Baan Chantra
120/1 Samsen Road Bangkhunprom Phranakorn, Bangkok 10200 Thailand
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Baan Chantra is a privately owned and run establishment located just a few blocks away from the famous Khao San Road. Originally built in 1936, this renovated historic home offers a unique and personalized travel experience with a touch of local flavour. The owners pride themselves in the quality of their accommodation and wonderful service they offer. Beautiful traditional Thai home - Enchanting guest rooms featuring wooden decor. Quiet, friendly atmosphere - Convenience of library/study room.
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24-hour front desk
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Non-smoking hotel
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English, Thai
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120/1 Samsen Road Bangkhunprom Phranakorn, Bangkok 10200 Thailand
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this hotel is fabulous! It's really close to Kao San,but far enough away not to be noisy at night. This is a really friendly family run guesthouse, where we were made to feel incredibly welcome. the room was immaculate, and in a traditional Thai Style, and we even had our own little living room to take tea! Our hosts were also extremely helpful, filling us in on what to see and where to go, the best time to get to which market, temple etc. and even taught us some useful Thai phrases.
The breakfast was fantastic, although do take care to tell tehm in advance if you ahve any dietary requirements. we came down on the first morning and were immediately brought a full English Breakfast, i was very embarassed to tell them i couldn't eat it, especially when they apologised profusely for what, to be honest, was my ommission! The vegetarian breakfast they brought me instead was lovely though!
i would definitely recommend you stay here, it's reasonably priced for the area, and is so much nicer than some of its rivals on kao san. we were also able to reserve the room and ask questions about the hotel via email before hand, all answered by our host.
The breakfast was fantastic, although do take care to tell tehm in advance if you ahve any dietary requirements. we came down on the first morning and were immediately brought a full English Breakfast, i was very embarassed to tell them i couldn't eat it, especially when they apologised profusely for what, to be honest, was my ommission! The vegetarian breakfast they brought me instead was lovely though!
i would definitely recommend you stay here, it's reasonably priced for the area, and is so much nicer than some of its rivals on kao san. we were also able to reserve the room and ask questions about the hotel via email before hand, all answered by our host.
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Date of stay: November 2006Trip type: Traveled with friends
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This is a wonderful little guesthouse! I don't know if I would have survived Bangkok in August without the calm reprieve of Baan Chantra to go home to every night. The atmosphere is lovely (not fancy, but certainly beautiful, CLEAN, and interesting), with exposed dark wood, bamboo detailing, soothing music, the sound of water in the background, and a layout that makes you feel as if you are indeed inside somebody's beautiful old home (you take your shoes off once you pass the lobby). I shared a room with my friend, and the room was equipped with a large bathroom, clean stand-up shower, AC, and private screened-in terrace, where we dried our sweaty clothes. There was a guard outside the guesthouse 24 hours a day, and although it probably wasn't necessary (the neighborhood is fine), it was nice to come home to each night. There is internet in the breakfast room, and the location is incredibly good (less than a 5 minute walk to the famous Khao San).
The woman at the desk was the owner. She could not have been nicer, and she offered great (solicited) suggestions regarding what we should do with our fews days in Bangkok. She speaks fantastic English, took our breakfast orders the night before, helped us make hotel reservations in the islands, and was accomodating in every way. She even sent us an email afterwards, wishing us a good stay in Koh Samui, and thanking us for our visit to Baan Chantra.
All things considered, Bangkok is an exceptionally busy, bustling city, and with only a few days to explore it, the experience can be overwhelming. Baan Chantra had a very calming, peaceful air about it, and we loved coming back there each night. I would recommend this place to anybody, backpackers and fancier travellers, alike.
The woman at the desk was the owner. She could not have been nicer, and she offered great (solicited) suggestions regarding what we should do with our fews days in Bangkok. She speaks fantastic English, took our breakfast orders the night before, helped us make hotel reservations in the islands, and was accomodating in every way. She even sent us an email afterwards, wishing us a good stay in Koh Samui, and thanking us for our visit to Baan Chantra.
All things considered, Bangkok is an exceptionally busy, bustling city, and with only a few days to explore it, the experience can be overwhelming. Baan Chantra had a very calming, peaceful air about it, and we loved coming back there each night. I would recommend this place to anybody, backpackers and fancier travellers, alike.
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Date of stay: August 2007Trip type: Traveled with friends
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I just got back from a trip to Thailand and stayed on Baan Chantra on several occassions during a 3 week period. First, I arrived very, very late on an international flight from the US. They were waiting for me. From that moment on, Kulthida and her staff went to every length to ensure that my stay was a good one.
They were incredibly friendly and helpful every moment that I was there. If there was any way they could help, they did. They stored bags for me, allowed for a delivery while I wasn't there and just made it a pleasant experience.
Location is good. Very close to the sights. And you get a good nights sleep as the rooms are very quiet. And immaculately clean.
On my last night there, I had to leave very early to catch a flight back home. I had to leave the guesthouse at 3:30AM. Kulthida offered to make me breakfast so I could have some food before I left. She was there and as soon as I walked out of my room, she got the coffee maker going.
I would highly recommend staying there. You will be satisfied. Kulthida will make sure of it.
They were incredibly friendly and helpful every moment that I was there. If there was any way they could help, they did. They stored bags for me, allowed for a delivery while I wasn't there and just made it a pleasant experience.
Location is good. Very close to the sights. And you get a good nights sleep as the rooms are very quiet. And immaculately clean.
On my last night there, I had to leave very early to catch a flight back home. I had to leave the guesthouse at 3:30AM. Kulthida offered to make me breakfast so I could have some food before I left. She was there and as soon as I walked out of my room, she got the coffee maker going.
I would highly recommend staying there. You will be satisfied. Kulthida will make sure of it.
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Date of stay: October 2007Trip type: Traveled solo
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After delayed and missed flights we were tired and soaking wet from a sudden rain storm but all of that melted away when we got to the Baan Chantra - it was awsome. The hotel is beautiful and the rooms are of an exceptionally high standard and for the 4 days we stayed there our room became our haven from the madness that is Bangkok.
The staff were amazingly helpful and could not have done more for us (including insisting on making us breakfast when we slept in till gone 11am!) The rooms were spotless and the location was ideal - near enough to the Kao San Road to walk (or get a taxi - they are so cheap) but far enough away to feel like you are able to relax.
I would reccomend this hotel to anyone travelling to Bangkok but one tip is to make sure you tell the taxi drivers that it is between 7 & 8 Samsen (which is on the main road) as we showed our taxi man the address and he thought it was on Samsen 1 due to the address being 120/1 - there is nothing down Samsen 1 except some laundrettes!!!
The staff were amazingly helpful and could not have done more for us (including insisting on making us breakfast when we slept in till gone 11am!) The rooms were spotless and the location was ideal - near enough to the Kao San Road to walk (or get a taxi - they are so cheap) but far enough away to feel like you are able to relax.
I would reccomend this hotel to anyone travelling to Bangkok but one tip is to make sure you tell the taxi drivers that it is between 7 & 8 Samsen (which is on the main road) as we showed our taxi man the address and he thought it was on Samsen 1 due to the address being 120/1 - there is nothing down Samsen 1 except some laundrettes!!!
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Date of stay: September 2007Trip type: Traveled with friends
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I spent five delightful nights at the Baan Chantra Guest Hotel. It is located in an older part of Bangkok frequented by backpackers and families wanting to see the an authentic part of the city. Its close to the Grand Palace and many other attractions. The hotel is the refurbished family home of the wonderful hostess, Kulthida, who received part of her education in Monterey, California. The six or seven rooms in the hotel are elegant, polished wood, and tile places of beauty and tranquility. The balcony is filled with wicker furniture and beautiful plants and greenery. Excellent personally prepared breakfasts complete with the surprisingly insightful and informative newspaper. This place is special by itself... but Kulthida takes it to an even higher level. She is helpful and caring and gracious. You feel like you've visited a special friend. Learning about her family gives you some insight into why she's such a delightful person... she comes from really special parents and good background. I highly recommend this hotel oasis and will visit there again when I return to Bangkok. Best wishes!
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Date of stay: July 2012Trip type: Traveled on business
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This is not a hotel - and if you want typical hotel facilities then please go elsewhere. Baan Chantra is an old family home, lovingly and carefully converted to a charming guest house. You will be asked to take off your shoes as you go through from the entrance hall, as you would in any Thai home - and so you should, as the old teak floorboards are polished to the highest standard. The furnishings are not run of the mill in any way - this is a family home furnished with style and true taste. There is a library where you can sit and read if you are weary of the city, but also modern computer keyboards at your disposal if you want to keep in touch with home. There is no boring routine hotel buffet breakfast - you will be asked what you would like from a short menu (this includes the best coffee in Thailand, and a plate of tropical fruits big enough to feed a family!) and your breakfast will be personally served with style at the time you want it.
The house is far from the centre of "tourist Bangkok", and from the skytrain and the metro. No matter. The express boats on the river are within walking distance, and Kulthida will hurry outside to instruct taxi drivers of wherever you might want to go, and advise on true Thai restaurants in the locality. She is a charming hostess, and will attend to all your needs. We have been to Bangkok nine or ten times, and our only regret is that we didn't find Baan Chantra earlier.
The house is far from the centre of "tourist Bangkok", and from the skytrain and the metro. No matter. The express boats on the river are within walking distance, and Kulthida will hurry outside to instruct taxi drivers of wherever you might want to go, and advise on true Thai restaurants in the locality. She is a charming hostess, and will attend to all your needs. We have been to Bangkok nine or ten times, and our only regret is that we didn't find Baan Chantra earlier.
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Date of stay: February 2012Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip:Â The rooms on the front of the house can be a little noisy, but if this is going to be a worry for...
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A sweet little hotel in an authentic Thai house with an incredibly nice and helpful hostess and cozy rooms (the deluxe room has its own little porch). The nearby streets (those that have only numbers instead of names) form the most charming and cozy quarter, full of cute cafes, street food stalls, wild cats, greenery, bars, and massage parlours.
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Date of stay: January 2012Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Baan chantra is located conveniently close to bangkok's highlights; the architecture in this part of the city has remnants of the past which is very nice. It was great to have immediate access to the local flavours just stepping out of the guest house.
Baan chantra too reflects the neighbourhood by having a combination in its interior design, the old and the new...Kulthida and her staff are courteous and helpful; it was great to have filter coffee in the morning...
The only discordant note was the buzz of mosquitoes in the room.
Baan chantra too reflects the neighbourhood by having a combination in its interior design, the old and the new...Kulthida and her staff are courteous and helpful; it was great to have filter coffee in the morning...
The only discordant note was the buzz of mosquitoes in the room.
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Date of stay: December 2011Trip type: Traveled with family
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The easiest first time entry to BKK. Picked us from the airport, friendly staff, private and personal service. gave us 3 days of buffer from the daily negotiations on every single thing in Bangkok.
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Date of stay: December 2011Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip:Â try to avoid, if possible, a room facing the main road. but even in the one we had it wasn't...
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Very nice hotel!!
I really recomend it to everyone!
The location is perfect to arrive to the monumental area of Bangkok ( you can instead go by foot), the rooms are spacious and the tratment was incredibly kind.
They offered us packed breakfast because our flights were very early in the morning.
Very recommendable to people who want to have a direct contact with local people and have an authentic thai experience.
I really recomend it to everyone!
The location is perfect to arrive to the monumental area of Bangkok ( you can instead go by foot), the rooms are spacious and the tratment was incredibly kind.
They offered us packed breakfast because our flights were very early in the morning.
Very recommendable to people who want to have a direct contact with local people and have an authentic thai experience.
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Date of stay: November 2011Trip type: Traveled with family
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Dear sir or madam, Thank you for your interest in Baan Chantra, the non smoking boutique guesthouse near Khao San Road. As we are a small guesthouse of 6 rooms, we do not have a transit rate. However, I recommend a special 30% room rate for the standard twin room at bht. 1500 nett for cash payment (check in at 8 am and check out at 8 pm the same day) Kindly reconfirm this and I am pleased to make the booking for you
Any further question or comment, please contact me
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Kulthida
Thank you for your interest in Baan Chantra, the non smoking guesthouse near Khao San Road. Our Superior room is upstairs with balcony facing Samsen Road. while our Standard room is smaller with twin beds and is downstairs. The standard room has a window opening to the Library which will be closed at night time and is considered more quieter though we have a double glazed window for the Superior room upstairs. However due to the wooden structure of the old house, the noise from the street can still come in a little
Any further questions you may need, please contact me
Best regards,
Kulthida
yes all of our rooms have air con, key card access, in room shower room and safe, free wifi
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Please check our website for more information please
Best regards,
Kulthida
"We stayed 8 days in the only downstairs large back room with bathroom.it had a small outside patio with 2 lounge chairs."Read full review
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Nearby attractions include Jack Armani Suit (0.1 miles), Overseas Tailor (0.07 miles), and Aman's Fashion Tailor (0.2 miles).
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Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and airport transportation.
Which room amenities are available at Baan Chantra?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a refrigerator.
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Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
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Conveniently located restaurants include Snooze Coffee House, Konnichipan, and Jok Pochana.
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Yes, Baan Chantra offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Baan Chantra?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Baan Chantra?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Thai.
Are there any historical sites close to Baan Chantra?
Many travelers enjoy visiting The Grand Palace (1.2 miles), The Chakri Group (Phra Thinang Chakri Maha Prasat) (1.2 miles), and Phra Sumen Fort (0.5 miles).