🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
Apple Holiday Inn
📍 713, ซ.ลาดพร้าว 101 (แยก 21) ถ.ลาดพร้าว, Bangkok, 10310
Your stay — Apple Holiday Inn
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The Property — Apple Holiday Inn
The Apple Holiday Inn is a straightforward, mid-range hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 11, a few minutes’ walk from Nana BTS station. The lobby is small but functional, with marble floors, a front desk that is efficient rather than effusive, and a small seating area. The rooms are clean, dated in a pleasant early-2000s way, and the USP is location: you are right in the thick of Sukhumvit’s nightlife and restaurant scene, but far enough down the soi that street noise is manageable. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a reliable base for exploring central Bangkok and don’t need resort amenities.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok was founded in 1782 as the new capital of Siam under King Rama I, who moved the seat of power across the river from Thonburi. The city grew along the Chao Phraya River, originally a network of canals that earned it the nickname 'Venice of the East.' The 19th and 20th centuries saw rapid modernisation – western-style palaces, grand boulevards, and the first skyscrapers rising from the 1980s. Today, Bangkok is a frenetic metropolis of 10 million people, where golden temples sit beside gleaming malls, and street-food stalls thrive under elevated rail lines. Its modern identity is a mix of deep-rooted tradition, consumerist energy, and a fiercely independent cultural scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
November and December: dry season, cooler temperatures (25-30°C), low humidity, and the city is decorated for the New Year. January is also excellent, though slightly cooler.
Peak / festival surge
April (Songkran, Thai New Year, 13-15 April): the hottest month (35-40°C) but the city erupts in countrywide water fights. Hotel prices can double; book weeks ahead. December-January is also peak for foreign tourists, with high occupancy and premium rates.
Budget shoulder season
February and May: February has decent weather and lower crowds; May is the start of the rainy season, so you get discounts (prices 20-30% lower) and sparse queues, though expect afternoon downpours.
Weather & packing
Bangkok is essentially always hot and humid, with a brief 'cool' season from December to February. Pack light cotton clothes, a rain jacket or umbrella year-round, and comfortable walking shoes – you will walk miles on hot pavement.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- The BTS Skytrain's Sukhumvit Line extension to Khu Khot is fully operational, making access to central Bangkok easier from Soi 11's Nana station, but expect crowded trains until 9pm most days.
- The new Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC) reopened its main gallery in March 2026 after a year of renovations; worth a visit for contemporary Thai art.
- Ongoing roadworks on Sukhumvit Road near Asok junction may cause taxi delays; use the BTS or MRT to avoid traffic during the rainy season's late afternoon downpours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Apple Holiday Inn, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 7, facing away from Ladprao Road (towards the inner courtyard or rear sois). These mid-floors avoid street-level din and top-floor heat, and the single lift means less traffic at this height.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3: street noise from Ladprao Road (a major Bangkok artery) is loudest here, and the lift lobby and service areas often sit on these levels, causing clatter. Also avoid any room directly facing the street on any floor — the address on Soi Lat Phrao 101 (a busy sub-soi) still gets constant motorbike and truck rumble.
Best views
Best view is from upper rear-facing rooms (floors 5-7, even numbers): you'll look over low-rise shophouses and residential sois of Bang Kapi, with a glimpse of greenery from nearby Benjakitti Park if you crane left. Street-front rooms just see the 6-lane Ladprao Road and concrete flyover — not worth requesting.
Quietest floors
Floors 4-7 are the quietest. They're high enough to mute street noise but below any rooftop equipment (common on 3-star Bangkok hotels). Request a rear-facing room (odd-numbered rooms often face the soi, evens the back).
🔊 Noise notes
Ladprao Road is a major Bangkok artery with heavy traffic 6am-midnight. Soi Lat Phrao 101 itself has motorbike taxis, street vendors (carts rattling from 5am), and occasional late-night karaoke bars. The single lift is slow and creaky — you'll hear it from adjacent rooms. Request a room away from the lift shaft.
Insider tips
1) Check in after 3pm when the afternoon street-food stalls on Soi 101 have cleared — you'll avoid the smoky grill smell that drifts into lower-floor rooms. 2) Ask for a room on floor 5 or 6, rear-facing, and bring earplugs anyway: the hotel's thin walls don't block the ever-present Bangkok hum. There's no on-site parking; use the public lot behind the 7-Eleven on Ladprao Road.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Apple Holiday Inn
Free Wi-Fi for all guests – download speed approx. 15 Mbps, upload 5 Mbps. Login via room number and surname.
One lift serves all 6 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary Bangkok Post and The Nation newspapers in lobby. No digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag-drop allowed from 08:00. Late check-out till 12:00 free, then 200 THB per hour until 18:00 (subject to availability).
Complimentary at front desk for day-of check-in and check-out.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift serves all floors. Wheelchair-accessible rooms available on request. No grab bars in bathrooms in standard rooms.
On-site free parking for 20 cars (first-come, first-served). Nearest public car park at The Mall Bangkapi, 1 km east, 20 THB/hour. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit equal to first night required for booking. Incidental hold of 500 THB per night at check-in via credit card or cash.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดบึงทองหลาง (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
อิมพีเรียลเวิลด์ ลาดพร้าว — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
สวนสุขภาพ — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
7-Eleven — 189 m · ~2 min walk
มหาดไทย — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other money exchange booths in central areas; avoid airport counters where rates are notably worse.
Cards accepted in hotels, malls, and chain restaurants; street stalls and local shops expect cash or PromptPay QR (needs Thai bank account).
Not expected but appreciated: leave small change at restaurants, round up taxi fares (20–50 baht), tip hotel staff 20–50 baht for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced black coffee from market stalls or 7-Eleven: 25–40 baht.
Plate of pad thai or rice with stir-fry at a local food court: 50–80 baht.
Main dish at a basic Thai restaurant: 80–120 baht.
Khao San Road or small soi stalls near universities for grilled meats, som tam, and noodle soups from 40 baht.
Tesco Lotus, Big C, and mini-marts like 7-Eleven are common in this area.
Chatuchak Weekend Market (nearby by BTS) for cheap clothes; Pratunam Market for wholesale basics.
Cheapest local way: bus (8–20 baht). Budget from airport: Airport Rail Link (45 baht to Phaya Thai) then BTS. Day pass: BTS SkyTrain day pass (150 baht) or stored-value card.
Eat at food courts in malls like MBK or CentralWorld for clean, cheap meals. Refill water bottles at 7-Eleven (free hot water for noodles, too). Negotiate for tuk-tuks only after confirming meter or set a flat price before starting.
Good to know — Bangkok
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.41 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bangkok, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Apple Holiday Inn
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) → Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort (Saphan Taksin BTS)
💡 Most economical option. Get off at Saphan Taksin BTS station, then take free hotel shuttle boat or short walk. Avoid peak hours (7-9 AM, 5-7 PM).
City Center / Anywhere on BTS network → Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort (Saphan Taksin Station)
💡 Essential for daily exploration. Get BTS Rabbit Card for convenience. Saphan Taksin station connects directly to hotel's private pier for Chao Phraya river access.
Suvarnabhumi / Don Mueang Airport → Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort
💡 Cheapest option but slowest. Route S1 (BKK) connects to city center. Combine with BTS for direct hotel access. Not recommended for heavy luggage.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) / Don Mueang Airport (DMK) → Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort
💡 Use official taxi stands outside baggage claim to avoid scams. Insist on meter usage. Consider Grab app for fixed pricing and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Apple Holiday Inn?
Request a room on floors 4 through 7, facing away from Ladprao Road (towards the inner courtyard or rear sois). These mid-floors avoid street-level din and top-floor heat, and the single lift means less traffic at this height.
Which rooms should I avoid at Apple Holiday Inn?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3: street noise from Ladprao Road (a major Bangkok artery) is loudest here, and the lift lobby and service areas often sit on these levels, causing clatter. Also avoid any room directly facing the street on any floor — the address on Soi Lat Phrao 101 (a busy sub-soi) still gets constant motorbike and truck rumble.
Is Apple Holiday Inn noisy?
Ladprao Road is a major Bangkok artery with heavy traffic 6am-midnight. Soi Lat Phrao 101 itself has motorbike taxis, street vendors (carts rattling from 5am), and occasional late-night karaoke bars. The single lift is slow and creaky — you'll hear it from adjacent rooms. Request a room away from the lift shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Apple Holiday Inn?
Best view is from upper rear-facing rooms (floors 5-7, even numbers): you'll look over low-rise shophouses and residential sois of Bang Kapi, with a glimpse of greenery from nearby Benjakitti Park if you crane left. Street-front rooms just see the 6-lane Ladprao Road and concrete flyover — not worth requesting.
What are insider tips for staying at Apple Holiday Inn?
1) Check in after 3pm when the afternoon street-food stalls on Soi 101 have cleared — you'll avoid the smoky grill smell that drifts into lower-floor rooms. 2) Ask for a room on floor 5 or 6, rear-facing, and bring earplugs anyway: the hotel's thin walls don't block the ever-present Bangkok hum. There's no on-site parking; use the public lot behind the 7-Eleven on Ladprao Road.
What time is check-in at Apple Holiday Inn?
Check-in at Apple Holiday Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Apple Holiday Inn have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests – download speed approx. 15 Mbps, upload 5 Mbps. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Apple Holiday Inn?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Apple Holiday Inn?
Plate of pad thai or rice with stir-fry at a local food court: 50–80 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Apple Holiday Inn?
Cheapest local way: bus (8–20 baht). Budget from airport: Airport Rail Link (45 baht to Phaya Thai) then BTS. Day pass: BTS SkyTrain day pass (150 baht) or stored-value card.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November and December: dry season, cooler temperatures (25-30°C), low humidity, and the city is decorated for the New Year. January is also excellent, though slightly cooler.
Top Attractions in Bangkok
💡 Come after 7pm when it comes alive. Avoid the overpriced smoothie stands on the main strip; walk one block to Soi Rambuttri for the same quality at half the price.
💡 Rent a paddleboat on the lake for 40 baht per 30 minutes. The lizards are harmless but keep kids away — they can grow over 2 metres long.
💡 Arrive by 9am to avoid the midday crush. Bring cash — most stalls don't take cards. Section 2 has the best cheap eats under 50 baht.
💡 The massage school is in the southern zone; no appointment needed, just queue. Entry is 300 baht, but the massage is a separate cost.
💡 Go at 8.30am when gates open to dodge the tour groups and heat. Dress covering shoulders and knees or you'll be refused entry — rental sarongs are available near the entrance.