In case you missed it - Bangkok Expensive: kzread.info/dash/bejne/d6iCsdtpdaS0eco.html Chinatown: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fnmpy8iek6bHgNI.html Buy me a beer? bit.ly/3Le6Ex8 Bangkok Hotels www.agoda.com/city/bangkok-th.html?cid=1898974 Flights: bit.ly/3STHLvf Health: bit.ly/3Hb6OoM Music: bit.ly/3BSU42v Channel Art: bit.ly/3PBt1jJ Happy SideTrips all! STL

Man! Your vlogs are addictive! 😅 you deserve a lot more subscribers.. perfect work 👌 👏 🙌

While I normally live with family when visiting BKK, I appreciate these types of budget option videos. It helps me with recommendations for friends and family that are visiting Thailand. 🙏

I stayed at that Ibis Riverside hotel late January, great location.

Always enjoy your videos for their ideas 💡. The best Thailand channel 👍+1.

Crazy value hotel and street food! Thanks for bringing us along.

Have stayed at this Ibis many times ( with my dogs ) - it’s utterly fabulous and insane value for what you experience there

Just got back last week from 3n half months exploring thailand. I would fly back tomorrow if I could. Love your vids mate , keep them coming !

❤the long videos on this channel! I can’t say that about most channels. Keep at it.

Before I even watched the rest of the video I knew straight away that was the ibis hotel, been wanting to stay there sometime to check it out, I stayed at Chatrium Riverside back in 2015 and loved staying along the river

@tayster55

4 ай бұрын

We said exactly the same.

I just checked the price, its $43 for City view and $56 for River View that is good deal for sure, its not exactly in the best location but if you want to stay in BKK on a rush and need a nice place this should be good, I will chick it out on my next trip to BKK. I see your from YVR sir, me too, RMD. Great video

Another great STL vlog. Always watch until the end STL👍, thank you for the great content!!!

The best channel! A pleasure to watch!

Great work documenting and explaining the surroundings as you go, so we have some idea where you're at along the way ( it does get complicated from farther away, so really appreciated!). Can't wait for the next installment on this one! Many Thnx. Cheers!...from North Vancouver

Top-notch tips, again! You're the ultimate KZread champ for Southeast Asia by a wide margin.

So rare and also a luxury,is an actual bathtub !!! That's awesome and reason enough.

Thanks for another great vid STL and yes I watched until the end, always do. River side looks awesome 😎

Of course I watch to end. Awsome vid as per usual. I'm glad to see you back in thailand, and I'll look forward to the next vlog

You are living the life I am currently working towards. Your videos are an inspiration 🙏🏻

We just returned from the weeks in Thailand (mostly Koh Chang) to rainy Germany and already want to go back. Thanks for letting us have at least half an hour of good weather and wonderful life in Thailand!

@cryptocrusader6078

4 ай бұрын

how long should one stay in Koh Change if never been before?

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

@cryptocrusader6078 - Ans: as long as possible... failing this, a week would give an opportunity to explore the island plus just relax. Btw, my fav area on Koh Chang is: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qpqEsaOeZdKvZbg.html @tubelev has just returned and could add more I'm sure.

@cryptocrusader6078

4 ай бұрын

@@SideTripLife what about Kai Bay?

@tubelev

4 ай бұрын

@@cryptocrusader6078 we booked the first three days there in advance and thought we would go to Koh mak or Koh Kook after maybe a week. We stayed for 3 Weeks and would have stayed longer if there was a way. I can recommend the northern part of white sands beach, too. Our personal favourite was even north of rock sand beach, right after crossing (through!) the restaurant that stopped @sidetriplife from going further.

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

@@cryptocrusader6078 Kai Bae night and day: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nIF-xKWHhbyumdY.html

Great vid...fastest 29 mins of my life!! Keep 'em coming...

STL you continue to put out top notch content at a fair price! Thoroughly enjoy all your videos for their content and your appealing presentation style. Keep up the good work Brother, u da man!

Discovered you a month ago, I’ve literarily watched all your videos!!! 👀. I just love the way you present things etc! A breath of fresh air from those who focus on the seedy side of things. Also it’s renewed my desire to spend an extended working holiday, maybe 2-3mths in Thailand to get away from UK dreary weather and people 🤪😂. Thx for all you do…👍🏾

ohh man..just recently came across your channel. very authentic & informative. Like the POV way & your voice is dope. I'm gonna binge watch all your BKK videos soon. Used to visit BKK 2-3 times a year for work & leisure, pre-pandemic. Have not return since 2020. Will used your video as a reference to familiarize BKK again. Thanks man!

This Is How You Give A City Tour!👌 I Learned Alot Of New Things Throughout This Video, And I've Watched A Ton Of Other Bangkok Video's. Also, I Appreciated The Maps, Prices & Narration, Thank You!

I always enjoy these videos so much. Bangkok is on my list for next year. This year I am checking Japan off my list, finally.

It went quick didnt feel like 30 mins. I stayed at the Ibis last June for a week. Like you thought its fantastic for price. Plus being an accor member I got river view plus dining discount. I loved eating outside on dusk 😍 I never used the boats but will next time now I know. Thanks for a great informative vlog as usual 🙏😍

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Thanks. Fellow Accor member here and like all the brands (Ibis, Novotel, Mercure). Really one of the best run budget & mid-budget hotel chains anywhere.

I just returned from Thailand and am planning my return trip , yes I am hooked LOL .... Thanks for sharing some good values STL . Enjoy !

When we are in Bangkok my wife’s daughter lives near ICON Siam so we ride the boats quite a bit also…..great video as always STL!

Great info about the embassy and exellent info on the office workers food deals. You do great research. Thanks so very much!!

I've stayed at the Bangkok $29 hotel a few times. The other hotel, I knew right away when I saw the pool and riverside seating area. I stayed there a few years ago, it was a great stay and I got great price. I don't book many international Ibis hotels anymore because they have a no cancelation policy. This Ibis does, but you pay an added cost. Strategic spot to ride on the BTS. I like how you include some of the local sights in your videos. Thank you.

superb Vid capturing the everyday life in Bangkok plus a cool part of Town to stay

Always love your videos, great job!

nice hotel with a great location! will bookmark this video for reference when i pick a place to stay on my next trip. thanks STL! 😃

Another great video. Wasn't ready for it to end.

Another great video. Your style is so relaxing and engaging at the same time. The way you share your extensive knowledge of the places that you pass through adds so much value to your content. I need to book the Ibis now before prices shoot up due to your viewers swarming the place! lol

Great vid as usual. Love the views from the sky train. After your last video with all the westerners everywhere, I was thinking of maybe skipping BKK on my upcoming SEA travels but this one gave me a different perspective so will likely visit BKK again for first time since 81…

Looks fantastic mate. What a lovely setting. The pool looks very tranquil

Really enjoyed getting around BKK and so helpful for my next visit ! Loved the vibe

This video was great and showed me you really have to learn how to get around! But you are a Pro there and I guess it will take time to learn but I cannot wait to come over! Thanks for all of the recommendations!

Great video as usual, I never considered staying at the ibis but I will now. Looking foreward to seeing the condo in the next one. 👍

Hello fellow Canadian. Enjoyed the video to the end. Great info as always. Thailand on my bucket list. Just waiting for that longer vacation that with allow me to go. Looking for the your next video. ,🇨🇦

Another top-notch vlog! Never mind your videos being 30 or more minutes long, always great.

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

thank you!

Always watching to the end! It's funny you mention Hong Naam at the start -- I was always fascinated when I was younger (in the 1970s) looking at home architectural plans of homes here in Australia (I'm sure elsewhere too), the toilet being marked as "WC" for Water Closet -- which is still how they are these days. That rather old terminology is still used. Loved seeing Lumphini Park area -- am looking forward to seeing it in person in a couple of months, as well as more of the river area -- only been there at night until now.

Love the hotel and surrounding area. Cant wait for the next video especially since I want to some day soon possibly live in Thailand.

STL is doing a great job of convincing me that my end point should definitely bs SE Asia once I finish my travels in a few years. Keep up the awesome videos! :)

Really enjoyed the vid as I stayed at the Ibis Riverside on my last visit in November. I will say that the Ibis in Koh Samui beats it for comfort, beachside vibes, views and all round exceptional friendly staff. Either way, totally agree excellent accommodation options in Thailand for sure!!!

Your knowledge of Bangkok/Thailand is incredible.Thank you.

@SideTripLife

3 ай бұрын

Thanks. For a much better riverside tour pls also see: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fY2gpbKrdLzHY7w.html

Another great video STL. Ibis looks excellent. We always stay in the Krungthep Wing at The Shangri La when in Bangkok. Highly recommended. Superb service, great location, amazing afternoon tea and evening cocktails included in the rate. Keep up the great work and no complaints if the films get longer! 😊

Such a fascinating video of the gorgeous cities and crazy pants affordability of beautiful living places. I feel I might be confused as to where to first start….your video’s put a huge smile on my face of unlimited fun excursions😃I’ve never visited such unbelievable paradise….ya LOVE those lap pools, incredible food options, massage, gorgeous buildings, ect…what a dream way of living. Thank you for your wonderful, very exhilarating and experienced way of life❤️😘This video is d’bomb. Excitement Overload🥰

We stayed at ibis riverside last year in a family room. Kids loved the playstation in the room. I'm glad you gave the restaurant on the corner to the entrance of the hotel a shoutout- we visited many times. So yummy!

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Their family rooms really look perfect! Yep, good eats at the corner

Always worth checking out a new passport under a UV light, seeing the hidden artwork is always a treat.

The master of information and detail shows us more BKK 👌 the riverside is an underrated area - Thanks STL ✔️😎👋🙏

@BirdDog.

4 ай бұрын

Best part of town.

Great hotel.spent New Year’s Eve party here. Best night in Bangkok. Good informative video.

Whenever you say "hoser" it makes me chuckle and takes my mind back to Bob and Doug McKenzie and my childhood as a young lad growing up in California. Beauty eh!

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

take off eh lol (btw Beerhunter skits my personal fav;)

@americaunboxed1449

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip. I just listened to it. Hilarious. BTW thanks for all of the vids. We're taking our first trip to Thailand in July. Only there for a week (BKK and Hua Hin) but it's for some recon as a place to retire. We're on a 7 year plan but hopefully we can speed it up. Health insurance is a concern but we are learning more about the great healthcare in Thailand. Cheers hoser! @@SideTripLife

Often stayed at Marriott (now Anantara) Riverside, further down towards Krung Thep bridge. No matter how chaotic the office in Silom was, that boat ride from the skytrain to the hotel just wiped any stress away.

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Anantara riverside is fabulous, hasn't skipped a beat since Marriott days. Enjoyed a couple staycations there when discounts were on. Next door the newish Avani (also a Heinecke/Minor Group property) has a fantastic rooftop pool and lounge with amazing river views esp at night.

STL thank you, another enjoyable video Sir ☕️

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching :) STL

Always watch til the end..!! love 'em

I listen to a lot of videos, yours are always upbeat and chock full of important information. I just moved back to Thailand and things have changed quite a bit. Thanks for an unstressful video to watch.

Ibis Riverside is my go-to hotel in Bangkok. Stay there often and love the area.

I truly enjoy your videos. There very informative, entertaining and will put together thanks for sharing. Have you ever thought of being a personal guide because I would put you on the top of my picks 🤟

You're THE best, brother, keep it up!

You are so full of........Excellent tips. ;-) Great video. Thank you!

I’m all setup down in Takiab now. This is THE place. Would have spent maybe a year figuring it all out in Hua Hin if not for STL. Cheers bud! 🥃

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Love Takiab area, great choice, enjoy. STL - edit to add for any looking in, Khao Takiab++ kzread.info/dash/bejne/fHxmvMafhbzeidI.html

Love your videos! My wife and I just got back from our first trip to Thailand two weeks ago. We sure wish this video had come out prior to our trip. We stayed at the Millennium Hilton. Obviously not as good a deal as the Ibis :) I do have status and some points we used so it was only expensive and not stupid expensive. We really loved our time in Bangkok and have already planned an extended trip back over there as the start of a year of slow travel starting next January. Keep up the great videos.

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Fab view at 360 rooftop tho, worth a splurge! Year of slow travel sounds perfect, enjoy :)

Hiya. Sorry. A little behind. Life has been a little busy. Love your videos. *Congratulations, 83K Subscribers.* Well deserved. Always good to see ya.

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

No worries Nicky. Note on your channel you've had a new addition to the family (belated congrats btw) plus low flying parrots, Buddy walking you and all sorts! So thanks for taking time to drop by. Cheers, STL

@NickyDunn

4 ай бұрын

Thank you @@SideTripLife

Another great video can't wait to get there.

Really enjoy watching your videos. Lots of good information thank you.

@SideTripLife

9 күн бұрын

So nice of you, thanks

Hoser HQ eh! Just about fell off my chair when I saw that.... Doug & Bob references are always appreciated.

I was very happy to see a pet friendly hotel! I would love if you could include more pet friendly accomodations. I enjoy your commentaries!

Vid length was perfect because it was full of info and scenery. Made me remember why I love BKK!

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@postbro1

4 ай бұрын

@SideTripLife I actually may book a night at that Ibis in May. I've got some friends coming in, but I'll beat them into BKK by a day, and I think it will be fun yo stay down by the river. I've always wanted to, but I'm just too cheap to pay for the more expensive hotels! 😁

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

lol right on 5 star riverside hotel row without the 5 star price, enjoy!

@postbro1

4 ай бұрын

​@SideTripLife just booked this one for a night before I move to the W Sathorn when my buddies arrive.

Thanks for sharing this area! I am into board games and there are a bunch of game cafes (seemingly) not too far from there, across the river. Cant' wait to get caught up on your latest vids:)

Great video as always loved train commentary to can embasy a d the ibis riv side will be my go to stay next time

Like that Hotel I may make that my first hotel stop in Thailand later in the year. Thanks

Thanks for the video. I just checked the prices for middle of April and they are indeed around $45. Will probably book a room.

Great vid ST..headed to Thailand in November

great video as always thank you

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching :)

Thanks STL good info. I might try the Ibis next time I am in BKK (probably next month)

Always watch to the end

Great content as always bro, been to Thailand 4 times and looking forward to going back in 2025 for a longer stay. Cheers

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

giddyup '25

Another good one STL (insert human name here :) Looking forward to the next one with monthly stays. I've been on a Thai / Vietnamese cooking kick again here in Canada. Making a crap ton of green nam jim sauce, since I got a deal on a bag of limes. Its the food that always makes me want to go back. Commenting for the algorhythm.

stayed here many time well worth the money and you have the new shopping mall

Some nice tips whilst in Bkk. Great hotel, great price. Only ever stayed at Lebua, special occasion. Always nice by the river👍

This will be our hotel for the next visit for sure 😊.

Love this video STL! We were just at the Shangri-La Hotel for 3 nights! (checked out on the24th heading back to San Francisco) Wish we had seen this video sooner… the Ibis Hotel looks pretty good for the price 😊 When did you film this? So glad you’re back in Thailand doing what you do best 😉 Hope to see more of your videos ❤

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Love the grand ol' Shangri La, nice treat. May post a wander thru upcoming, great classic riverside hotel. Thanks

Great video, as usual. Thanks STL! 👍 I stayed once at the Chatrium Riverside: loved it and loved the fact that it had its own shuttle boat to Saphan Taksin. But the Ibis seems to be a great budget solution too! Btw, King Power MahaNakhon is not the tallest building in Bangkok anymore ; Magnolias Waterfront Residences Iconsiam that in fact you pointed with an arrow at 17:31 is, by 4 meters.

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Thank you, also for the correction. So that's what those silly looking DQ facade pieces are for on top of the Magnolia's. For such an elite property, personally would've passed on the otherwise useless vanity accents and added rooftop viewing decks, possibly pools, or at least rooftop jacuzzi. Will take the excellent rooftop infinity pool + jacuzzi's at my former humble Urbano Absolute any day for a fraction of the price lol

@WanderlustReports

4 ай бұрын

@@SideTripLife I looked at photos of the Urbano Absolute swimming pool: Wow! What a wonderful view!

Thanks so much! Great hotel option! Cheers!

Always watch till the end

hi mate I ended up booking the Naga next door so hopefully it's all good, we can use the Ibis pool apparently but I feel like I've got a great understanding of the area thanks to your video.

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Naga is nice, bigger rooms too. Ibis pool a bonus, enjoy!

To the end bro love it

Can't wait for your next video ... did you say "budget accommodation" ... 👍🏽

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

roger

The Ibis riverside looks fab!

Lunch looks like it fresh and a helluva lot healthier than most of the stuff we eat here at a similar price point.

Another great STL fix! How soon before you head back to a sandy beach paradise?

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Thanks. Beach road trip resumes shortly, My $1500/50k Baht 20 year old Civic 'Trippy' all tuned up running like a top and ready to go

@debbiemartin4111

4 ай бұрын

Great video could have watched more.

@basby76

4 ай бұрын

@@SideTripLifeKhanom/Sichon? Seen a me or two videos down that recently and looks so god and so far mostly untouched

@SideTripLife

3 ай бұрын

> kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKuK1peudqjfgrA.html > kzread.info/dash/bejne/dnZ7tpaxmK-wnbQ.html (returning soon btw;)

Ibis Red is the standard 3* brand. Ibis Budget (Blue) is the budget Accor brand 🇨🇵👍. It does what it says on the tin. 🎉

25:18 Hello STL. I stayed at Robinsons (The Hotel above it) or as Thai's call it "Lobbinsons". Great video mate 👍👍🦘🦘

@SideTripLife

4 ай бұрын

Lobinson/Centre Point, good hotel, great location, can stumble home from Jack's after a few wobbly pops easy ;)

Cheers for that video.👏👏👏🍺🍺🍺👍

another great vid

In my opinion sapan taksin area is the real heart of Bangkok, the river the endless alleyways- all the famous places and famous hotels- peninsula, oriental, shangri la used in James Bond, the lebula tower hangover movie and icon siam. Then just in the distance China town . The old style river buildings residential and commercial. It’s just a vibe this area is Bangkok.

Great job and informations