Your stay — Nonsi Residence
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The Property — Nonsi Residence
Nonsi Residence is a straightforward three-star serviced apartment block in the Sathorn area, a business district south of the river bend. The lobby feels like a clean, quiet break from Bangkok’s street noise – tiled floors, a small seating area, polite reception staff. Rooms are functional and spacious by central Bangkok standards, with kitchenettes and separate living spaces. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want self-catering basics, easy access to the BTS Skytrain (Chong Nonsi station is a 10-minute walk) and don’t need hotel fluff like a pool or restaurant.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok began as a small trading post during the Ayutthaya kingdom and became capital in 1782, after the fall of Ayutthaya, when King Rama I moved the seat across the river. The city’s layout follows the old canal network, with the Chao Phraya River as the backbone; most early growth was along waterways. The 19th and 20th centuries brought European-style buildings – the Grand Palace complex mixes Thai, Khmer and European elements – and later high-rises. Today, Bangkok is a dense, hyper-modern megacity of 11 million, where traditional Buddhist temples stand alongside glass towers and sprawling shopping malls. Its cultural identity is defined by extreme contrasts: street food vendors under elevated trains, luxury malls next to canals, and a constant negotiation between tradition and development.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry season with average highs of 30°C, lower humidity, and manageable tourism. December and January offer the most comfortable conditions for walking and sightseeing.
Peak / festival surge
April for Songkran (Thai New Year, 13-15 April) – water fights across the city. Hotel prices can jump 30-50% in peak season (December-February) and during Songkran. July is also busy with domestic tourism during school holidays.
Budget shoulder season
March and October: March is hot but dry with fewer tourists; October ends the rainy season with green landscapes and better hotel rates. Both offer discounts of 15-25% versus peak months.
Weather & packing
Bangkok in early July is deep in the wet season – expect daily heavy downpours, often in the afternoon, and humidity near 80%. Pack a lightweight, fast-drying raincoat and a secure dry bag for electronics; flip-flops are useless on flooded streets.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- As of mid-2025, the BTS Green Line extension to Khu Khot is running, but check for weekend maintenance closures on the Silom line near Chong Nonsi.
- The new Chao Phraya river taxi pier at Wat Muang (near Sathorn) opened in late 2024, cutting walk time from Chong Nonsi station to the riverboats.
- Air quality in Bangkok remains moderate in monsoon season (July), but the rainy period usually clears particulate levels – still worth wearing a mask on the Skytrain during peak hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Nonsi Residence, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 4 to 6, facing the rear (away from Soi Nawin). These floors sit above street-level noise but below the roof level, and the rear orientation overlooks neighbouring buildings rather than the busy soi.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground or second floor, especially those at the front. Soi Nawin is a narrow but active street with motorbikes and food stalls, and low-floor front rooms get exhaust fumes and foot traffic noise. Also avoid the floor directly above the small lobby/lift lobby — typically floor 3 — due to lift machinery hum and door-clatter.
Best views
Limited view given the low rise and narrow soi. Upper rear rooms see a patchwork of Bangkok rowhouses and treetops — not scenic but gives a sense of local life. Front rooms at floor 5+ get a sliver of the street with passing traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 6 are the quietest: far enough from street level, below roof AC units, and above the lift motor room.
🔊 Noise notes
Soi Nawin is a side road off a main drag — expect motorbike revving from 6am, food vendors setting up by 7am, and occasional tuk-tuks. At night it quiets down, but weekends bring late-night songthaews and drunk chatter from nearby bars.
Insider tips
1. Arrive after 2pm — the reception is often understaffed and earlier check-ins can wait 20+ minutes. 2. If you're bothered by street noise, ask for a room at the back and bring earplugs anyway — the walls are thin plasterboard.
- 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 — Nonsi Residence
Free WiFi for all guests; moderate speed (approx 15 Mbps) adequate for browsing and email. No login required; password provided at check-in.
A single lift serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstands. Lobby TV shows local news.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (free if room available). Late check-out until 16:00 costs 800 THB, subject to availability.
Complimentary storage for same-day arrivals/departures. Multi-day storage available at 100 THB per bag per day.
One step at main entrance (portable ramp available on request). Lift is wheelchair-accessible; no lowered counters or adapted bathrooms.
On-site parking free for guests (first-come, first-served, approx 20 spaces). No valet or EV charging. Nearest public car park is Fortune Town (500 m away) at 80 THB/hour or 400 THB/day.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no mandatory city or tourist tax for stays under 30 days).
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card required 14 days before arrival; 500 THB incidental hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: คริสตจักรเบธเอล (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: คริสตจักรความหวังกรุงเทพ (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดคลองเตยใน (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Place of worship: ศาลเจ้าพ่อเสือคลองเตย (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
มาร์เก็ตเพลส นางลิ้นจี่ — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
สวนเฉลิมพระเกียรติสมเด็จย่า — 523 m · ~7 min walk
พิพิธภัณฑ์คงเที่ยง — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
บ้านปลูกรัก — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Harborland — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ATM ธนาคารกสิกรไทย — 909 m · ~11 min walk
ช่องนนทรีย์เภสัช — 398 m · ~5 min walk
7-Eleven — 498 m · ~6 min walk
แม่น้ำ — 244 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or exchange booths on Sukhumvit; avoid airport counters and tourist-area bureaux that give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in most malls and chain restaurants; cash needed for street food, taxis, and small shops — contactless is common but not universal.
Not expected; round up taxi fares or leave small change at restaurants; 20-50 baht for hotel porters is appreciated but optional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee from a street vendor or 7-Eleven costs 25-40 baht.
Plate of pad thai or rice with curry from a food stall: 40-60 baht.
Som tam (papaya salad) with sticky rice from a street cart: 30-50 baht; local-style grilled meat skewers add 10-20 baht each.
Walk along Sukhumvit Soi 38 or the night market area near Ekkamai BTS; also the soi off Soi 22 has several carts at dinner time.
Tops Daily or Villa Market on Sukhumvit near soi 26, plus Lotus's Express and 7-Eleven for basics.
Chatuchak Weekend Market (reachable by BTS) or Pratunam wholesale market (taxi/bus) for cheap new clothes; also Union Mall for budget fashion.
BTS Skytrain day pass costs 150 baht; from Suvarnabhumi Airport take the Airport Rail Link (45 baht) to Phaya Thai then BTS to Ekkamai/Thong Lo area.
Eat at food courts in malls like The Emporium or Terminal 21 — same price as street food but with AC. Use the BTS or MRT instead of taxis during rush hour. Buy bottled water from 7-Eleven (7-10 baht) not from hotel minibars (40+ baht).
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 Nonsi Residence
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM ธนาคารกสิกรไทย — 909 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · ช่องนนทรีย์เภสัช — 398 m · ~5 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 Nonsi Residence?
Request rooms on floors 4 to 6, facing the rear (away from Soi Nawin). These floors sit above street-level noise but below the roof level, and the rear orientation overlooks neighbouring buildings rather than the busy soi.
Which rooms should I avoid at Nonsi Residence?
Avoid rooms on the ground or second floor, especially those at the front. Soi Nawin is a narrow but active street with motorbikes and food stalls, and low-floor front rooms get exhaust fumes and foot traffic noise. Also avoid the floor directly above the small lobby/lift lobby — typically floor 3 — due to lift machinery hum and door-clatter.
Is Nonsi Residence noisy?
Soi Nawin is a side road off a main drag — expect motorbike revving from 6am, food vendors setting up by 7am, and occasional tuk-tuks. At night it quiets down, but weekends bring late-night songthaews and drunk chatter from nearby bars.
Which rooms have the best views at Nonsi Residence?
Limited view given the low rise and narrow soi. Upper rear rooms see a patchwork of Bangkok rowhouses and treetops — not scenic but gives a sense of local life. Front rooms at floor 5+ get a sliver of the street with passing traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at Nonsi Residence?
1. Arrive after 2pm — the reception is often understaffed and earlier check-ins can wait 20+ minutes. 2. If you're bothered by street noise, ask for a room at the back and bring earplugs anyway — the walls are thin plasterboard.
What time is check-in at Nonsi Residence?
Check-in at Nonsi Residence is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Nonsi Residence have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests; moderate speed (approx 15 Mbps) adequate for browsing and email. No login required; password provided at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Nonsi Residence?
None (no mandatory city or tourist tax for stays under 30 days).
Where can I eat cheaply near Nonsi Residence?
Plate of pad thai or rice with curry from a food stall: 40-60 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Nonsi Residence?
BTS Skytrain day pass costs 150 baht; from Suvarnabhumi Airport take the Airport Rail Link (45 baht) to Phaya Thai then BTS to Ekkamai/Thong Lo area.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November to February: cool, dry season with average highs of 30°C, lower humidity, and manageable tourism. December and January offer the most comfortable conditions for walking and sightseeing.
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.