Tips for a Cost-Effective Stay in Bangkok: Enjoying Your Vacation the Smart Way

Maintaining a tight budget on your visit to Bangkok might seem unlikely, given how much the city has developed over the past several years. However, there are quite a few ways to enjoy your stay without breaking your bank account.

Aim for the Off-Peak Season

If you want to save when booking accommodation, consider visiting during the off-peak season (May – September) when hotel prices drop. Although this is the ‘rainy season’, you’ll only get isolated showers instead of constant downpours.

Try Street Food 

If you don’t want to constantly spend too much on restaurant/hotel food, head to the city’s vibrant street food stalls. Not only do you get instant flavourful food for more than half the price, but it’s also one of the best things to do in Bangkok to try authentic cuisine.

Prioritise Street Shopping

For all its modern shopping malls, Bangkok’s street markets continue to be bustling hotspots where you can purchase virtually anything for cheaper prices. Popular markets like Pratunam Market, Pantip Plaza and those along Khaosan Road are easily accessible from hotels like Tinidee Trendy Bangkok Khaosan.

Get a Skytrain Pass

Rather than spending on expensive cab fares to get around, using Bangkok’s BTS Skytrain is a faster, more affordable option, as it offers a few pass card options. You can get the one-day unlimited pass with a 140 baht value or a Rabbit card with a 100 baht value which is valid for 7 years!