Haunted hotels in Bangkok
Thailand isn’t just famous for its night markets and themed cafes; it’s also home to a pretty solid horror culture. This includes Thai horror movies that make Hollywood films seem cheerful in comparison, and real-life ghost tales locals swear by. So, if you’re a fellow daredevil yourself, why not go all in and book a stay at one of these haunted hotels in Bangkok?
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Why stay at a haunted hotel in Bangkok?
“Why on earth would I stay at a haunted hotel?” you may ask. Maybe… just maybe, the thought of sharing a room with something otherworldly sounds more thrilling than terrifying to you. Or you’re just a true-crime fan hooked on backstories tied to mysterious cases or local legends.
Are these hotels in Bangkok really haunted?
Like most horror stories, a lot of Bangkok’s haunted hotel tales come from a mix of urban legends and tragic incidents. The first 6 hotels on this list actually have some weight behind their ghostly claims – with real-life tragedies, accidents, and past recounts floating online. If you’re planning a stay, remember to be respectful and maybe skip the whole “taunting the spirits” thing to avoid claiming any negative energy.
The final hotel on this list got its haunted rep mostly from internet rumours that snowballed into urban legend status. Well, the only way to truly find out is to check into one of these haunted hotels yourself when you’re in Bangkok. Of course, don’t forget to take everything you see or read on the internet with a pinch of salt.
1. Baiyoke Sky Hotel
Accident that caused 3 billboard installers to fall from the 69th floor
Image credit: AFP
The Baiyoke Sky Hotel is probably one of the first places locals will name-drop when it comes to haunted hotels in Bangkok. Back in 2012, tragedy struck when 3 billboard installers tragically fell 69 floors to their deaths after the platform they were standing on suddenly gave way.
Image adapted from: r/ThailandTourism via Reddit, Vocal Media
Since then, the hotel’s been the subject of countless ghost stories – from shadowy figures spotted by the windows to guests describing an ominous presence. Some even claim to hear strange rattling noises at night, adding to the hotel’s eerie rep.
Image credit: Baiyoke Sky Hotel
On a more positive note, the place is well-known for its observatory on the 84th floor, where you’ll get panoramic views of Bangkok’s skyline. A stay here starts from S$70.71/night, and it’s located near Platinum Fashion Mall, one of the best shopping malls in Bangkok.
Book a stay at Baiyoke Sky Hotel.
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2. First House Hotel Bangkok
Singaporeans among 13 dead in hotel fire
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First House Hotel Bangkok is another spot that often pops up in conversations about haunted hotels in Thailand. Back in 1988, a massive fire broke out here, leaving 36 people injured and tragically claiming 13 lives. 7 of them were Singaporeans, including Singaporean singer Shi Ni, whose death shocked fans back home. You can read more about the tragic accident on NLB’s Lianhe Zaobao archive page.
Since then, guests have reported strange happenings, such as “lights flickering on and off with a huge bang each time”. Spooky stuff indeed.
Image credit: First House Hotel Bangkok via Google Maps
A night’s stay here starts from S$44.82, and it’s located near Pratunam Market if you’re on the hunt for cheap clothes and knick-knacks.
Book a stay at First House Hotel Bangkok.
3. The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam
Numerous reviews on Tripadvisor about the hotel being haunted
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While there are no official reports of any tragic deaths or incidents at The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam, that hasn’t stopped guests from sharing their own creepy encounters online. A quick stroll through TripAdvisor and you’ll find stories of doorbells mysteriously ringing in the middle of the night – with no one outside – and sightings of a woman draped in white wandering the corridors.
Image credit: The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam via Google Maps
A stay here starts from S$106.76/night. The hotel is also a 10-minute walk away from centralwOrld, 1 of Asia’s biggest malls.
Book a stay at The Berkeley Hotel Pratunam.
4. The Gravitique Hotel Khaosan
Fire that tragically claimed the lives of 3 foreigners
Image credit: Thai News
The Gravitique Hotel Khao San – formerly known as The Ember Hotel – made headlines in December 2024 after a fire broke out, claiming the lives of 3 tourists. What made the incident even more heartbreaking was that one of the victims had just gotten engaged to her boyfriend the week prior. The case is still being investigated at the time of writing.
Given how many “haunted hotel” stories are tied to untimely deaths, it’s not hard to imagine this hotel eventually gaining a reputation of its own in Bangkok’s horror circuit.
Image credit: Dinso Mon Hotel
A night’s stay starts from S$68, and the hotel is located near Khao San Road – a popular hangout spot for backpackers to get their fix of street food, late-night massages, and alcohol.
Book a stay at The Gravitique Hotel Khaosan.
5. Asia Hotel Bangkok
Spooky anecdotes & an ominous vibe
Image credit: Asia Hotel Bangkok via Google Maps
Over at Asia Hotel Bangkok, guests have shared plenty of spine-chilling encounters – from wailing sounds in the bathroom to weird noises in the dead of night.
A lot of these ghost stories seem to tie back to the hotel’s “dim orange lighting and old-school architecture,” which only adds to the eerie atmosphere. On the bright side, prices are wallet-friendly, with rates starting from S$52.77/night for an Executive Twin Room, which has 2 twin beds.
Image credit: MBK Centre via Google Maps
It’s also conveniently connected to Ratchathewi Station on the BTS, so you’re just minutes away from places like Siam and MBK Center.
Book a stay at the Asia Hotel Bangkok.
6. Grand Hyatt Erawan
Poisoning incident that claimed the lives of 6 tourists
Image credit: Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok via Google Maps
The Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok made headlines in July 2024 when 6 guests lost their lives by cyanide poisoning. Authorities suspected the poisoning was linked to a dispute over a failed investment, suggesting a possible murder scenario gone wrong. This was a high-profile case, and investigations are still ongoing today.
Whether or not the hotel is haunted after the incident remains up for debate, but if you’re curious enough to find out, a night’s stay here starts from S$256.42.
Book a stay at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok.
7. Bangkok Palace Hotel
Near the site of one of Thailand’s deadliest man-made disasters
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The Bangkok Palace Hotel is an affordable stay, with prices starting from S$42.20/night. It’s also just a 15-minute drive to Siam Paragon.
But what gives this hotel its eerie reputation is its proximity to a tragedy that happened in 1990. Just a few blocks away, a gas tanker crashed at the intersection of New Phetchaburi Road and Witthayu Road, sparking a massive fire that claimed the lives of 88 people.
With the hotel just a couple of blocks away from the site, many believe that it’s possible the souls of the dead may be roaming around the entrance or have even made their way in.
Book a stay at the Bangkok Palace Hotel.
Bonus: Sathorn Unique Tower
Also popularly known as “Ghost Tower”
Image credit: Architectural Digest
The Southern Unique Tower isn’t a hotel, but rather an abandoned 47-story skyscraper that’s practically legendary in Bangkok’s urban myth scene. Construction stopped during the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis, leaving the building in a half-finished, eerie limbo. What really cemented its spooky reputation, though, was the tragic incident of a Swedish backpacker who hanged himself on the 43rd floor in 2014.
Would you dare to check out these haunted hotels in Bangkok?
So there you have it, a list of hotels to check out the next time you visit Thailand. From hotels with spooky vibes to ones with ghostly backstories, these spots definitely aren’t for the faint of heart.
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Cover image adapted from: AFP, Asia Hotel Bangkok via Google Maps
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