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Living In Bangkok

Living in Bangkok is the dream of many but what’s it really like? Here’s practical advice on how to find a place to live and the cost of living in Bangkok

Cheap Long Term Accommodation In Bangkok

Cheap Long Term Accommodation In Bangkok, image copyright Mike Behnkenimage © Mike Behnken
With a population of more than 14 million and approximately 26.5 million international arrivals each year, Bangkok has a huge selection of apartments, condominiums, houses, hotel rooms, suites, homestays and other accommodation options.

Where To Rent In Bangkok

Where To Rent In Bangkok, image copyright Fischerfotosimage © Fischerfotos
Bangkok is a huge city with hundreds of neighbourhoods, ranging from quiet suburbs to busy, fast-paced central areas. If you’re planning to live in Bangkok, the area you rent in will have a huge impact on your cost of living, lifestyle and general quality of life.

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Bangkok Serviced Apartments

Bangkok Serviced Apartments, image copyright David McKelveyimage © David McKelvey
Bangkok is home to hundreds of serviced apartment buildings, ranging in price from well under 30,000 baht per month to upwards of 150,000. Most offer the usual services and facilities, from laundry and room cleaning to swimming pools, gyms, saunas and more.

Bangkok Apartment Prices 2017

Bangkok Apartment Prices 2017, image copyright Harshil Shahimage © Harshil Shah
What are Bangkok apartment prices in 2017? Thailand’s capital city has ever rising prices but there are still bargains to be had

Where To Find Bangkok Apartment Listings

Where To Find Bangkok Apartment Listings, image copyright Ben Reevesimage © Ben Reeves
As one of Asia’s biggest cities, there are numerous places to find apartments and condos listed for rent in Bangkok. We’ve listed several of Bangkok’s most popular apartment listing websites below, as well as several websites for real estate agents based in the city:

Cost Of Living In Bangkok

Cost Of Living In Bangkok, image copyright Peter Helllbergimage © Peter Helllberg
Living in Bangkok is very different to visiting as a tourist. Bangkok is certainly much cheaper than Hong Kong or Singapore, but you still need to keep an eye on your budget to get the best value out of the city.

Your Guide To Bangkok Traffic

Your Guide To Bangkok Traffic, image copyright Bernard Spraggimage © Bernard Spragg
Bangkok is one of the world’s most congested cities, with severe traffic problems that can make it a challenge to get around the city during peak rush hours. Whether you’re visiting Bangkok or planning to stay long term, understanding the traffic is key to getting around quickly.

Getting Around Bangkok

Getting Around Bangkok, image copyright Harsha KRimage © Harsha KR
Bangkok is notorious for its gridlocked traffic, but getting around Bangkok is easy if you think ahead a little bit and plan your route.



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:: Find available Bangkok hotels on Booking.com - usually you can reserve a room with no upfront payment. Pay when you check out. Free cancellations too.

:: Find the cheapest flight to Bangkok with Skyscanner - one search will show you the prices and times from scores of airlines for your trip. A real timesaver.

:: Book an airport transfer to take you hassle-free direct from the airport to your hotel with the driver meeting you in Arrivals.

:: Buy a Thailand SIM card online to pick up at Bangkok airport on arrival in Thailand or a Pocket Wifi router which can connect up to six devices so you can have immediate internet access on your phone.

:: Make sure you don't forget to bring any of the essentials with our comprehensive Packing List For Thailand

:: Get travel insurance from World Nomads - make sure you're covered to protect both your health and your belongings. World Nomads lets you buy insurance online quickly and easily.

:: Book bus, train and ferry tickets from Bangkok to the rest of Thailand with 12Go - easy to use website that lets you check timetables and buy tickets online.

:: Need inspiration? Check our Bangkok Itineraries for ideas of where to go and what to do.

:: Explore our Bangkok Travel Guide for more Bangkok must-see attractions and helpful tips.


Living In Bangkok

  • Cheap Long Term Accommodation In Bangkok
  • Where To Find Bangkok Apartment Listings
  • Bangkok Serviced Apartments
  • Bangkok Apartment Prices 2017
  • Where To Rent In Bangkok
  • What You Need To Know About Bangkok Traffic
  • Getting Around Bangkok
  • Living In Bangkok

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