The good news is that you can almost always find a room in Bangkok. But you’re probably not looking for just any hotel—you want a place that suits you. Booking sites like Trivago and Traveloka show prices, photos and reviews.

But you hardly answer one important question: which neighborhood is right for me?

My first tip: open Google Maps and turn on public transport. You’ll immediately see whether your hotel is well connected.

Recommendation 1.

Sukhumvit: convenient, modern, international.

Bangkok’s largest hotel district is along Sukhumvit Road.

Here you’ll find hotels, shopping malls, restaurants, and bars. Since the Skytrain began running, getting around the area has been very convenient. You can quickly get to Siam Square to shop, eat, or change trains.

Many hotels offer pools, rooftop bars and international comforts.

The nightlife is lively too, especially around Nana and Asok, or in the trendy Thonglor neighbourhood. The downside is that Sukhumvit is convenient and westernised, but often doesn’t feel particularly Thai.

Next tip: Silom and Sathorn Road are convenient and often cheaper.

The area around Silom and Sathorn is the financial heart of the city.

There are lots of hotels here that cater to business travelers. They can be a good deal. These hotels are often cheaper on weekends.

The location is convenient: the Skytrain will take you quickly to the Chao Phraya or Siam Square. From the Chao Phraya, you can easily reach many attractions by boat. Lumphini Park is also nearby, ideal for a stroll, some fresh air or a jog.

Accommodation on the Chao Phraya: peace, views, luxury.

If you’re looking for peace and quiet, views and a little luxury, hotels along the Chao Phraya are an excellent choice.

The view of the river is something special. Boats in the morning, lights in the evening, and life on the water in between. The downside: it’s harder to find budget hotels right by the river.

But if your budget allows, a hotel on the Chao Phraya can make your stay truly special.

And finally, Khaosan Road and the old town.

The area around the legendary Khaosan Road is still a little world of its own. I first stayed in a backpacker hotel there in 1993. I’ll never forget it. Khaosan is young, laid-back and often geared toward partying. But just south of it, you’ll also find small boutique hotels and hostels that are well worth a stay.

The downside is that there’s no Skytrain or subway nearby.

So you’ll often need to rely on taxis, tuk-tuks or boats.

If you’re looking for old Bangkok, explore the areas around Yaowarat Road, the Democracy Monument and the Old City. There are some small, good hotels there, some even close to an MRT station.

Booking Tips.

My first question is always: Do I want to stay near the SkyTrain or the subway? Or is that less important to me?

Next comes the money. Hotel prices in Bangkok are constantly changing. The most expensive period is usually from Christmas until shortly after New Year’s.

If you’re flexible, you can often save money in the low season, roughly between April and November.

Pay attention to the day of the week, too. Business hotels are often cheaper at weekends.

Hotels catering to tourists can sometimes be more expensive. Also check whether breakfast is included.

Otherwise, a simple buffet can easily cost €15–20.

For that money, you can often get a better breakfast at a Thai restaurant around the corner.

One last tip: don’t just compare prices on Trivago
or Traveloka. Check the hotel’s website directly, too, and book a rate with free cancellation if possible. Add the cancellation deadline to your calendar. It’s often worth comparing prices again shortly beforehand. I’ve saved a lot of money this way several times.

If you keep this in mind, there’s really nothing to stop you enjoying a wonderful stay in Bangkok, the City of Angels.