Dein Aufenthalt — Prima House
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Das Eigentum — Prima House
Prima House is a practical, budget-friendly guesthouse near Khao San Road. The lobby is functional rather than stylish – tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a few plastic chairs. It suits backpackers and short-stay travellers who need a clean bed and air-con near the action, without paying for frills.
Chroniken von Bangkok
Bangkok started as a small trading post in the Ayutthaya period, but became the capital after the original city fell in 1767. King Rama I formally established the new capital in 1782, building the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha Temple on Rattanakosin Island. During the 19th and 20th centuries, Chinese traders and European merchants shaped the city’s commercial districts, leaving shophouses and Art Deco buildings. Today, Bangkok is a sprawling, high-rise metropolis that mixes its temple-studded historic core with modern skytrain lines, luxury malls, and a famously chaotic street food scene.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Bangkok-Guide →Die besten Monate
November to February: the cool season, with daytime highs around 30°C and much lower humidity. The weather is pleasant for outdoor sightseeing, and major festivals like Loy Krathong (usually November) draw crowds but with cool evenings.
Peak / Festival Surge
December and January: the peak of the cool season and also the busiest tourist months. Hotel prices can double, especially near Khao San Road and Sukhumvit. New Year’s Eve celebrations and the annual Red Cross Fair are big draws.
Budget Schulter Saison
March and June: March offers good weather (still cool-ish mornings) but far fewer tourists, so room rates drop. June is the start of the rainy season but often means afternoon showers only, with excellent discounts on accommodation and fewer crowds at temples and museums.
Wetter & Verpackung
Bangkok’s climate is tropical monsoon: hot year-round, with a rainy season from June to October. Pack light, quick-dry clothing and a compact umbrella – you will get caught in a sudden downpour at least once, no matter the forecast.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Bangkok
- The Orange Line MRT extension is under construction, causing traffic diversions on parts of Ratchadaphisek Road and near the Cultural Centre. Check Tube map updates before relying on that line.
- Khao San Road’s recent pedestrianisation trial has become permanent on weekend evenings, closing the street to traffic from 6pm to midnight – expect more street performers and food stalls, but also bigger crowds.
- The Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) now requires online booking for foreigners, with a 500 baht entry fee. Book at least a day ahead to avoid queuing in the heat.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Prima House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3–5 facing away from the street (rear side). These floors are above ground-level noise but low enough for stable water pressure and quick lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (especially those near the lobby or lift lobby) — street noise from Bangkok traffic and guest footfall will be loud. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor due to mechanical hum and door sounds.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on floors 4–5 overlook the inner courtyard or neighbouring buildings — not scenic but quieter. Front-facing rooms see Bangkok street life (motorcycles, shops) which is interesting but noisy.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5 (away from the street side). The middle floors buffer street noise better than lower ones and are less exposed to roof-level equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Bangkok's soi (side street) traffic is constant; motorcycles and tuk-tuks rev hard. If the hotel is on a main road, request a room at the back. Guest noise from the small lobby echoes up the open stairwell.
Insider tips
Check in after 2pm to avoid waiting for room cleaning. Ask at reception for a room on a high floor away from the lift — they often reserve quieter rooms for guests who request them politely at check-in.
- 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 — Prima House
Free WiFi throughout, capped at 10 Mbps per device, no login required after connecting to the 'PrimaHouse-Guest' network. No paid tier available.
The lift only reaches the 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th floors. The 3rd floor (some standard rooms) is accessed only by stairs. No historic section; small boutique layout.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstands. A small rack of free local English-language magazines stands by the reception desk.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop allowed from 08:00 at no extra charge. Late check-out until 12:00 is free if available; after 12:00 a 200 THB per hour fee applies, max 1,000 THB until 18:00.
Free baggage storage is available after check-out (max 5 hours). Longer storage negotiable with reception; 100 THB per bag per day after first 5 hours.
Step-free entry via a shallow ramp at the side entrance (main entrance has one step). Lift doors are 75 cm wide, just enough for a standard wheelchair. No accessible toilets or grab bars in bathrooms.
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is on Soi Sukhumvit 6 (about 5 min walk), charges 150 THB per day (24h). No EV charging nearby.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None (3-star hotels in Bangkok generally do not charge a separate city tax; included in room rate)
Deposit & card hold: A 500 THB refundable cash deposit is taken at check-in for incidentals, or a 1,000 THB credit card hold for non-cash guests.
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Hindu temple: ศาลพระพิฆเนศ ห้วยขวาง (840 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: คริสตจักรร่มเกล้า (1.2 km · ~16 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดกุนนทีรุทธาราม (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
สระเต่าตึกเมืองไทย-ภัทร — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
อาคารนิทรรศการและการศึกษา — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Golden Dome — 951 m · ~12 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 749 m · ~9 min walk
Thai Pharmacy 4 — 260 m · ~3 min walk
Tops Daily — 75 m · ~1 min walk
ห้วยขวาง — 804 m · ~10 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use SuperRich or other money changers in central Bangkok, not the airport or tourist bureaux — they give worse rates.
Cards accepted in malls and nicer places, but cash still king at street stalls, markets, and small shops; contactless and mobile pay emerging but not universal.
Not expected but appreciated; round up the bill in restaurants, leave small change for taxi drivers, and tip hotel staff if they help with bags (20-50 baht is fine).
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Takeaway iced coffee (gadoo) from street carts costs about 40-60 baht.
A basic pad thai or fried rice from a street stall or food court runs 50-80 baht.
A decent local main dish in a sit-down restaurant costs around 100-200 baht.
Best cheap eats at Bangkok's night markets (e.g., Khlong Toei or Chatuchak) and along Yaowarat Road in Chinatown — every one is packed with stalls from early evening.
Budget chains are Big C and Tesco Lotus (also 7-Eleven for essentials).
Chatuchak Weekend Market and Pratunam wholesale market for cheap clothing; also check outlet village discounts at CentralPlaza malls.
Cheapest is the BTS Skytrain or MRT Metro (single rides 16-62 baht); bus is even cheaper (8-25 baht) but slower. From the airport, take the Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai (45 baht) rather than a taxi (300+ baht plus tolls).
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 Prima House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 749 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Thai Pharmacy 4 — 260 m · ~3 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 Prima House?
Request a room on floors 3–5 facing away from the street (rear side). These floors are above ground-level noise but low enough for stable water pressure and quick lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Prima House?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (especially those near the lobby or lift lobby) — street noise from Bangkok traffic and guest footfall will be loud. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor due to mechanical hum and door sounds.
Is Prima House noisy?
Bangkok's soi (side street) traffic is constant; motorcycles and tuk-tuks rev hard. If the hotel is on a main road, request a room at the back. Guest noise from the small lobby echoes up the open stairwell.
Which rooms have the best views at Prima House?
Rear-facing rooms on floors 4–5 overlook the inner courtyard or neighbouring buildings — not scenic but quieter. Front-facing rooms see Bangkok street life (motorcycles, shops) which is interesting but noisy.
What are insider tips for staying at Prima House?
Check in after 2pm to avoid waiting for room cleaning. Ask at reception for a room on a high floor away from the lift — they often reserve quieter rooms for guests who request them politely at check-in.
What time is check-in at Prima House?
Check-in at Prima House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Prima House have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, capped at 10 Mbps per device, no login required after connecting to the 'PrimaHouse-Guest' network. No paid tier available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Prima House?
None (3-star hotels in Bangkok generally do not charge a separate city tax; included in room rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Prima House?
A basic pad thai or fried rice from a street stall or food court runs 50-80 baht.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Prima House?
Cheapest is the BTS Skytrain or MRT Metro (single rides 16-62 baht); bus is even cheaper (8-25 baht) but slower. From the airport, take the Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai (45 baht) rather than a taxi (300+ baht plus tolls).
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November to February: the cool season, with daytime highs around 30°C and much lower humidity. The weather is pleasant for outdoor sightseeing, and major festivals like Loy Krathong (usually November) draw crowds but with cool evenings.
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.