Khaosan Palace, BangkokKhaosan Palace in Bangkok, Thailand has a corrected score of 2.3 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 316 of 319 hotels we score in Bangkok. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.0 before correction: Booking.com 2.2, Tripadvisor 1.7.Khaosan Palace is a three-star budget boutique hotel situated on Khao San Road in central Bangkok. It serves travellers looking for an affordable base within the city's well-known backpacker district, close to Soi Rambuttri and Wat Po Temple. The property includes a rooftop swimming pool with a poolside bar, an internet centre, and a 24-hour food store. Guests can access tour desks for local or interstate trips and benefit from complimentary high-speed WiFi. While the location is central for sightseeing, the nearby nightlife means music can be loud during the night. The rooms feature traditional interior styling and the staff provide 24-hour front desk service.What stands out

Rooftop pool and bar

Central Khao San location

Helpful staff members

Affordable pricing

Watch out for

Loud nighttime music

Unreliable hot water

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