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26 Sep 2023 - 6 min read

9 Best Backpacker Hostels in Bangkok for Singaporeans

Besides being a popular destination for family trips, Bangkok is backpacker-friendly. Low prices, a friendly atmosphere, street food everywhere, and vibrant nightlife will make your trip enjoyable.

Finding yourself, enjoying the time to get to know yourself, or just wanting to challenge yourself so that you can travel anywhere alone is impressive. You can do it all by being a backpacker exploring the country of your dreams. If you are still a beginner, start first in Southeast Asia, from Bangkok.

But the most important thing about being a backpacker is finding cheap, comfortable, and safe accommodation. For you to find hostels easily, we summarize some of the best backpacker hostels in Bangkok for Singaporeans. Check this out!

Backpacker Hostels in Bangkok

1. Slumber Party Hostel Bangkok

Address: 19/220, 1 Watthana, Bangkok 10110

Price: SGD 13 – SGD 20

One of the best backpacker hostels in Bangkok for Singaporeans is Slumber Party Hostel Bangkok. This hostel is located in the heart of Bangkok, precisely on Khao San Road. The location of this hostel is about 10 to 15 minutes from Ploen Chit and Nana BTS stations.

It offers dormitory beds and capsule-style private rooms. You will get internet access, breakfast, bar, laundry services, communal kitchen, toiletries, rooftop bar, and 24-hour reception. The closest restaurants to the hostel are BBCO, JW Cafe, Nami Teppanyaki Steakhouse, and Tsu Japanese Restaurant.

2. Mad Monkey Bangkok

Address: 55 Phra Sumen Road, Bangkok 10200

Price: SGD 25

The other backpacker hostel in Bangkok you can try is Mad Monkey Bangkok. This is one of the best hostels on Khao San Road. There are dormitories and private rooms equipped with cozy blankets and fluffy pillows.

A swimming pool, nightly events, daily tours, lock boxes, towels, personal electronic sockets, restaurants and bars, smoking areas, and luggage storage are available.

The fun thing is that you can party and hold events with backpackers and other guests. The location of this hostel is also quite strategic because it is close to Peeps Thai eatery, Konnichipan, Snooze coffee house, and Botani backyard bar & restaurant.

Mad Monkey Bangkok

55 Phra Sumen Rd, Khwaeng Chana Songkhram, Khet Phra Nakhon,

S$ 34.89

3. Tropical Summer Cafe & Hostel

Address: 6 Thanon Naradhiwat Rajanagarindra Soi Naradhiwas Rajanagrindra, Bangkok 10120

Price: SGD 20

We also recommend you stay at Tropical Summer Cafe &; Hostel. However, the location of this hostel is not in the city center but close to City Viva Bangkok, OMMO studios, and Maruti Tailor.

This hostel provides dormitory rooms, private rooms, cafes, bars, restaurants, business facilities, a rooftop terrace, a dining area, and an air conditioner. This hostel is perfect for summer trips, and you can enjoy Bangkok's nightlife.

4. The Yard Hostel

Address: 51 Phahonyothin Soi 5, Bangkok 10400

Price: SGD 25

The Yard Hostel is one of the best backpacker hostels in Bangkok for Singaporeans. The hotel is located in the heart of Khao San Road and is a favorite with backpackers. The location of this hostel is close to Sky train – Ari Station Exit 1 with a distance of about 5 minutes walk. Around this hostel, there are cafes, food streets, and local markets.

What's nice about this hostel is that the staff and guests can hang out, hang out, and party together. There is Wi-Fi access, bicycles to get around, a BBQ area, a yoga room, daily housekeeping, and non-smoking rooms.

The Yard Hostel

8.9

51 Phahonyothin Road, Samsen Nai

S$ 19.40

5. BRB Hostel Bangkok Silom

Address: 5/8-9 Soi Silom 3, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500

Price: SGD 18

Another cheap hostel in Bangkok is BRB Hostel Bangkok Silom. This hostel is in the heart of Bangkok–close to tourist and entertainment centers. You only need to walk about 5 minutes to Silom MRT station and Chongnonsi BTS. You can also find MBK, Siam Paragon, and Central World, just a short walk away.

There are dormitory rooms and private rooms equipped with cozy and modern-style furniture. The hostel also has a dining bar, breakfast, laundry services, soundproof rooms, clothes rack, and daily housekeeping.

BRB Hostel Bangkok Silom

8.6

5/8-9 Silom 3 (Soi Pipat), Silom Road, Silom, Bangrak,

S$ 11.11

6. Siamaze Hostel

Siamaze Hostel

8.9

90 Soi Ratchadapisek 17 Ratchadapisek Rd, Dindaeng,

S$ 13.22

Address: 90 Soi Ratchadapisek 17, Dindaeng, Bangkok 10400

Price: SGD 20

Siamaze Hostel is in Siam district, Bangkok's most popular shopping and tourist center. The hostel offers dormitory and private rooms divided into men's, mixed, and women's rooms.

The hostel offers a rooftop bar with a stunning city view, providing guests with a fun atmosphere. Additionally, the hostel offers laundry services, a non-smoking environment, a complimentary breakfast, a safety deposit box, a private balcony, baggage storage, and a dining area. Several tourist attractions are nearby, including Royal City Avenue, Thailand Cultural Center, The Esplanade, and Yok Pong Ying Laser Game.

You can use various alternatives to get to this hostel from Suvarnabhumi Airport. You will take about 45 minutes by train, 1 hour by public van, 22 minutes by taxi, and 22 minutes by shuttle bus.

7. Bach Home Backpackers

Address: 72/1 Samsen Soi 2, Talad Yod, Phra Nakorn, Bangkok 10700

Price: SGD 18

Back Home Backpackers is one of the best hostels with clean rooms, water heaters, Air conditioners, Wi-Fi access, and clean towels. Each room at this hostel also comes with a balcony and city views.

There is also a bar, dining area, tennis table, playground area, and rooftop bar. In addition, the hostel is located on Khao San Road–close to temples, train stations, and shopping malls.

Around the hostel, you can reach The Family Restaurant, Konnichipan, Snooze Coffee House, and Lamphu Tree Thai Restaurant. There is also a bicycle rental place for you to get around Bangkok.

8. Bed Station Hostel

Address: 80 Soi Tanee, Tanee Road, Khet Phra Nakorn, Bangkok 10200

Price: SGD 22

Bed Station Hostel is the most popular hotel among backpackers. This hostel provides a pool, pool table, gym, bar, and dining area. Classic and elegant architecture makes this hostel look luxurious.

In addition, there are dormitory rooms and private rooms equipped with bathroom amenities, LED TVs, curtains, Wi-Fi access, laundry services, and daily housekeeping. Around the hostel are also famous restaurants such as Jok Pochana, Unbranded Cafe, Konnichipan, and Mango Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurant.

Bed Station Hostel

9

486/149-150 Soi Petchaburi 16, Petchaburi Rd., Ratchathewi,

S$ 16.21

9. Here Hostel

Address: 196/3-8 Soi Damneonklang Tai Bovornnivet Phranakorn, Bangkok 10200

Price: SGD 20

Still, trying to figure out where to stay in Bangkok? Come to Here Hostel. The hostel is located in Sukhumvit district–close to Bangkok's shopping and nightlife hubs. You can find the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, LOHA Prasart, Golden Mountain Temple, and many more from the hostel.

In addition, this hostel also provides private rooms and dormitory rooms ranging from mixed dorms, women's dorms, and men's dorms. The hostel also offers laundry services, breakfast, baggage storage, clothes rack, and bathroom amenities.

You can order a taxi from Don Muang International Airport to get to Here Hostel. The trip to the hostel will take about 30 minutes by minivan, 15 minutes to 20 minutes by taxi, 20 minutes by shuttle bus, and 1 hour by bus via Bang Lumphoo.

Tips for Choosing a Hostel in Bangkok:

Before choosing any hostel you will stay in, we will provide easy tips for choosing and booking hostel rooms in Bangkok.

Consider your budget

The first tip is to consider your budget. Even though hostels in Bangkok have pretty low prices, make sure the room at the hostel suits your budget because you will later travel to other places. Save the budget for the last.

Think about your needs

When you become a backpacker, you know the travel route and what you need. After making sure your budget is safe until the end of the trip, make sure your needs during the trip are met.

Each hostel has different facilities and services. So make sure you get the right rooms and facilities, such as a private room mixed dorm, or even a strategic hostel location.

Read reviews

Tips for choosing the next hostel in Bangkok is to pay attention to the reviews left by previous guests. On Traveloka, you can find many comments and suggestions left by guests before you at the hostel you are about to choose. You can activate filters such as location, facilities, services, cleanliness, to health conditions. So, you can find a lot of bad and good reviews before deciding to book a room.

Book in advance

Before starting your trip, make sure you have booked a room on the date that matches your arrival date. Booking the day before will make it difficult for you to get a room or get a room at a higher price.

Ensure you don't book during peak season or school's public holiday. You can book a room online through Traveloka. No need to worry because there will be a refund and reschedule feature a maximum of three days before arrival.

With these tips and some best backpacker hostels in Bangkok for Singaporeans, you can travel easily, safely, and comfortably. You can book hostel rooms through the Traveloka application. You can also plan your vacation at Traveloka, from booking attraction tickets, hotels, and flight tickets to one-day tours with other backpackers.

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