Your stay — Tarntawan Place
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The Property — Tarntawan Place
Tarntawan Place is a quietly confident Silom hotel with serious LGBTQ+ credentials — think clean lines, dark wood, and a lobby that feels like a gentleman’s club crossed with a friendly hostel. It’s aimed squarely at male travellers who want a safe, central base without the bling of a five-star. The staff are professional and discreet, the pool is a decent size for the price, and the Soi Tarntawan location means you’re five minutes from Sala Daeng BTS and the nightlife of Silom Soi 4.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok started as a small trading post on the Chao Phraya River in the 15th century, but truly became the capital when King Rama I moved the seat of power across the river from Thonburi in 1782. The layout was modelled on Ayutthaya, with a network of canals (khlongs) earning it the nickname ‘Venice of the East’. The 19th and 20th centuries brought Western-style buildings, skytrains, and expressways, yet the old heart around Rattanakosin Island still holds the Grand Palace and Wat Pho. Today’s Bangkok is a relentless, humid metropolis where glass towers rise beside golden spires and street-stall smoke blends with luxury-mall air-con.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
November to February: cooler temperatures (25-30°C), low humidity, minimal rain. Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) adds colour but crowds stay manageable.
Peak / festival surge
April (Songkran water festival) and December–January (high season). Hotels hike rates 30-50%. Songkran fills the city with water fights and street parties; December brings holiday travellers and cooler evenings.
Budget shoulder season
March and October: decent weather, shorter queues, rooms often 20-30% cheaper than peak. October avoids the worst of monsoon but still sees occasional showers.
Weather & packing
Bangkok in July is deep in wet season: expect daily downpours, high humidity (70-90%), and temperatures hovering at 30°C. Pack a proper rain jacket and quick-dry footwear; an umbrella from a 7-Eleven will only get you so far.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- The Orange Line MRT extension has reached Bang Khun Non, but the Silom/Sala Daeng stations remain the main gateways — expect minor line closures on weekends for signalling upgrades.
- July marks the start of Buddhist Lent (Khao Phansa), so many Thais abstain from alcohol and parties; some bars in Silom Soi 4 may run quieter than usual but most stay open.
- A new pedestrian bridge linking Sala Daeng BTS to the Lumpini Park entrance opened in early 2026, cutting the walk to the park by about 5 minutes during rush hour.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tarntawan Place, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 through 6 facing away from Surawong Road (the courtyard side). These mid-level floors avoid street noise and the lobby hum, and the courtyard rooms are noticeably quieter.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and restaurant; noise from breakfast setup and check-in traffic). Also avoid any room facing Surawong Road – that side gets heavy traffic noise from early morning through late night.
Best views
No great views – the hotel is in a dense part of Silom. The courtyard side looks onto neighbouring buildings; the street side overlooks Surawong Road. Pick courtyard for quiet over a view.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5, and 6, courtyard side. The building has six floors and a lift, so top floors here are the most insulated from ground-level and restaurant noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Surawong Road is a main artery through Silom: constant traffic, tuk-tuks, and motorbikes. Patpong night market is a short walk, so street activity picks up again around 10pm. The restaurant on the ground floor serves breakfast from 6:30am, and the lift clatters a bit near it.
Insider tips
1. The lift only stops on floors 2–6, but the front desk is on floor 2 – walk up one flight to your room if you want to skip the lift wait. 2. Request a room on floor 5 or 6, courtyard side, well in advance – those are the first to go and the quietest spots in the building.
- 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 — Tarntawan Place
Free for all guests. Speed adequate for browsing and email but not for streaming. No login needed; password given at check-in.
One lift serves all six guest floors. No stairs-only sections.
No digital newsstand. Complimentary physical Bangkok Post at reception while stocks last. No print newspapers delivered to rooms.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag drop allowed from 08:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs half the room rate; after 18:00 is one full night.
Free at front desk after check-out on day of departure. Long-term storage not available.
No step-free entry; two steps at main entrance (portable ramp available on request). Lift fits standard wheelchair. No grab bars in bathrooms. Not fully accessible.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is at Patpong 2 Parking (300 THB per night, 5 min walk). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for direct bookings; a 500 THB refundable key deposit is collected in cash at check-in. Third-party bookings follow their own policy. Incidental hold 1,000 THB for credit cards.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: คริสตจักรที่สอง สามย่าน (182 m · ~2 min walk)
- Place of worship: ศาลเจ้าพ่อเสือ สามย่าน (306 m · ~4 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดหัวลำโพง (356 m · ~4 min walk)
- Place of worship: ศาลเจ้าแม่ทับทิมสะพานเหลือง (ศาลเดิม) (977 m · ~12 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Samyan Mitrtown — 385 m · ~5 min walk
สวนวัดหัวลำโพงรุกขนิเวศน์ — 535 m · ~7 min walk
พิพิธภัณฑ์ธรณีวิทยา — 603 m · ~8 min walk
A Katanyu Comedy Club — 319 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 283 m · ~4 min walk
เชอราตัน ดีสเปนซารี — 459 m · ~6 min walk
7-Eleven — 94 m · ~1 min walk
ท่ารถวัดหัวลำโพง — 444 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or similar exchange booths in town for the best rates; airport desks and hotel bureaux give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in most malls, hotels and chain restaurants; small shops, street stalls and taxis prefer cash. Contactless and mobile pay common in larger stores.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 20-50 baht for a good restaurant meal, small bills for hotel staff who help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →An iced or hot Thai-style coffee from a street stall or market vendor: 25–40 THB.
A plate of pad thai or fried rice from a street vendor or food court: 40–60 THB.
A simple Thai stir-fry or noodle dish at a local restaurant: 60–100 THB for a main.
Yaowarat Road (Chinatown), Khao San Road area, and the many soi lanes near temples and markets are packed with cheap eats.
Big C, Tesco Lotus, and Tops market cover this area; 7-Eleven for snacks and drinks everywhere.
MBK Center or Pratunam Market offer low-priced casual wear and accessories; bargain hard at stalls.
Get a BTS Skytrain day pass (about 150 THB) for unlimited travel; from the airport, use the Airport Rail Link (45 THB to Phaya Thai) then connect to BTS.
Eat at street stalls or food courts instead of tourist-facing restaurants; use the BTS/MRT instead of taxis in traffic; buy bottled water from 7-Eleven (7-10 THB) not hotels.
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 Tarntawan Place
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 283 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · เชอราตัน ดีสเปนซารี — 459 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 Tarntawan Place?
Request a room on floors 3 through 6 facing away from Surawong Road (the courtyard side). These mid-level floors avoid street noise and the lobby hum, and the courtyard rooms are noticeably quieter.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tarntawan Place?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and restaurant; noise from breakfast setup and check-in traffic). Also avoid any room facing Surawong Road – that side gets heavy traffic noise from early morning through late night.
Is Tarntawan Place noisy?
Surawong Road is a main artery through Silom: constant traffic, tuk-tuks, and motorbikes. Patpong night market is a short walk, so street activity picks up again around 10pm. The restaurant on the ground floor serves breakfast from 6:30am, and the lift clatters a bit near it.
Which rooms have the best views at Tarntawan Place?
No great views – the hotel is in a dense part of Silom. The courtyard side looks onto neighbouring buildings; the street side overlooks Surawong Road. Pick courtyard for quiet over a view.
What are insider tips for staying at Tarntawan Place?
1. The lift only stops on floors 2–6, but the front desk is on floor 2 – walk up one flight to your room if you want to skip the lift wait. 2. Request a room on floor 5 or 6, courtyard side, well in advance – those are the first to go and the quietest spots in the building.
What time is check-in at Tarntawan Place?
Check-in at Tarntawan Place is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tarntawan Place have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests. Speed adequate for browsing and email but not for streaming. No login needed; password given at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tarntawan Place?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Tarntawan Place?
A plate of pad thai or fried rice from a street vendor or food court: 40–60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tarntawan Place?
Get a BTS Skytrain day pass (about 150 THB) for unlimited travel; from the airport, use the Airport Rail Link (45 THB to Phaya Thai) then connect to BTS.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November to February: cooler temperatures (25-30°C), low humidity, minimal rain. Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) adds colour but crowds stay manageable.
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.