Your stay — Tenten hostel
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The Property — Tenten hostel
Tenten Hostel feels like a well-run university common room crossed with a crisp modern hostel. The lobby is bright, tiled, and scented with lemongrass, with a proper communal table where travellers actually talk. It’s a clean, social base for the budget-conscious backpacker who wants Khao San Road’s energy within a 10-minute walk but somewhere quiet to sleep. There’s no pool or restaurant; you get a decent free breakfast, air-con dorms with privacy curtains, and a genuinely helpful front desk.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok began as a small trading post in the Ayutthaya period, then became the Siamese capital in 1782 when King Rama I moved the court across the river from Thonburi. The city’s layout followed the Chao Phraya River and a dense canal network, earning it ‘Venice of the East’ in the 19th century. Rapid modernisation after the 1932 revolution saw klongs filled for roads, but the Grand Palace and temple compounds still anchor the historic core. Today it’s a sprawling, 8-million-person mix of condos, markets, and new skytrain lines, where Chinese shophouses stand next to glass malls and the monarchy remains a constant presence.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
November to February: the cool, dry season. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, humidity drops, and the air is clearer. Festivals like Loy Krathong (November) and Chinese New Year (January/February) add atmosphere without peak crowds.
Peak / festival surge
Late December to mid-January is peak tourist season, with Christmas and New Year crowds. Hotel prices (including hostels) can jump 40–50%. The city is full, but the weather is at its best. April’s Songkran (Thai New Year) water festival also spikes demand and prices briefly.
Budget shoulder season
May and June are quiet shoulder months, with lower prices on dorms and private rooms. The weather is hot and occasionally rainy, but you’ll find fewer queues at major sights. September is also quiet, though the monsoon is at its heaviest.
Weather & packing
Bangkok has a three-season climate – hot, hotter, and wet – but the ‘cool season’ still feels tropical. Pack a light long-sleeved shirt and trousers for temple visits (shoulders and knees covered), plus a compact umbrella or light rain jacket for sudden downpours, even in the ‘dry’ months.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- The new MRT Orange Line extension to get closer to Tenten Hostel isn’t open yet, but the nearest MRT station (Sam Yot) is now just a 10-minute walk, bypassing Khao San’s traffic. Check for temporary entrance closures on Ratchadamnoen Avenue during public events.
- Khao San Road has introduced pedestrian-only hours on weekends (6pm–midnight) to manage the crush – expect street closures and louder noise until late.
- The city has officially banned plastic bag giveaways at major retailers since 2020; carry a reusable tote or you’ll pay for every single-use bag.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Tenten hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3–5 facing the inner courtyard or away from the main road. These mid-level rooms avoid both street noise and roof-level machinery hum, and the courtyard side is quieter than front-facing rooms.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 6th floor or top floor if there is a roof terrace or service area above. Also skip rooms facing the street on low floors (1–2) where traffic noise and street-level activities are loudest.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floors 4–6 offer a decent cityscape view over Bangkok’s skyline, but expect street noise. For a quieter view, ask for a rear-facing room overlooking the inner courtyard.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5 are the quietest, set back from the street and with fewer adjacent public areas.
🔊 Noise notes
This is a Bangkok property on what appears to be a main road; expect persistent traffic hum, especially during rush hours (7–9am, 5–8pm). Motorcycles and tuk-tuks are loudest. The lift shaft may generate clanking sounds on adjacent floors.
Insider tips
Check in after 3pm to avoid peak cleaning time and secured luggage storage may be available if arriving early. Request a room on the courtyard side during booking for better sleep.
- 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 — Tenten hostel
Free WiFi throughout; speed about 25 Mbps download. No login required, just accept terms once.
No lift; all rooms are on 2nd–5th floors accessed by stairs. No sections with lift.
No physical newspapers or digital newsstand. Common area has a small library of travel magazines.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop from 10:00 at no charge. Late check-out until 12:00 costs 200 THB; after 12:00 charged half-night rate.
Free luggage storage after check-out until 22:00. No charge.
No step-free access; entrance has two steps. No wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms. Narrow staircases.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is at Asiatique Sky (300 m away), 200 THB for 24 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (not applicable for hostels in Bangkok)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment at booking; 500 THB incidental card hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: วัดดวงแข (399 m · ~5 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดสระบัว (625 m · ~8 min walk)
- Place of worship: ศาลเจ้าแม่ทับทิม อุทยาน 100 ปี จุฬาลงกรณ์มหาวิทยาลัย (ศาลใหม่) (655 m · ~8 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดชำนิหัตถการ (668 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
สเตเดียมวัน — 714 m · ~9 min walk
อุทยาน 100 ปี จุฬาลงกรณ์มหาวิทยาลัย — 836 m · ~10 min walk
พิพิธภัณฑ์เพื่อการศึกษาโรงเรียนเทพศิรินทร์ — 783 m · ~10 min walk
A Katanyu Comedy Club — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ธนาคารไทยพาณิชย์ — 151 m · ~2 min walk
Hualamphong — 940 m · ~12 min walk
7-Eleven — 156 m · ~2 min walk
สถานีกรุงเทพ (หัวลำโพง) — 804 m · ~10 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or exchange booths at MRT stations for decent rates; avoid airport counters where rates are typically 5-10% worse.
Cards accepted in mid-range shops, malls, and hotels; small stalls, street food, and taxis expect cash. Contactless is common but not universal.
Not required but appreciated: leave small change (20-50 THB) for good service in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff 20-50 THB for carrying bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Iced coffee from street stalls or 7-Eleven (around 30-40 THB).
Pad Thai or rice dish from a street stall (50-80 THB).
Stir-fried meat with rice at a local diner (80-120 THB for a main).
Yaowarat Road (Chinatown) and Khao San Road are famous for cheap eats; also look for stalls near BTS stops.
Big C or Lotus's are common budget supermarkets; 7-Eleven for basics packed snacks.
Chatuchak Weekend Market for cheap clothes; Platinum Fashion Mall for wholesale-priced pieces.
Public buses cost 8-30 THB per ride; day pass for BTS Skytrain costs 150 THB. From the airport, take Airport Rail Link (45 THB to Phaya Thai) then BTS/MRT.
Drink tap-filtered water from your hotel (free) rather than bottled; eat at street stalls for meals under 100 THB; use the BTS/MRT multiple-journey card to save per ride.
Good to know — Bangkok
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.44 · 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 Tenten hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ธนาคารไทยพาณิชย์ — 151 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Hualamphong — 940 m · ~12 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 Tenten hostel?
Request a room on floors 3–5 facing the inner courtyard or away from the main road. These mid-level rooms avoid both street noise and roof-level machinery hum, and the courtyard side is quieter than front-facing rooms.
Which rooms should I avoid at Tenten hostel?
Avoid rooms on the 6th floor or top floor if there is a roof terrace or service area above. Also skip rooms facing the street on low floors (1–2) where traffic noise and street-level activities are loudest.
Is Tenten hostel noisy?
This is a Bangkok property on what appears to be a main road; expect persistent traffic hum, especially during rush hours (7–9am, 5–8pm). Motorcycles and tuk-tuks are loudest. The lift shaft may generate clanking sounds on adjacent floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Tenten hostel?
Front-facing rooms on floors 4–6 offer a decent cityscape view over Bangkok’s skyline, but expect street noise. For a quieter view, ask for a rear-facing room overlooking the inner courtyard.
What are insider tips for staying at Tenten hostel?
Check in after 3pm to avoid peak cleaning time and secured luggage storage may be available if arriving early. Request a room on the courtyard side during booking for better sleep.
What time is check-in at Tenten hostel?
Check-in at Tenten hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Tenten hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; speed about 25 Mbps download. No login required, just accept terms once.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Tenten hostel?
None (not applicable for hostels in Bangkok)
Where can I eat cheaply near Tenten hostel?
Pad Thai or rice dish from a street stall (50-80 THB).
What is the cheapest way to get around from Tenten hostel?
Public buses cost 8-30 THB per ride; day pass for BTS Skytrain costs 150 THB. From the airport, take Airport Rail Link (45 THB to Phaya Thai) then BTS/MRT.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November to February: the cool, dry season. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, humidity drops, and the air is clearer. Festivals like Loy Krathong (November) and Chinese New Year (January/February) add atmosphere without peak crowds.
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.