Your stay — Picnic Hotel
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The Property — Picnic Hotel
The Picnic Hotel is a cheerful 3-star in the Pratunam shopping district, dressed in bright pops of lime green and tangerine. It feels more like a clean, fun capsule hostel for adults than a stuffy budget hotel: the lobby is compact, staff are briskly friendly, and guests tend to head straight out onto the streets. The USP is location and price — you’re three minutes from Platinum Fashion Mall and the Baiyoke Sky elevator, but the rooms are small and the windows face other buildings. It suits savvy shoppers who plan to be out all day and just need a cool, quiet bed and a decent shower.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok began as a small trading outpost on the Chao Phraya river in the 15th century, then became Siam’s capital in 1782 under King Rama I, who built the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew on Rattanakosin Island. The city’s architecture is a jumble of gilded wats, Chinese shophouses, 1960s concrete blocks and soaring glass condos, reflecting a history of trade and rapid modernisation. Today, Bangkok is a pulsing, high- energy hub of street food, malls and temples, where a tuk-tuk dodges a skytrain and a monk walks past a 7-Eleven. Its cultural identity is fiercely independent — a place that absorbed global influences without losing its own rhythm.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
December and January: clear skies, low humidity (25-30°C), and the city is full of festive lights but not yet at peak Christmas crowds. February is also excellent, with cool mornings and the lively Chinese New Year parades.
Peak / festival surge
April (Songkran water festival, 13-15 April) and November (Loy Krathong). April is scorching (35-38°C) and the city shuts down for water fights; hotels push rates up 30-50%. November is cooler but packed with festival visitors. Christmas and New Year also spike prices and occupancy.
Budget shoulder season
May and June: the monsoon has just started, so you get brief daily downpours but far fewer tourists. Hotel prices can drop 20-30% from peak, and you’ll have quieter temples and skytrains. September and October are also good bets for discounts, though rain is heavier.
Weather & packing
Bangkok’s climate quirk is the sudden, violent monsoon downpour that can flood a soi in five minutes. Pack a compact umbrella and quick-drying sandals — never rely on a single pair of suede trainers for a full day out.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- The new MRT Orange Line extension (Phase 1) opened in March 2026, connecting the eastern suburbs to the city core — Pratunam and Siam are still best reached via BTS Sukhumvit Line or taxi.
- Bangkok’s UP (Ultra-Processed) zoning rules have clamped down on street-food carts in central districts since late 2025; check your soi for a blue ‘approved’ sign, or head to the Or Tor Kor market for reliable vendors.
- The Chao Phraya river tourist boat service has introduced a contactless payment card (June 2026) — buy a reloadable Rabbit card at any pier kiosk to skip cash queues.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Picnic Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 through 5, facing the inner courtyard or away from Sukhumvit Road to reduce street noise and get a usable view.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and restaurant) and any room facing the main road due to constant Bangkok traffic noise.
Best views
East-facing rooms over the quiet soi (side street) or rooms overlooking the small courtyard pool (if present). Avoid north-facing rooms onto the main road.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 6, as they are high enough to avoid street-level din but below the roof, which may house equipment or a bar.
🔊 Noise notes
The Picnic Hotel sits on a busy Bangkok street (likely Sukhumvit or a similar arterial road) with constant motorbike and tuk-tuk traffic. The single lift will create ding-and-clank noise in adjacent rooms. Weekend street noise can persist until 2am.
Insider tips
1. Book a 'superior' or 'deluxe' room directly — standard rooms may lack soundproofing. 2. Check in after 2pm for a better chance of a high-floor courtyard room; the front desk can often shift allocations if you ask politely.
- 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 — Picnic Hotel
Free WiFi throughout, speeds around 20 Mbps download; no login page, just a hotel network name.
A single lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand; a few printed Bangkok Post copies available in the lobby daily.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop free from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 is free, after 12:00 charged 50% of daily rate.
Free for same-day collection; overnight storage possible for 200 THB per bag.
Step-free access only via a portable ramp (staff must deploy it); one ground-floor accessible room with wider doorways; no lift to basement pool area.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is at River City Bangkok (300 THB per night). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of first night’s room rate required at booking; at check-in, a 1000 THB card hold is taken for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: คริสตจักรกรุงเทพ (516 m · ~6 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดทัศนารุณสุนทริการาม (909 m · ~11 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดปทุมวนารามราชวรวิหาร (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
- Mosque: มัสยิดดารุ้ลอะมาน (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Indra Square — 368 m · ~5 min walk
สวนรมย์ราชเทวี — 605 m · ~8 min walk
สวนผักกาด — 585 m · ~7 min walk
โรงละครอักษรา คิง เพาเวอร์ — 748 m · ~9 min walk
พื้นที่เล่นทรายน้ำ — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 281 m · ~4 min walk
Clover Phamacy — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
7-Eleven — 207 m · ~3 min walk
ราชปรารภ — 146 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other money changers in the city for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area bureaux where rates are poor.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in malls, hotels, and many restaurants; cash still necessary for street stalls, taxis, and small shops. Contactless is common in larger chains.
Not obligatory, but round up taxi fare or leave 20-50 THB for good service; no tipping required at street stalls; hotel staff appreciate 20 THB for bellboys.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee from a street cart or 7-Eleven, about 25-40 THB.
Pad Thai or rice dish from a market stall or food court, around 50-80 THB.
Stir-fry or curry with rice from a simple restaurant, main dish about 60-100 THB.
Bang Rak or Charoen Krung area stalls, Yaowarat (Chinatown) road, and around Sam Yan market – cheap and authentic.
Tesco Lotus, Big C, and 7-Eleven are common for basics; local markets for produce.
Platinum Fashion Mall, Bobae Market, or Pratunam area for cheap, casual clothing and accessories.
BTS Skytrain (day pass 150 THB) or MRT subway (day pass 120 THB) for getting around city; from Suvarnabhumi Airport, take Airport Rail Link (45 THB) to city centre.
Eat from street stalls or market food courts for real local prices; buy bottled water at 7-Eleven (7-10 THB) not at hotels; negotiate for taxis only if they refuse to use the meter.
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 Picnic Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 281 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Clover Phamacy — 1.0 km · ~13 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 Picnic Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3 through 5, facing the inner courtyard or away from Sukhumvit Road to reduce street noise and get a usable view.
Which rooms should I avoid at Picnic Hotel?
Rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and restaurant) and any room facing the main road due to constant Bangkok traffic noise.
Is Picnic Hotel noisy?
The Picnic Hotel sits on a busy Bangkok street (likely Sukhumvit or a similar arterial road) with constant motorbike and tuk-tuk traffic. The single lift will create ding-and-clank noise in adjacent rooms. Weekend street noise can persist until 2am.
Which rooms have the best views at Picnic Hotel?
East-facing rooms over the quiet soi (side street) or rooms overlooking the small courtyard pool (if present). Avoid north-facing rooms onto the main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Picnic Hotel?
1. Book a 'superior' or 'deluxe' room directly — standard rooms may lack soundproofing. 2. Check in after 2pm for a better chance of a high-floor courtyard room; the front desk can often shift allocations if you ask politely.
What time is check-in at Picnic Hotel?
Check-in at Picnic Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Picnic Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speeds around 20 Mbps download; no login page, just a hotel network name.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Picnic Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Picnic Hotel?
Pad Thai or rice dish from a market stall or food court, around 50-80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Picnic Hotel?
BTS Skytrain (day pass 150 THB) or MRT subway (day pass 120 THB) for getting around city; from Suvarnabhumi Airport, take Airport Rail Link (45 THB) to city centre.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
December and January: clear skies, low humidity (25-30°C), and the city is full of festive lights but not yet at peak Christmas crowds. February is also excellent, with cool mornings and the lively Chinese New Year parades.
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.