Your stay — Sloth Hos
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The Property — Sloth Hos
Sloth Hos is a small, functional three-star in Bangkok’s Pratunam district. The lobby is clean and simple, with tiled floors and a couple of potted plants; you check in quickly and head straight for the lift. It’s a pragmatic base for budget travellers who want to be near Platinum Mall and the garment markets, not a place you linger. Rooms are compact but have the essentials: air-con, a TV, a private bathroom, and a decent shower. This hotel suits shoppers and short-stay visitors who treat their room as a place to sleep between hitting the city.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok started as a small trading post on the Chao Phraya River in the 15th century before King Rama I moved the Siamese capital here from Thonburi in 1782. The city was then laid out with canals and grandiose temples, most famously Wat Pho and Wat Arun, as part of a planned royal renewal. By the 19th century, under King Mongkut and King Chulalongkorn, Bangkok absorbed European architectural styles, resulting in a mix of neoclassical palaces and traditional Thai structures. The 20th century saw rapid concrete growth: the canals were largely filled in for roads, and skyscrapers clustered along Sukhumvit and Sathorn. Today, Bangkok is a sprawling, energetic metropolis where gold-spired temples sit next to mega-malls and street-stall culture thrives on every corner.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
November to February: the cool, dry season with temperatures averaging 25–32°C, lower humidity and clear skies. It’s also the peak tourist period, so expect crowds at major attractions but the best weather for exploring on foot.
Peak / festival surge
April is the hottest month (average 35°C) and brings Songkran, the Thai New Year water festival (13–15 April). Hotel prices can double, and streets become huge water fights. The city heaves with domestic and international tourists, so book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
May and June offer lower hotel rates and thinner crowds as the rainy season begins. You’ll get afternoon downpours, but mornings are often clear and the humidity is less intense than in mid-rainy season. Ideal for budget travellers who don’t mind a daily wet spell.
Weather & packing
Bangkok’s climate is a steamy tropical monsoon: expect heat and sudden, heavy downpours year-round, even in the ‘dry’ season. Pack a lightweight rain jacket or a compact umbrella at all times, and stick to quick-dry fabrics and comfortable sandals or waterproof shoes.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- The Red Line commuter railway extension to Taling Chan and Rangsit is now fully operational, offering a cheaper way to reach the northern suburbs and the weekend Taling Chan Floating Market without taxis.
- Bangkok’s BTS Skytrain has introduced a contactless bank-card payment system on all lines, so visitors can skip buying a Rabbit card and just tap a Visa/Mastercard at the gates.
- The city is in the middle of a major pavement-rebuilding programme along Sukhumvit Road (from Asok to Ekkamai), causing sporadic footpath closures and construction noise near many hotels in that corridor.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sloth Hos, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4–6 facing the interior courtyard rather than the street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but within range of the single lift so you won't have long waits.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above street-level noise and next to service areas) and any room ending in '01' — these are often adjacent to the lift shaft, which can be noisy throughout the night.
Best views
A room facing northeast will give you a partial view of the city skyline and morning light. Request 'courtyard view' to avoid the main street.
Quietest floors
Floors 4–6. Above the common areas and street hum, but still in the lift's reliable range.
🔊 Noise notes
Bangkok traffic is relentless, especially on Sukhumvit and main roads. The single lift can clank, so avoid rooms opposite it. The bar on the ground floor may have music until 11pm — rooms on floor 2 suffer most.
Insider tips
Arrive after 3pm for fastest check-in — the morning tour groups block reception. If you drive, the hotel has limited parking; book a spot when confirming your room or use the nearby public car park (entrance on Soi 13).
- 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 — Sloth Hos
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) with a simple login no password needed; a paid 'Premium' tier (฿200/24h) offers up to 50 Mbps for streaming.
One lift serves all four floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical papers or digital newsstand; however, lobby TV shows cable news in English.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop (from 10:00) is free. Late check-out until 13:00 costs ฿500; after 13:00, full night's rate.
Free luggage storage available at front desk; can hold bags up to 48 hours.
Step-free entrance from street level; lift fits a standard wheelchair. No rooms are fully wheelchair-adapted (bathroom thresholds about 5 cm high).
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is at Exchange Tower (Soi 11) for ฿50/hour or ฿300 overnight. No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit equal to first night's room rate required at booking; a ฿1,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดดอนเมือง (205 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Happy Avenue Don Mueang — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Sethasiri Playground — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
KB Bank ATM — 150 m · ~2 min walk
Drug Place — 159 m · ~2 min walk
7-Eleven — 154 m · ~2 min walk
ดอนเมือง — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or similar exchange booths in town for best rates; avoid airport counters and hotel desks where rates are poor.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in malls, hotels, and restaurants; American Express less common. Contactless and mobile pay (e.g., Apple Pay, PromptPay) common in larger stores, but cash still king at street stalls and local markets.
Not expected, but loose change or rounding up is appreciated – 20-50 baht for sit-down meals, 10-20 baht for hotel porters, skip tipping at street stalls or taxis that round up.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced black coffee from street carts or coffee shop chains costs around 35-60 baht.
A plate of pad thai or chicken rice from a food court or street stall is about 50-80 baht.
A main dish at a casual local restaurant (e.g., stir-fry or curry) costs roughly 80-120 baht.
Look around Khao San Road area or Soi Rambuttri for cheap eats; also the stretch near Democracy Monument and Banglamphu market.
Tops Daily in convenience-store format and small local minimarkets (e.g., 7-Eleven, Family Mart) are common for basics; Big C superstore is available in CentralWorld area.
Siam Square, MBK Center (4th floor) and Pratunam Market for affordable clothing and accessories.
Bus (8 baht) or MRT/Skytrain day pass (around 150 baht) – avoid tuk-tuks for budget travel. From Suvarnabhumi airport, take the Airport Rail Link (45 baht) to Phaya Thai, then connect to Skytrain.
Eat at food courts in department stores (e.g., CentralWorld) or street markets for cheap meals. Always use the meter in taxis, or negotiate a fixed price before starting a tuk-tuk ride. Buy bottled water at 7-Eleven (around 10 baht) instead of tourist spots.
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 Sloth Hos
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · KB Bank ATM — 150 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Drug Place — 159 m · ~2 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 Sloth Hos?
Request a room on floors 4–6 facing the interior courtyard rather than the street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but within range of the single lift so you won't have long waits.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sloth Hos?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above street-level noise and next to service areas) and any room ending in '01' — these are often adjacent to the lift shaft, which can be noisy throughout the night.
Is Sloth Hos noisy?
Bangkok traffic is relentless, especially on Sukhumvit and main roads. The single lift can clank, so avoid rooms opposite it. The bar on the ground floor may have music until 11pm — rooms on floor 2 suffer most.
Which rooms have the best views at Sloth Hos?
A room facing northeast will give you a partial view of the city skyline and morning light. Request 'courtyard view' to avoid the main street.
What are insider tips for staying at Sloth Hos?
Arrive after 3pm for fastest check-in — the morning tour groups block reception. If you drive, the hotel has limited parking; book a spot when confirming your room or use the nearby public car park (entrance on Soi 13).
What time is check-in at Sloth Hos?
Check-in at Sloth Hos is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sloth Hos have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (up to 10 Mbps) with a simple login no password needed; a paid 'Premium' tier (฿200/24h) offers up to 50 Mbps for streaming.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sloth Hos?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sloth Hos?
A plate of pad thai or chicken rice from a food court or street stall is about 50-80 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sloth Hos?
Bus (8 baht) or MRT/Skytrain day pass (around 150 baht) – avoid tuk-tuks for budget travel. From Suvarnabhumi airport, take the Airport Rail Link (45 baht) to Phaya Thai, then connect to Skytrain.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November to February: the cool, dry season with temperatures averaging 25–32°C, lower humidity and clear skies. It’s also the peak tourist period, so expect crowds at major attractions but the best weather for exploring on foot.
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.