ibis Styles Bangkok Silom

It’s easy to get around from here, with restaurants, massage shops and convenience stores nearby, and the BTS station just a few minutes away on foot. The lobby gets lovely natural light, and the staff were friendly. My room was stylish and generally clean. A couple of things could be better: the lobby had a somewhat disturbing food smell, and the rooftop sofa could use a more thorough cleaning. Hooks in the shower would also be useful.

Nan at reception was professional and kind. My room wasn't ready for about 20 minutes, so she offered me a complimentary drink at the bar. She also upgraded my premium king room to one with a balcony. The hotel feels very modern, and I'd happily recommend staying here.

The hotel was spotless, and I enjoyed the pool, though the water felt cool even in the heat. I didn't eat at the hotel, since there’s a morning market across the road and another food market about a five-minute walk away. The rooms are small, and I’m not keen on having the washroom sink in the main room. It seems like the location is what you’re paying for, so I did wonder if it was a bit overpriced.

Reception staff were great when I needed help picking up and dropping off my tailored shirts. It felt like good value, especially with street food and malls close by. The night market across the road is only about three minutes away and becomes a food street in the morning, where lots of locals get affordable breakfast. There’s a nice pool for relaxing, and the hotel sits back from the main road, so traffic noise wasn’t an issue. The BTS and MRT are a bit of a walk, around 400-500m. If you're tired of walking, a Grab bike around the area costs about 30-60 THB. Seems especially handy for solo travelers.