Your stay — Hostel 24
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The Property — Hostel 24
Hostel 24 is a no-frills but impeccably clean backpacker spot in central Bangkok, with a bright, functional lobby that feels more like a polished student hall than a party hostel. Dorms are tight but well-ventilated, and the private rooms offer better value than most budget guesthouses nearby. It suits solo travellers and small groups who want to spend money on food and sightseeing rather than accommodation.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok began as a small trading post under the Ayutthaya Kingdom before King Rama I made it the capital in 1782, building the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew. The city expanded rapidly in the 19th and 20th centuries, with canals being filled for roads and Chinese shophouses forming the core of Yaowarat. Today, its skyline mixes golden temple spires and glass towers, and the city hums with markets, street food, and a creative energy that draws millions each year.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
November, December, January – lower humidity, cooler evenings, and clear skies; Chinese New Year crowds are manageable outside Chinatown.
Peak / festival surge
April (Songkran festival) and December (peak tourist season); hotel prices double; Songkran brings street water fights citywide and fills every room.
Budget shoulder season
May, June, September – monsoon rains keep numbers down, but you get quieter temples and discounts up to 40% on dorms; expect afternoon downpours that usually clear by evening.
Weather & packing
Bangkok is hot and humid year-round, but July is deep in the rainy season, so a compact umbrella is essential. Pack moisture-wicking clothes and a pair of sandals that dry quickly – soaked trainers are miserable here.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- The BTS Skytrain's new Gold Line extension now connects Krung Thon Buri to Wongwian Yai, easing access to western riverside areas.
- Bangkok's new 'Central Park' (Benjakitti Forest Park) expansion opened in late 2024 – a 280-rai wetland with elevated walkways and a lake, good for a calm afternoon.
- The city is trialling a 24-hour public bus lane on Ratchadamnoen Avenue, speeding up cross-town journeys during peak hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostel 24, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing away from Sukhumvit Soi 93. These mid-level rooms avoid both street rumble and roof-top equipment noise, and the backside looks onto quieter residential alleys.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and breakfast area – chair scraping and chatter) and any room facing Sukhumvit Soi 93 (constant motorbike, taxi, and late-night street-food cart noise). Also skip the top floor (floor 7 or 8 if there's no lift beyond that) – thin roof and possible water-tank hum.
Best views
From the rear side of the hotel, you get a view over the low-rise residential soi – rooftops, potted plants, local life. No landmark vista, but calm. Front rooms give you the concrete face of a 7-Eleven and constant traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6, rear side of the building.
🔊 Noise notes
Sukhumvit Soi 93 is a busy feeder road: motorbike taxis revving from the BTS Bearing stop (400m walk), songthaews, late-night food carts at the mouth of the soi, and occasional construction on the new condo blocks. The BTS Skytrain track is about 500m away – you'll hear the rumble if the wind blows right, but it's not direct.
Insider tips
Check in after 2pm – the reception is small and tends to get backed up with early arrivals. There's no on-site parking, but the soi has ample street parking for motorcycles; for cars, use the pay lot at Bearing BTS station (20 baht/hour). Ask at reception for a room with a balcony if you smoke or want to air clothes – not all rooms have them.
- 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 — Hostel 24
Free for all guests. Speed is about 20 Mbps down/8 Mbps up; reliable for email and browsing, but slow for streaming. No login – just select 'Hostel 24'.
Yes, one lift serves all five floors. No stairs-only sections.
No newspapers or digital newsstand. The lobby has a book-swap shelf.
Standard check-in from 14:00. You can drop bags from 07:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs 200 THB; after 12:00 is a full night's charge.
Free for guests on check-in day and check-out day. Longer storage (e.g., if you leave and return) is 100 THB per bag per day.
No step-free entry – there is a single step at the main door. Lift is small (73 cm wide door) and cannot fit a standard wheelchair. No accessible rooms or bathrooms.
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is 'Sukhumvit 93 Parking' at 1/1 Soi Sukhumvit 93 (200 metres), open 06:00-23:00, 40 THB per hour or 250 THB overnight (22:00-06:00). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A deposit of one night's stay is taken at booking; at check-in a 500 THB refundable incidental hold is placed on a credit card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดบุญรอดธรรมาราม (1.7 km · ~22 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดใต้ (2.0 km · ~25 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
The Phyll — 694 m · ~9 min walk
Museum of the Heart Lantern — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 983 m · ~12 min walk
7-Eleven — 63 m · ~1 min walk
บางจาก — 340 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use bank exchange booths in central malls or SuperRich for best rates; avoid airport desks and tourist-area bureaux which give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in mid-range shops and restaurants; cash still king at street stalls, taxis, and small eateries; contactless common but not universal.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares by 10-20 baht, leave 20-50 baht in restaurants (if no service charge), 20 baht for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced black coffee from a street cart or 7-Eleven — 25-40 baht.
Rice with stir-fry or curry at a local food stall — 40-60 baht.
Pad Thai or fried rice from a street vendor — 40-60 baht for a portion.
Along Sukhumvit Soi 71-101 and near Bang Na BTS station; look for busy stalls with Thai signage.
Big C and Tesco Lotus Express are the budget supermarkets here.
Mega Bangna shopping mall has affordable high-street brands; Pratunam market (via BTS) for even cheaper finds.
BTS Skytrain (17-58 baht per trip) is the best value; from Suvarnabhumi Airport take the Airport Rail Link (45 baht) then connect to BTS at Phaya Thai.
Eat at street stalls rather than air-conditioned restaurants; use BTS day pass (150 baht) if making 4+ trips; buy water at 7-Eleven (7 baht).
Good to know — Bangkok
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.31 · 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 Hostel 24
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 983 m · ~12 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 Hostel 24?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing away from Sukhumvit Soi 93. These mid-level rooms avoid both street rumble and roof-top equipment noise, and the backside looks onto quieter residential alleys.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostel 24?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and breakfast area – chair scraping and chatter) and any room facing Sukhumvit Soi 93 (constant motorbike, taxi, and late-night street-food cart noise). Also skip the top floor (floor 7 or 8 if there's no lift beyond that) – thin roof and possible water-tank hum.
Is Hostel 24 noisy?
Sukhumvit Soi 93 is a busy feeder road: motorbike taxis revving from the BTS Bearing stop (400m walk), songthaews, late-night food carts at the mouth of the soi, and occasional construction on the new condo blocks. The BTS Skytrain track is about 500m away – you'll hear the rumble if the wind blows right, but it's not direct.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostel 24?
From the rear side of the hotel, you get a view over the low-rise residential soi – rooftops, potted plants, local life. No landmark vista, but calm. Front rooms give you the concrete face of a 7-Eleven and constant traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostel 24?
Check in after 2pm – the reception is small and tends to get backed up with early arrivals. There's no on-site parking, but the soi has ample street parking for motorcycles; for cars, use the pay lot at Bearing BTS station (20 baht/hour). Ask at reception for a room with a balcony if you smoke or want to air clothes – not all rooms have them.
What time is check-in at Hostel 24?
Check-in at Hostel 24 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostel 24 have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. Speed is about 20 Mbps down/8 Mbps up; reliable for email and browsing, but slow for streaming. No login – just select 'Hostel 24'.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostel 24?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostel 24?
Rice with stir-fry or curry at a local food stall — 40-60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostel 24?
BTS Skytrain (17-58 baht per trip) is the best value; from Suvarnabhumi Airport take the Airport Rail Link (45 baht) then connect to BTS at Phaya Thai.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November, December, January – lower humidity, cooler evenings, and clear skies; Chinese New Year crowds are manageable outside Chinatown.
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.