The Krungkasem Srikrung Hotel

I'm an ageing nomad who has often passed through and spent time in Bangkok. This hotel is so handy for travel links to airports, suburbs and more distant places, it pays for itself in saved taxi fares (& hassles!). Ok, it's not luxury but you get a good sized clean room & bed with essentials like aircon & good hot showers, kettle, tv (couple of English language progs). You get a balcony that's handy to dry laundry but no view guaranteed! (My most recent stay I was on the 7th floor at the front -great view!) The place seems well staffed & secure by friendly helpful efficient people. The onsite dining room has a quaint design & is airy & clean. There are alcoves to suit family groups etc. Breakfast is basic buffet style with nice (not bitter!) coffee & choice of teas. ( I loved the Chinese black tea!). The staff keep it clean & organised. Overall this Is a great place to 'visit' Bangkok -a good base - or just as a stopover.