Stay in the Old City (Rattanakosin) for easy access to Bangkok's enchanting temples and captivating riverside, and to soak up this area's distinctive low-rise charm. The following accommodation ranges from budget to four-star, with some great deals available. For more choices in this historic area, only closer to buzzing traveller enclave Khao San Road, check out our Khao San Road 'Where to stay' section.
Bhiman Inn Hotel Good Value | Close to Riverside | Outdoor Swimming Pool One of the strongest features of this 45-room boutique hotel on Phra Sumen Road has to be its proximity to the popular Phra Arthit Road (a laidback, leafy boulevard with lots of cozy hole-in-the-wall cafes) and a Chao Phraya River pier. Khao San Road is within easy walking distance, and the Grand Palace a five-minute taxi ride. The decorative tone is contemporary, and rooms are spacious. Modern conveniences include fridge, cable TV and mini bar. There is also a small outdoor swimming pool, and an airy colonial-style restaurant with al fresco area. (Bhiman Inn has rooms available at special price on Latestays, starting at 1,200 THB)
Prince Palace Hotel 4-star | Luxurious | Ideal for Business or Leisure | Spa | Fitness Facilities Conveniently located on Damrongrak Road, in the government and commercial area that straddles the edge of Rattanakosin, the Prince Palace Hotel's 306 rooms are smartly clad in traditional furnishings alongside nifty modern comforts like in-room safe, electronic key card and cable TV. Covering the 11th to 32nd floor of Bobae Tower, it has extensive leisure facilities, including steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, swimming pool and the Darawadee Spa. There are three restaurants (continental, Chinese, Thai), a karaoke lounge, banqueting facilities and a cocktail bar. (Prince Palace has rooms available at special price on Latestays, starting at 1,550 THB)
Royal Princess Larn Luang 4-star | Business, Leisure or Families | Internet in Rooms | Great Dining | Large Pool Stay at this superior four-star hotel on Larn Luang Road and you're on the fringe of Rattanakosin island (not far from Wat Saket), and a 10-15 minute drive from popular shopping area Siam Square. Its 168 guest rooms come in a variety of sizes (suites, superior and deluxe), each offering either pool, garden or city views. All, however, are generously sized, have a classical, cozy ambiance and come with Internet connection (costs extra) and private balcony. Dining facilities include Japanese, Italian, Thai, Continental and Chinese restaurants, as well as a bakery. There is also a large secluded swimming pool, fitness centre and meeting rooms. Worth noting is the high-speed Internet available throughout and baby sitting service. (Royal Princess Larn Luang Bangkok has rooms available at special price on Latestays, starting at 2,650 THB)
