Bangkok is known to locals as Asia’s City of Angels, or to most as the land of delectable pad thai, lit night markets, and exhilarating tuk-tuk rides. With a dizzying array of things to do in Bangkok, it’s no surprise that this city is a popular vacay destination for many.
If you’re starting to feel the travel itch, start planning your ALs and book a year-end holiday. To help ease the load, we’ve rounded up these hotels in Bangkok that are both affordable and accessible so you won’t have to spend tons of money on your accommodation and transportation.
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The BTS and MRT are 2 different subway systems in Bangkok. The BTS SkyTrain has 3 lines: Sukhumvit, Silom, and Gold. Most tourist stops are on the Sukhumvit and Silom lines. The Gold line only services the fairly new IconSiam development. You can buy fare tickets at each station, with prices starting from ฿17 (~S$0.63) for 1 stop.
For convenience, you can purchase a One-Day Pass (฿150, ~S$5.50) that’s valid for unlimited travel only on BTS lines for a whole day. If you’re staying in Bangkok longer, consider getting a Rabbit Card. The card is ฿100 (~S$3.69) and you must deposit a minimum of ฿100 into the card to use it. Top-ups can be done via cash or credit card at any BTS station.
Get the Rabbit Card before you travel.
You can’t use the Rabbit Card at Bangkok MRT stations, though. There are 4 lines available: Blue, Purple, Yellow, and Pink Lines.
If you’re crossing from the BTS to MRT, you’ll need to purchase an additional token to make your journey. Tokens can be bought at any station, with fares costing between ฿15-฿40 (~S$0.55-S$1.48) per trip. Day passes are ฿120 (~S$4.44) each.
A couple of the hotels we’ve featured are near stations along the Airport Rail Link (ARL). This is a direct line from Suvarnabhumi International Airport that’ll bring you to the city centre. Similar to the MRT, you’ll need to buy single-trip tokens at any station per trip (฿15-฿45, ~S$0.55-S$1.66). Alternatively, you can buy a stored-value card from the station from ฿200 (~S$7.37).
Price breakdown of hotels & nearest BTS/MRT stations
| Hotel | Nearest BTS/MRT/ARL station | Price per night |
| The Coach Hotel Sukhumvit | 3-minute walk from Asok BTS and 7-minute walk from Sukhumvit MRT | From S$89/night |
| Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square | 2-minute walk to Siam BTS | From S$122/night |
| SO/ Bangkok | Next to Lumphini MRT | From S$140/night |
| Grande Centre Point Hotel Terminal 21 | Next to Asok BTS | From S$189/night |
| S31 Sukhumvit Hotel | 7-minute walk to Phrom Phong BTS | From S$89/night |
| Pullman Bangkok King Power | 7-minute walk to Ratchathewi BTS | From S$114/night |
| Akara Hotel Bangkok | 10-minute walk to Phaya Thai BTS | From S$115/night |
| The Quarter Ladprao | Next to Phahon Yothin MRT | From S$60/night |
| Amari Watergate Bangkok | 8-minute walk to Ratchaprarop ARL | From S$132/night |
| Centara Watergate Pavillion | 8-minute walk to Ratchaprarop ARL | From S$92/night |
| Vela Dhi Glow Pratunam | 10-minute walk to Ratchaprarop ARL | From S$64/night |
| The Sukosol Hotel | 5-minute walk to Phaya Thai BTS | From S$138/night |
The last thing you want after a whole day of shopping and feasting is taking a long subway ride with multiple transfers just to get back to your hotel. Thankfully, The Coach Hotel Sukhumvit will have none of that. The newly-opened hotel is within walking distance to both Asok BTS station and Sukhumvit MRT station.
Image credit: The Coach Hotel Sukhumvit
The hotel itself is quite a gem with its rooftop infinity pool, state of the art gym, and outdoor veranda for guests to catch 40 winks during the day.
Image credit: @abandonedmansionbkk via Instagram
Come nightfall, be entertained by jazz musicians and singers at the Abandoned Mansion restaurant and bar.
Nearest train station: 3-minute walk from Asok BTS station and 7-minute walk from Sukhumvit MRT station
Rates: From S$89/night
The Superior Room.
Image credit: Novotel Bangkok
First-time travellers, here’s a knowledge gem for you – Siam is basically Bangkok’s City Hall, where the train station is a major interchange in the city. So for those who treasure accessibility, turn your attention to Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square. Popular shopping areas such as Siam Paragon and Siam Centre, and the Siam BTS are just a hop and a skip away.
Image credit: Novotel Bangkok
Convenient location aside, families with kiddos will find themselves right at home here. In between mall crawls, wind down at the pool or the in-house spa. Send the young ones to the hotel’s kids corner where they can entertain themselves with games, movies, and books.
Nearest train station: 2-minute walk to Siam BTS
Book a stay at Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square.
Rates: From S$122/night
Birthdays, anniversaries, and graduations – these call for a good celebration and an excuse to be ballin’. If that’s what you’re headed to Bangkok for, then SO/ Bangkok might very well be calling out to you.
Did we mention you’ll get a killer view of the city skyline?
Image credit: @sobangkok via Instagram
For one, the hotel hosts pool parties (from ฿300, ~S$11.09) at the rooftop infinity pool every last Saturday of the month. Break out that cute bikini you’ve been saving, collect your free drink, and groove to the beats from the DJ console.
Image credit: SO/ Bangkok
After partying it out, retreat to an abode that’s in no way your typical hotel room; all rooms are decked out in Water, Earth, Wood, and Metal themes. Pair that with unblocked views of Lumphini Park, and you’re all set for holiday mode. Once you’re ready to emerge into the world, Lumphini MRT’s just next door for you to conquer the city.
Nearest train station: Next to Lumphini MRT
Book a stay at SO/ Bangkok.
Rates: From S$140/night
Image credit: @grandecentrepoint.terminal21 via Instagram
Travelling far and wide for entertainment isn’t necessary at Grande Centre Point Hotel Terminal 21. For holiday-goers who just want to camp in, you can book an in-house spa session to put your mind and body in recuperation mode.
Image credit: @grandecentrepoint.terminal21 via Instagram
Should you crave a little workout, simply head to the golf putting range for a few swings or practise your serves at the tennis court.
Image credit: Grande Centre Point
That’s not to say you have to spend your whole vacation in the hotel. Heading out is convenient as the place is just next to Asok BTS, and it’s also connected to Sukhumvit MRT and Terminal 21 mall, which is a jackpot for feasting and shopping.
Nearest train station: Next to Asok BTS
Book a stay at Grand Centre Point Hotel Terminal 21.
Rates: From S$189/night
Image credit: S31 Sukhumvit Hotel
There’s shopping till you drop, and then there’s shopping with a comfy hotel to recharge before going for round 2. For those who’re in Bangkok for luxury shopping, S31 Sukhumvit Hotel can be your go-to, seeing that it’s located within walking distance of high-end malls such as EmQuartier and The Emporium.
Image credit: S31 Sukhumvit Hotel
The accoms here are mostly your typical comfy hotel rooms, but if you’re here with the whole fambam, perhaps the luxurious Duplex Suite (฿3,110/night, ~S$114.59) might just be for you.
Nearest train station: 7-minute walk to Phrom Phong BTS
Book a stay at S31 Sukhumvit Hotel.
Rates: From S$89/night
Image credit: Pullman Bangkok King Power via Google Maps
With 3 hotels in Bangkok city, Pullman Bangkok King Power might reign supreme here – but we’re here to tell you about the branch in Ratchathewi. For one, the hotel is set up for pure indulgence. We’re talking bathtubs in every room so for customary bath bomb TikToks, an in-house spa and salon, and of course, the sweetest words you can hear: “duty-free shopping”.
Indulge in Japanese cuisine amidst an Instagrammable backdrop at Tenshino, located within the hotel.
Image credit: @tenshinobangkok via Instagram
That’s because the King Power duty-free shopping mall is connected to the hotel. You’ll be able to find high-end brands including Gucci and Burberry, and all-time faves such as Under Armour athleisure and Marvel merch.
Nearest train station: 7-minute walk to Ratchathewi BTS
Book a stay at Pullman Bangkok King Power.
Rates: From S$114/night
Image credit: Akara Hotel Bangkok
Whether you’re hitting up the city with your bae, or blowing off steam with your group of besties, you’ll find Akara Hotel Bangkok well-equipped for a classy stay. The hotel is decked out in art deco touches – perfect for those picture-perfect holiday moments.
Image credit: Akara Hotel Bangkok
Other than the comfy rooms characterised by neon light fixtures, we’re eyeing the rooftop bar, Barracuda. It’s located on the 16th floor, so you’ll get an eyeful of the glistening city lights while you have a romantic meal, or sip those cocktails through the night.
To recover from a cocktail-fueled night, head over to the rooftop pool to work that suntan.
Image credit: Akara Hotel Bangkok
Nearest train station: 10-minute walk to Phaya Thai BTS
Book a stay at Akara Hotel Bangkok.
Rates: From S$115/night
The rooms here are modern and comfy, and won’t hurt your wallet.
Image credit: Quarter Ladprao
One of the best things about a trip to Bangkok is how wallet-friendly it can be. So if you’re on a budget, extra perks if you can cop accommodation that’s a far step above a cramped hostel in a dodgy part of town. Enter The Quarter Ladprao by UHG, with rates as low as S$60/night.
Work off all that street food at the hotel’s fitness centre.
Image credit: Quarter Ladprao
Speaking of budget-friendly, the hotel’s just 2 MRT stops away from the iconic Chatuchak Weekend Market. That means you can spend your entire stay trawling the market for affordable and unique vintage tees and accessories, and of course, mouth-watering street food.
Nearest train station: Next to Phahon Yothin MRT
Book a stay at The Quarter Ladprao by UHG.
Rates: From $60/night
If you didn’t already know, Bangkok is a gold mine for affordable customised suit tailoring. And Pratunam neighbourhood is where it’s at. Pair that with the area’s shopping gems such as the Platinum Fashion Mall and Pratunam Night Market, and you’re sure to be lugging extra suitcases home.
Image adapted from: Shawn via Google Maps
Sounds like the perfect time spent away from home and work? Make your way to the Amari Watergate Bangkok that’s located in the heart of the neighbourhood. The hotel has a tailor located within, not to mention rooms refurbished in 2021 for a comfortable stay.
Image credit: Amari Watergate Bangkok
If you’d like to venture out of the area, the Ratchaprarop Airport Rail Link (ARL) is just an 8-minute walk away.
Nearest train station: 8-minute walk to Ratchaprarop ARL
Book a stay at Amari Watergate Bangkok.
Rates: From S$132/night
Image credit: Klook
Centara Watergate Pavillion is another alternative for those heading to the Pratunam Night Market to stock up on fashion staples. The hotel is within walking distance of the night market as well as the 8-storey MBK Center that’s packed with 2,000 shops.
Image adapted from: @centara_watergate via Instagram
The hotel’s tricked out for travellers of all types, be it business, couples, or families. It’s got a spa for those going full-on R&R, a rooftop pool kiddos kiddos will love, and a rooftop bar for some partying.
Nearest train station: 8-minute walk to Ratchaprarop ARL
Book a stay at Centara Watergate Pavillion.
Rates: From S$92/night
Image credit: VELA360 HOTELS
For many of us, holidays are about going all out. And if we want the IG photos to match, then we’re never going to say no to a swanky hotel to fit the vibrant city vibes.
Image adapted from: VELA360 HOTELS
Comfy rooms with king-size and twin beds aside, Vela Dhi Glow Pratunam is dotted with aesthetic accents throughout. Neon lights? Wooden accents? Shiny baubles hanging from the ceiling? We’re here for it.
The best part is its convenient location just next to Bangkok’s Platinum Mall – a favourite haunt of many Singaporeans where wholesale clothing can be found for a fraction of its OG price. It’s just a 2-minute walk away.
Nearest train station: 10-minute walk to Ratchaprarop ARL
Book a stay at Vela Dhi Glow Pratunam.
Rates: From $64/night
Image credit: @thesukosol via Instagram
Bangkok may be the land of pad Thai and tom yum, but on days when you’re craving familiar comforts like dim sum, you can turn your attention to The Sukosol Hotel. For lunch every weekend, indulge in all-you-can-eat dim sum (from ฿1,395/pax, ~S$51.40) at the hotel’s Chinese restaurant, Lin Fa. They’ve got your classics which include steamed prawn dumplings and pork spare ribs, and siew mai.
Image credit: The Sukosol Hotel
The hotel is also located a mere 4-minute walk from the Phaya Thai BTS, which is connected to the Ratchaprarop ARL for added convenience. That means you can plop down onto the comfy beds in their Premier Room (from ฿2,888, ~S$106.41/night) within an hour from landing in Bangkok.
Image credit: @yokosusumi via Instagram
For those looking to stretch their legs instead, take a 5-minute walk to the Suan Pakkard Palace, a museum which showcases the Royal Family’s appreciation for gardening and the arts. You can also make the short trip to the legendary Saxophone Pub, the city’s oldest and most renowned jazz and blues club for some tunes to liven up the night.
Nearest train station: 5-minute walk to Phaya Thai BTS
Book a stay at The Sukosol Hotel.
Rates: From $138/night
Options are aplenty when it comes to accommodation in Bangkok – from luxurious suites to hotels that cost less than S$50/night. For those who value convenience above all, these hotels in the city will be your oasis amid your food crawls and shopping sprees.
Convenience doesn’t just have to be a central location in the city, of course. We want it all – especially when it comes to booking and planning everything from accommodations to activities. You’ll find Klook useful, then, for reliable and easy bookings for your upcoming trips to Bangkok and beyond.
Some extra perks: there’s a myriad of deals you can find on the platform so your trip doesn’t have to be a pricey affair. Score discounts up to 45% off local attractions in the city with the Bangkok and Pattaya Klook Pass.
Upon landing in the city, there’s no need to think twice about how to navigate the city’s public transport system; just get an airport transfer that’ll take you right to your hotel. For the freedom to explore beyond the city with your buddies or family, rent a car to haul those tired legs and shopping bags back.
Needless to say, you’ll be able to find pretty much everything you need for a fuss-free holiday to Bangkok.
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Cover image adapted from: S31 Sukhumvit Hotel, Pullman Bangkok King Power via Google Maps, Akara Hotel Bangkok
Originally published on 26th September 2022. Last updated by Raewyn Koh on 26th May 2024.
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