As well as being the world’s most visited city in 2024 (according to Euromonitor International), Bangkok’s airports are a popular transit stop en route to Australia and a gateway to much of Southeast Asia – Luang Prabang, Siem Reap and Bhutan are all best reached via the Thai capital. But the city’s gnarly traffic can make getting in and out of the city a game of chance, and who wants to play Russian roulette with an expensive long-haul flight? Mitigate the risk and maximise rest with a stay at a hotel close to the airport. Here’s our pick of the best places to lay your head pre- or post-flight. For more hotels in Thailand, see our guide to the 10 best hotels in Bangkok and Chiang Mai.
