Guesthouse in Old Town, Khao San & Banglamphu, Bangkok
Sawatdee Guesthouse the Original
A budget guesthouse in residential Dusit, away from the backpacker crowds
Photos: Booking.com
Overview
Dusit is where Bangkok keeps its ministries, royal grounds and wide avenues, and it feels very different from the nearby backpacker lanes. Sawatdee Guesthouse the Original sits in this district, giving budget travellers a more local street life without losing touch with the main sights.
The listing is short on room details, but it's clear about the pitch: an inexpensive base for culture-focused trips, with neighbourhood food stalls close by.
Highlights
- Dusit district setting near government landmarks
- Short distance to Wat Saket and the Golden Mount
- Bangkok National Museum close by
- Khao San Road easy to reach
- Local street food in the neighbourhood
Location
The guesthouse is in Dusit, north of the Old Town. The property lists Wat Saket, the temple on the Golden Mount, and the Bangkok National Museum as nearby, and says Khao San Road is easy to reach.
The Thewet area of Dusit has a river pier and a long-running flower market, and taxis link the district with the Grand Palace in a short ride.
Good to know
- Room facilities aren't described on the old page, so check them on the booking site.
- Evenings in Dusit are quiet; nightlife means a trip to Khao San.
Questions about Sawatdee Guesthouse the Original
Which district is Sawatdee Guesthouse the Original in?
Dusit, the government and royal district just north of Bangkok's Old Town.
Is it near Khao San Road?
The property says Khao San Road is easy to reach. It's quieter than staying on Khao San itself.
What sights are nearby?
The guesthouse names the Golden Mount (Wat Saket) and the Bangkok National Museum as close by.
