Bangkok is a unique city that well blends the Eastern Hemisphere tradition and Asian culture with Western trends. Its temples and palaces share space with the most modern buildings, street food stalls with starred restaurants, and accommodations that range from simple hostels to hotels with the highest level of comfort and elegance.
Check out next the best hotels and areas to stay in Bangkok.
See also: What to do in Bangkok – 10 ideas for your itinerary
Where to stay in Bangkok: Banglamphu – Old Town
The old town lies in the Banglamphu district, the main tourist region in Bangkok. The area concentrates most of its temples, palaces, and museums. We can highlight the exuberant Grand Palace of Bangkok, the former home of the empire, and Wat Pho, one of the oldest temples in Thailand. The neighborhood is also home to the famous Khao San Road, known for its numerous restaurants and agitated night bars, near Chinatown, where you can sample and discover the influences of Chinese cuisine, and The Wat Traimit, house of the famous golden Buddha.
Hotels and Accommodation in Old Town
Luxury
Bangkok Publishing Residence
With vintage style and housed in a former publishing facility owned by a local family, the Bangkok Publishing Residence is very close to the Emerald Buddha Temple, Golden Mountain, and the Bangkok National Museum. In addition, its breakfast menu includes vegetarian and vegan options.
Hotel Villa de Pranakorn
The Villa de Pranakorn Hotel has a sober and modern decoration, with lots of white, classic tiles and wooden furniture in the common areas. In the rooms, the artwork stands out, giving the ambiance a boutique feel, charming but not too extravagant.
Boutique Hotels
Siri Heritage Bangkok Hotel
It has a decor that mixes colorful pieces with a classic tone inside the rooms. Siri Heritage serves breakfast with vegetarian options and has easy access to Bangkok’s historical sights.
Red Door Heritage Hotel
At the Red Door Heritage, the decoration stands out with striking colors and many elements of nature. An option for those looking for something cooler and closer to Bangkok’s main tourist attractions.
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Chern Bangkok
The Chern Bangkok has minimalist and modern decoration, highlighting the illustrations with Thai proverbs throughout the hotel. In addition, the hotel has a very spacious outdoor area, with lots of greenery and a swimming pool.
Dinsomon Hotel
The decor at the Dinsomon relies on elegant browns, a classic feel, and lots of wood. The hotel is located near museums and is less than a block from the Democracy Monument, with some rooms overlooking the monument.
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Lisa’s House
Very stylish duplex with a clear decoration, two bedrooms, a balcony, and a complete kitchen. One of the bedrooms has a double bed and one single bed and in the living room a sofa bed, available for up to 7 people to stay.
Kunst
The Kunst has everything a boutique hotel usually offers, but with the advantage of having one-bedroom apartments and studios with a full kitchen, balcony, and dining table. It is a place for those who like a more modern decor combined with the convenience of a hotel apartment.
Where to stay in Bangkok: Silom
The Silom neighborhood is Bangkok’s business center and where many people go for the exciting nightlife. The huge Lumphini Park is worth a visit. There are guided tours, the possibility to rent bicycles or walk through its landscapes, lakes, and local fauna. From the Silom area, you can also visit the Night Market, where you will find many souvenirs and shopping items. Finally, we highlight Blue Elephant Thai, a traditional Thai restaurant that also has a cooking school.
Hotels and Accommodation in Silom
Luxury
Bangkok Marriott Hotel – The Surawongse
This is a hotel that offers one of the most beautiful and elegant facilities in the city. On the terrace, you have a fantastic view of Bangkok, as well as an infinity pool. Some rooms at the Bangkok Marriott have an integrated kitchen.
SO/Sofitel Bangkok
Inspired by the five natural elements of Thai culture, the Sofitel Bangkok has unique decorations in each room, including classic or modern options. Its main restaurant and bar are located on the top floor, and the hotel has three other bars and a cafe on the premises.
Boutique Hotels
Evergreen Laurel Hotel Bangkok
The Evergreen Laurel Hotel has a classic style that marks its decoration, including the pool with decorative tiles and the furnishings in the rooms and the spacious lounges. The hotel has a restaurant with Chinese cuisine and one with international cuisine.
The Cotton Saladaeng Hotel
The Cotton Saladaeng is a hotel with very minimalist decor that includes colorful pieces in its environment for a simple but unique contrast. In addition, you can enjoy a complete fitness area and the hotel’s restaurant.
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FuramaXclusive Sathorn
The modern FuramaXclusive Sathorn offers rooms with integrated kitchens, beautiful decor, and a restaurant with outdoor tables. All this while being a budget hotel.
Silom One
The rooms at Silom One are decorated with colorful LED lights, giving the hotel a very modern look. The whole hotel has mood lighting, making the place even more comfortable. In addition, it is very close to the subway.
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AT 21 Saladaeng Bangkok
The AT 21 Saladaeng Bangkok is an apartment with a swimming pool, sauna, and fitness space in the common areas. But, what makes it stand out are its large apartments ranging from 40 to 120 square meters with colonial decoration, following the style of the building.
Siri Sathorn
The apartments at Siri Sathorn are modern and luxurious looking, either in decoration or in the rooms of the apartment. In the common areas, there are sauna and massage services. To top it off, the space offers yoga classes.
Where to stay in Bangkok: Siam
Privileged for its location with easy access to the old city and the other tourist attractions of Bangkok, Siam is known for its numerous stores in different sectors. The Siam neighborhood has one of Southeast Asia’s largest malls and the MBK Center, famous for offering a little bit of everything. However, it is not only shopping that makes Siam special. The area has many restaurants and is in a very central location with many leisure options.
Hotels and Accommodation in Siam
Luxury
Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel
Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel bets on decor that showcases the beauty of Thai art. From the luxurious lobby, from the staircase to the rooms, you will see paintings and sculptures. The pool is surrounded by a beautiful green area.
Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok
The hotel has very large areas, both in the lobby and in the pool. Siam Kempinski’s decor brings this feeling of luxury, especially in the rooms, some of which have kitchens.
Boutique Hotels
Siam@Siam
What draws attention at the Siam@Siam is its artistic decoration. It’s like staying in a gallery. Each room is unique, and the hotel has the plus of being very well located, close to the main shopping areas of Bangkok.
Siam Nitra Boutique Hotel
The Siam Nitra Boutique Hotel brings a piece of nature into the environment. Lots of plants, beautiful family suites with balconies, and a style that contrasts white walls with wood.
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Kritthai Residence
The Kritthai Residence is a very sophisticated and comfortable hotel. The hotel has a laundry service and a bar, and a large terrace with several rooms overlooking the city.
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Aspira Residence Ruamrudee
Another accommodation that bets on minimalist decor is the Aspira Residence Ruamrudee. With well-equipped 1 or 2-bedroom apartments and a full kitchen, there is also a communal laundry room available for an extra fee.
CBD Asoke/Nana/Ploenchit
This 33 square meters one-bedroom apartment is perfect for two people, with a full kitchen, washing machine, balcony, and a small desk. Its decor is simple but tasteful. In the common areas, you find a large garden and swimming pool.
Where to stay in Bangkok: Sukhumvit
Bangkok’s cosmopolitan aspect is most evident in the Sukhumvit neighborhood, which has many sophisticated restaurants and cafes. With a large Arabic and Japanese community, the Sukhumvit area offers the best of these countries’ cuisines in addition to Thai food. There are also many places for traditional Thai massage and local markets.
Hotels and Accommodation in Sukhumvit
Luxury
Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit
The Sheraton is one of the luxury hotels that provides a complete experience with a very tropical style. You have access to a gym with a personal trainer, a spa for relaxation and a library, and a space for live music performances.
Hyatt Regency Bangkok
Modernity and sophistication are what Hyatt Regency Bangkok delivers. You also enjoy a pool with a view of the city, a restaurant, and a fitness center. The hotel is known for its excellent service.
Boutique Hotels
Luxurious & Romantic in the heart of BKK
This hotel relies on exquisite decoration with pieces of art. The rooms have a small kitchen and living room. Their Asian-style beds add even more style to the room.
Column Bangkok Hotel
With a colonial style but many colorful pieces and lightness in the decoration, the Column Bangkok Hotel has a restaurant with typical Thai food and a bar at night. The hotel rooms have a full kitchen and are privileged in size, ranging from 50 to 118 square meters.
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NT Place Sukhumvit Suites
The apartments at NT Place Sukhumvit Suites have a vintage look and focus on guest comfort. All for a very economical price. In addition, you have access to a terrace with views of the city.
Tai Pan Hotel
Tai Pan Hotel has a bar with live music and an Asian restaurant. For a budget hotel, its common areas include a swimming pool, sauna, and gym, as well as spacious rooms.
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14 Place Sukhumvit
This aparthotel is characterized by having apartments with equipped kitchens and being very spacious, including a 200 square meter penthouse. In the common areas, you find a gym, terrace, and swimming pool.
Circle Rein
The Circle Rein has beautifully decorated two-bedroom apartments with a fully equipped kitchen. On the terrace of the building, there is a swimming pool with a city view.
Where to stay in Bangkok: Thonglor, Ekkamai
Thonglor and Ekkamai are two reference streets for those looking for a less hectic neighborhood, but still with plenty of options to eat and have fun at night. Located in the Watthana neighborhood, the area is one of the few that can be simply explored on foot and has easy access to the city center via Skytrain. Like any cool neighborhood in Bangkok, you’ll be in close contact with the country’s contemporary art production and cultural centers.
Hotels and Accommodation in Thonglor, Ekkamai
Luxury
Volve Hotel Bangkok
The Volve Hotel Bangkok has an atmosphere decorated with wood, plants, and very elegant rooms that make you feel at home. In addition, the hotel has a restaurant, with options for vegetarian dishes.
Adelphi Forty-Nine
With rooms that bet on a lighter and more relaxed decor, the Adelphi Forty-Nine has rooms equipped with a kitchen, plus a restaurant and bar in the hotel. On the terrace, where the pool is located, there is a beautiful view of the city.
Boutique Hotels
The Matta
At The Matta, what will most attract your attention is the decor. In various parts and aspects of the construction, the mix between black and gold gives the hotel a very modern look. The rooms are very spacious, and some have an integrated kitchen.
Somerset Maison Asoke Bangkok
The Somerset Maison Asoke is one of the most modern-looking hotels on this list regarding architecture and interiors. Betting on a more minimalist look, the hotel has very spacious rooms, some with kitchen facilities, and there is a beautiful terrace with a pool.
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Blok Thonglor
The apartments at Blok Thonglor are very cheerful, with bright colors and decorations reminiscent of a movie set, a boutique-style but with a budget price.
THA City Loft Hotel
Very stylish, the THA City Loft Hotel has an excellent location, comfort, and a very highly rated service. You also have access to a fitness area and a restaurant on the hotel premises, very good for a budget hotel.
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THEA Service Apartment by TH District
At THEA Service Apartment, you will find very spacious apartments with two bedrooms and three bathrooms. In addition to the large terrace with a pool, you find plenty of space to relax in the common areas.
Somerset Ekamai Bangkok
At Somerset Ekamai Bangkok, the apartments have light and modern decor. The outdoor areas look like luxury hotels, especially the pool area. In addition, there is space for children, both inside and outside.
Where to stay in Bangkok: Ari
Ari is in a middle-class Thai residential neighborhood north of downtown Bangkok. The area has gradually become a reference as a quieter neighborhood to stay in the country’s capital. Focusing mainly on its local community, the bars and restaurants are good, and many of them are very modern, with lower prices. Despite being far from most tourist attractions, Ari has easy access to other city districts via the Skytrain.
Hotels and Accommodation in Ari
Luxury
Vic 3 Bangkok
The Vic 3 Bangkok is a 4 star standard with a special touch in decor that gives it a more relaxed feeling. The hotel has a restaurant with Thai and international cuisine and is very close to a Skytrain station.
Boutique Hotels
Bangkok Voyage Boutique
With an exclusive decoration that brings an industrial air mixed with modernity and colonial pieces, the Bangkok Voyage Boutique has very good taste. Just the fact of being in the hotel is already an experience.
The Quarter
Com uma decoração moderna, o The Quarter está instalado dentro de um centro comercial com cafés, farmácia e outros serviços, além disso seu restaurante que também é aberto ao público tem cozinha tailandesa e internacional.
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Blu 395
With a very clean look, the Blu 395 offers cozy rooms with a small kitchen for making quick meals. In the common areas, a terrace with a view of the city.
Tata House
The Tata House is distinguished by its modern, well-styled decor for a budget hotel. All rooms at the hotel have a balcony, desk, and sofa.
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Abloom Exclusive Service
Besides offering very spacious 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments, the Abloom Exclusive Service has a full gym, saunas, and swimming pool. There is a restaurant on the premises, and you can count on hotel services in the comfort of an apartment.
Samsen Suites
Samsen Suites has a very Thai decor, beautiful and colorful details in some parts of the apartments, and colonial-style furniture. The apartments have two bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Where to stay in Bangkok: Riverside
By the Riverside, on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, you will find many hotels overlooking the boats that navigate Bangkok’s waters. The neighborhood is also privileged for its proximity to the temples and the city center. An interesting experience is to take advantage of the river transport to enjoy Bangkok from another perspective with its beautiful temples and buildings near the river banks.
Hotels and Accommodation in Riverside
Luxury
Chakrabongse Villas
Set on the banks of the Chao Phraya River is the former royal residence and now a luxury hotel, Chakrabongse Villas. The luxurious rooms really feel like those of a palace and have a beautiful view of the Wat Arun temple on the other bank of the river.
Chillax Heritage
With a unique decoration that bets on green tones in the common areas, the Chillax Heritage is an exclusive hotel, with elegance and sobriety in its rooms. Well located, amidst bars, restaurants, and has a pleasant swimming pool on the terrace.
Boutique Hotels
Baan Wanglang Rivers
Baan Wanglang Rivers’ decor highlights Thailand, bringing in many pieces of local culture and at the same time a sophisticated atmosphere. In addition, the rooms have a great view of the Chao Phraya River plus a good location for sightseeing, restaurants, and cafes.
Theatre Residence
The Theatre Residence pays homage to the local theater, with a very modern design and comfortable rooms. Some rooms have views of the Chao Phraya River. In addition, the hotel has a bar and restaurant.
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Baansuanprannok Hotel
About a few blocks from the river’s west bank, Baansuanprannok is a comfortable hotel, ideal for experiencing the local culture and staying in a quiet place off the tourist trail. However, the sights of Bangkok are easily accessible by public transport or by car.
Uncle Loy’s Boutique House
Imagine a very stylized house with a garden, library, and still having hotel service and a restaurant in the space. This is Uncle Loy’s Boutique House. The hotel also has the advantage of being very close to a ferry station on the river’s east bank.
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Godown – Apartment Beside The River
This is a 3-bedroom apartment with 152 square meters and a large living area with glass doors and windows in the living room that provide clarity and beautiful river views. The apartment has a fully equipped kitchen and a rooftop swimming pool.
Penthouse Riverside
Located on the 35th floor of a building near the river, this 3-bedroom apartment has fantastic views and beautiful decor. In the common areas, there is a swimming pool and a playroom.
