Best Family Friendly Hotels in Bangkok

Traveling to the exotic far off city of Bangkok in Thailand will definitely provide a great cultural learning experience for the entire family. But Bangkok is also well known for its seedy nightlife and red light districts. And I'm sure no family wants to stay anywhere near one. But there are plenty of excellent family friendly hotels in Bangkok that are far away from the unsavory areas.

When choosing a family friendly hotel in Bangkok it is best to look in the areas of Siam, Pratunam and Chit Lom. All three of those areas are the commercial shopping districts in Bangkok and nowhere near the red light districts.

But the biggest reason why it's best to stay in those areas is because you'll have easy access to the BTS Sky Train, Bangkok's affordable mass transit public transportation. You can even transfer to the MRT, Bangkok's underground trains from the Sky Train. The Sky Train's fares are really affordable and the tracks are elevated above the busiest streets of Bangkok. The Sky Train is definitely one of the best ways to get your family around the main attractions all over Bangkok.

One of the best family friendly hotels in Bangkok is located across the mighty Chao Phraya River. It's called the Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa, a common name in the hotel industry well known for high standards and quality. Since it is situated near the river most rooms have an excellent view of the horizon. Kids can play in one of the best pools in Bangkok while parents can indulge themselves to a first class spa treatment. There are ferry boats to take you across the river and a shuttle bus to take you to the nearest Sky Train station from the Marriott.

If you're looking for a more central location in Bangkok with plenty of luxury department stores then check out the Grand Centre Point Ratchadamri. Technically the Grand Centre Point is a serviced apartment designed for long stay residence. But they welcome short stay vacationers as well. This property contains a huge swimming pool with a kid's pool with plenty of space for tanning and relaxing. There's even a kid's playground inside complete with a private home theater filled with the latest DVD movies.

Another really great family friendly hotel is the Novotel Siam Square. The Novotel is certainly in a prime location. Directly across from the Novotel is the Siam Paragon, Bangkok's newest luxury item super mall with a large aquarium called Siam Ocean World. It's the only place in the world where you can buy the newest Ferrari and dive with sharks in one location. Teens will love Siam Square filled with hip shops and boutiques run by up and coming Thai fashion designers.

Most family friendly hotels are located near many malls with family fun activities such as ice skating rinks, movie theaters and even bowling alleys.

For more information visit Best Family Friendly Hotels in Bangkok for a list of popularly recommended hotels.

Edwin M. Clark is a business consultant who travels to Southeast Asia, specifically to Thailand for over 8 years. His experience and knowledge in the region has provided valuable information and resources for business ventures and mid range to major corporations in the travel industry.

By Edwin M Clark

Where to Find Family Friendly Hotels in Bangkok

When traveling together as a family in Bangkok Thailand most parents are concerned about finding a hotel that is away from the notorious red light districts of Bangkok. That should never be a deterrent from visiting one of the fastest growing cities in Southeast Asia with a rich culture, huge variety of ethnic foods as well as plenty of family friendly hotels. And you can find these hotels in the popular neighborhoods of Siam and Pratunam.

Family Friendly Hotels in Siam

Siam is certainly one of the most well known address in Bangkok. It has the highest concentration of shopping malls for everyone in the family. For young teens they have the option of shopping to their hearts content at the hip boutiques in Siam Square and MBK mall, while the parents can explore the huge brand name stores at the Siam Paragon, the largest luxury super mall in Bangkok. For a real treat catch a movie at one of Siam Paragon's first class movie theaters with sofa style seating. Or go bowling inside on some of the best lanes. Both are extremely affordable and loads of fun.

A few of the best hotels in the area are the Pathumwam Princess hotel and Novotel Siam Square. These are 4 star hotels with easy access to the Sky Train so you can get to other parts of Bangkok easily.

Family Friendly Hotels in Pratunam

Pratunam is another neighborhood in central Bangkok far off from the red light districts. There are also lots of malls around this area too and some of them have down to earth prices and many malls for luxury items. Pratunam market for example has some of the best prices for all types of clothing because it's a wholesalers market. But if you're buying several pieces you should still bargain. While the Gaysorn department store is the complete opposite with it's heavy price tag on luxury goods.

Some of the best hotels in Pratunam is the Arnoma Hotel, located just across from the Big C department store. And directly opposite is the Centara Grand Hotel which is built right into another large mall called Central World.

One of the best hotels furthest away from Bangkok's red light districts is the Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa. This is a hotel that has something for everyone in the family to keep them occupied. There's a huge swimming pool for the young ones and a top notch spa and massage services for the parents. It's one huge massive resort filled with the best international and traditional Thai restaurants with a view of the mighty Chao Phraya river just right outside. Though the Marriott is located across the river there are two ways to get across. One is the ferry boat service and the other is a shuttle bus to the newly opened Sky Train station. Both are very quick and efficient means for getting to the sights and attractions in Bangkok.

Visit Best Family Friendly Hotels in Bangkok for a list and reviews of even more hotels safe for families traveling to Bangkok, Thailand.

Edwin M. Clark is a business consultant who travels to Southeast Asia, specifically to Thailand for over 8 years. His experience and knowledge in the region has provided valuable information and resources for business ventures and mid range to major corporations in the travel industry.

By Edwin M Clark

Family Activity Ideas in Chiang Mai

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2. Buffalo Training Camp The most recent and lesser-known attractions, shows that Buffalo camp that played the major role he in Buffalo in everyday farming in Thailand. This is an indication of rice grown in Thailand and buffalo used to plow rice fields and sugar cane crushing, and then go behind the buffalo, and photograph them. Very informative and entertaining at the same time

3. Tiger Kingdom Here are a few connections who know perhaps, tigers and pet them depicted with them. They offer different packages depending on the number and type of fence to visit, want well-developed children, adults

4. Elephant riding and bamboo rafting One of the most popular CM, and must do for families is to visit Elephant Camp. There are 2 camps, one of the Mae Sa Valley, and a Mae Taeng, and provide the same cause - an indicator of elephants and elephant. View the elephants to paint and play football, and then go through the surrounding forests

5. Scorpion Tailed Cruises Take a boat trip along the Mae Ping River, which flows through the city. Scorpion is a small family business that is very soft and pleasant. They have 3 boats that are very different in the future because they are replicas of old ships plying the river in the past. Along the trail, English speaking guide emphasizes the key sites and information on the history of Chiang Mai. Route ends at the tail of Scorpio house, which is just a short stroll through the garden and fruit trees. All prisoners without glutinous rice, mango and lychee juice,

6. Doi Suthep Temple There is a saying: "If you go to Doi Suthep, so I'm in Chiang Mai, to go. This is true of the most revered temple as the symbol of Chiang Mai. Located in the hills to the north and offers a breathtaking view of the city. The temple and the pagoda is a great, great cultural and religious identity, which is a pleasure to visit

7. Sunday to Market Street walk Every Sunday the famous Market 10 am to 4 clock Chiang Mai, which was held in the pedestrian zone, is the place to buy souvenirs and handicrafts. Hill Tribe products, jewelry, a variety of light clothing at discounted prices to buy here. In addition, there are many shops, stop selling food and snacks, local specialties, Chiang Mai sausage coconut desert.

8. Discover the Region Get out of the tourist and day trips or longer to enjoy the surroundings Chiang Mai. cut places such as the Chiang Dao that can be done in one day, you are the head a long way to Chiang Rai, Mae Hong Son, the regions, the rich traditional culture of mountain tribes, mountains and villages breathing

9. Insect Museum of Natural Wonders Something for kids and one of the rarer sights, the museum presents more than 400 species of insects. Button "personally in possession of the museum - a fascinating and educational institutions

10. Snake and Monkey Centers Mae Sa Valley is located in the center of the snake is, is not a weak nerves. They have a variety of jokes about snakes and snake-man on a daily basis. Here you can take pictures and play with snakes - to treat another child. The center is also funny to watch monkey, monkey tricks and to show a feed monkeys.

Created by Melissa Ah-Sing the co-founder of Thailand Hilltribe Holidays a tour operator that specialises in cultural and family friendly tours of Northern Thailand