Mention "Bangkok" and images of its countless temples, modern shopping malls, diverse culinary offerings and pulsating nightlife will come to mind. These offerings and more are the main reasons why Bangkok is such a popular haven for tourists and business travelers looking for a uniquely enjoyable yet affordable experience.

However, to be truly able to appreciate this wonderful city and all that it has to offer, you would first have to select a hotel that would be your base during your stay. A good hotel that conforms to your expectations of great value, high service standards, accessible location or attractive amenities, goes a long way in making your stay in Bangkok a memorable one. You would be pleasantly surprised to discover that many hotels located throughout the city have these attributes and more. Hence, I would be pleased to assist in your search for your ideal hotel in Bangkok by providing the following useful information.

In Bangkok, it is generally easy to find hotels in different price ranges that offer great value in the form of modern amenities, friendly service and convenient locations for a relatively low price. This is because of the attractive exchange rates between your home currency and the Thai Baht, which makes hotel accommodation more affordable without compromising on the quality. For example, you would pay as much for a 2-star hotel in the West as a 3- or 4-star hotel in this city, making it a good deal for all travelers.

Whether you are looking for cheap hostels to stay the night, a comfortable budget hotel with swimming pool or a luxury hotel with top-notch business facilities, you can find them easily in Bangkok’s main districts. Particularly, if you are on a budget and do not mind smaller rooms, there are many budget hotels that can be found at or near the city centre, eliminating the need for you to travel to the outskirts to search for them, as is the case for many other cities.

Saving money on your hotels is a wise move as it frees up your expenditure for other activities such as shopping, dining and exploration of this exciting city. What’s more, if you travel to Bangkok during the low season months of March to November, you can enjoy lower room rates offer by these hotels. Let us explore which districts in Bangkok you can consider for your specific hotel needs and budget.

If money is not an issue during your stay in Bangkok, why not consider a deluxe 5-star hotel in the wealthy Sukhumvit district for the ultimate pampering experience? Here, you get to not only enjoy the comforts that accompany your luxurious stay but can also indulge in a large variety of fine international cuisine served by the numerous restaurants in this area, and partake in a vibrant clubbing scene which attracts an international clientele.

To cater to the influx of high-spending visitors, it is thus no surprise that famous international hotel chains and boutique hotels are commonly found here. Sukhumvit also has the welcome benefit of being in the middle of Bangkok which makes it easy for you to access other parts of the city.

A similar option would be the Silom district, the corporate and financial center of Bangkok which is also home to the most highly-rated 5-star hotels in the city, as well as a concentration of top-end restaurants and trendy bars.

If you are on a more modest budget, a less expensive option is to go for budget hotels, and there is no better place in Bangkok to search for them than at Khaosan Road. This area is a haven for budget tourists and backpackers alike, with a satisfactory selection of cheap accommodation from basic dormitory-style guesthouses to 3-star hotels. Even the amenities in the area are catered specifically to the budget-conscious crowd, with plenty of affordable dining and entertainment options which create a relaxed atmosphere.

Budget hotels can be found virtually everywhere in Bangkok, including the more upscale districts, but you can also try searching at Yaowarat Road, which is the centre of Bangkok’s Chinatown and is home to a numerous vendors selling a wide variety of goods at wholesale prices. If you are visiting Bangkok primarily to shop, I suggest that you can also consider staying in Siam Square, which places you in the vicinity of Bangkok’s prime shopping district.

You may wonder how to get around Bangkok from your hotels, especially if your hotel is located in a less accessible location. You can consider the following modes of transport that are available in the city – taxi, Tuk Tuk, Sky Train (BTS), Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), river transport and buses.

However, my recommendation would be to walk or take a taxi to the nearest BTS or MRT rail station to get around by train as the trains are not only quick, clean and affordable, they also allow you to escape the heat and congested roads that Bangkok is known for. Furthermore, the rail stations are located near some of the major tourist attractions in Bangkok.