Find Cheap Hostels in Bangkok

By staying at a hostel you can reduce your spending on accommodations and use more of your money for exploring during your stay. You can check out the temples and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices, and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start looking: Ploy Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Khaosan Road. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with showers, lockers, and bed sheets. Backpack Station - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Phra Khanong BTS Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find free toiletries in all rooms. Barn and Bed Hostel - 2-minute walk from Phrom Phong BTS Station for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find showers, free toiletries, and free bottled water in all rooms. Best Bed Suvarnabhumi - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers, and free toiletries in all rooms. VX The Fifty - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of On Nut BTS Station. Property features include free WiFi, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Bangkok, one of Expedia’s 516 hostels could be a great choice.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and May with an average temp of 89°F, while the coldest months are December and January with an average of 84°F. The rainiest months in Bangkok are October, September, August, and July, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.

Generally, Bangkok is known for its temples, monuments, and restaurants. Major attractions include Siam Paragon Mall, Pratunam Market, and Terminal 21 Shopping Mall. Get out into nature with places like Lumphini Park, Benjakitti Park, and Chao Praya River. Cultural attractions include Jim Thompson House Museum, Thailand Cultural Centre, and Bangkok National Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in Bangkok in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Suvarnabhumi Intl. Airport (BKK), located 14.9 mi (24 km) away. An alternative is Don Mueang Intl. Airport (DMK), situated 12.7 mi (20.5 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Walk to nearby metro stations like Siam BTS Station, Rachathewi BTS Station, and National Stadium BTS Station. To see more of the area, take a train from Bangkok Makkasan Station, Yommarat, or Bangkok Train Station.