaurants and bars. The resort has 23 one-, two-, or three-bedroom Pool Villa Suites, all featuring the complete trappings of luxury, from Bose sound systems to wine refrigerators, as well as fine bedding, private swimming pools, and even the services of a private butler. The grounds are laid out in an elongated maze-like garden, with the villas interspersed and hidden away throughout. There's a lovely infinity-edge pool and hot tub overlooking the beach (one of the cleanest and nicest of Hua Hin), as well as an elegant restaurant with sunken tables surrounded by water, a small fitness center, and a high-end spa. Rates are expensive, but for those looking to splurge, you’ll do no better. Travelers seeking something comparable, but at less expensive rates, could consider the Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin.
V Villas Hua Hin is a luxury property located at the south end of Hua Hin, close to the main shopping mall, Cicada Weekend Market, and plenty of restaurants and bars. The resort has 23 one-, two-, or three-bedroom Pool Villa Suites, all featuring the complete trappings of luxury, from Bose sound systems to wine refrigerators, as well as fine bedding, private swimming pools, and even the services of a private butler. The grounds are laid out in an elongated maze-like garden, with the villas interspersed and hidden away throughout. There's a lovely infinity-edge pool and hot tub overlooking the beach (one of the cleanest and nicest of Hua Hin), as well as an elegant restaurant with sunken tables surrounded by water, a small fitness center, and a high-end spa. Rates are expensive, but for those looking to splurge, you’ll do no better. Travelers seeking something comparable, but at less expensive rates, could consider the Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin.
Perched on a hill with scenic views of Sairee Beach and the Gulf of Thailand, Tarna Align Resort offers a modern, upscale stay in relaxed Koh Tao. The 29 stylish rooms offer flat-screen TVs with cable channels, air-conditioning, and safes, plus outdoor spaces with hot tubs or direct pool access in some. Two restaurants serve Japanese, Thai, and Western cuisines, plus free buffet breakfasts that receive great reviews. Also on-site are a dive center and two swimming pools, one for relaxation and the other mostly used for diving lessons. Travelers looking to stay right on Sairee Beach should compare rates at the Koh Tao Cabana, which has a spa and villas with rustic-chic decor.
Perched on a hill with scenic views of Sairee Beach and the Gulf of Thailand, Tarna Align Resort offers a modern, upscale stay in relaxed Koh Tao. The 29 stylish rooms offer flat-screen TVs with cable channels, air-conditioning, and safes, plus outdoor spaces with hot tubs or direct pool access in some. Two restaurants serve Japanese, Thai, and Western cuisines, plus free buffet breakfasts that receive great reviews. Also on-site are a dive center and two swimming pools, one for relaxation and the other mostly used for diving lessons. Travelers looking to stay right on Sairee Beach should compare rates at the Koh Tao Cabana, which has a spa and villas with rustic-chic decor.
This three-pearl, 201-room chain hotel is located in Silom, close to shopping, dining, and entertainment. Geared towards tourists on a budget, it's a great base for exploring the city, and is a short 10-minute walk to Chong Nonsi Skytrain station. It has a fresh, modern feel, though facilities are limited. There's a spacious lobby lounge with a small cafe and computer station, plus an Italian pizza restaurant with outdoor seating, but no pool. An American breakfast is available, but this costs extra. Rooms are modern, but small, with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and electric kettles. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, but can be spotty. Solo travelers and backpackers might also like the nearby Lub D Bangkok Silom Hostel, which adds a lively bar and social area.
This three-pearl, 201-room chain hotel is located in Silom, close to shopping, dining, and entertainment. Geared towards tourists on a budget, it's a great base for exploring the city, and is a short 10-minute walk to Chong Nonsi Skytrain station. It has a fresh, modern feel, though facilities are limited. There's a spacious lobby lounge with a small cafe and computer station, plus an Italian pizza restaurant with outdoor seating, but no pool. An American breakfast is available, but this costs extra. Rooms are modern, but small, with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and electric kettles. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, but can be spotty. Solo travelers and backpackers might also like the nearby Lub D Bangkok Silom Hostel, which adds a lively bar and social area.
This 475-room, mid-range hotel offers plain, comfortable rooms and a convenient Silom location 15 minutes' walk from the night market and red light district. Built in 1968, the hotel has a '70s flair and still maintains a good portion of its original interior architecture. Some rooms were renovated in 2014, and have wood floors and built-in desks, and platform beds; all rooms have air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs. But older rooms yet to be renovated are outdated and worn. There are smoking and nonsmoking floors, a good-size fitness center, and an outdoor pool large enough for moderate lap swimming. The nearby Glow Trinity Silom is slightly pricier, but it may be worth the extra cost for guests seeking a sleeker, more modern property.
This 475-room, mid-range hotel offers plain, comfortable rooms and a convenient Silom location 15 minutes' walk from the night market and red light district. Built in 1968, the hotel has a '70s flair and still maintains a good portion of its original interior architecture. Some rooms were renovated in 2014, and have wood floors and built-in desks, and platform beds; all rooms have air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs. But older rooms yet to be renovated are outdated and worn. There are smoking and nonsmoking floors, a good-size fitness center, and an outdoor pool large enough for moderate lap swimming. The nearby Glow Trinity Silom is slightly pricier, but it may be worth the extra cost for guests seeking a sleeker, more modern property.
The three-pearl Happy 3 is an ultra-modern boutique hotel that opened on a quiet side street in central Bangkok in 2015. It’s within a short walk to attractions such as the Jim Thompson House and MBK Center, as well as the National Stadium BTS Stadium. The 50-room property features an airy and open lobby with a 24/7 bar/cafe and floor-to-ceiling windows. Other highlights include a restaurant serving breakfast (not free) and lunch, room service, a beautiful outdoor pool, and free covered parking and Wi-Fi. The rooms are sleek and minimalist, with bamboo floors and walk-in showers. Standard rooms are small but nicely outfitted with mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and safes. Rates are attractive, but the upper-middle-range Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam offers free breakfast in a more convenient location.
The three-pearl Happy 3 is an ultra-modern boutique hotel that opened on a quiet side street in central Bangkok in 2015. It’s within a short walk to attractions such as the Jim Thompson House and MBK Center, as well as the National Stadium BTS Stadium. The 50-room property features an airy and open lobby with a 24/7 bar/cafe and floor-to-ceiling windows. Other highlights include a restaurant serving breakfast (not free) and lunch, room service, a beautiful outdoor pool, and free covered parking and Wi-Fi. The rooms are sleek and minimalist, with bamboo floors and walk-in showers. Standard rooms are small but nicely outfitted with mini-fridges, coffeemakers, and safes. Rates are attractive, but the upper-middle-range Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam offers free breakfast in a more convenient location.
The 110-room, three-pearl Heritage Bangkok Hotel offers features like an outdoor pool and fitness center, but guests should keep in mind that bargain basement prices do reflect quality in this instance. The location can’t be beat, though, and there is amazing street food and shopping just outside the hotel’s front door, plus the Chong Nonsi Skytrain station is a two-minute walk away. Guest rooms are clean, but austere and dark, and don’t leave a lasting impression. For a more attractive hotel and free breakfast in this same vibrant area, guests should try the Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Sathorn, though rooms aren’t discounted as heavily.
The 110-room, three-pearl Heritage Bangkok Hotel offers features like an outdoor pool and fitness center, but guests should keep in mind that bargain basement prices do reflect quality in this instance. The location can’t be beat, though, and there is amazing street food and shopping just outside the hotel’s front door, plus the Chong Nonsi Skytrain station is a two-minute walk away. Guest rooms are clean, but austere and dark, and don’t leave a lasting impression. For a more attractive hotel and free breakfast in this same vibrant area, guests should try the Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Sathorn, though rooms aren’t discounted as heavily.