Recommended hotels in Bangkok

Before we set off on vacation, we make sure to invest quite a bit of time and effort in planning it, including finding suitable accommodations that meet every need precisely. The same is true when planning a vacation in Bangkok, Thailand's main "gateway" and a city that has plenty to offer, including hotels, guesthouses, and other lodging options. Bangkok is a heavily visited city. A large city with a wealth of attractions and unique points of interest that you won't find in other cities.

As befits a city like this, you can find a wonderful selection of recommended hotels in Bangkok, spread across the city, though most of them are in accessible, central spots. The big city can be a real challenge for many travelers, but if you find a good hotel in the right location, you can reach all the recommended tourist sites and enjoy a vibrant city — a city that blends East and West, a city that represents a country with a long history and an ancient culture.

When is the best time to visit Bangkok?

The city is busy year-round, and at almost any time of year various events take place that justify the hustle and bustle so characteristic of it. That said, some periods are considered busier for tourism than others. For example, from November through March there is an increase in the number of tourists arriving in the city, which directly affects hotel occupancy. It isn't always easy — especially if you haven't booked in advance — to find available accommodations during these months, particularly ones that are very central and located close to tourist sites.

The busiest month in Bangkok in terms of tourism is April, during the Thai New Year, when various festive events are also held in the city. If you're looking for recommended hotels in Bangkok in other months, you'll likely find them much more easily and the nightly rate will be lower.

Where are the recommended hotels in Bangkok?

Because of the wide variety and the size of the city, it's very important to compare the different options and do thorough research before you set out. Today, in the internet age, this task is especially easy, and there are quite a few resources that can help. There are dedicated websites — just like Simply Thailand — that specialize in this and point you to all kinds of lodging options, taking into account your budget as well as the time of year you want to travel.

In Bangkok, as in any large, touristed city, there are many types of accommodations, some more recommended than others. Backpackers, for example, whose budget isn't high (to put it mildly), will prefer discounted hotels and basic hostels, which they can find in the Khao San district. Families with children will find better hotels in the Siam Square area and other districts.

It's important to remember that this is a very wide price range, which makes things much easier for travelers but can also make the choice harder. At the same time, it's worth remembering that a low price usually means — especially in a city like Bangkok — very basic conditions that aren't always suitable for a family with children, older travelers, or those looking for comfort and indulgence. There are, of course, also luxury hotels in the city where a stay is relatively expensive, but it's just as easy to find those with an average nightly cost and very good conditions. Either way, some advance work is required, as noted, if only to enjoy the best lodging option you can get.

How do you find a recommended hotel in Bangkok?

When weighing the different options Bangkok offers, it's highly recommended to define your needs in advance, along with the type and style of your vacation. Is your budget very low, moderate, or high? Are you traveling alone, independently, or with the kids? Is it important to you that your accommodation be close to the various attractions Bangkok offers (and there are quite a few), or is it enough for you to be near available transportation that will let you get from place to place? Answering these questions and others will help point you to the right hotel.

Keep in mind that the earlier you book your accommodations, the better the price and location you'll enjoy. Bangkok is a highly sought-after city, both by tourists from all over the world and by Thais themselves and their neighbors, who usually come here on their way to a particular place or to enjoy the city and its various events. During certain periods it's hard, even impossible, to find good, inexpensive places, so you should book your hotel in the city early, so you'll get good conditions at a perfectly reasonable cost.