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La propiedad — Backpack Station
Backpack Station is a budget hostel-hotel hybrid on Khao San Road, with a concrete lobby that smells of laundry and pad thai. Its main asset is location: you step onto Bangkok’s backpacker spine within seconds. Rooms are basic, clean and air-conditioned, with no pretence of luxury. It suits solo travellers, night-market prowlers, and anyone who prioritises budget and party access over peace and quiet.
Crónicas de Bangkok
Bangkok began as a small trading post during the Ayutthaya kingdom, then became the capital in 1782 under King Rama I, who built the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew. The 19th and 20th centuries saw rapid modernisation: canals were filled for roads, skyscrapers rose alongside temples, and the city grew into a sprawling metropolitan region of over 10 million. Today it balances a deep Buddhist heritage—more than 400 temples—with a hyper-commercial, street-food-fueled energy. The Chao Phraya river remains its historic spine, still crowded with ferries and long-tail boats.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Bangkok →Los mejores meses
November to February: cool, dry, low humidity, and the city is at its most comfortable for walking and sightseeing.
Peak / Festival Surge
December and January are peak tourist months, spurred by European winter holidays and the annual Bangkok Cinema Festival. Hotel prices can double; Khao San Road becomes a crush of people.
La temporada del hombro
March, April and October offer lower prices and fewer crowds, though March and April are hot (35°C+). October sees the tail of the wet season but still decent weather.
Tiempo y embalaje
Bangkok’s climate has two main seasons: the cool season (Nov–Feb) and the hot-wet season (Mar–Oct). July is squarely in the rainy season: pack a lightweight, packable rain jacket and waterproof sandals—umbrellas are cheap to buy locally.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Bangkok
- The BTS Skytrain Green Line extension to Khu Khot is now running fully, making parts of northern Bangkok easier to reach without taxis.
- Khao San Road has banned street-side tables after 10 pm on weekends, reducing the late-night chaos that used to spill into traffic.
- Wat Phra Kaew and the Grand Palace have introduced timed-entry e-tickets to manage crowds; book at least a week ahead for a morning slot.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Backpack Station, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing away from the main street (towards the inner courtyard). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but within easy stair-walking distance if you want to skip the lift queue.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft — they suffer from footfall and mechanical hum. Also skip any ground-floor rooms backing onto the street; they get traffic rumble until late.
Best views
Inner courtyard view from floors 4-6 — you see a slice of Bangkok skyline without direct traffic. Street-side rooms on high floors give a busy city scene but trade quiet for vista.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest — far enough from street level and the roof (which may host a bar or machinery).
🔊 Noise notes
Bangkok's side streets (sois) have motorcycles and tuk-tuks until midnight; the hotel's address on a main soi means constant low-level traffic. Lift doors slam, and the lobby can echo. Thick curtains help, but earplugs recommended.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 3pm to request a room change on arrival — staff are flexible if you're polite and the hotel isn't full. 2. Ask for a room with a minibar (3-star standard) even if not listed; they often have fridges for your water and snacks.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Backpack Station
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed sufficient for browsing and messaging (approx 15 Mbps download); no login required, just select network
No lift – the hostel occupies floors 1–4 with only stairs; no historic wings
No newspapers; a few English-language guidebooks in common area; no digital newsstand
Check-in from 14:00; bag drop from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 costs 200 THB, after 12:00 charged half-night rate
Free storage at reception on day of check-out until 22:00; no overnight storage
No step-free access – entrance has two steps and no ramp; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; no lift
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is at Khaosan Road Park (100 THB per night for cars); no EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a 500 THB refundable deposit for key card and towel collected at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Buddhist temple: วัดใต้ (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดมหาบุศย์ (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: วัดสะพาน (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Century The Movie Plaza Sukhumvit — 61 m · ~1 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 26 m · ~1 min walk
Boots — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
7-Eleven — 49 m · ~1 min walk
อ่อนนุช — 96 m · ~1 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
SuperRich kiosks in the city centre give much better rates than banks or airport counters; avoid exchange booths at tourist sites offering poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in malls and big restaurants; cash essential for street stalls, taxis, and small shops; contactless is common but not universal.
Not expected; round up taxi fares or leave 20–50 THB change for good service in restaurants; tip hotel staff 20–50 THB only for direct help.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Local iced coffee (oliang) from street carts or coffee shop chains around 40–60 THB.
Pad Thai or rice dish from a street stall or food court for 50–80 THB.
Tom yum or stir-fry with rice from a local restaurant for 100–150 THB per main.
Yaowarat (Chinatown) and Khao San Road area have dense food stalls; also look for soi street markets anywhere in the old city.
Big C, Tesco Lotus, and 7-Eleven are common; avoid overpriced mini-marts near temples.
Chatuchak Weekend Market for cheap clothes; Pratunam Market for wholesale basics; H&M and Uniqlo in malls like Siam Paragon or CentralWorld.
BTS Skytrain or MRT Metro: single trips 16–60 THB, no day pass; from Suvarnabhumi Airport, take Airport Rail Link (45 THB) to Phaya Thai then BTS. From Don Mueang, take A1/A2 bus (30 THB) to Mo Chit BTS.
Eat at food courts in shopping malls for clean, cheap meals; drink tap water from your hotel (safe in Bangkok) and refill bottles; haggle at markets but start at half the asking price.
bueno saber — Bangkok
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.31 · 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 Backpack Station
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 26 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Boots — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
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.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Backpack Station?
Request a room on floors 3 to 5 facing away from the main street (towards the inner courtyard). These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but within easy stair-walking distance if you want to skip the lift queue.
Which rooms should I avoid at Backpack Station?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft — they suffer from footfall and mechanical hum. Also skip any ground-floor rooms backing onto the street; they get traffic rumble until late.
Is Backpack Station noisy?
Bangkok's side streets (sois) have motorcycles and tuk-tuks until midnight; the hotel's address on a main soi means constant low-level traffic. Lift doors slam, and the lobby can echo. Thick curtains help, but earplugs recommended.
Which rooms have the best views at Backpack Station?
Inner courtyard view from floors 4-6 — you see a slice of Bangkok skyline without direct traffic. Street-side rooms on high floors give a busy city scene but trade quiet for vista.
What are insider tips for staying at Backpack Station?
1. Check in after 3pm to request a room change on arrival — staff are flexible if you're polite and the hotel isn't full. 2. Ask for a room with a minibar (3-star standard) even if not listed; they often have fridges for your water and snacks.
What time is check-in at Backpack Station?
Check-in at Backpack Station is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Backpack Station have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed sufficient for browsing and messaging (approx 15 Mbps download); no login required, just select network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Backpack Station?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Backpack Station?
Pad Thai or rice dish from a street stall or food court for 50–80 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Backpack Station?
BTS Skytrain or MRT Metro: single trips 16–60 THB, no day pass; from Suvarnabhumi Airport, take Airport Rail Link (45 THB) to Phaya Thai then BTS. From Don Mueang, take A1/A2 bus (30 THB) to Mo Chit BTS.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
November to February: cool, dry, low humidity, and the city is at its most comfortable for walking and sightseeing.
Principales atracciones en 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.