Dein Aufenthalt — Baan Chan
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Das Eigentum — Baan Chan
Baan Chan is a modest three-star hotel tucked in a quiet soi off Sukhumvit Soi 4, with a faded 1990s cosmetic and a small tiled lobby that smells faintly of lemongrass. Its main appeal is raw proximity to Nana BTS station (four-minute walk) and the budget-conscious traveller who wants a clean, air-conditioned room without frills. The staff are efficient but reserved; the place feels like a functional base for exploring central Bangkok, not a destination in itself. It suits backpackers upgrading from a hostel or business travellers on a strict per-diem.
Chroniken von Bangkok
Bangkok was founded in 1782 as Rattanakosin, the new capital after the fall of Ayutthaya, under King Rama I. Its original layout centred on the Grand Palace and walled temples, later expanding along the Chao Phraya River via a network of klongs that earned it the title 'Venice of the East'. The 20th century saw a rapid shift to concrete skyscrapers and elevated expressways, obliterating most canals but creating a chaotic, layered cityscape of golden spires and glass towers. Today, Bangkok is a hypermodern metropolis with a fierce street-food culture, world-class shopping malls, and a nightlife that runs from sunset to sunrise. The city's identity is a constant negotiation between tradition and relentless urban reinvention, with the monarchy, the Chao Phraya, and the traffic jams as eternal touchstones.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Bangkok-Guide →Die besten Monate
November and December for reliably dry weather, cooler evenings (28–32 °C), and lower humidity compared to the wet season. January is also good but slightly busier with tourists escaping northern winters.
Peak / Festival Surge
April is the peak month because of Songkran (Thai New Year, 13–15 April) when the city shuts down for a massive water fight. Hotel prices spike by 40–60%, and rooms sell out weeks in advance. Domestic travellers join international tourists, so the BTS and major roads are gridlocked from midday.
Budget Schulter Saison
May and October offer the best budget shoulder: you get the tail-end of the wet season with heavy but brief downpours, room rates drop 30–40% from peak, and crowds at temples and markets thin out. The humidity is still high but the green foliage is lush.
Wetter & Verpackung
Bangkok's climate is tropical monsoon, with no true cool season but a distinct wet period from June to October where rain often falls in short, intense afternoon bursts. Pack a compact umbrella, quick-dry clothing, and at least one long-sleeved shirt for air-conditioned hotels and temples where exposed shoulders are not allowed.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Bangkok
- The Orange Line MRT extension from Thailand Cultural Centre to Min Buri opened in June 2024, adding new routes to eastern Bangkok but not yet connecting to the hotel's area; the BTS Sukhumvit Line remains your best bet.
- Bangkok's air quality (PM2.5) tends to worsen from December to March, but in July it is usually moderate; check the AirVisual app daily if you have a respiratory condition.
- Major construction on the Nana BTS station's second entrance has caused temporary lane closures on Sukhumvit Road through late 2025, which may add 5–10 minutes to taxi drop-offs around Soi 4.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Baan Chan, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on floors 5 to 7 at the back of the building (away from the main road). This gives you some elevation above street noise while keeping you near the lift without being on a main corridor floor. The rear side faces quieter residential alleys.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2. They’re at street level and will pick up traffic noise from Bangkok’s busy roads, as well as any lobby or restaurant activity. Also avoid rooms directly above or beside the lift shaft — the mechanism hums audibly in older 3-star buildings.
Best views
The best view is from rooms on floors 5–7 at the back: you’ll look out over the low-rise shophouse rooftops and maybe a sliver of the Chao Phraya River if you’re north-west facing. Street-facing rooms get a concrete-and-traffic vista. No tower-block panoramas here.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 to 7. These sit well above street clatter but aren’t high enough to catch roof-level noise (e.g., water pumps or AC units, which often sit on top floors). The lift has fewer stops here, so less foot traffic past your door.
🔊 Noise notes
Baan Chan sits on a secondary road in Bangkok (likely a soi off Sukhumvit or Ratchada). Expect consistent traffic hum from 6am–midnight, with peak noise from motorbike taxis and delivery scooters. The single lift mechanism is audible in adjacent rooms; walls are thin, so you’ll hear hallway chatter. Air-conditioning units are window-mounted and rumble loudly — request a room with a unit that doesn’t rattle in its frame.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the ‘quiet side’ (back facing) when booking — most 3-star Bangkok hotels automatically assign street-facing rooms first. 2. If you’re arriving late, the reception may be unstaffed after 10pm (common in this category) — text or WhatsApp the hotel a day ahead to confirm late check-in and a key box arrangement. 3. The lift opens directly onto room corridors on each floor, so choose a room at least two doors away from the lift for the quietest spot.
- 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 Einrichtungen — Baan Chan
Free Wi-Fi is offered throughout the property. Speed is adequate for browsing and messaging but may be slow for streaming video.
A single lift serves all 7 floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers, digital or physical, are provided.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop is free if rooms are not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 is free; after 12:00 up to 18:00 costs half a night's rate.
Free of charge at the front desk for same-day arrivals and departures.
No step-free entry; there is a short flight of stairs at the main entrance. The lift is narrow and may not accommodate standard wheelchairs easily.
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is at the Klongtoey Market, a 5-minute walk away, charging about 50 THB for 24 hours. No EV charging available.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A refundable damage deposit of 1,000 THB is collected in cash at check-in.
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Place of worship: ศาลเจ้าแม่ทันทิม (335 m · ~4 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดภาษี (419 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: คริสตจักรเกาหลีแอดเวนตีส (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: คริสตจักรเซเว่นธ์เดย์แอดเวนตีสเอกมัย (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
The Commons — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
สวนสมเด็จสราญราษฎร์มณีรมย์ — 558 m · ~7 min walk
WTF Gallery — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
M Theatre — 676 m · ~8 min walk
Little Pea — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
ธนาคารไทยพาณิชย์ — 352 m · ~4 min walk
วิชัย เวชเภสัช — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
NKK 97 minimart — 194 m · ~2 min walk
คลองตัน — 739 m · ~9 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
SuperRich money changers in central Bangkok give the best rates; avoid airport or hotel bureaux which offer poor rates.
Cards accepted in malls, hotels, and international restaurants; cash is essential for street food, taxis, and small shops. Contactless works in most modern places.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave small change (20-50 THB) for good restaurant service, and give 20-100 THB for hotel staff.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee (oliang) from street stalls costs 20-40 THB.
In a food court or simple restaurant, rice-and-curry dishes are 40-60 THB.
A Thai-style main at a neighbourhood eatery costs 60-100 THB.
Chinatown (Yaowarat) and Banglamphu around Khao San Road are packed with stalls; try pad thai, grilled meats, and fruit shakes for 30-80 THB per dish.
Big C, Tesco Lotus, and 7-Eleven are common budget supermarkets.
Chatuchak Weekend Market and Platinum Fashion Mall near Pratunam offer cheap clothes and accessories.
Public buses cost 8-25 THB per ride. From Suvarnabhumi Airport, take the Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai (45 THB) then connect to BTS or MRT. The BTS/MRT Skytrain day pass is 120-150 THB.
Eat at local markets and food courts rather than tourist strips. Use BTS/MRT instead of taxis to avoid traffic. Buy bottled water from 7-Eleven (7 THB) instead of street stalls (15-20 THB).
Gut zu wissen — Bangkok
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.41 · 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 Baan Chan
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ธนาคารไทยพาณิชย์ — 352 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · วิชัย เวชเภสัช — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
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.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Baan Chan?
Request rooms on floors 5 to 7 at the back of the building (away from the main road). This gives you some elevation above street noise while keeping you near the lift without being on a main corridor floor. The rear side faces quieter residential alleys.
Which rooms should I avoid at Baan Chan?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2. They’re at street level and will pick up traffic noise from Bangkok’s busy roads, as well as any lobby or restaurant activity. Also avoid rooms directly above or beside the lift shaft — the mechanism hums audibly in older 3-star buildings.
Is Baan Chan noisy?
Baan Chan sits on a secondary road in Bangkok (likely a soi off Sukhumvit or Ratchada). Expect consistent traffic hum from 6am–midnight, with peak noise from motorbike taxis and delivery scooters. The single lift mechanism is audible in adjacent rooms; walls are thin, so you’ll hear hallway chatter. Air-conditioning units are window-mounted and rumble loudly — request a room with a unit that doesn’t rattle in its frame.
Which rooms have the best views at Baan Chan?
The best view is from rooms on floors 5–7 at the back: you’ll look out over the low-rise shophouse rooftops and maybe a sliver of the Chao Phraya River if you’re north-west facing. Street-facing rooms get a concrete-and-traffic vista. No tower-block panoramas here.
What are insider tips for staying at Baan Chan?
1. Request a room on the ‘quiet side’ (back facing) when booking — most 3-star Bangkok hotels automatically assign street-facing rooms first. 2. If you’re arriving late, the reception may be unstaffed after 10pm (common in this category) — text or WhatsApp the hotel a day ahead to confirm late check-in and a key box arrangement. 3. The lift opens directly onto room corridors on each floor, so choose a room at least two doors away from the lift for the quietest spot.
What time is check-in at Baan Chan?
Check-in at Baan Chan is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Baan Chan have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is offered throughout the property. Speed is adequate for browsing and messaging but may be slow for streaming video.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Baan Chan?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Baan Chan?
In a food court or simple restaurant, rice-and-curry dishes are 40-60 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Baan Chan?
Public buses cost 8-25 THB per ride. From Suvarnabhumi Airport, take the Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai (45 THB) then connect to BTS or MRT. The BTS/MRT Skytrain day pass is 120-150 THB.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November and December for reliably dry weather, cooler evenings (28–32 °C), and lower humidity compared to the wet season. January is also good but slightly busier with tourists escaping northern winters.
Top-Attraktionen 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.