VENUE
IBIS STYLES BANGKOK KHAOSAN VIENGTAI
PHRA NAKHON, BANGKOK
42 Rambuttri Road Banglampu
Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200
E mail: h9906@accor.com
Tel: +66 (0) 2 280 5434
LOGISTICS
From Suvarnabhumi airport to the hotel
Airport Limousine
The airport limousine service counter can be found at "Limousine Service Counter", Level 2, Baggage Claim Hall and Arrival Hall. The fee for the limousine services could be between Baht 800 – 1,800 (approx. US$ 20 - 30), one way into town. The fee including expressway (fee of Baht 40) but connected tollway (fee of Baht 30) – you can pay directly at the toll booth. You can choose not to use the tollway, but it will probably save your time by using it. Use of the limousine is more straightforward and convenient as you pay a set rate from the airport to the destination, and worry free for extra charges even if you are facing congested traffic.
Taxi Meter
There are taxi meter counters arranging for taxi Meter which can be found right outside the airport Level 1, near Entrances 3, 4, 7 and 8. Using the taximeter is slightly cheaper than the airport limousine. The Taxi Meter charges according to the meter. The meter runs according to distance and time. A trip from the airport to midtown usually costs around Baht 300 – 500 (approx. US$ 15) including tollway and expressway. You have to pay the toll-way (Baht 60) and Expressway (Baht 45) directly at the toll booth. There is an additional charge of Baht 50 for taking the taxi from the airport stand, but this ensures that your journey is recorded and tracked, for your own safety. Do not pick up a taxi on the street or go with tours.
You may wish to contact at counter service taxi at the airport located at the Passenger Terminal on the 1st Floor, Gates 4 and 7. Please see below for the address and website.
Please show the hotel address of the Viengtai Hotel (in Thai) to your taxi driver.
Hotel Name:
ไอบิส สไตล์ กรุงเทพ ข้าวสาร เวียงใต้
Address:
ที่อยู่: 42 ซอยรามบุตรี, บางลําพู, 10200
Airport Link
It is also very convenient to take airport link from Suvarnabhumi airport to town: Suvarnabhumi airport ---- Phayathai. The closest BTS station to the hotel is National Stadium (Around 4 km/2.5 mi).
Please see details at the transit map below and the website: http://www.bangkokairporttrain.com/
Transportation
Moving Around in Bangkok
Taxi
The easiest and most convenient way. But
traffic jam is a serious problem in Bangkok
Motor Bike
Sometimes might be the fastest. But not
recommended because of safety causes
Chao Phraya Express Boat
The closest pier is NO. 13 Phra Arthit
(See the map on the right) you can take:
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No flag boat: local line, 9/11/13 baht depends on distance
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Orange flag boat:15 baht
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Blue flag boat: tourist line, 50 baht/trip
Khlong Saen Saep Express Boat
The closest pier is Panfa Leelard (See the map on the below). Fares around 10 to 20 baht on the distance. You can take:
Golden line: Panfa Leelard ---- Pratunam
Nida line: Pratunam ---- Wat Sriboonreung
The monetary unit of Thailand’s currency is the Thai Baht. The current exchange rate is approximately 1 USD to 33.00 THB. All major credit cards are readily accepted in Thailand. US dollar traveller cheques can be conveniently cashed at local banks and authorized money changers. Exchange facilities are available at the Airport in Bangkok and in tourist areas
Currency & Foreign Exchange
The electricity current is 220 Volt AC (50 cycles) throughout the country. There are many plugs and sockets in use. Travellers with shavers, tape recorders and other appliances should carry a plug-adapter kit
Electricity
Thailand has a tropical climate with 3 distinct seasons:
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Summer from March – May
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Rainy season from June – October
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Cool season from November – February
Weather
Nearby Travel
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