Dein Aufenthalt — New Empire
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Das Eigentum — New Empire
The New Empire is a no-nonsense 3-star just off Sukhumvit Road, a few minutes' walk from Nana BTS station. The lobby feels like a functional transit hub: tiled floors, a reception desk that works efficiently, and a small seating area where people check phones. It suits budget travellers who want a clean bed, working air conditioning, and easy access to the Skytrain rather than character or atmosphere. Think of it as a reliable base for sleeping, not lingering.
Chroniken von Bangkok
Bangkok began as a small trading post during the Ayutthaya period, but became the capital in 1782 when King Rama I moved the seat of power across the river from Thonburi. He commissioned the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, setting the template for a city of ornate temples and canals. Over the 20th century, Bangkok rapidly modernised, with skyscrapers, expressways and the Skytrain carving through a fabric of old shophouses and temples. Today, it's a sprawling metropolis where street food stalls sit beneath luxury malls, and long-tail boats still ply the Chao Phraya River alongside tourist ferries.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Bangkok-Guide →Die besten Monate
November to February: cooler, drier air and lower humidity make exploring the Grand Palace or markets much more comfortable. December and January also bring festive lights along Ratchadamri Road.
Peak / Festival Surge
December is the peak for weather and Christmas/New Year tourism; hotel rates across the city jump 30-50% compared to low season. Chinese New Year in late January/February also spikes demand.
Budget Schulter Saison
March to May is hot but cheaper than peak, though April's Songkran (water festival) pushes prices up briefly. September and October offer the deepest discounts as monsoon rains discourage crowds, but expect daily downpours.
Wetter & Verpackung
July is in the wet season: expect short, heavy tropical storms most afternoons. Pack a lightweight, quick-dry jacket and waterproof footwear – flip-flops are fine but anything leather will suffer.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Bangkok
- The BTS Skytrain's Green Line extension to Khu Khot opened fully in 2023, making northern suburbs more accessible; but Sukhumvit Line trains remain crowded during rush hours.
- A new direct train link from Bangkok to Vientiane, Laos, via the Nong Khai bridge started in 2024, useful for overland travel from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal.
- Bangkok's air quality deteriorates in late dry season (February-March) but in July, the rains usually keep PM2.5 levels moderate.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to New Empire, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th floor or higher, facing away from the main road. These rooms are above the street-level noise and offer a quieter stay.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, especially those facing the street. The hotel's Bangkok address suggests a busy road, and these lower floors will pick up traffic noise. Also skip rooms near the single lift shaft—you'll hear it all day.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (4th floor and higher) facing away from the road give a decent view over the neighbouring rooftops. Don't expect a landmark vista; this is a 3-star city hotel.
Quietest floors
4th floor and above.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main Bangkok thoroughfare. Traffic hums from early morning until late night. The single lift shaft is audible in adjacent rooms, especially on 2nd and 3rd floors.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, the hotel has limited parking—arrive before 4pm to secure a spot. 2. Check-in desk can be busy; arrive after 2pm for a smoother process. 3. Ask at reception for a room on the 4th floor or higher—they'll often oblige if available.
- 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 — New Empire
Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 devices per room. No login/password required; speed approx. 20 Mbps down (fair for browsing, spotty for video calls at peak hours). No paid upgrade tier.
One lift serves all 6 floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary physical newspapers or digital newsstand. Lobby TV shows Thai news channels only.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 (free). Late check-out until 13:00 for ฿500, until 18:00 for ฿1,000; subject to availability.
Free luggage storage on day of arrival/departure; left at bell desk, no ticket system — just a tag.
No step-free access at main entrance (two steps up). Narrow lift fits wheelchairs but no turning space inside. No accessible rooms or grab rails. Staff can assist with luggage.
No on-site parking. Closest public car park: River City Parking (3-min walk), ฿30 per hour / ฿200 overnight (20:00–08:00). No EV charging.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None (no separate city tax charged by this property)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking (non-refundable rates) or first night deposit for flexible; ฿1,000 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: คริสตจักรไมตรีจิต (156 m · ~2 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: สมาคมกว๋องสิวแห่งประเทศไทย (509 m · ~6 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดไตรมิตรวิทยารามวรวิหาร (544 m · ~7 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดพลับพลาชัย (593 m · ~7 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
แอมพาร์ค — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
อุทยาน 100 ปี จุฬาลงกรณ์มหาวิทยาลัย — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
ศูนย์ประวัติศาสตร์เยาวราช — 597 m · ~7 min walk
A Katanyu Comedy Club — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Thanachart — 470 m · ~6 min walk
Hiap Heng — 582 m · ~7 min walk
7-Eleven — 431 m · ~5 min walk
สถานีกรุงเทพ (หัวลำโพง) — 387 m · ~5 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other local exchange booths in the city for best rates; avoid airport and hotel desks—they give 5-10% worse rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in malls, hotels, and chain restaurants; small shops, street stalls, and taxis are cash-only; contactless is common but not universal.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares, leave 20-50 THB for good restaurant service, and 20 THB per bag for hotel porters.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-stall iced coffee or iced tea for about 20-40 THB.
Plate of pad Thai or rice with stir-fry from a food court or street stall for 50-80 THB.
Main course at a local restaurant—like stir-fried basil chicken with rice—around 80-120 THB.
Bangkok's street food is everywhere: Yaowarat Road (Chinatown), Sukhumvit Soi 38, and around Khao San Road are typical clusters.
Big C and Tesco Lotus (now Lotus's) are the common budget supermarkets.
Chatuchak Weekend Market for cheap new and second-hand clothes, or Platinum Fashion Mall for wholesale-priced basics.
BTS Skytrain day pass (150 THB) or single tickets (17-62 THB); from Suvarnabhumi Airport, take the Airport Rail Link (45 THB) to Phaya Thai then connect to BTS.
Eat at food courts in shopping malls (like MBK or Siam Centre) for clean, cheap meals; use the BTS/MRT instead of taxis to avoid traffic; buy bottled water from 7-Eleven (7-10 THB) instead of hotel or street prices.
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 New Empire
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Thanachart — 470 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Hiap Heng — 582 m · ~7 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 New Empire?
Request a room on the 4th floor or higher, facing away from the main road. These rooms are above the street-level noise and offer a quieter stay.
Which rooms should I avoid at New Empire?
Avoid rooms on the 2nd and 3rd floors, especially those facing the street. The hotel's Bangkok address suggests a busy road, and these lower floors will pick up traffic noise. Also skip rooms near the single lift shaft—you'll hear it all day.
Is New Empire noisy?
The hotel is on a main Bangkok thoroughfare. Traffic hums from early morning until late night. The single lift shaft is audible in adjacent rooms, especially on 2nd and 3rd floors.
Which rooms have the best views at New Empire?
Rooms on the upper floors (4th floor and higher) facing away from the road give a decent view over the neighbouring rooftops. Don't expect a landmark vista; this is a 3-star city hotel.
What are insider tips for staying at New Empire?
1. If you drive, the hotel has limited parking—arrive before 4pm to secure a spot. 2. Check-in desk can be busy; arrive after 2pm for a smoother process. 3. Ask at reception for a room on the 4th floor or higher—they'll often oblige if available.
What time is check-in at New Empire?
Check-in at New Empire is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does New Empire have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for up to 4 devices per room. No login/password required; speed approx. 20 Mbps down (fair for browsing, spotty for video calls at peak hours). No paid upgrade tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at New Empire?
None (no separate city tax charged by this property)
Where can I eat cheaply near New Empire?
Plate of pad Thai or rice with stir-fry from a food court or street stall for 50-80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from New Empire?
BTS Skytrain day pass (150 THB) or single tickets (17-62 THB); from Suvarnabhumi Airport, take 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, drier air and lower humidity make exploring the Grand Palace or markets much more comfortable. December and January also bring festive lights along Ratchadamri Road.
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.