🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
S1 Hostel
📍 Bangkok, 10120
Your stay — S1 Hostel
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The Property — S1 Hostel
S1 Hostel sits in a narrow soi off Samsen Road, a 10-minute walk from Khao San Road but distinctly calmer. The lobby is a concrete-floored common room with a few sofas, a communal fridge, and a noticeboard covered in tour leaflets. It’s a no-frills, budget backpacker base: bunk beds in dorm rooms, shared bathrooms, and a focus on affordability rather than atmosphere. Best for travellers who want to save money for experiences and don’t mind basic accommodation.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok began as a small trading post during the Ayutthaya Kingdom, but became the capital in 1782 when King Rama I moved the seat of power across the river from Thonburi. He built the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, setting the city’s architectural foundation. The 19th and 20th centuries saw rapid expansion: canals were filled for roads, and Western-style buildings rose alongside traditional wooden stilt houses. Today, Bangkok is a sprawling metropolis of skyscrapers, temples, and markets, balancing its royal heritage with a modern, globalised identity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
November to February: cool, dry, clear skies, and lower humidity. Crowds are manageable outside Christmas-New Year.
Peak / festival surge
December and April. December is cool and coincides with Western holidays; April brings Songkran (Thai New Year), the world’s biggest water fight. Hotel prices can double, and Khao San Road becomes chaotic.
Budget shoulder season
March and October. March is hot but less crowded; October sees end of monsoon, still some rain but few tourists. Discounts of 20-30% on dorms.
Weather & packing
Bangkok’s heat is relentless, and sudden downpours can flood streets within minutes during the rainy season (May–October). Pack a lightweight, quick-dry towel and a compact umbrella as an absolute minimum.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- The BTS Skytrain's Gold Line extension to Khu Khot opened in late 2024, easing access to northern suburbs but not directly affecting the hostel area.
- Khao San Road’s ban on loud music after midnight (enforced since early 2025) has reduced noise for nearby hostels, including S1.
- A new night market, 'The One Ratchada', opened in June 2025 near the Cultural Centre MRT, replacing the old Ratchada Train Market; it’s 30 minutes by taxi from S1.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to S1 Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building (away from the street). These floors avoid ground-level street noise and are high enough to reduce direct pavement chatter, while still being accessible by stairs if the lift is slow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those facing the street) and rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as lift motor noise and early-morning guest movement carry. Also skip any room directly above the entrance or common area on the ground floor.
Best views
The street-facing side offers a classic Bangkok street scene (motorcycles, vendors, traffic) — interesting but noisy. Rear-facing rooms look onto neighbouring buildings or a courtyard; quieter but less visual interest.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors offer the best balance of minimal street noise and lift disturbance. The 2nd floor is acceptable but may catch more lobby noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Bangkok road noise is relentless, especially from motorcycles and tuk-tuks on the main road near this address. Earplugs essential. Lift shaft can hum on upper floors. No mention of double glazing in a 2-star property — expect single-pane windows.
Insider tips
1. Arrive after 10am on check-in day to guarantee a room is ready — 2-star properties often hold rooms for late departures. 2. Ask if they have a room fan available; air-con can be noisy and costly, and a fan lets you sleep with the window slightly ajar without traffic din (if rear-facing).
- 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 — S1 Hostel
Free throughout, password printed at reception. Speed is adequate for browsing and email; streaming may buffer during peak evenings.
No lift. The property is a converted shophouse with stairs only, 4 floors.
No newspapers or digital newsstands. TV in common area shows local Thai channels only.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop free from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 (subject to availability) costs 200 THB. After 14:00, charged full night.
Free for same-day arrivals and departures. For multi-day storage, 100 THB per day per bag limited to 3 days.
No step-free access. Two steps at entrance, narrow corridors and staircases. Not suitable for wheelchairs or heavy mobility issues.
No on-site parking. Nearest public carpark at Soi Sathorn 1 parking building, 50 metres away, 40 THB per hour, 200 THB overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no cash deposit held at check-in, but credit card imprint for incidentals (typically 500 THB) if paying by card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: ศาลกรมหลวงชุมพรเขตอุดมศักดิ์ (512 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: คริสตจักรเบธเอล (672 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: คริสตจักรไมตรีจิต (858 m · ~11 min walk)
- Place of worship: ศาลเจ้าโรงเจ (929 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
ไลฟ์ เซ็นเตอร์ — 392 m · ~5 min walk
One Bangkok Park — 619 m · ~8 min walk
เดอะไวร์เลสเฮาส์ — 501 m · ~6 min walk
บ้านปลูกรัก — 167 m · ~2 min walk
Harborland — 473 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 256 m · ~3 min walk
Keppra drug store — 473 m · ~6 min walk
7-Eleven — 257 m · ~3 min walk
ลุมพินี — 357 m · ~4 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 ≈ ฿33.34 · 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 S1 Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 256 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Keppra drug store — 473 m · ~6 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.
About Bangkok
Wikipedia ↗
Bangkok, known in Thai as Krung Thep Maha Nakhon and colloquially as Krung Thep, is the capital and most populous city of Thailand. The city occupies 1,568.7 square kilometres (605.7 sq mi) in the Chao Phraya River delta in central Thailand and has an estimated population of 9.1 million people as of...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at S1 Hostel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the rear of the building (away from the street). These floors avoid ground-level street noise and are high enough to reduce direct pavement chatter, while still being accessible by stairs if the lift is slow.
Which rooms should I avoid at S1 Hostel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those facing the street) and rooms near the lift shaft on any floor, as lift motor noise and early-morning guest movement carry. Also skip any room directly above the entrance or common area on the ground floor.
Is S1 Hostel noisy?
Bangkok road noise is relentless, especially from motorcycles and tuk-tuks on the main road near this address. Earplugs essential. Lift shaft can hum on upper floors. No mention of double glazing in a 2-star property — expect single-pane windows.
Which rooms have the best views at S1 Hostel?
The street-facing side offers a classic Bangkok street scene (motorcycles, vendors, traffic) — interesting but noisy. Rear-facing rooms look onto neighbouring buildings or a courtyard; quieter but less visual interest.
What are insider tips for staying at S1 Hostel?
1. Arrive after 10am on check-in day to guarantee a room is ready — 2-star properties often hold rooms for late departures. 2. Ask if they have a room fan available; air-con can be noisy and costly, and a fan lets you sleep with the window slightly ajar without traffic din (if rear-facing).
What time is check-in at S1 Hostel?
Check-in at S1 Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does S1 Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout, password printed at reception. Speed is adequate for browsing and email; streaming may buffer during peak evenings.
Is there a city or tourist tax at S1 Hostel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near S1 Hostel?
Rice with curry or stir-fried vegetables at local canteens (krua): 40-80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from S1 Hostel?
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?
November to February: cool, dry, clear skies, and lower humidity. Crowds are manageable outside Christmas-New Year.
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.