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Bangkok is undeniably one of Southeast Asia’s most energetic capitals. The city center is an exciting mix of old buildings, enormous shopping malls, and holy shrines that can take days to fully explore. Hunt for souvenirs in the Chatuchak Market or visit the shining temples of Wat Arun and the Grand Palace’s Wat Phra Kaew, considered the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.

After the sun sets, Bangkok’s legendary nightlife kicks into gear. Take a walk down Khaosan Road, famous for its endless stretch of bars, restaurants, and street food vendors all packed together under a wild array of neon lights. Pad Thai is Thailand’s signature dish, but foods like mango sticky rice and “gieow”—a minced pork dumpling wrapped in wonton dough—are definitely worth a try.

Getting around Bangkok is part of the fun, whether you’re balancing on the back seat of a tuk-tuk in Chinatown, cruising past the floating markets on a long-tail boat, taking the metro or just going on foot. Also, Suvarnabhumi Airport is only 30 minutes away by train or taxi.

Tonight

From $12 per night

This weekend

From $16 per night

Next weekend

From $16 per night

Most popular time to visit October-December
Cheapest time to visit January-March
Local currency THB 100 = $2.87
Language Thai
Average weekend price $77 per night
Average weekday price $78 per night
Average stay 2 nights

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10

We have lived in Bangkok and our return showed how much the...

August 5, 2023

We have lived in Bangkok and our return showed how much the infrastructure has improved. Very easy to get around and the facilities are excellent. The skytrain is a must for moving around, and the Chitlom area is great for shopping.

Michael
Michael
10

A vibrant, cosmopolitan, 24-hour city that effortlessly...

August 4, 2023

A vibrant, cosmopolitan, 24-hour city that effortlessly merges traditional and the Uber modern. There are so many great artists and exhibitions. So much excellent food. So much cold beer. What else is there?

David
David Australia
10

Busy (but not like Hong Kong or Seoul), full of life (and...

August 3, 2023

Busy (but not like Hong Kong or Seoul), full of life (and sometimes traffic), offering everything to everybody. Monuments and a very nice palace, good food for everybody's taste and pocket, smiling people. One thing I would avoid next time: dinner river cruise! Badly organised, the buffet was ordinary, staff was going through the motions like robots.

Razvan
Razvan United States of America
10

if you are used to drive motorbikes I strongly recommend...

August 1, 2023

if you are used to drive motorbikes I strongly recommend renting one here. Traffic is high but very organized, bikes have unwritten priority. Locals are usually very kind and help you even when you don't ask, and want NOTHING in return (no tip!!). Amazing, city, we stayed 7 nights, did many daytrips and liked the stay.

Boni
Boni Italy
10

Bangkok is a magical city with plenty to do at reasonable...

July 31, 2023

Bangkok is a magical city with plenty to do at reasonable costs. Much can of course be done free. I love this city and I will return again and again, and again. Thank you Bangkok for the wonderful memories we enjoyed.

andy
andy United Kingdom
8.0

I have stayed here 3 times

July 30, 2023

I have stayed here 3 times The staff are friendly and are Willing bro help you on all accounts I am sure I will come back I ate breakfast and had lunch On one occasion I like the local coffee shopp If you use trains overhead That’s quick and cheap Traffic can be a pain

Keith
Keith Thailand

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