Bangkok Hotels

Bangkok is the capital of Thailand and, with a population of over eleven million inhabitants, by far its largest city. Its high-rise buildings, heavy traffic congestion, intense heat and naughty nightlife do not immediately give you a warm welcome — but don't let your first impression mislead you. Look for accommodation in Bangkok, or try finding hotels in Pak Kret, 18 km to the north, or Nonthaburi, 11 km to the north.

Sukhumvit

Sukhumvit is an exclusive district in Bangkok. It is home to fancy apartments, villas, restaurants, bars and clubs.

Khao San Road

Khao San Road is a small road located about a block from the Chao Phraya River at the northern side of Rattanakosin.

Rattanakosin

Rattanakosin, also known as Rattanakosin Island, is the historic centre of Bangkok, where most of Bangkok's "must see" sights can be found, including the Grand Palace and Wat Pho.

Silom

Silom is the closest Bangkok gets to Wall Street, with glistening skyscrapers all boasting the names of financial institutions.

Yaowarat & Phahurat

Yaowarat and Phahurat is Bangkok's multicultural district, located west of Silom and southeast of Rattanakosin.

Siam Square

Siam Square is Bangkok's main shopping drag and its BTS Skytrain station is often considered as the centre of the city.

Thonburi

Thonburi is a vast district that consists of the entire west bank of the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok.

Phahonyothin

Phahonyothin is centred around Phahonyothin Road, a major arterial road that starts at Victory Monument and runs parallel to and eventually merges with Viphavadi Rangsit Road in the north of Bangkok.

Pratunam

Pratunam is a shopping district in Bangkok. It is a major market area with thousands of fashion stores that sell wholesale with cheap prices guaranteed, especially if you buy in bulk.

Ratchadaphisek

Ratchadaphisek is the district that follows the northeastern portion of Ratchadaphisek Road.

Dusit

Dusit is a leafy, European-style area that is the political centre of Thailand. Its development dates back to the early 1900s …

Ramkhamhaeng

Ramkhamhaeng is a vast district that lies along Ramkhamhaeng Road, a major arterial road in eastern Bangkok.

Bangkok is the best place for cheap shopping of all kinds. They are renowned for their authentic-looking rip-off designer goods, and clothing is amazingly cheap. Best markets/places to go include: Chat Tu Chak (although it is really hot and crowded can become overwhelming), Sum Lum Night Bazaar is … Lisa W.

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When approached by a gentleman with a nice camera asking to take photos of you at some of the tourist sites, politely and firmly refuse. He is most likely a "tout" sent to take you to specific tourist sites where you'll be asked to spend a lot of your money on souvenirs and trinkets. Smile and walk … Ira C.

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Advise is to bargain for everything from the moment you get off the plane never take the price that is first offered to you. A thai friend told me to take 70 percent off what they tell you and and after working out a price you will find you you have paid 50% less then the price you where quoted. … Charmaine M.More Bangkok Tips  GeckoGo