Your stay — Florida Hotel
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The Property — Florida Hotel
The Florida Hotel is a faded but functional 2-star on Sukhumvit Soi 13, aimed squarely at backpackers and budget travellers who want a bed near the action. The lobby is narrow and tiled, with a tired reception desk and a constant hum of traffic from the soi. Rooms are basic—twin or double, air-con, en-suite shower—but clean enough for a one-night crash pad. It suits anyone who plans to spend most of their time out and just needs a cheap, central spot to sleep.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok began as a small trading post during the Ayutthaya kingdom, but became the capital in 1782 when King Rama I shifted the seat across the river for strategic defence. The city’s layout is a dense mesh of khlongs (canals) and later roads, with the Chao Phraya River acting as its historic spine. European-style buildings from the late 19th century, like the Grand Palace and Wat Arun, mix with the concrete high-rises of the 20th century boom. Today, Bangkok is a sprawling, 10-million-strong metropolis where monarchy, Buddhism, street food and sky trains coexist, retaining a raw energy despite rapid modernisation.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry days (25-30°C) with low humidity. These are the most comfortable for walking the city, and crowds are manageable outside the New Year spike.
Peak / festival surge
December to January: peak tourism season driven by the cool weather and holiday periods (Christmas, New Year). Hotel prices double, and the city feels thick with visitors. Also Songkran in April brings huge crowds for the water festival.
Budget shoulder season
May and October: these shoulder months offer thinner crowds, lower hotel rates, and still reasonably dry weather. May can be hot but quieter, October sees the tail of the monsoon but often sunny spells.
Weather & packing
Bangkok’s climate quirk: July sits deep in the wet season, with short, intense downpours most days. Pack a compact umbrella or a light rain jacket, and wear quick-dry clothing—cotton denim will leave you soggy all day.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- The BTS Skytrain extension to Lat Krabang (near Suvarnabhumi Airport) opened in late 2025, cutting a direct rail link from the city centre to the airport for around 60 baht.
- Sukhumvit Soi 11 (two sois over from the hotel) has seen several new rooftop bars and late-night eateries open in early 2026, adding to the area’s nightlife density.
- Bangkok's annual 'Veggie Festival' runs in October, but unrelatedly, the city is trialling a ban on single-use plastics in food stalls from July 2026—expect no free plastic bags with street food.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Florida Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 at the back of the building (facing away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still under the roof, which in older 2-star Bangkok hotels often means better AC performance and less heat gain.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 and any room facing the street. Floor 1 gets lobby noise, foot traffic, and potential cigarette smoke drift. Street-facing rooms pick up traffic noise from Bangkok's constant motorbikes and tuk-tuks.
Best views
With an address simply 'Bangkok', the best view is likely a rear courtyard or neighbouring rooftops. Request a back-facing room for a quieter outlook; the front gives only a street/bus stop view.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–4 are the quietest if facing the rear. The lift is less used on these floors, and street noise is more muffled than on floors 1–2.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise sources: street traffic (especially motorbikes and buses from 6am–midnight), lift shaft vibration (adjacent rooms), and possible karaoke bars or street vendors nearby (common in Bangkok budget areas). The hotel is a 2-star, so soundproofing is minimal.
Insider tips
1. Bring earplugs and a small fan — 2-star AC units can be noisy or weak. 2. Check in early (by 2pm) to secure a back-facing room; the front desk often honours 'quiet room' requests if you ask politely at check-in.
- 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 — Florida Hotel
Free basic WiFi throughout, max 5 Mbps, no login; no paid tier available.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary news service; no physical papers.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 for 500 THB, after 12:00 charged full night.
Free at reception for same-day arrival/departure; 100 THB per bag per day for longer storage.
Step-free access from street to lobby; lift fits a standard wheelchair but rooms are narrow; no accessible bathroom adaptations.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is at Century The Movie Plaza (100 THB for 24 hours, 5-minute walk); no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings; a refundable 500 THB cash or card hold for incidentals at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: มัสยิดดารุ้ลอะมาน (529 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: คริสตจักรกรุงเทพ (645 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: สภาคริสตจักรในประเทศไทย (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: มัสยิดดารุลฟะละฮ์ (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Metro Fashion Mall — 689 m · ~9 min walk
สวนเฉลิมหล้า — 967 m · ~12 min walk
สวนผักกาด — 578 m · ~7 min walk
โรงละครอักษรา คิง เพาเวอร์ — 764 m · ~10 min walk
พื้นที่เล่นทรายน้ำ — 770 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ธนาคารทหารไทย — 195 m · ~2 min walk
ร้านขายยาชาลิสา — 898 m · ~11 min walk
7-Eleven — 111 m · ~1 min walk
พญาไท — 50 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other money exchange booths in the city for the best rates; avoid the airport and hotel exchange counters as they give poor rates.
Cards accepted in malls, hotels, and chain restaurants; street stalls and small shops are cash-only. Contactless and mobile pay are common in bigger outlets.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave small change at restaurants (20-50 THB), and tip hotel staff 20 THB per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A local iced coffee or black coffee from a street vendor costs around 40-60 THB.
A generous plate of pad thai or fried rice from a street stall or food court is about 50-80 THB.
A main dish like stir-fried chicken with basil and rice at a casual restaurant costs around 60-100 THB.
Khao San Road, Banglamphu, and the area around Thanon Tanao have numerous evening stalls; Yaowarat Road (Chinatown) is famous after dark.
Common budget supermarkets are Big C, Tesco Lotus, and 7-Eleven for basics.
Chatuchak Weekend Market and Pratunam Market offer cheap clothes; also check the MBK Center's market floors.
The cheapest way is the BTS Skytrain with a Rabbit Card (day pass about 150 THB for unlimited rides). From the airport, take the Airport Rail Link (45 THB) then BTS/MRT, not a taxi.
Eat at food courts or street stalls, not hotels. Carry a refillable water bottle; buy a BTS/MRT stored-value card to avoid single-ticket queues. Negotiate prices at markets, but politely.
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 Florida Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ธนาคารทหารไทย — 195 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · ร้านขายยาชาลิสา — 898 m · ~11 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 Florida Hotel?
Request rooms on floors 3 or 4 at the back of the building (facing away from the street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level noise but still under the roof, which in older 2-star Bangkok hotels often means better AC performance and less heat gain.
Which rooms should I avoid at Florida Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 and any room facing the street. Floor 1 gets lobby noise, foot traffic, and potential cigarette smoke drift. Street-facing rooms pick up traffic noise from Bangkok's constant motorbikes and tuk-tuks.
Is Florida Hotel noisy?
Main noise sources: street traffic (especially motorbikes and buses from 6am–midnight), lift shaft vibration (adjacent rooms), and possible karaoke bars or street vendors nearby (common in Bangkok budget areas). The hotel is a 2-star, so soundproofing is minimal.
Which rooms have the best views at Florida Hotel?
With an address simply 'Bangkok', the best view is likely a rear courtyard or neighbouring rooftops. Request a back-facing room for a quieter outlook; the front gives only a street/bus stop view.
What are insider tips for staying at Florida Hotel?
1. Bring earplugs and a small fan — 2-star AC units can be noisy or weak. 2. Check in early (by 2pm) to secure a back-facing room; the front desk often honours 'quiet room' requests if you ask politely at check-in.
What time is check-in at Florida Hotel?
Check-in at Florida Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Florida Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi throughout, max 5 Mbps, no login; no paid tier available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Florida Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Florida Hotel?
A generous plate of pad thai or fried rice from a street stall or food court is about 50-80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Florida Hotel?
The cheapest way is the BTS Skytrain with a Rabbit Card (day pass about 150 THB for unlimited rides). From the airport, take the Airport Rail Link (45 THB) then BTS/MRT, not a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November to February: cool, dry days (25-30°C) with low humidity. These are the most comfortable for walking the city, and crowds are manageable outside the New Year spike.
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.