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Originally published June 15, 2011
Here is a my top 5 picks for Guest Houses and Hostels is Bangkok.
1. HQ Hostel
Self described as “more than a hostel”, HQ Hostel is unique feeling more like an IKEA-inspired college dorm hall, with bean bags, fun decor, and 24-hour reception staff. Inside, you will be delighted to find crisp bed linens, free internet access, comfortable lounging areas, and the Mofu Cafe Bar. It also boasts a great location on Soi 3, next door to a French bakery and 3 blocks away from the Sala Daeng BTS (Skytrain) Station.
Rates: 330 THB (shared bed and bath) — 1700 THB (private room and bath)
Address: 5/3-4, Silom Soi 3, Silom Road, Bangrak, Bangkok, Thailand
Tel: (+66) 02 233 1598
Website:
http://www.hqhostel.com
Email: team@istayhq.com
2. ASHA Guesthouse
ASHA Guesthouse is another well-kept place to stay with close proximity to the Skytrain line. For around 450 THB, you get a double air-con room and share a spotless bathroom. The guesthouse offers free internet, complimentary laundry service, TV/DVD room with movies and books, pool table, games, small swimming pool and a nice restaurant and bar that serves traditional Thai and breakfast.
Rates: Around 450 THB (double bed, shared bath)
Address: Intamara Soi 3, Suttisarn Rd. Saphan Khwai, Phayathai, Bangkok, Thailand Tel: +66-(02)-271-1417 or +66-(02)-271-4811
Email: contact@ashaguesthouse.com
3. Hi-Sukhumvit Guesthouse
This well maintained guesthouse, close to the Thong Lo BTS (Skytrain station) offers both co-ed and female dorms for 330 THB. A continental breakfast of tea, coffee, toast, milk, and cereal is also included during your stay. The English-speaking owner is very kind, allowing guests to cook at guesthouse kitchen and even use the refrigerator to store a bit of food. Hi-Sukhumvit also offers lockers for rent and security card access.
Rates: 330 THB, female or co-ed dorm; 650-1500 single/double/triple rooms Address: 23, Soi Sukhumvit 38, Phra Khanong, Khlong Toei, Bangkok, Thailand Tel: +66 (0) 2391 9338 to 9
Email: info@hisukhumvit.com
4. Udee Hostel
This zen-garden enhanced hostel in Bangkok is only a twenty minute walk away to the famous Chatuchak Weekend Market and a ten minute walk away to the SkyTrain line and the “Big C” Supermarket. Like the Hi-Sukhumvit Guesthouse, they also offer co-ed and female dorms. Other highlights include a rooftop garden, free lockers, cheap internet, restaurant, laundry service, and air-conditioning.
Rates: 350 THB, female or co-ed dorm; 1200-1500 single/double/triple rooms Address: 49 Pradiphat Soi 19, Samsennai, Phayathai, Bangkok, Thailand Tel: +66 (0) 2279 2595
Website:
http://www.udeebangkok.com
Email: info@udeebangkok.com
5. Happy House Guesthouse
Opening in 2005, this fairly new guesthouse is located near Khao San Road (about 3 minutes walk). The rates are a bit more than nearby Bangkok hostels, but the value is noted here with immaculate rooms and peaceful atmosphere. Each room contains a bed with fresh sheets and a cozy duvet cover, private bathroom, air-con and even a LCD television. An lovely soi-front restaurant offers internet access and outdoor tables for lounging.
Rates: 490 THB single, 690 THB double, 1000 THB triple, 1300 THB family room Address: Soi 46 Chanasongkhram Pra Athit Rd., Pranakorn, Bangkok, Thailand Tel: +66 (0) 2280 3301
Website:
http://www.happyhouseguesthouse.com
Email: booking@happyhouseguesthouse.com
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