A mid-range chain hotel that's close to Hua Lamphong train station, Holiday Inn Express is a family-friendly option with 300 rooms over 22 floors. Nice features include the quiet, comfortable rooms, a decent-sized gym, and a free breakfast. There are cheaper places to stay in Bangkok (the city is teeming with backpacker hostels) but this place is especially popular with families who appreciate the extra security of a 24-hour front desk and doors that lock with electronic key cards.
A mid-range chain hotel that's close to Hua Lamphong train station, Holiday Inn Express is a family-friendly option with 300 rooms over 22 floors. Nice features include the quiet, comfortable rooms, a decent-sized gym, and a free breakfast. There are cheaper places to stay in Bangkok (the city is teeming with backpacker hostels) but this place is especially popular with families who appreciate the extra security of a 24-hour front desk and doors that lock with electronic key cards.
A family-friendly hotel with 560 rooms over 15 floors, Chatrium Residences-Bangkok is located in Sathon, an area which is not really central to the hustle and bustle of Bangkok, but is nonetheless well connected to the city center. All of the rooms are spacious and have kitchenettes, but some of the furnishings are beginning to look dated and guests complain about rooms which have two single beds pushed together instead of a king-size bed -- and that beds are hard. Property amenities include a meeting room, swimming pool, children's play room, large fitness center, and tranquil spa. The main draw of this hotel is the free-form lagoon-shaped swimming pool set amongst lush greenery. While the immediate area doesn't offer much in the way of restaurants, shops, or attractions, the hotel provides a handful of services to alleviate that stranded feeling. Free hourly shuttles take guests to the sky train station while suites allow room to spread out in decent-sized quarters that include separate living areas, kitchens, and free Wi-Fi.
A family-friendly hotel with 560 rooms over 15 floors, Chatrium Residences-Bangkok is located in Sathon, an area which is not really central to the hustle and bustle of Bangkok, but is nonetheless well connected to the city center. All of the rooms are spacious and have kitchenettes, but some of the furnishings are beginning to look dated and guests complain about rooms which have two single beds pushed together instead of a king-size bed -- and that beds are hard. Property amenities include a meeting room, swimming pool, children's play room, large fitness center, and tranquil spa. The main draw of this hotel is the free-form lagoon-shaped swimming pool set amongst lush greenery. While the immediate area doesn't offer much in the way of restaurants, shops, or attractions, the hotel provides a handful of services to alleviate that stranded feeling. Free hourly shuttles take guests to the sky train station while suites allow room to spread out in decent-sized quarters that include separate living areas, kitchens, and free Wi-Fi.
The Le Meridien Bangkok goes for unique design and decor, from the stylish, large tinted glass windows in the lobby, to the rooms, which feature floor-to-ceiling windows for viewing Bangkok's cityscape. Some of the rooms, along with the spa, feature circular beds, a novelty in Thailand, and there are plenty of other artistic touches to attract guests, such as photo exhibitions in the suave lobby bar and a sleek rooftop deck with a 20-meter lap pool. The hotel is well located near the Sala Daeng Skytrain and Silom Metro stations, and the Silom District, with numerous restaurants, bars, and clubs. Le Meridien boasts some of Bangkok's largest and best conference rooms and meeting facilities in the area, but nonetheless also attracts leisure travelers. The only drawback (well, at least for some) of this stylish spot is its proximity to the legendary Patpong red light entertainment district.
The Le Meridien Bangkok goes for unique design and decor, from the stylish, large tinted glass windows in the lobby, to the rooms, which feature floor-to-ceiling windows for viewing Bangkok's cityscape. Some of the rooms, along with the spa, feature circular beds, a novelty in Thailand, and there are plenty of other artistic touches to attract guests, such as photo exhibitions in the suave lobby bar and a sleek rooftop deck with a 20-meter lap pool. The hotel is well located near the Sala Daeng Skytrain and Silom Metro stations, and the Silom District, with numerous restaurants, bars, and clubs. Le Meridien boasts some of Bangkok's largest and best conference rooms and meeting facilities in the area, but nonetheless also attracts leisure travelers. The only drawback (well, at least for some) of this stylish spot is its proximity to the legendary Patpong red light entertainment district.
Billing itself as “The Living Place,” Buddacco is a modern budget hotel located in the busy Pratunam neighborhood, which hosts Bangkok's wholesale market. The 48 brightly colored rooms offer modern decor, safes, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Oriental Rooms and the Executive Suite also have spa-style king-sized beds. A free breakfast is served every morning in the on-site cafe, which offers light international fare throughout the day but closes early. Though it's possible to find hotels with more features, such as a pool, at this price point, Budacco's convenient location and cheerful, contemporary style help make it a great value.
Billing itself as “The Living Place,” Buddacco is a modern budget hotel located in the busy Pratunam neighborhood, which hosts Bangkok's wholesale market. The 48 brightly colored rooms offer modern decor, safes, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Oriental Rooms and the Executive Suite also have spa-style king-sized beds. A free breakfast is served every morning in the on-site cafe, which offers light international fare throughout the day but closes early. Though it's possible to find hotels with more features, such as a pool, at this price point, Budacco's convenient location and cheerful, contemporary style help make it a great value.
The 10-room Khaosan Baan Thai is a traditional backpackers' budget guesthouse/hostel located near Khao San Road and Phra Athit, by the Chao Phraya River. Rooms have either fans or air-conditioning, with mattresses on the floor; bathrooms are shared. The hotel sits in a quiet alley, and there are plenty of places to eat and drink nearby. There is one common area on the ground floor, which offer books, a tour desk, two computers for guests' use, and a TV -- it's where the free breakfast is served. Laundry services are available. Bright, clean, and colorful, the Khaosan Baan Thai has a super-helpful and friendly staff, and it would be hard to beat its low rates. It's in a quiet location, and is a good bet for budget travelers, especially backpackers.
The 10-room Khaosan Baan Thai is a traditional backpackers' budget guesthouse/hostel located near Khao San Road and Phra Athit, by the Chao Phraya River. Rooms have either fans or air-conditioning, with mattresses on the floor; bathrooms are shared. The hotel sits in a quiet alley, and there are plenty of places to eat and drink nearby. There is one common area on the ground floor, which offer books, a tour desk, two computers for guests' use, and a TV -- it's where the free breakfast is served. Laundry services are available. Bright, clean, and colorful, the Khaosan Baan Thai has a super-helpful and friendly staff, and it would be hard to beat its low rates. It's in a quiet location, and is a good bet for budget travelers, especially backpackers.
An upscale property in the happening neighborhood of Sukhumvit, The Pullman Bangkok Grande Sukhumvit has a sail-like glass façade, with an atrium inside that is home to some gorgeous (but staggering) views. The property has 325 bright and spacious rooms, set around a triangular atrium fronted by glass as far as the eye can see. The rooms are well-suited for business travelers, as they feature desks and speedy Wi-Fi, and there's even a golfer's putting green on top of the parking lot at this hotel. Located near the intersection of the MRT and BTS sky train, the hotel is a five-minute walk from the Terminal 21 shopping mall and, in most respects -- the service, restaurants, and standard rooms -- this hotel is well worth its "grand" classification; only the tacked-together suites let it down.
An upscale property in the happening neighborhood of Sukhumvit, The Pullman Bangkok Grande Sukhumvit has a sail-like glass façade, with an atrium inside that is home to some gorgeous (but staggering) views. The property has 325 bright and spacious rooms, set around a triangular atrium fronted by glass as far as the eye can see. The rooms are well-suited for business travelers, as they feature desks and speedy Wi-Fi, and there's even a golfer's putting green on top of the parking lot at this hotel. Located near the intersection of the MRT and BTS sky train, the hotel is a five-minute walk from the Terminal 21 shopping mall and, in most respects -- the service, restaurants, and standard rooms -- this hotel is well worth its "grand" classification; only the tacked-together suites let it down.
In the heart of Bangkok, within a short walk of several of the city's renowned luxury malls, the Glow Pratunam Hotel is a colorful, modern hotel that attracts travelers of all kinds, especially those who like to shop. Each of the 169 rooms is themed after one of the four seasons and outfitted with pillow-top mattresses, iPod docks, and flat-screen TVs. The small spa offers a range of massage treatments, and there's a small outdoor pool and a fitness center with a steam room. The breezy, stylish restaurant serves international and Thai favorites, as well as an extensive breakfast buffet that's included in some rates, and the lobby bar is a relaxed spot to lounge with drinks and snacks while taking in rooftop city views. Compare rates with Evergreen Place Bangkok, an upscale hotel with apartment-style suites that's a bit closer to a Skytrain station.
In the heart of Bangkok, within a short walk of several of the city's renowned luxury malls, the Glow Pratunam Hotel is a colorful, modern hotel that attracts travelers of all kinds, especially those who like to shop. Each of the 169 rooms is themed after one of the four seasons and outfitted with pillow-top mattresses, iPod docks, and flat-screen TVs. The small spa offers a range of massage treatments, and there's a small outdoor pool and a fitness center with a steam room. The breezy, stylish restaurant serves international and Thai favorites, as well as an extensive breakfast buffet that's included in some rates, and the lobby bar is a relaxed spot to lounge with drinks and snacks while taking in rooftop city views. Compare rates with Evergreen Place Bangkok, an upscale hotel with apartment-style suites that's a bit closer to a Skytrain station.
The eco- and pet-friendly mid-range ibis Bangkok Nana has a central downtown location. All rooms have the same ibis design and come with free bottled water, coffee/tea makers, and mini-fridges. The hotel's restaurant, Taste, serves breakfast (not included in the room rate) and a buffet lunch that draws local residents, while the lobby bar serves food and drinks 24 hours a day. There's free Wi-Fi and parking, and a business center with three computers, and a foosball area. Be aware that the central location means some rooms can be noisy and there isn't a pool.
The eco- and pet-friendly mid-range ibis Bangkok Nana has a central downtown location. All rooms have the same ibis design and come with free bottled water, coffee/tea makers, and mini-fridges. The hotel's restaurant, Taste, serves breakfast (not included in the room rate) and a buffet lunch that draws local residents, while the lobby bar serves food and drinks 24 hours a day. There's free Wi-Fi and parking, and a business center with three computers, and a foosball area. Be aware that the central location means some rooms can be noisy and there isn't a pool.
The ibis Bangkok Riverside, like other hotels in this mid-range chain, is pet-friendly and "green." Sitting on the Chao Phraya River away from the downtown traffic means it's quiet but also a bit difficult to find. Some rooms have river views and come with flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and mini-fridges. Bathrooms are compact and do not have bathtubs. There are an on-site restaurant and bar, and an outdoor, unheated pool. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, as is parking. A children's play area, a vegetable garden, and a shuttle to the BTS station round out the amenities.
The ibis Bangkok Riverside, like other hotels in this mid-range chain, is pet-friendly and "green." Sitting on the Chao Phraya River away from the downtown traffic means it's quiet but also a bit difficult to find. Some rooms have river views and come with flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and mini-fridges. Bathrooms are compact and do not have bathtubs. There are an on-site restaurant and bar, and an outdoor, unheated pool. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, as is parking. A children's play area, a vegetable garden, and a shuttle to the BTS station round out the amenities.
Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom is an upper-mid-range hotel in the neighborhood of Bang Rak, a good location for travelers interested in architecture, night markets, and golf. It's also close to Patpong Night Market and 10 minutes away from the swirling Chao Phraya River. The property has 684 rooms over 24 floors; all of them are simple yet modern, with free Wi-Fi and sleek bathrooms. An outdoor pool and tennis court are also on-site. The fee for breakfast is annoying to some, however, and the hotel doesn't quite live up to its four-star rating.
Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom is an upper-mid-range hotel in the neighborhood of Bang Rak, a good location for travelers interested in architecture, night markets, and golf. It's also close to Patpong Night Market and 10 minutes away from the swirling Chao Phraya River. The property has 684 rooms over 24 floors; all of them are simple yet modern, with free Wi-Fi and sleek bathrooms. An outdoor pool and tennis court are also on-site. The fee for breakfast is annoying to some, however, and the hotel doesn't quite live up to its four-star rating.