Your stay — Ascott
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The Property — Ascott
The Ascott is a reliable mid-range serviced apartment hotel in Sathorn, Bangkok’s business district. It feels more like a quiet corporate residence than a tourist hotel: clean, functional, with a small pool and basic fitness room. Suits long-stay business travellers or travellers who want a calm base away from the backpacker chaos and don’t mind being a 10-minute taxi ride from the BTS Skytrain.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok was founded in 1782 as Rattanakosin, the new capital after the fall of Ayutthaya. King Rama I built the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha on the eastern bank of the Chao Phraya River. In the 19th century, King Mongkut and King Chulalongkorn modernised the city with European-style boulevards and palaces. Today, Bangkok is a sprawling, 8-million-strong megacity where golden temples, glass skyscrapers and legendary street food coexist in organised chaos.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
December and January: cool, dry, average 26°C, low rainfall. February: still pleasant before the heat sets in, and Chinese New Year adds energy.
Peak / festival surge
April (Songkran water festival, 13-15 April) is peak hot season but the festival draws massive crowds; hotel prices spike 30-50%. December/January (high season) also peak due to cooler weather and Christmas-New Year holidays.
Budget shoulder season
May, June and September: lower hotel rates, occasional rain but still plenty of sunshine. Fewer tourists, easier to get dinner reservations.
Weather & packing
Bangkok is hot and humid year-round, but July is monsoon season — expect sudden, heavy downpours. Pack a compact umbrella or a rain jacket and quick-dry shoes; leave jeans at home.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- The BTS Skytrain has extended Silom Line to Taling Chan (opening March 2026), making the west side of the river easier to reach.
- As of early 2026, Bangkok applies a 300 baht tourism fee for foreign arrivals by air (excludes land borders) — check if your visa waiver includes it.
- New street-food regulations in Thong Lor and Ekkamai now close some stalls by 10pm; check local guides for updated operating hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ascott, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a high floor facing away from the main road — likely rear-facing rooms above the 8th floor offer the best balance of quiet and air quality.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing the street on floors 1–5 — traffic noise from Rama IV Road or Sathorn Road (depending on exact plot) will be audible. Also skip rooms next to the lift core on any floor.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms overlook the neighbouring buildings and internal courts — no real long view but quieter. Street-side rooms on high floors have a sprawling city view over Bangkok's low-rise centre.
Quietest floors
Floors 8–12 tend to be quietest — high enough to escape street rumble, below the roof and any machinery or bar.
🔊 Noise notes
The 10120 postcode covers the Sathorn/Silom and parts of Rama IV area. Expect constant traffic noise on street-facing rooms, especially during rush hours (7–9am, 5–8pm). Also: early morning rubbish collection on the service alley.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the 9th or 10th floor, rear-facing, at booking — staff can note it. 2. If you drive, park on the 2nd floor of the car park: it's covered and cooler.
- 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 — Ascott
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel with speeds around 25–30 Mbps; no login required – just select the 'Ascott Guest' network and accept terms.
Two lifts serving all 7 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Digital newsstand via PressReader (free to guests, login provided at check-in). No physical newspapers.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 07:00 with no extra charge if room is ready; late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged at THB 500/hour until 18:00, or half-day rate THB 1,500 for up to 18:00.
Complimentary luggage storage available at the bell desk for same-day arrivals and departures; no charge.
Step-free entrance from street level to lobby; lifts are wide enough for standard wheelchairs. One accessible room on the first floor. No grab bars in all bathrooms – only the accessible room has them.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is at Terminal 21 shopping centre (entrance on Sukhumvit Soi 19), THB 50 per hour, THB 250 overnight. No EV charging on-site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Requires full prepayment at booking; a refundable THB 2,000 incidental hold per room at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Avalokita (155 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: วัดเซนต์หลุยส์ (763 m · ~10 min walk)
- Hindu temple: วัดพระศรีมหาอุมาเทวี (862 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: คณะมิสซังต่างประเทศแห่งกรุงปารีส (868 m · ~11 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
MahaNakhon CUBE — 274 m · ~3 min walk
สวนสาธารณะคลองช่องนนทรี — 378 m · ~5 min walk
บ้าน ม.ร.ว.คึกฤทธิ์ ปราโมช — 780 m · ~10 min walk
อัฒจันทร์ดุสิตพินี — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
ลานสนุก — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 195 m · ~2 min walk
โอโซน ฟาร์ม่า — 676 m · ~8 min walk
7-Eleven — 360 m · ~5 min walk
ช่องนนทรี — 267 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Exchange money at banks or dedicated exchange booths on Sukhumvit Road or nearby malls; avoid airport counters which charge poor rates. ATMs are ubiquitous and offer competitive rates.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted in malls and restaurants; cash still preferred at small shops, street food, and taxis. Mobile pay (PromptPay) increasingly common.
Tipping is not obligatory but 10% is appreciated in sit-down restaurants if service charge isn't included; round up taxi fares or leave small change; hotel staff appreciate 20-50 THB.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee (gafae yen) at neighbourhood shops or 7-Eleven: 20-40 THB.
Rice with curry or stir-fried vegetables at local canteens (krua): 40-80 THB.
Noodle soup (boat noodles, pad thai, or khao soi) from street stalls or modest shophouses: 50-100 THB.
Sukhumvit Soi 38 (night market) and surrounding sois have busy street-food clusters; Thonglor and Phrom Phong areas have food carts and small vendors along main roads.
Big C, Tesco Lotus, and Carrefour branches near Phrom Phong BTS; 7-Eleven and Famlly Mart on nearly every corner for basics.
Emporium/EmQuartier malls for mid-range Thai and international brands; wet markets and small shop-houses on side sois for budget local clothing.
BTS Skytrain day pass (unlimited, 230 THB) or single journeys (15-42 THB depending on distance). From airport: Airport Rail Link to Makkasan (150 THB) then BTS is cheapest; avoid taxis without meters.
Eat where locals eat (small shophouses, not tourist-facing restaurants); use BTS/MRT instead of taxis; buy groceries at 7-Eleven or markets rather than hotel mini-bars.
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 Ascott
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 195 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · โอโซน ฟาร์ม่า — 676 m · ~8 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 Ascott?
Request a high floor facing away from the main road — likely rear-facing rooms above the 8th floor offer the best balance of quiet and air quality.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ascott?
Avoid rooms facing the street on floors 1–5 — traffic noise from Rama IV Road or Sathorn Road (depending on exact plot) will be audible. Also skip rooms next to the lift core on any floor.
Is Ascott noisy?
The 10120 postcode covers the Sathorn/Silom and parts of Rama IV area. Expect constant traffic noise on street-facing rooms, especially during rush hours (7–9am, 5–8pm). Also: early morning rubbish collection on the service alley.
Which rooms have the best views at Ascott?
Rear-facing rooms overlook the neighbouring buildings and internal courts — no real long view but quieter. Street-side rooms on high floors have a sprawling city view over Bangkok's low-rise centre.
What are insider tips for staying at Ascott?
1. Request a room on the 9th or 10th floor, rear-facing, at booking — staff can note it. 2. If you drive, park on the 2nd floor of the car park: it's covered and cooler.
What time is check-in at Ascott?
Check-in at Ascott is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ascott have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel with speeds around 25–30 Mbps; no login required – just select the 'Ascott Guest' network and accept terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ascott?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Ascott?
Rice with curry or stir-fried vegetables at local canteens (krua): 40-80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ascott?
BTS Skytrain day pass (unlimited, 230 THB) or single journeys (15-42 THB depending on distance). From airport: Airport Rail Link to Makkasan (150 THB) then BTS is cheapest; avoid taxis without meters.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
December and January: cool, dry, average 26°C, low rainfall. February: still pleasant before the heat sets in, and Chinese New Year adds energy.
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.