Formerly a quiet area with just a few budget guest houses, Khao San Road
in the district of Banglamphsu is rapidly becoming an alternative Bangkok
attraction and a "must do" on the backpacker and GAP student trail. Cheap
guest houses, street cafes, markets, boutiques, bars and lots of young
travellers on route to Thailand's tropical beaches provide a colourful
enclave in this old part of Bangkok. .
Sights and Sounds
Over the last few years the area has gained popularity following the
success of the novel and film "The Beach" which features Khao San Road.
(Although actually filmed in Manila as the real Khao San Road was not
considered 'realistic enough'). The days of Brahmin bulls freely wandering
around the streets have long given way to souvenirs, air-conditioned shops
and CD stalls, but the area is still interesting to walk around.
Much of Khao San is very untypical of Bangkok with video cafes filled
with international visitors, but some of the back streets nearby still
retain some of their past charm. If you're planning to visit some of
Thailand's famous beaches, this is a good place to buy your clothes, hats,
shoes, Thai handicrafts and beach gear. As well as street stalls, Banglamphu
has an extensive market for those last minute buys.
Located close to the river, its easy to go by river taxi to
Bangkok's
attractions like The Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald
Buddha) Wat Pho (Bangkok's centre for
Thai massage)
and the Royal Barges Museum. The National Gallery and Silpakorn University
Gallery are also within walking distance.
Buddy Lodge Bangkok
Buddy Lodge offers modern Thai-style accommodation with numerous facilities, including a fitness centre and rooftop pool. Situated along lively Khao San Road, it has shops, a spa and restaurants.
The Buddy Lodge is 1 km from the Grand Palace and 4 km from the MBK Shopping Mall. The Suvarnabhumi International Airport is 28 km away.
Air-conditioned rooms at Lodge Buddy feature private balconies and dark wood furnishings. For convenience, guests have the use of a safe and fridge. Marble bathrooms have a hairdryer and toiletries. Wi-Fi is available.
Guests can lounge by the rooftop pool with a cocktail from the poolside bar. Relaxing massages and beauty treatments await guests at Kinaree spa. To unwind, sauna and steam baths are available.
Dining options at Buddy’s include the 24-hour Mulligan’s Irish Pub and Brick Bar. A wide range of international dishes and Thai favourites are available at both venues. 24-hour room service is provided.
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Viengtai Hotel Bangkok
Located in Bangkok’s Banglampu, Viengtai Hotel is next to Khao San Road and offers rooms with cable TV. It features an outdoor pool overlooking the city and a restaurant.
Viengtai Hotel is within walking distance to the Chao Phraya River, the Royal Grand Palace and the Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Po Buddhist Temples.
Each air-conditioned room at the Viengtai comes with an attached bathroom, minibar and work desk. Connecting rooms are available upon request.
The outdoor pool is open throughout the day and a free towel is provided. Free parking is available at the hotel.
An American buffet breakfast and is served at the Rosirin Buffet Restaurant. Thai and international dishes are available at the Rosirin Coffee Shop.
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A very good but inexpensive hotel near Khao San Road Sakul House
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Formerly a quiet area with just a few budget guest houses, Khao San Road
in the district of Banglamphsu is rapidly becoming an alternative Bangkok
attraction and a "must do" on the backpacker and GAP student trail. Cheap
guest houses, street cafes, markets, boutiques, bars and lots of young
travellers on route to Thailand's tropical beaches provide a colourful
enclave in this old part of Bangkok. .
Buddy Lodge Bangkok
Viengtai Hotel Bangkok