| Hotel | District | Access | Indicative price (to be checked) | Who for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rambuttri Village Inn & Plaza | Banglamphu | Khao San, 3 min | from 1,200 THB | tight budget, pool |
| Riva Surya Bangkok | Phra Arthit | Khao San, 5 min | about $140 | couples, river |
| Sala Rattanakosin Bangkok | Rattanakosin | Tha Tien pier, 130 m | from 4,500 THB | temples, view |
| Khao San Social Capsule Hostel | Khao San | Khao San Road, 4 min | depends on dates | capsule, going out |
| Nappark Hostel @Khao San | Khao San | Khao San area | depends on dates | social hostel |
Banglamphu: near Khao San Road
The Rambuttri Village Inn & Plaza has a pool about 3 minutes on foot from Khao San Road, from about 1,200 THB. Limits: street noise, a high deposit on arrival according to reviews, and no metro nearby (Phra Arthit pier is about 10 minutes on foot). The two hostels in the table, Khao San Social Capsule Hostel (about 4 minutes from Khao San Road) and Nappark Hostel @Khao San, are cheaper; see also hostels and capsules in Bangkok.
By the river: Riva Surya and Sala Rattanakosin
The Riva Surya, on Phra Arthit Road, has two pools and rooms with river views; reviews mention night boat noise. The Sala Rattanakosin overlooks Wat Arun, Wat Pho and the Grand Palace, with Tha Tien pier 130 m away and MRT Sanam Chai about 500 m away; the area is very quiet in the evening, with few restaurants open late. See also riverside hotels in Bangkok.
On foot from the hotel
The Grand Palace and Wat Pho are reachable on foot or by boat; for a plan, see Banglamphu and Rattanakosin Island.
Before booking
- No metro: plan on the boat (Phra Arthit or Tha Tien pier) or Grab; see getting around Bangkok.
- Noise: at Khao San, ask for a room on a parallel street.
- "++" fees: 10% service and 7% VAT are often added.
FAQ
Which hotel near Khao San? The Rambuttri Village Inn & Plaza (tight budget, pool) or the Riva Surya (river).
Is there a metro in the Old Town? No: no BTS or MRT in Banglamphu; MRT Sanam Chai serves the Wat Pho area.
Where to stay to see Wat Arun? The Sala Rattanakosin, facing Wat Arun.
Is the area noisy? Around Khao San, yes, late; choose a parallel street.
