🇹🇭 Bangkok, Thailand
Udee Bangkok
📍 49, ประดิพัทธิ์ 19, Bangkok, 10400
Your stay — Udee Bangkok
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The Property — Udee Bangkok
Udee Bangkok is a no-frills 3-star in the historic Phra Nang district, a 15-minute walk from the Grand Palace. The lobby is a small, tiled space with a single reception desk and a couple of plastic chairs—functional, not fussy. Rooms are clean and compact, with air-con, a fridge, and basic Thai furnishings. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a quiet, local-feeling base near the river rather than the shopping malls of Sukhumvit.
Chronicles of Bangkok
Bangkok was founded in 1782 by King Rama I as the new capital after the fall of Ayutthaya, built around the Chao Phraya River with a network of canals that earned it the nickname 'Venice of the East'. The city’s architectural evolution runs from the glittering spires of Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Arun to the 19th-century European-style palaces of Rama V, then to the mid-20th-century concrete high-rises that now dominate the skyline. Today, Bangkok is a sprawling metropolis of 8 million, balancing a deep Buddhist heritage with a pulsating street-life culture of food markets, tuk-tuks, and rooftop bars. Its contemporary identity is defined by this clash of tradition and modernity—a place where a gold-leaf temple sits next to a 7-Eleven.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bangkok guide →Best months
November and December: after the rainy season, clear skies, cooler air, and the city’s streets are less humid; also January for the same reason but with the bonus of Chinese New Year energy in late month.
Peak / festival surge
Peak is late December through early January (Christmas–New Year) and April (Songkran water festival, 13-15 April). Prices at Udee Bangkok can jump 30-50% in these weeks; rooms book out weeks ahead. Songkran draws huge crowds to Khao San Road and the river, and city-wide water fights make getting around messy but lively.
Budget shoulder season
Best shoulder months are June and September. June is the start of the rainy season—afternoon downpours mostly—so hotel rates drop 20-30% and crowds thin. September has similar rain but also quieter temples and cheaper food tours.
Weather & packing
Bangkok’s climate is essentially two seasons: hot and rainy, with the 'cool' season still hitting 30°C. Pack only quick-dry clothing and a compact travel umbrella; leave cotton jeans at home—they’ll stick to you by 9am.
Live City Briefing — Bangkok
- The BTS Green Line extension to Khu Khot opened in 2025, making northern suburbs more reachable, but expect continued work at some stations; check the BTS app for delays.
- The Grand Palace has introduced timed entry slots since early 2026 to manage crowds—pre-book online or face a long queue at the gate.
- Several new food-and-arts spaces opened along the river in 2025: the Santi Chai Prakan Park and the nearby Lhong 1919 pier market offer cooler evening options.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Udee Bangkok, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 6, facing away from Pradiphat Road (i.e. the quieter inner courtyard side). These mid-floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to get some cross-breeze, but still within easy reach of the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on floors 1-3, especially those facing Pradiphat Soi 19 (the side street). The service entrance and staff areas are at ground level, and the lift lobby on floor 1 creates constant foot traffic and door sounds. Also avoid any room directly above the small lobby/entrance area on the ground floor — motorbike noise from the street filters up clearly.
Best views
From upper floors (5-6) facing Pradiphat Road, you get a decent city-view: low-rise shophouses, some greenery from the canal to the north, and a glimpse of the taller buildings near Saphan Khwai BTS. Nothing spectacular, but a real Bangkok streetscape. The courtyard side looks onto neighbouring apartment blocks — no view but quieter.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 6 are the quietest — far enough from the road and ground-floor activity, but not so high that the building's AC or elevator machinery becomes audible.
🔊 Noise notes
Pradiphat Road itself is a main artery, with buses and trucks from about 6am. The Soi 19 entrance is narrow, but motorbikes and delivery scooters use it constantly. There's a small shop or restaurant at street level (common for this area) that can generate late-night chatter and kitchen exhaust fans. The lift is a standard Thai 3-star model — audible in adjacent rooms. No central AC, so individual unit compressors may cycle on and off.
Insider tips
Check in after 2pm to avoid the lobby queue (the front desk has only one terminal) and request a room on the courtyard side during booking — they often assign the road-facing ones first. If you're in a room facing the street, the supplied earplugs (common in Thai 3-stars) are worth using. Also, the Soi 19 entrance leads to a 7-Eleven and a decent pad thai cart 30 metres down — useful for a cheap meal.
- 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 — Udee Bangkok
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speeds 15-25 Mbps download; no login page, just select the hotel network
One lift serves all 6 guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; lobby has a tablet with basic news aggregator (not PressReader/FT)
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00 (no extra charge). Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of one night's rate; after 18:00 is a full night
Free luggage storage for guests on check-in or check-out day; storage in a secure lock-up off the lobby
Step-free entrance from street; one designated accessible room on ground floor (Room 101). Lift is standard size, not wheelchair-extra-large. No grab bars in standard bathrooms
No on-site parking. Closest public parking is at Samsen Nai Soi 19 car park, 150 THB per night (24h); no valet. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required when booking via most online channels; at check-in, a 1,000 THB refundable credit card hold is taken for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Hindu temple: วัดพระศิวะเจ้า (151 m · ~2 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดไผ่ตัน (516 m · ~6 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดธรรมาภิรตาราม (1.9 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
บางซื่อ จังชั่น — 943 m · ~12 min walk
สวนสาธารณะกรมประชาสัมพันธ์ — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Philatelic Museum — 474 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Kasikornthai Bank — 882 m · ~11 min walk
Watsons — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
7-Eleven — 356 m · ~4 min walk
วินประดิพัทธ์ 17 — 359 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Exchange at banks or dedicated money changers in the area rather than airport; avoid tourist exchange booths which offer poor rates. ATMs are plentiful and offer competitive rates for cash withdrawals.
Credit/debit cards accepted at malls and larger establishments, but cash is still king in local markets and small shops; contactless/mobile pay (PromptPay, Alipay) increasingly common but not universal.
Tipping is not obligatory; round up bills at restaurants (5-10 baht) or leave 10% at upscale venues; hotel staff and taxi drivers appreciate small change but don't expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Eat where locals eat—shophouse canteens and street stalls are 50-70% cheaper than tourist restaurants. Use the BTS Skytrain for most trips; it's faster and cheaper than taxis which have no fixed fares.
Good to know — Bangkok
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.7 · 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 Udee Bangkok
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Kasikornthai Bank — 882 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Watsons — 1.4 km · ~18 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 Udee Bangkok?
Request a room on floors 4 through 6, facing away from Pradiphat Road (i.e. the quieter inner courtyard side). These mid-floors avoid street-level noise and are high enough to get some cross-breeze, but still within easy reach of the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Udee Bangkok?
Rooms on floors 1-3, especially those facing Pradiphat Soi 19 (the side street). The service entrance and staff areas are at ground level, and the lift lobby on floor 1 creates constant foot traffic and door sounds. Also avoid any room directly above the small lobby/entrance area on the ground floor — motorbike noise from the street filters up clearly.
Is Udee Bangkok noisy?
Pradiphat Road itself is a main artery, with buses and trucks from about 6am. The Soi 19 entrance is narrow, but motorbikes and delivery scooters use it constantly. There's a small shop or restaurant at street level (common for this area) that can generate late-night chatter and kitchen exhaust fans. The lift is a standard Thai 3-star model — audible in adjacent rooms. No central AC, so individual unit compressors may cycle on and off.
Which rooms have the best views at Udee Bangkok?
From upper floors (5-6) facing Pradiphat Road, you get a decent city-view: low-rise shophouses, some greenery from the canal to the north, and a glimpse of the taller buildings near Saphan Khwai BTS. Nothing spectacular, but a real Bangkok streetscape. The courtyard side looks onto neighbouring apartment blocks — no view but quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Udee Bangkok?
Check in after 2pm to avoid the lobby queue (the front desk has only one terminal) and request a room on the courtyard side during booking — they often assign the road-facing ones first. If you're in a room facing the street, the supplied earplugs (common in Thai 3-stars) are worth using. Also, the Soi 19 entrance leads to a 7-Eleven and a decent pad thai cart 30 metres down — useful for a cheap meal.
What time is check-in at Udee Bangkok?
Check-in at Udee Bangkok is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Udee Bangkok have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speeds 15-25 Mbps download; no login page, just select the hotel network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Udee Bangkok?
None
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November and December: after the rainy season, clear skies, cooler air, and the city’s streets are less humid; also January for the same reason but with the bonus of Chinese New Year energy in late month.
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.