Must-see hotels in Bangkok

Blending modern minimalist and Thai design elements, not to mention tonnes of open space, the Chao is one of the most sophisticated hostels in Bangkok…

It's admittedly off the grid, but that's part of the charm at this 60-year-old renovated house. Welcoming hosts, four small but attractive and…

Travel a century back in time by booking one of the nine rooms in this beautiful antique shophouse located in a classic Bangkok neighbourhood. They’re not…

The ubiquitous industrial-chic look is given a breath of fresh air via Thai/elephant touches at this charming, if somewhat inconveniently located, small…

This popular hostel features dorm rooms of various sizes, the smallest and most expensive of which has six pod-like beds outfitted with power points, mini…

One of Bangkok's biggest hotel and serviced apartment chains with five properties across the city, Centre Point's riverside establishment has a highly…

There's nothing flashy or particularly exceptional about this hostel. But a homey feel and positive feedback edge it into the recommendable column. Dorms,…

This antique wooden villa may not represent the best value in Bangkok, but for accommodation with a nostalgic feel and palpable sense of place (not to…

If you're the type who prefers an apartment over a hotel room, consider this branch of the Anantara chain. Deluxe rooms are spacious, come equipped with a…

Overlooking what may arguably be the most famous visual-reference intersection for travellers in Bangkok, the 27 modern rooms at this establishment range…

LUXX XL oozes with a contemporary, minimalist hipness that wouldn’t be out of place in London or New York. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow heaps of natural…

This former factory has been turned into a good-value budget hotel with a wide selection of rooms at different price points. A room in the original…

This boutique hostel is tucked down a residential side street. Upstairs are three mixed-bed dorms with 19 comfortable beds, plus one room with private…

This somewhat institutional place is part of the global Hostelling International youth hostel network, and has 14 well-appointed, pastel-shaded rooms that…

One of the homiest budget places in the Samsen area (if not all of Bangkok), this colourful, refurbished antique villa gets glowing reports about its…

The name is Thai for ‘come take a look’, somewhat of a misnomer for this reservations-only, no-walk-ins hotel. If you’ve gained access, behind the gate…

The cheapies here (fan-cooled and with shared bathrooms) are some of the tiniest we've seen anywhere, but like most of the rooms at Wild Orchid are clean…

An almost clinical-feeling industrial vibe rules at this hip hostel. The dorms span four to eight beds, and the private rooms are on the tight side, with…

Not only does this hostel provide the most handy access to Bangkok's main train terminal, it's also clean and very well run. The private rooms, some of…

Located in a former school, the 42 rooms here surround an inviting garden courtyard and are generally large, bright and cheery. Amenities such as a free…