Phranakorn Nornlen Hotel

Thailand , Bangkok
BANGKOK, 46 Thewet Soi 1 Krung Kaseam Rd Bangkhunphrom Phra
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10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2026

Angela

This property is a little gem. It has laundry facilities you can use for a fee, the decor is eclectic, and the relaxing areas are well thought out spaces.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2026

Christine

Absolutely an adorable little boutique hotel with so much character. Staff were very kind, polite and helpful. Room was lovely. Location was ideal. Would definitely stay here again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2025

Tanya

So quiet and so beautiful. Well connected to nature in such a busy city.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Dec 2025

Rebecca

A lovely oasis from the streets around. Lovely people, good value for money. Only issue was a very hard bed and concrete hard pillow. Otherwise it was a great place to stay for 7 nights.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Nov 2025

Daniel

Great staff! Unique rooms

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

23 Nov 2025

Deanna

This small & quaint hotel makes you feel like you are staying in a friend’s house in the middle of the city. The rooms & property are safe & clean. Uniquely & mindfully decorated. The rooms each had their own unique style & modest for a comfortable weeks stay. The cafe connected Ted to the hotel prepared delicious & homemade pastries & meals. 100% would stay here again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Sep 2025

Ortal

Amazing staff, gave us everything we needed

Business Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2025

Nia

Loved staying at this establishment. If you are looking for somewhere away from the city center and a more authentic local experience, this hotel is in a great location. Multiple unassuming local restaurants with simple yet homey food. The hotel itself is beautifully decorated and well-accommodating. The staff truly went out of their way to help me acquire a local syrup which I really appreciated. The place is on the older side so be mindful that certain modern conveniences may not be as accessible; such as no fridge or tv in the room, and slower charging outlets, but you will have everything you need to survive and explore and it is well worth it. Also note the hotel is a great attraction to families with young children, so if loud kids running around is not tolerable, this may not be for you. Overall, I enjoyed my stay as a solo traveler and would consider this place again.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2025

Emily

The hotel was in an easy area to navigate and the staff was so lovely!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2025

Claudio

Good place in all

Nice cozy stay cheap and clean I do recommend also for backpackers

Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2025

George

Lovely property with friendly staff. I’ve stayed here twice and will happily stay again.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

31 Oct 2024

Richard

Great location, amazing staff, and very nice and unique grounds.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

23 Aug 2024

Maurice

Very unique with its quirky French style and collection of old TVs from 60s and 70s, grandfather clock and paraphernalia. Staff were excellent. Problems though included climbing 3 flights of steep stairs to our small room,
limited menu that included semi-western breakfast that missed an opportunity to include a classic French breakfast ot classic 'American' or English breakfast. Also, the hotel didn't offer dinner even though there really wasn't much available in the area. No TV or kettle was perhaps in character but again suited an adventurous back packer more than someone looking for a comfortable stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2024

Robert

Quite clean smile good food great management

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Feb 2024

Verified traveler

Perfect

3 nights enjoyed in the hotel. Great quiet location, you would not of known you were in the centre of Bangkok.
Lovely room, simple but very comfy. Great breakfasts. Also nice to have an outdoor area to relax after a hectic day sightseeing. Highly recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2024

brian

Absolutely lovely hotel. Very quirky and a nice change from normal chain hotels. Breakfast was very nice and staff were very nice and helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jan 2024

Rachel

This is a very cozy hotel situated away from the noise of the city yet still walkable to some great spots like the night markets. The staff here were very friendly and helpful. I especially enjoyed having breakfast in the courtyard every morning.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2024

Barbara

We loved our stay here. Many walkable restaurants, ease of tuk tuk or taxi and fairly close proximity to major attractions. The little gems of exploring this neighbourhood were the best!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2024

Raika

I have been staying at the property since 2008. The hotel is a hidden oasis in the middle of Bangkok, the staff are lovely and the charm is the place has captured my heart forever.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2023

Kyle

If you’re staying in Bangkok, you NEED to stay here. Away from the noise of the city, a sanctuary during your trip.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2023

Juli

The hotel staff are friendly and very helpful. I love the rustic style hotel and the area surrounding that’s quiet. Hopefully we’ll return again soon.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Aug 2023

Alexa

Nice quiet place

8/10

Excellent

22 Feb 2023

mark

Wonderful staff with a very unique and peaceful environment will be returning next year.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Feb 2023

mark

Wonderful staff and uniqueness of hotel

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jan 2023

Yumiko

Every details are so cute and relaxing. Love this place!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jan 2023

Dia

The hotel is hidden in an alley way so it is pretty quiet. There are local street vendors nearby selling delicious food. The hotel is very unique-I only wish we had stayed longer to be able to enjoy the amenities.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Dec 2022

YEHEZKEL

Highly recommend

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2022

Amanda

Every time I visit here, I feel like I’m home. It’s a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, and offers a nice place to refresh midday as well. The staff are always friendly and super helpful, going above and beyond the call of duty. They helped me to find unique things to do and called the resort I would be visiting next to help with questions about my transfer. The welcome drink was a bonus and they even accommodated me being vegan by making special and unique dishes that were delicious! If you were a bread lover, they freshly bake croissants in the morning and the smell fills the air of the hotel. Laundry on site is genius! Highly recommend a stay here, if you’re traveling to Bangkok!
*In previous visits (pre-covid), they also offered in-house massage, cooking classes that were absolutely phenomenal, and a bar on the roof with incredible views of a wat (temple) nearby and the Rama IX bridge. Hopefully, they will have these amenities back up and running soon! It was one of my favorite features.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2022

Harry

Beautiful mind

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2022

Harry

Slow live

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Quirky hotel just north of the old city and most main attractions.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Great stay in Bangkok, will stay again at this great hotel!!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Dec 2019

Edward

Thornton crew Christmas 2019

Very pleased with our stay here. The perfect, tranquil hideaway after a busy day of site seeing. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly and we found the communal areas quiet and relaxing. When we come back to Bancok this will definitely be our first choice. 😊😊😊😊

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

The stall were very friendly and helpful. Good breakfast.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

This place is an absolute gem! Truly an authentic oasis. Best breakfast for your buck (made to order eggs, pancakes, noodle soup, salad and more!) and atmosphere make for gorgeous mornings. Kind and helpful staff. Clean, adorable rooms. We had a balcony with an amazing view. Bathrooms are clean and spacious. Excellent amenities in the room and for sale at the gift shop, coin laundry, and comfortable clean lounge area with cuddly cats. It’s close to all the big Old Bangkok landmarks, very easy to get around and they even give you a card for taxis, very helpful for non-Thai speakers. Cannot praise this place enough, we will definitely be back. We wished we’d stayed there sooner, had we known we would have been there for our whole trip!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Dec 2019

Jenn

This hotel is fabulous & cosy. The entire hotel is decorated and hand painted, with such attention to detail. It’s quirky, but in the best way.

The included breakfast was fabulous and fresh. Lots of variety to cater for everyone.

There’s communal fridges to keep your drinks and snacks fresh. A washing machine and dryer (coins can be changed at the front desk). And a beautiful rooftop garden that is especially exquisite at night. The resident cats in the ground floor were a family favourite.

We felt very safe and secure, with the front desk being staffed 24 hours. There’s a 7-11 on the corner of the lane, with an ATM. And there’s a pretty awesome restaurant (TonHomPakChee) on the corner of two main roads, only a few minutes walk from the hotel.

The only detraction is the location is a bit further away from main tourist hotspots than we thought. Having said that Tuktuks and taxis are easy to find.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Wonderful staff, incredible breakfast set up, unique decor and extremely clean rooms - and an awesome cooking class! We love discovering the alleys around this hotel. It’s definitely slow, local life. It’s comfortable and cozy. They even accommodate for vegans at breakfast if you ask kindly. :) It just feels like home! The only thing to offer would be some form of transport - maybe an hourly shuttle to the BTS or something.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Nov 2019

Amy

Family Trip

Wonderful eccentric lodgings. Clean and comfortable. Excellent buffet breakfast. Loved the welcome drink. Not a standard western hotel room in the best possible way.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Had an excellent stay at Phranakorn Nornlen just in time for Loy Krathong. The room was scrupulously clean, comfortable, and cozy. The entire hotel is thoughtfully designed and taken care of. Cute and functional details are everywhere. The outdoor eating area and covered platform make a nice oasis where you can read or hang out with small kids. On-site laundry machines were very handy. Meals were tasty and fresh, and we enjoyed the staff's Loy Krathong workshop! A unique place to stay. It's not accessible to MRT or BTS but we used Grab to get around/to get to transit hubs and it was effective and cheap. Two cats on site, very chill and friendly.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

I was quite impressed with the cuteness and details that Phranakorn-Nornlen has. From before walking through the gate with my name on a welcome board to the cool drink received during check-in, people taking my luggage to the room, comfortable bedding, enjoyable breakfast options even for my gluten-, dairy-, and soy-free diet, constant friendly faces, and an enjoyable pad-thai cooking class. I just felt treated better here than at many, many of my other hundred nights a year on the road I go.

My only niggle is that wifi last 2 hours and 20 minutes before expiring and requiring connecting again. As a digital worker in constant daily calls, this was a frustrating challenge everyday.

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

This is the anti-resort hotel where the beds are hard, the service is warm and friendly, the breakfasts are amazing vegetarian, and the eclectic decor will keep you looking. Very much a community villa on a soi in downtown Bangkok. Great value for the money.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

05 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Property was ok overall, the design is charming and the property was clean

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Great common area and delicious breakfast! Rooms are on the small side but clean and comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2019

Valaiphorn

Great for weekend staycation

Best for weekend staycation to breathe the hard week day out. Tranquilly located near one of the best street food area as well as the beautiful temples. Great for family staycationers

Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Staff was very friendly. Room was clean and with a well functioning a/c unit and fan. Unlimited cold drinking water. It’s such a unique fun property to stay at. I definitely recommend it and the breakfast was delicious!!!

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

The rooms were amazingly decorated. The lobby looked like a museum. The staff was beyond friendly and helpful and went out of their way to assist in any way they could such as calling taxi, advising about shopping, etc. the food including lunch and breakfast was amazing. I will recommend this hotel to all others!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2019

Kat

Beautiful and unique hotel with each room individually decorated. Located on a quiet area for Bangkok but only a 10 minute walk to a good restaurant area or to the boat stop. Lovely vegetarian breakfast.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

The staff is really accommodating and helpful. Breakfasts are great.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2019

Susan

Enjoyed our stay

Great location, friendly staff, and tasty breakfast.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2019

Rachael

Lovely B&B

We had a great stay at Phranakorn-Nornlen - is now at the top of my list as favourite places to stay. Room for 3 was a great size, clean and just generally very nice. AC worked well (it was very hot when we stayed in April. Staff were all incredibly helpful - nothing was too much trouble. Food was also great - to a high standard, well priced and thoroughly enjoyable. Will definitely come back here if we are ever in Bangkok again.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2019

Verified traveler

The rooms are quiet and clean, the breakfast was phenomenal! I would so stay here again!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2019

KelvinKwok

We stayed for 3 nights in the Family Room which is actually combined with two rooms. There are A/C and ceiling fan so you won't feel hot inside the room. But lighting is a bit dim for me. Very helpful and welcoming staff. On my last day, we checked out at 4:30am but the staff was still very helpful.

Breakfast is included, and is a fresh simple and usually offers selections of homemade bread, omelette, pancakes and a Thai dish. The staff serving the breakfast are nice and love playing with my little daughters. The hotel is not close to any BTS station and you may need to take a taxi (or call GRAB) to the city big station. Usually, a driver in GRAB will respond within 5 minutes, so not difficult to get a taxi.

Overall, a very nice hotel for family and leisure.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2019

Verified traveler

This a very relaxing Guest house. Located on a small street, it is perfect contrast of the Bangkok’s mayhem.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 May 2019

Verified traveler

I like the rustic setting of the place.
They can improve the bathroom by placing shower curtains so that the lavatory and water closet will stay dry.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Style of each room, pipework showers, friendly staff, good food.

Friends_and_family Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Unique boutique. Felt like I was in a whole new world when I stepped off the streets of Bangkok. Excellent staff and breakfast

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2019

Carl

A wonderfully quirky hotel with very friendly staff. I would not hesitate to stay here again next time I am in Bangkok.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2019

Corey

Groovy little hotel nicely located in a quiet small side street. Included breakfast is fresh simple and usually offers selections of homemade bread, omelette, pancakes and a Thai dish. Great staff. Washer/Dryer on the premises for a small fee. Only negatives: the WiFi cuts out way too much, the bed mattresses are WAY too hard (more like box springs). We loved the place and would stay again. Plenty of street food within 1-2 minute walk.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Mar 2019

SANDRA J

Super clean, staff mostly friendly, could be more professional and service orientated.Restaurant outside so mosquitoes.No phone or TV in the room and no toiletries, which would be expected for the cost of the room. In a residential area so no shopping. opportunities or facilities. Overall a pleasant stay. WI FI switches off after 10 mins if not used so you have to sign in again.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2019

Tom

I loved the general style of the hotel including decor and its location. I also really liked the homemade soaps and other items which were available to buy at the hotel.

I had a great time here and felt welcomed by staff who were all to happy to help with any queries we had.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Mar 2019

Ellie

liked the real Bangkok feeling on the premises
good home made brfeakfast from omlets to rice to vegebetales to fruit
the coffee was best ever

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Mar 2019

David

Charming

A charmingly conceived small hotel with an abundance of creative, imaginative and unique murals and decorative accessories with warm, worn patina of naive simplicity - themes of streetscapes, birds, books, plants, teapots... Might be a bit too cute for some tastes but obviously lovely to many. Limited but excellent breakfast with eggs and pancakes to order, a daily Thai special, selection of breads and hot drinks, fruit and salads. Welcoming, helpful staff. Compact but comfortable rooms with a/c and ceiling fan. No tv or minibar but a shared, under-maintained central refrigerator and kettle. Major negative is WiFi connection, only sporadically accessible.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Well-located, great staff. Breakfast is optional but there are good places to eat around with a good price and a 7/11 by the corner. I recommend keeping the card they give you during check-in handy, as it teaches Tuk-tuks and other taxi drivers where the hotel is. The main entrance can be a bit darker in the night, but the neighborhood is in general safe

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2019

Rhonda

Charming hotel

Loved the charm of this hotel. Felt right at home. Staff was amazing. Would definitely recommend.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2019

Linh

Amazing stay

The hosts were always so helpful and had a smile on their face. Everything was so clean and trendy. Beautiful cute hip trendy feel to the hotel. Would stay again!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Feb 2019

Marine

An oasis in the city but not so easy to get around

Nice and rather cozy hotel where one feels good as soon as we've entered the inner courtyard.
Our room was very colorful and overlooking the courtyard and the trees, which was pleasant.
Just a few downsides:
- the location: the hotel is not located alongside the Sky train line, meaning that one needs to grab a cab all the time (which is sometimes not an easy task!)
- the bathroom was pretty basic and the shower water rather cold.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jan 2019

Jamie

Amazing alternative to a regular hotel

Very unique and memorable property. Unfortunately our stay was over the weekend so none of the 'classes' were available. I am sure they would have been a highlight of our trip. The market nearby was very authentic and the water bus stop was right next to it which is a must do in Bangkok.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

The bed was rock hard, shower was just a hanging shower head in the bathroom, no curtain or anything. And on their Expedia listing and several other website listings it said breakfast was included. Breakfast was not included and that’s one of the reasons we chose this place. For 200Baht per person, we said no way and went to find delicious Thai food on the street or close by restaurants for cheaper. Their breakfast was just sad standard American food like eggs, bacon, ham, pancakes etc.... the hotel was cute, and the staff was super helpful and friendly though which was nice.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Jan 2019

Marc

This was a quiet, cozy hotel for our family. The artistic selection of vintage goods made wondering the property itself an experience. The quiet neighborhood was also a relief from hectic Bangkok streets. Loved our stay.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

If you are looking for some swanky high rise, this is not it. But if you are looking for a cozy spot where you are treated as family, you've found it! The value for the money is incredible. I was pleasantly surprised at the cute welcome message outside the entrance to those checking in on that day. The common areas are so peaceful and meditative with natural sunlight coming in and greenery all around. Breakfast every day was delicious with a rotating special dish and other standard options, as well as a buffet style breads, jams, fruit, juices. I did not eat any other meals than breakfast here during but I'm sure they are just as fantastic. The rooms are so comfortable, cozy, and unique. Many times when you stay somewhere it might as well be in the States, but there is no mistaking you are elsewhere here. Excellent water pressure in the rainfall shower. Our room was one double and one twin bed, both were very firm but I slept like a dream anyway. There were not bathroom amenities quite like you would expect in a larger hotel but soap was provided and shampoo and body wash in a wall dispenser. There are laundry facilities at the bottom of the stairs on the main level. Down where this street meets the main road is a convenience store with any necessities you might need. Tons of street food on the main street in the evening including a noodle soup just opposite the 7 Eleven that is so good. Dock for ferry is maybe a five minute walk. Would stay again for sure!

4/10

Poor

08 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

The rooms are very small and the only view of my room was to a very old and in bad shape house.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jan 2019

Paul

A beautiful, hidden gem!

Beautiful hotel, nestled away in a quiet sidestreet. The hotel rooms and commin areas are absolutely gorgeous, and rooms were very clean. Staff are very friendly, pleasant and helpful. The location is good - easily walkable to Khao San road but far enough that it isnt disturbed by the chaos there. Great for couples or families that want to experience Khao San without spending their entire stay there. Only downside is that it is a bit tough to find- siggest including some very specific instructions (in English and Thai) for taxi or tuktuk drivers.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

Quick trip

We stayed here for one night after arriving in Bangkok. Our flight was delayed so we arrived late at night. The rooms were clean, comfortable and air conditioned. We were in a room on the 3rd floor and this hotel did not appear to have an elevator. The decor was excellent and the breakfast was delicious. Wish we stayed longer!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

Very traditional Thai. Not luxurious but very comfortable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

Absolutely loved my stay at the Phranakorn-Nornlen! The staff was super friendly, the food was delicious, the coffee was the perfect pick me up in the morning, and the room was comfortable and decorated with charm! I give super props to whoever decorated the rooms. Everything from the paint on the walls to the soap in the bathroom, I felt like I was back home! I've stayed in plenty of hotels in Bangkok, but this was has been by far my favorite. Its quiet and away from the busyness of the city, and its super easy to get a taxi if you want to do some of the normal tourist stuff! Next time I'm in the city I'll be staying here for sure! 10/10 would recommend if your looking for something quiet and relaxing

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2018

Michelle

Perfect for families with children!

Very unique and adorable hotel that has been decorated with loads of vintage items. Friendly staff, close to main attractions by taxi, accommodating and secluded enough to make you feel like you’re on vacation in Bangkok.

Would highly recommend!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Nov 2018

Tom

Quirky yet comfortable. I felt like I was home visiting my family from afar. Staff was very attentive, the complimentary breakfast was delicious, and the room spacious. The location was ideal for traveling along the river and visitng many of the popular destinations. The food right down the street on the corner also hit the spot for a quick dinner. I would stay here again and recommend travelers to book a room for this jewel amongst cthe city.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Nov 2018

Verified traveler

This place just felt like a little gem oasis in the city. I don't know Bangkok well enough to comment on its proximity to the tourist sites, but it perfectly suited our needs. After our booking, I contacted the hotel directly and they assisted me with private transportation from the airport (BKK) to the hotel and back to the smaller airport (DMK) for our next destination for a very reasonable price ($54 total for private car, two people and two 40 minute-at least- commutes). In addition, we had one hour massages (very strong- not for the faint of heart!) for under $10 each. This place is super cute and has an expat sort of feel with plenty of local hospitality.

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2018

Andy

Quirky but cool place. Fairly hidden away but easy enough to get to the city centre.

The room was unique with a cool cat theme. Breakfast was simple but tasty and they did a great range of coffee.

Everyone was friendly and nice!

We would definitely recommend this place!

10/10

Exceptional

07 Nov 2018

Cheryl

Charming hotel ... lovely staff. Hidden gem. Would highly recommend.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2018

BrightonEsq

Amazing!!!! 5***** and more!
Totally recommend this Thai gem!!
This place is just what we wanted and got... Quirky, quaint and colourful, truly different to a standard hotel with bored staff!
It was peaceful as soon as you walked in the door but still close to the hustle and bustle of the outside. Breakfast was really good, fresh homemade breads, jams, juices... fresh fruit and coffees :)
We arrived on an early train from the south of Thailand for our last few days in Bangkok and got our room straight away - which was great!
Staff were really accommodating and helpful. They have lovely homemade organic soaps and lotions, including insect repellents and gift shop too. Would definitely stay at Phranakorn-Nornlen again if we return to Bangkok!!

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2018

Tracy

Do yourself a favour and stay here!

Our family of 5 had a fantastic stay for 5 nights at Phranakorn-Nornlen. The location somehow creates a quiet, green oasis in busy Bangkok while still having easy access to all the major sites and attractions. What really puts this place above the other places we’ve stayed during our 3 months of travel is the staff. They go above and beyond to make the guests feel like they are family. They were especially kind to our kids, the breakfasts were wonderful and the workshops are highly recommended. Do yourself a favour and stay here. If you’d like to see pictures, #bairdsnation on IG.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2018

Tracy

Wonderful Stay

We had a wonderful stay at Phranakorn-Nornlen. The service was so friendly, the kids play area was perfect for quiet play while getting over jet lag, and breakfast was very yummy. Would definitely stay here again!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2018

Jidue

Beautiful hotel

The hotel’s room and public areas are beautifully designed with a lot of plants, lovely antiques, and colourful paintings. I was most impressed by the staff there. They were super helpful and kind. I booked a family room & then realised the rooms don’t have doors. Told the staff & got free upgrade to two separate rooms. The waitress at the breakfast area kindly offered my dad meals as he requested. The reception staff also helped me arrange a day trip to the floating market. Can’t thank them enough for everything. Will definitely return & recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Bangkok.

6/10

Pleasant

02 Oct 2018

Good location for Grand Palace /Khaosan Road area

Good location for Grand Palace/Khaosan Road area. Staff were generally helpful regarding travel around Bangkok

10/10

Exceptional

18 Sep 2018

Lisa

Loved it!

This place exceeded our expectations. Breakfast was delicious. Atmosphere of the hotel is what really makes it great. Room is basic but has a lot of character and was very clean. Wish we could have spent more time here.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2018

Linda

Best little hideaway.

I stayed four nights at this homey hotel. The staff was very helpful and the rooms were adorably appointed. I took the tie-dye class and enjoyed an afternoon just lazing around. The hotel had umbrellas to use. I hope to return for a longer stay.

8/10

Excellent

31 Jul 2018

Karen

Quaint hotel with friendly and attentive staff.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2018

Gaelyn

Unique, not just an hotel, an experience

Loved, loved this hotel. Over the years I have stayed at many different hotels (5 🌟, etc) and this one is totally unique. This is a ecleptic, creative, fun, relaxed environment. Everywhere you look there is something interesting. On top of this the staff were so helpful and friendly...and the breakfast was fantastic. Not just a stay, but a wonderful experience I will never forget.

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2018

Zika

A lovely small hotel in the heart of Bangkok

The hotel is a real gem, located in a quiet street not far away from local attractions. The interior is unique, with beautiful old-fashioned touches, in authentic and traditional style.
The staff was extremely kind and helpful. I must mention the breakfast with its choices and quality making probably the culinary highlight of our stay in Bangkok. Superb value for money.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 May 2018

Jenni

I LOVED this hotel and would return in a Heartbeat.

Fun bedrooms, delicious breakfast, vintage decor, great massages, lovely staff, cute shop for gifts.. it was perfect.

15 minutes from the hectic fun Khao San Road and same distance from the Muay Thai arena - both me and my boyfriend enjoyed the location! There’s also a 7-11 on the corner for any top ups you need.

Cannot Rate it higher.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2018

Carol

Quirky Hidden Gem

Love the vibe of this eclectic and kitchy space. Staff lovely, food fresh and wholesome, rooms fun and funky. Offer fun and free things to involve you in Thai life while visiting like taking the guests to see the Grand Palace on a holiday night. Would have liked just a little more space to store our things but other than that it was perfect!

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2018

Leon

Great place to stay

My wife and I had a great time here. We enjoyed the breakfasts, the friendly staff, a cooking class and a walking tour. We also spent time hanging out and enjoying the place.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2018

Candice

First time in Bangkok and a little lost. The hotel staff was great. They also serve and amazing breakfast, included with the room. There is a comfortable lounging area and good AC. Highly recommended

6/10

Pleasant

08 Feb 2018

Verified traveler

Okay for the experience

Location: inconvenient if you plan to use public transportation

Room: very comfortable but bathroom can be improved. Make sure to bring your own conditional and facewash

Breakfast: fantastic! They serve the same menu everyday so you might want to opt out if you plan to stay for more than two days

Reservation: even if you book the twin room, you have to

Staff members: overall nice. When I checked in, the guy working as a receptionist did not know the schedule for the classes the hotel offers or not helpful at first.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Feb 2018

Verified traveler

Superb hotel

It was amazing stay! Som Tum cooking class was unexpectedly great. Also appreciate kindness of every staffs. I will definitely visit again!

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2018

Verified traveler

So nice and quiet in a busy city centre

Very nice Hotel designed like small streets of Bangkok. Ideally located in Center of Bangkok near the golden Standing Buddha Temple. Very kind staff and nice breakfast with live cooked eggs and thai meals. We will definetly come back!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jan 2018

Verified traveler

Great hotel, wonderful staff

Wonderful conversion of an old school in a charming local place to spend a few days in Bangkok.
But more than that, the hotel staff went above and beyond when I lost my phone in a taxi in Bangkok.
When the taxi-driver called the day after I left, by then hopeless to recover it, they paid on their account for delivery to the hotel and arranged for a driver to get it delivered to the next hotel we were staying.
Thank you again.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jan 2018

Cee

Love this hotel

Best hotel in Bangkok! Super cute 1960's vintage Thai decor everywhere. Very charming staff. Great food. I highly recommend staying here.

6/10

Pleasant

08 Jan 2018

Verified traveler

Very oddball - great 4 some, not so 4 others

This hotel is an acquired taste and I never developed the taste. Other reviewers have covered its \"funky\" design. It is a terrific place for families with small children and has a very attractive price point, so if you have young children and want a nurturing environment, this is a fine place. Otherwise, it has a bunch of negatives: 1. nowhere near any rapid public transit and in a very nondescript neighborhood. 2. nearby dining options are average at best. 3. breakfast fare is okay but hardly inspiring. 4. We arrived late at nite and wanted to eat something, anything, kitchen was VERY slow and had few options.
That said, I was impressed that the hotel has Mon-Fri afternoon programs that would be of interest to young children and that they have a \"play area\" within eyesight of the dining area where kids can play and be kids. This is a popular place with European parents and to see their kids running around and having great fun playing regardless of not sharing a language is pretty impressive. Lastly, we stayed there on NY Eve and altho we had made arrangements to go elsewhere for the festivities, they put on a great festive party with costume elements for all attendees and a lavish dinner and as far as I know there were no extra charges for this -- very unusual and most impressive.
So my review is very much bifurcated. If you are travelling with young children, this place is absolutely top-notch. If not, be aware of its shortcomings and make your own decision.

Family