New Siam II
50 Trok Rong Mai, 10200 | Chanasongkram, Bangkok 10200, Thailand
If you’re looking for a guest house in Bangkok that offers good value for your money, the New Siam II is worth considering. We’ve had the unfortunate luck to arrive late in Bangkok late in the evening with no options for accommodations except the massive roach-infested guest houses on Khao San. This is not the case at New Siam II. The best thing about it is its central location. Situated near Soi Rambuttri and Khao San Road, the New Siam II is set far enough away from the action on Khao San to ensure a peaceful night’s sleep. The Chao Praya Pier is also nearby, allowing instant and easy access to locations across the city.
Rooms start at around 840 Baht per night. The rooms are clean, comfortable and bright, but very basic. The New Siam II as it is a popular guest house with backpackers and we’ve learned to book ahead during high season.
Each room is equipped with either a fan or A/C, but be aware that the electricity goes off when you leave the room, so if you’re expecting to return to an icy-cold room after a full day of shopping in the heat and humidity, you can forget about it!
We also like that each room comes equipped with a scale for weighing luggage.
We found the staff at New Siam II to be quite friendly and efficient. We have never had any problems in our dealings with them. Our requests have been met with patience and a friendly smile. We don’t, however, use the travel desk there. We have found cheaper deals elsewhere.
The New Siam II Restaurant is a bit on the pricey side, but it’s a nice option for breakfast. There is even a small swimming pool for guests. Laundry services and Internet are available for a fee, as are left luggage services (15B per piece per day), which are a nice option if you need to store your luggage short or long term. We recommend New Siam because it is a safe and secure place for travelers of all ages.
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